# Henry Ward

> Co-Founder & CEO · Carta

Henry Ward co-founded Carta (originally eShares) in 2012 and serves as CEO, leading the equity- and cap-table-management platform used by tens of thousands of companies and investors. He previously founded the portfolio-optimization startup Secondsight and is widely known for his writing on startups and equity.

## Facts
- **Role:** Co-Founder & CEO
- **Company:** Carta
- **LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/in/heward/

## FAQ
**Who is Henry Ward?**

Henry Ward co-founded Carta (originally eShares) in 2012 and serves as CEO, leading the equity- and cap-table-management platform used by tens of thousands of companies and investors. He previously founded the portfolio-optimization startup Secondsight and is widely known for his writing on startups and equity.

**What is Henry Ward's role?**

Henry Ward is Co-Founder & CEO at Carta.

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