CHARLIE O'DONNELL is a renowned venture capitalist known for his early identification of groundbreaking companies, including Twitter and Foursquare. As founder of Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, the first venture fund based in Brooklyn, he has invested in over 100 companies. His two-decade tenure in the New York City startup ecosystem includes pioneering roles as the first analyst at Union Square Ventures and helping establish First Round Capital's New York office. O'Donnell's influence in the New York City tech industry has also been widely recognized, earning him a spot on Business Insider's 100 Most Influential People in NY Tech more than five times. Currently teaching entrepreneurship at NYU's Courant Institute, O'Donnell has empowered countless founders to successfully navigate the complexities of fundraising and venture capital.