Here’s to more spaces like this, and more conversations that matter.

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As I presented the key takeaways from The Black Startup Funding Report at Roynat Capital’s networking event for entrepreneurs and leaders of the Black community last week, I knew I was surrounded by influence, excellence and impact.

When you are doing it with a mission-aligned partner like Rep Matters, the project takes on a deeper meaning. Thanks to everyone who attended and for making the event a success.

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(Additional thoughts from Victor Sada, Dana Ramnarine and Ziyi Shi.)

This #InternationalWomensDay, the team at BKR share their thoughts on what can be done today in the investment & tech ecosystem today to #AccelerateAction.

(Thoughts from Lise Birikundavyi, Isaac Olowolafe and Ebenzer Arthur.)

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But there are steps which all startup founders can take to significantly increase their chance of accessing capital.

I share a few key ones in my interview with him for their Funding Black Business video series.

Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJhp...

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Reflecting upon 2024, she explores the big issues facing the innovation community, and provides a roadmap for the way ahead.

This one is for all tech aficionados: bit.ly/4adOIBa

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His journey from growing up in South London to founding and successfully exiting Fanbytes is an inspiring blueprint for #BlackFounders wondering if they can do it.

Listen here: bit.ly/3BmWQ5b

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His rueful acceptance of his mistakes as a leader, his frank confession about his growth pathway into the founder he is today, one motivated by the desire to create value and significance, left a deep impact on me as a venture capitalist passionate about talented underrepresented founders.

Taking a brief moment to highlight some of these memories, from community and industry events to awards and portfolio wins, we’re looking forward to an even greater 2025!

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