🚀 Get Ready for the SomosVC Annual Summit! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce an exciting panel of top LP investors who will be joining us at this year's summit! · Renata Aráuz-DeStefano (Investor, Pivotal) · Lisa Cawley, CFA (Managing Director, Screendoor) · Jasmine N. Richards, CFA (Managing Director, Cambridge) Moderated by Jomayra Herrera (Partner, Reach Capital), this powerhouse panel will share how they evaluate funds and spot emerging opportunities in today’s rapidly evolving market. Whether you're an emerging manager or a seasoned investor, their insights are not to be missed! Save your seat to join during SF Tech Week 👉🏽 http://bit.ly/3LVdBpz
SomosVC
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
A group of experienced venture investors coming together to connect, engage, and foster a diverse ecosystem.
About us
SomosVC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on unlocking opportunities for Latino/a VC investors, developing a community that leaves a lasting impact on the ecosystem. Our mission is simple: to accelerate and elevate the presence of Latinos/as in venture capital. We believe that when venture investors are empowered to show up as their authentic selves, the flow of capital from limited partners to venture capitalists and ultimately to startup founders becomes more diversified, impactful, and representative of U.S. demographics.
- Website
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https://www.somos.vc/
External link for SomosVC
- Industry
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2019
Employees at SomosVC
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Juan-Pablo Mas
Partner at Action Potential VC | @SomosVC | opinions my own
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Brian B. Nicholson
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Estefi Alvarez, PhD
Global Healthcare Consulting Leader | Strategist | Inventor | SomosVC Fellow & Yale Ventures Entrepreneur in Residence
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Jacob Mullins
Managing Director at Shasta Ventures
Updates
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There are many hurdles that aspiring VCs face when trying to break into VC: Top Challenges: - No Prior VC Experience: 68% - Non-Traditional Background: 67% - Limited Network: 49% - Implicit Bias: 31% - Lack of Understanding of Interview Process: 31% Stress Levels: 35% of respondents are stressed, with LatinX individuals reporting the highest frequency of stress. Addressing these issues is crucial to fostering a supportive environment for diverse talent in venture capital. Check out our fellowship program, which aims to help diverse individuals break into VC: https://lnkd.in/gxJdrHrZ #VCRecruiting #CareerChallenges #DiversityInVC #VentureCapital
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Breaking into VC resource alert 💡 Mirit Lugassi at Laconia put together a blog post detailing her experience breaking into VC and provides tons of helpful tips for those looking to do the same. Her blog includes: 1) How to best align your strengths and skills to a firm’s mission and needs. 2) How to run an intentional and strong hiring process that will help you stand out from the crowd. 3) And most importantly, how to get the right education and support through the process. Access it here: https://lnkd.in/gEFaivJB Have questions? Join the AMA with Mirit! Wed, Sept 18 12:30-1:30p (ET) Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gMyRtmRN #venturecapital #aspiringVCs #recruiting #hiring
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Last night SomosVC partnered with Lowenstein Sandler LLP to host an incredible dinner with some of our NYC SomosVC VC & LP community. We had such a thoughtful conversation around the state of funding for Latinx led funds and how we can strengthen the ecosystem. My favorite part was being joined by Alan Arturo Day García and Carol Magalhães Isaacs, CFA, both of which are graduates of the SomosVC Breaking Into Venture Fellowship and who now have FT roles in venture. So much work still to be done but my heart is so full after last night.
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Big congrats to SomosVC Fellow Alum, Elias Mufarech, on starting full-time as a Senior Associate at Collide Capital 🎉 SomosVC has now become a leader in helping diverse individuals break into VC via our fellowship program. In order to diversify the founder landscape, we need to diversify the investor landscape. Way to go, Elias!!
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Excited to share our founding sponsor, Silicon Valley Bank, is teaming up with the StartupOS team to host a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration and pitch competition. The event will feature insightful panel discussions, a networking reception and the opportunity for founders to showcase their startups. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gnNFT_4n. The deadline for founders to apply is September 13th. #startups #founders
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VC Unleashed released a report, "The Road to Venture," revealing insightful data on the demographics of aspiring VCs: Total Respondents: 552 Current VCs: 184 Aspiring VCs: 368 Gender Distribution: 66% Male, 33% Female First-Generation Status: 67% Non-First Gen, 33% First Gen Racial Representation: White: 31% Black: 19% LatinX: 17% South Asian: 13% East Asian: 9% Understanding these metrics helps us grasp the diversity landscape in venture capital and where we need to focus our efforts for a more inclusive industry. Learn more about SomosVC's initiatives that unlock opportunities and close the gap at somos.vc. #VentureCapital #Diversity #Inclusion #VCInsights
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The SomosVC Annual Summit, hosted during SF Tech Week, is fast approaching! We are excited to announce another one of our select panels featuring exceptional VCs. Join us for the conversation, 'From Operating to Investing,' featuring Alejandro Guerrero (Co-Founder and GP at Act One Ventures), Kristin Baker Spohn (GP at BAM Elevate), Daniel Portillo (Co-Founder at The General Partnership) and moderated by Joanna Lichter (Associate Director, VC at Emerson Collective). Register today for an unforgettable time of inspiration, connection and learning. 👉🏽 http://bit.ly/3LVdBpz
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LAST DAY TO APPLY to the SomosVC Fellowship Program, an 8-week program designed for Latino/a professionals eager to explore VC and/or ready to take the leap into the industry. Apply by 6PM PST to take the next step and shape the future of innovation. 👉 https://bit.ly/49QkSle 📣VC community: Share this with your network and spread the word
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🤓 Meet some of the SomosVC Fellow alumni who’ve successfully broken into VC! The SomosVC Fellowship Program is a free 8-week program designed for Latino/a professionals eager to explore VC or take the leap into the industry. This program provides the foundation and community support needed to break into VC. Don’t miss out—apply by 9/9 to join a growing network of fellows shaping the future of innovation. 👉 https://bit.ly/49QkSle Are you part of the VC community? Share this with your network to shape the next generation of leaders!