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Charlie Vandis

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Chief Credit Officer at Hercules Capital, Inc.
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Charlie Vandis is the Chief Credit Officer at Hercules Capital, a position he has held since February 2022. With a long career in finance, including 16 years at GE Capital, he specializes in credit, risk management, and portfolio management for technology and life science companies. He holds a BA from Tufts University and an MBA from USCs Marshall School of Business.

Outside of his direct professional responsibilities, Charlie demonstrates a keen interest in the broader venture ecosystem, focusing on empowering innovative companies. His background includes a degree in Asian Studies, suggesting an appreciation for global perspectives and diverse cultures.

People who have worked with Charlie describe him as a great leader, shrewd negotiator, and a calm, strategic tactician.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Chief Credit Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
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Priorities

Topics Charlie cares about

Venture Lending
As Chief Credit Officer at a leading venture lending firm, he is deeply involved in providing growth capital to innovative tech and life science companies.
Credit Risk Management
His career, spanning senior roles at Hercules Capital and GE Capital, is centered on underwriting, portfolio management, and global credit risk review.
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Career

Work history

3-2017
Chief Credit Officer
Hercules Capital, Inc.
1-2014 - 3-2017
Senior Vice President - Global Credit Risk Review Team Lead
GE Capital
10-2008 - 1-2014
Senior Vice President - Sponsor Finance
GE Capital
7-2001 - 10-2008
Vice President - Corporate Finance
GE Capital
2000 - 2003
Associate - Structured Finance Group
GE Capital
In the press

Media appearances

Hercules Capital Enhances C‑Suite for Future Growth. Featured in Business Wire
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Hercules Capital Continues to Expand Team Adding Five Senior Technology Investment and Credit Professionals. Featured in Business Wire
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Education
1999 - 2001
MBA
USC Marshall School of Business
1986 - 1990
BA
Tufts University
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