Phin Barnes

Phin Barnes is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, currently serving as Co-Founder of The General Partnership since August 2021, where a focus on impactful support for founders in areas such as talent, products, distribution, and capital access is prioritized. Prior experience includes a significant tenure at First Round Capital from 2009 to 2021, where roles included Partner and Principal. Barnes also held summer positions at First Round Capital and McKinsey & Company in 2008. As Founder of Loki Concepts from 2005 to 2007, engagement included consulting for prominent clients like MTV Networks and American Express on marketing initiatives. Additionally, Barnes founded responDESIGN, known for developing Yourself!Fitness, and acted as Chief Marketing Officer from 2003 to 2006. A former Creative Director at AND 1, contribution included leading product direction and scaling the brand's revenue significantly. Educational qualifications include an MBA from The Wharton School and a BA in Economics and Sociology from Haverford College.