Charles Edward Hudson
Founder at Precursor Ventures Management LLC
Profile
Charles Edward Hudson is the founder of Bionic Panda Games, Inc. (founded in 2010) and Precursor Ventures Management LLC (founded in 2015).
He holds the title of Chief Executive Officer at Bionic Panda Games, Inc. from 2010 to 2013 and was previously the Managing Partner at Precursor Ventures Management LLC.
Mr. Hudson is also the founder of Lightside Games, Inc. He currently holds the position of Director at the National Venture Capital Association, Encantos PBC, Sawa Credit, Inc., San Francisco Opera Association, Alpha Club, Inc., Hype Kit, Inc., Populus Technologies, Inc., Pair Eyewear, Inc., H2 Global, Inc., and serves as an Advisor at Ajim Capital.
He is also a Venture Advisor at 500 Startups Management Co LLC and a Portfolio Advisory Committee Member at Visible Hands PBC.
In the past, Mr. Hudson served as the Chief Executive Officer at Kahuna, Inc., Director of Business Development at Gaia Interactive, Inc., Independent Director at Reinvent Technology Partners, Head of New Business Development at Google LLC, Vice President of Business Development at Serious Business, Inc., Product Manager at IronPort Systems, Inc., Senior Associate at In-Q-Tel, Venture Partner at Uncork Capital Management LLC, Consultant at MecklerMedia Corp., and Managing Partner at 3rd Power LLC.
He also served as a Board Member at Hood College, NewHound, Inc., Tulip.io, Inc., Fixt Technologies, Inc., and Rare Customs LLC.
Mr. Hudson received his undergraduate degree from Stanford University in 2000 and his MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business in 2005.
Charles Edward Hudson active positions
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500 Startups Management Co LLC
500 Startups Management Co LLC Investment ManagersFinance 500 Startups Management Co LLC (500 Startups) is a venture capital firm founded in 2008 by Dave McClure and Christine Tsai. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Precursor Ventures Management LLC
Precursor Ventures Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Precursor Ventures Management LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Charles Hudson. Headquartered in North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico). | Founder | 2015-09-30 |
National Venture Capital Association
National Venture Capital Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Venture Capital Association provides business association services. It facilitates networking opportunities and provides research data to its members. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Director/Board Member | 2019-06-05 |
Encantos PBC
Encantos PBC Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Encantos Media Studios PBC produces cartoon and animation videos. It offers bilingual books, digital apps, and sing-along videos featuring an adorable cast of animal characters. The company was founded by Susie Jaramillo, Nuria Santamar?a Wolfe, Steven Wolfe Pereira and Carlos Hoyos and is headquartered in Corte Madera, CA. | Director/Board Member | 2020-11-18 |
Visible Hands PBC
Visible Hands PBC Investment ManagersFinance Visible Hands PBC (Visible Hands) is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 by Yasmin Cruz Ferrine, Daniel Acheampong and Justin Kang. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. | Private Equity Investor | - |
Ajim Capital
Ajim Capital Investment ManagersFinance Ajim Capital (Ajim Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 2022 by Eunice Ajim. The firm is headquartered in Austin, Texas. | Consultant / Advisor | - |
Hype Kit, Inc.
Hype Kit, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Hype Kit, Inc. develops and operates payment platform for publishers, which conducts commerce between content creators and users. It offers an online tool that allows registered users to purchase points from PennyPass. The company was founded by Jason Bade and Nick Chen in 2016 and is headquartered in Covina, CA. | Director/Board Member | 2019-03-31 |
Populus Technologies, Inc.
Populus Technologies, Inc. Data Processing ServicesTechnology Services Populus Technologies, Inc. provides data and analytic services for mobility industry. The company was founded by Regina Clewlow and Fletcher Foti in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Director/Board Member | 2019-02-28 |
Pair Eyewear, Inc.
Pair Eyewear, Inc. Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology PAIR Eyewear, Inc. offers customizable glasses and sunglasses with prescription lenses starting at $54. The company is based in New York, NY. The company also offers gift cards for those who want to give the gift of choice. The company provides a variety of designs, including those featuring popular furry friends and Sesame Street characters. In addition to glasses, they offer an all-in-one kit that includes lens cleaning spray, a micro-fiber cloth, and a carrying kit. The company was founded in 2017 by Nathan Kondamuri and Sophia Edelstein, who have been the CEOs since 2017. | Director/Board Member | 2018-05-31 |
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Training of Charles Edward Hudson
Stanford University | Undergraduate Degree |
Stanford Graduate School of Business | Masters Business Admin |
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Private companies | 29 |
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Google LLC
Google LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Google LLC engages in the operation of internet portal and search index website. It provides online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, and software solutions. The company was founded by Lawrence E. Page and Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin on September 4, 1998 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA. | Technology Services |
Gaia Interactive, Inc.
Gaia Interactive, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Gaia Interactive, Inc. owns and operates online gaming platforms. It designs, develops, and markets mobile games. The company also offers online games such as pinball, jigsaws, word puzzles, and racing games. The company was founded by Derek Liu, Josh Gainsbrugh, Charles Park, Long Vo and Nai-Yu Pai in 2003 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA. | Technology Services |
Serious Business, Inc.
Serious Business, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Serious Business, Inc. provides online gaming services. The company was founded on February 7, 2008 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Technology Services |
IronPort Systems, Inc.
IronPort Systems, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services IronPort Systems Inc. provides anti spam, anti virus, and anti spyware products. It offers email security, web threat detection network, and security management product lines for organizations ranging from small businesses to the Global 2000. The company was founded by Scott Weis and Scott Banister in 2000 and is headquartered in San Bruno, CA. | Technology Services |
In-Q-Tel
In-Q-Tel Investment ManagersFinance In-Q-Tel is a Venture Capital firm is founded in 1999 by Gilman Louie. The firm is headquartered in Arlington with additional office in London, United Kingdom. | Finance |
San Francisco Opera Association
San Francisco Opera Association Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services San Francisco Opera Association owns and operates opera theater. It offers an array of training programs and performance opportunities for young artists under the support of the San Francisco Opera Center and the Merola Opera Program. The company was founded by Gaetano Merola in 1923 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Consumer Services |
National Venture Capital Association
National Venture Capital Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Venture Capital Association provides business association services. It facilitates networking opportunities and provides research data to its members. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Commercial Services |
Uncork Capital Management LLC
Uncork Capital Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Uncork Capital Management LLC (Uncork Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 2004 by Jeff Clavier. The firm is headquarters in Palo Alto, California. | Finance |
MecklerMedia Corp.
MecklerMedia Corp. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services MecklerMedia Corp. engages in conducting global trade shows, conferences, and digital publications covering 3D printing, robotics. The company was founded by Alan M. Meckler on April 5, 1999 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT. | Technology Services |
3rd Power LLC
3rd Power LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services 3rd Power LLC is a conference company that produces technology and media conferences focused on emerging areas of interest at the intersection of those two spaces. Its two flagship conferences are the Virtual Goods Summit and the Social Gaming Summit. | Commercial Services |
500 Startups Management Co LLC
500 Startups Management Co LLC Investment ManagersFinance 500 Startups Management Co LLC (500 Startups) is a venture capital firm founded in 2008 by Dave McClure and Christine Tsai. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California. | Finance |
Bionic Panda Games, Inc.
Bionic Panda Games, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Bionic Panda Games, Inc. designs and develops mobile social games. It provides Android-focused mobile social games. The company was founded by Michael Jimenez and Charles Edward Hudson in March 2010 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Technology Services |
NewHound, Inc.
NewHound, Inc. Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services NewHound, Inc. provides marketing and advertising services. It offers a mobile platform that automates the process of creating mobile Websites for business owners and then drives customers to those sites. The company was founded by Stephen Espinosa and is headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, CA. | Commercial Services |
Tulip.io, Inc.
Tulip.io, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Tulip.io, Inc. engages in the provision of cloud-based solutions to retailers. It offers clienteling, checkout Nova, assisted selling, LiveConnect, and Runner solutions. The company was founded by Ali Asaria in 2013 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Technology Services |
Kahuna, Inc.
Kahuna, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Kahuna, Inc. provides mobile marketing automation software. It offers customer engagement engine, an online platform for mobile marketers which automatically analyzes customer behavior in real time and delivers personalized messaging. The firm's products include mobile marketing automation, engagement channels, optimization and analytics and reporting. The company was founded in May 2012 by Jacob Taylor and Adam H. Marchick and is headquartered in Redwood City, CA. | Technology Services |
Alpha Club, Inc. | |
Fixt Technologies, Inc.
Fixt Technologies, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Fixt Technologies, Inc. engages in the provision of mobile device support and repair.The company was founded by Luke Cooper, Sudhir Shandilya and Christopher Garvis and is headquartered in Baltimore, MD. | Technology Services |
Precursor Ventures Management LLC
Precursor Ventures Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Precursor Ventures Management LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Charles Hudson. Headquartered in North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico). | Finance |
Rare Customs LLC
Rare Customs LLC Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Rare Customs LLC provides traveling services through online. It connects SMEs to emerging African tourism and investment trends. The firm offers Tastemakers Africa, a mobile application and content site for finding and buying curated experiences on the African continent ranging from boutique hotels to restaurants and to nightclubs and unlisted excursions. The company was founded by Cherae Robinson and Stephanie O’Connor in 2013 and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. | Consumer Services |
Lightside Games, Inc.
Lightside Games, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Lightside Games, Inc. engages in the development of Christian-based mobile games. Its portfolio includes Stained Glass and Journey of Jesus. The company was founded by Brent W. Dusing in March 2010 and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Technology Services |
Hype Kit, Inc.
Hype Kit, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Hype Kit, Inc. develops and operates payment platform for publishers, which conducts commerce between content creators and users. It offers an online tool that allows registered users to purchase points from PennyPass. The company was founded by Jason Bade and Nick Chen in 2016 and is headquartered in Covina, CA. | Technology Services |
Encantos PBC
Encantos PBC Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Encantos Media Studios PBC produces cartoon and animation videos. It offers bilingual books, digital apps, and sing-along videos featuring an adorable cast of animal characters. The company was founded by Susie Jaramillo, Nuria Santamar?a Wolfe, Steven Wolfe Pereira and Carlos Hoyos and is headquartered in Corte Madera, CA. | Consumer Services |
Populus Technologies, Inc.
Populus Technologies, Inc. Data Processing ServicesTechnology Services Populus Technologies, Inc. provides data and analytic services for mobility industry. The company was founded by Regina Clewlow and Fletcher Foti in 2017 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Technology Services |
Pair Eyewear, Inc.
Pair Eyewear, Inc. Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology PAIR Eyewear, Inc. offers customizable glasses and sunglasses with prescription lenses starting at $54. The company is based in New York, NY. The company also offers gift cards for those who want to give the gift of choice. The company provides a variety of designs, including those featuring popular furry friends and Sesame Street characters. In addition to glasses, they offer an all-in-one kit that includes lens cleaning spray, a micro-fiber cloth, and a carrying kit. The company was founded in 2017 by Nathan Kondamuri and Sophia Edelstein, who have been the CEOs since 2017. | Electronic Technology |
H2 Global, Inc. | |
Reinvent Technology Partners
Reinvent Technology Partners Financial ConglomeratesFinance Reinvent Technology Partners is a blank check company, which is established for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The firm intends to focus its search for a target business operating in the consumer Internet, mobile gaming, or broader technology sectors. The company was founded by Reid Hoffman, Mark Jonathan Pincus, and Michael Neal Thompson, Jr. on July 3, 2020 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Finance |
Visible Hands PBC
Visible Hands PBC Investment ManagersFinance Visible Hands PBC (Visible Hands) is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 by Yasmin Cruz Ferrine, Daniel Acheampong and Justin Kang. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. | Finance |
Sawa Credit, Inc.
Sawa Credit, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Sawa Credit, Inc. is a venture-backed startup that has developed a first-of-its-kind community platform to help underserved borrowers build financial health. Sawa is based in Oakland, CA, and the CEO of the company is Charles Phillips. The platform uses behavioral science and machine learning to create a community debt servicing model that rewards individuals for helping others avoid delinquency. The company's goal is to keep liquidity in the community, address wealth disparity, and create an infinitely scalable platform. | Finance |
Ajim Capital
Ajim Capital Investment ManagersFinance Ajim Capital (Ajim Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 2022 by Eunice Ajim. The firm is headquartered in Austin, Texas. | Finance |
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