Doug Francis
Chief Executive Officer at WM TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Net worth: 26 M $ as of 30/03/2024
Profile
Doug Francis is the founder of WM Technology, Inc., where he currently serves as the Chairman & Chief Executive Officer since 2022.
He founded the company in 2008.
Mr. Francis is also the founder of Ghost Management Group, LLC and WM Holding Co. LLC.
Mr. Francis's former job positions include Chief Executive Officer at WeedMaps LLC from 2016 to 2019, Chief Executive Officer at Synergistic Resources LLC from 2008 to 2010, Chief Executive Officer at Ghost Management Group, LLC, President, Director & Chief Strategy Officer at Wisdom Homes of America, Inc. from 2010 to 2012, Director at Silver Spike Acquisition Corp., and Chief Executive & Technology Officer at LC Luxuries Ltd.Mr. Francis obtained his undergraduate degree from Chapman University in 2001.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
WM TECHNOLOGY, INC. CLASS V
21.98% | 19/04/2023 | 14,500,991 ( 21.98% ) | 19 M $ | 30/03/2024 |
| 19/04/2023 | 4,730,667 ( 5.04% ) | 6 M $ | 30/03/2024 |
Doug Francis active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| WM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | Chief Executive Officer | 06/11/2022 |
Ghost Management Group, LLC
 Ghost Management Group, LLC Investment ManagersFinance Ghost Management Group, LLC (Ghost Management Group) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Justin R. Hartfield and Doug Francis. The firm is headquartered in Newport Beach, California. | Founder | 31/12/2011 |
WM Holding Co. LLC
 WM Holding Co. LLC Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services WM Holding Co. LLC is a leading technology and software infrastructure provider to the cannabis industry. The company is based in Irvine, CA. The company's mission is to power a transparent and inclusive cannabis economy. The company's cloud-based SaaS solutions offer an end-to-end operating system for cannabis retailers, supporting compliance with complex regulations. WM Holding provides consumers with the latest information and availability of cannabis products through their website and mobile apps. Founded in 2008, WMH operates Weedmaps, a B2C marketplace, and WM Business, a B2B software. The company was founded by Doug Francis and Justin R. Hartfield. WM Holding Co. was acquired by Silver Spike Acquisition Corp. on June 16, 2021, for $2,075.42 million. | Founder | - |
Former positions of Doug Francis
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| SILVER SPIKE ACQUISITION A | Director/Board Member | 15/06/2021 |
| WISDOM HOMES OF AMERICA, INC. | Chairman | 12/12/2010 |
LC Luxuries Ltd.
 LC Luxuries Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade LC Luxuries Ltd. is an online seller of all makeup and beauty related products and services, such as boutique products, hard-to-find products, product advertising, directory marketing, and value added services. It offers a full range of boutique products such as: bath & body, hair care, makeup, perfume, cologne, and skincare products for both women and men. The company operates only in the United States. Its principal competitors are www.beauty.com, a division of www.drugstore.com, www.sephora.com, www.strawberrynet.com, and www.cosmeticmall.com. | President | 18/11/2010 |
Synergistic Resources LLC
 Synergistic Resources LLC Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Part of Wisdom Homes of America, Inc., Synergistic Resources LLC is a medical marijuana center. The private company is based in Lawndale, CA. The company was founded by Brent Inzer, who has been the CEO since incorporation. Synergistic Resources was acquired by Wisdom Homes of America, Inc. on December 14, 2010. | President | 31/12/2009 |
Ghost Management Group, LLC
Ghost Management Group, LLC Investment ManagersFinance Ghost Management Group, LLC (Ghost Management Group) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Justin R. Hartfield and Doug Francis. The firm is headquartered in Newport Beach, California. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Training of Doug Francis
| Chapman University | Undergraduate Degree |
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| Listed companies | 1 |
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| WM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | Technology Services |
| Private companies | 7 |
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LC Luxuries Ltd.
LC Luxuries Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade LC Luxuries Ltd. is an online seller of all makeup and beauty related products and services, such as boutique products, hard-to-find products, product advertising, directory marketing, and value added services. It offers a full range of boutique products such as: bath & body, hair care, makeup, perfume, cologne, and skincare products for both women and men. The company operates only in the United States. Its principal competitors are www.beauty.com, a division of www.drugstore.com, www.sephora.com, www.strawberrynet.com, and www.cosmeticmall.com. | Retail Trade |
WeedMaps LLC
 WeedMaps LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services WeedMaps LLC provides information about marijuana dispensaries and related services. The company is based in Lake Forest, CA. The company was founded by Justin Hartfield, Keith Hoerling. WeedMaps was acquired by LC Luxuries Ltd. on November 19, 2010. | Technology Services |
Wisdom Homes of America, Inc.
 Wisdom Homes of America, Inc. HomebuildingConsumer Durables Wisdom Homes of America, Inc. is engaged in owning and operating manufactured housing retail center. The company was founded on July 14, 2003 and is headquartered in Tyler, TX. | Consumer Durables |
Synergistic Resources LLC
Synergistic Resources LLC Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Part of Wisdom Homes of America, Inc., Synergistic Resources LLC is a medical marijuana center. The private company is based in Lawndale, CA. The company was founded by Brent Inzer, who has been the CEO since incorporation. Synergistic Resources was acquired by Wisdom Homes of America, Inc. on December 14, 2010. | Health Services |
Ghost Management Group, LLC
Ghost Management Group, LLC Investment ManagersFinance Ghost Management Group, LLC (Ghost Management Group) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Justin R. Hartfield and Doug Francis. The firm is headquartered in Newport Beach, California. | Finance |
WM Holding Co. LLC
WM Holding Co. LLC Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services WM Holding Co. LLC is a leading technology and software infrastructure provider to the cannabis industry. The company is based in Irvine, CA. The company's mission is to power a transparent and inclusive cannabis economy. The company's cloud-based SaaS solutions offer an end-to-end operating system for cannabis retailers, supporting compliance with complex regulations. WM Holding provides consumers with the latest information and availability of cannabis products through their website and mobile apps. Founded in 2008, WMH operates Weedmaps, a B2C marketplace, and WM Business, a B2B software. The company was founded by Doug Francis and Justin R. Hartfield. WM Holding Co. was acquired by Silver Spike Acquisition Corp. on June 16, 2021, for $2,075.42 million. | Technology Services |
Silver Spike Acquisition Corp.
 Silver Spike Acquisition Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Silver Spike Acquisition Corp. operates as a blank check company. The firm intends to effect a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded by Scott Gordon on June 7, 2019 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Finance |
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