Our Ecosystem

We're not just about investments; we're about the incredible people behind them.

Direct Equity Investment

Founders: Claudia Naim-Burt & Adrienne Prentice
Industry/Field: Work-life balance tools for parents and caregivers
About: Partners with organizations to provide parents and caregivers with tools to integrate care for themselves, their families, and their work through group coaching, community, and curriculum.
Investment Type: Direct Equity Investment
Investment Terms: SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) Noteiption
Founders: Heather Watkins & Jocelyn Quarrell
Industry/Field: Environmental sustainability
About: Provides a platform for businesses to reduce waste and carbon footprint by utilizing customizable and reusable packaging solutions.
Investment Type: Direct Equity Investment
Investment Terms: Convertible Promissory Note
Founders: Megan Hayes & Kimberly Reilly
Industry/Field: Sustainable consumer products
About: Offers premium water in eco-friendly carton packaging, avoiding single-use plastics. Sales contribute to providing running water in developing countries.
Investment Type: Direct Equity Investment
Investment Terms: SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) Note
Founder & CEO: Alisha Griffey
Industry/Field: Financial services for underrepresented founders
About: Provides working capital loans to underrepresented founders, focusing on debt capital to support a variety of businesses.
Investment Type: Direct Equity Investment
Investment Terms: Fixed Term Impact Note, 3% annual interest, 3-year term

Limited Partner Positions

Founder & Managing Partner: Lorine Pendleton
Focus: Sports, media, and entertainment technology
About: Invests in emerging companies at the intersection of sports, media, entertainment, and technology.
Investment Type: Limited Partner Position
Fund Details: $25M fund size, 5-year life, 25 investments, 2.5% fees, 20% carried interest
Founder & Managing Partner: Kwame Anku
Focus: Venture capital for Black founders
About: Invests in Black founders, focusing on ROI, risk management, and systemic inclusivity.
Investment Type: Limited Partner Position
Fund Details: $50M fund size, 5-year term, 5-year investment period, 20% carried interest
Co-Founders: Dahna Goldstein & Kate Goodall
Focus: Climate, health, and equity technology
About: Invests in early-stage startups dedicated to creating a virtuous cycle between impact and profit.
Investment Type: Limited Partner Position
Fund Details: $50M fund size, 10 years with possible 2 one-year extensions, 5-year commitment period, 20% carried interest
Founder & Chairman: Luke Cooper
Focus: Enterprise SaaS solutions
About: Focuses on building a portfolio of Black & Hispanic Enterprise SaaS companies.
Investment Type: Limited Partner Position
Fund Details: $50M fund size, 10-year term, 3-year investment period, 20% carried interest
Co-Founders: Jenny Abramson & Heidi Patel
Focus: Impact investing in female-led companies
About: Largest VC fund investing in technology-driven companies led by women and non-binary people.
Investment Type: Limited Partner Position
Fund Details: 39 companies across Funds I & II, investing in health, education, sustainability, and economic empowerment sectors
Founder & Managing Partner: Nasir Quadree
Focus: Financial technology and health equity
About: Invests in diverse management teams reimagining wealth building.
Investment Type: Limited Partner Position
Fund Details: $120M/$180M fund size, 10-year term, 3-year investment period, 20% carried interest