Partner
Joe Shamess
General Partner, Flintlock Capital
- Firm
- Flintlock Capital
- Title
- General Partner
- Role
- General partner
- Known as
- Investor
Record updated 22 September 2026
About
Joe Shamess is a seasoned investor and entrepreneur whose career spans a high-growth startup exit to private equity and leadership of three companies through every stage of the business lifecycle. As a founder, he’s navigated inception to scale, and as a turnaround CEO, he restored profitability in under six months, driving three consecutive years of 100% profit growth. Over the past eight years, he’s thrived in venture capital, leveraging his expertise as an investor, board advisor, and mentor to shape innovative businesses. As a member of the Board of Directors of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce — and former Chairman of its 100-member Small Business Council — Joe shapes national policy for entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Background
- Education
- Joe holds a BS in Law from the United States Air Force Academy and an MBA in Finance from Auburn University.Source (opens in a new tab)
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