Karl Shum
Partner at Francisco Partners
San Francisco, California
Karl Shum, Partner at Francisco Partners is an active investor based in San Francisco, California. This profile covers what Karl Shum backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
- Investor type
- VCPEInvestment Partner
- Stages
- SeedSeries ASeries BLate Stage Venture
- Invests in
- SaaS & EnterpriseFintechDigital Health & HealthTechMedia & Content
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Typical check
- $2M
- Past investments
- 51
Notable investments
iconectiv
Plex Systems
Avangate
Redis Labs
Specific Media
Civitas Learning
Capsilon
GoodRx
Betterment
R2Net
Avalon Healthcare Solutions
LegalZoomHow to reach Karl Shum
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Karl Shum invest in?
Karl Shum invests in SaaS & Enterprise, Fintech, Digital Health & HealthTech and Media & Content, typically at Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Karl Shum invest at?
Karl Shum typically invests at Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Karl Shum's typical check size?
Karl Shum typically writes checks around $2M. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
How do I contact Karl Shum?
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