We are thrilled to announce that Black Operator Ventures has been named to the Power100 Presented By Blueprint Capital Advisors LLC! This recognition is not just an accolade, but a testament to the transformative work of our team brings to the venture landscape. This honor reinforces our dedication to finding the unseen, supporting the exceptional, and creating meaningful outcomes. Thank you to the Power100 for this recognition. The work continues ???? ?? #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #BlackFounders #BlackOperatorVentures
Black Operator Ventures
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The first seed fund built by Black founders to invest in Black founders
关于我们
Black Operator Ventures (Black Ops), founded in 2021, is the first venture capital fund of its kind, managed and led by an all-Black team of founders. Black Ops leads seed-stage investments in Black-led tech companies and may also co-invest in Series A rounds or at the pre-seed stage. Black Ops looks for founders who are resilient, have unique perspective on their market and possess the conviction to win their space. Managed by partners with operator experience, vast networks, and the skills necessary to help scale companies, the fund provides more than capital. Black Ops provides a roadmap to success for Black founders, and aims to create the most billion-dollar valued companies ever founded by Black people.
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https://www.blackopsvc.com
Black Operator Ventures的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 投资管理
- 规模
- 2-10 人
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- Oakland，CA
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- 合营企业
- 创立
- 2021
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Black Operator Ventures员工
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Congrats on this major milestone, Ofo Ezeugwu!
In 2024, my organization WYL led a landmark national study on understanding the benefits of implementing a standardized scoring system to measure resident experience and living conditions in multifamily housing. With a focus on enhancing quality of life for residents, the research aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis on how standardized metrics can lead to improved outcomes in care, satisfaction, and operational efficiency. This research serves as a vital resource for policymakers, lenders, owners/operators, and stakeholders looking to elevate the standards of care and living conditions within the national landscape. By embracing a standardized scoring system, we can collectively work towards a future where all residents enjoy a dignified, high-quality living experience. Many many many thank yous to the 21 leading organizations who participated to bring this moment to fruition. Check out the full article to dive deeper into the findings and implications. #multifamily #residenttrusted #homeprovider #wyl Avanath Capital Management, LLC Avenue5 Residential Berkadia Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation The Donaldson Group Enterprise Community Partners Fairstead FPI Management Gates Hudson Jair Lynch Real Estate Partners Langdon Park Capital Multifamily Impact Council National Multifamily Housing Council Nuveen, a TIAA company OneWall Communities PK Management, LLC Related Companies Savarino Properties, LLC TM Associates Thrive Communities
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SXSW is still for building! Great work by the Venture 313 and Transparent Collective teams!
Day 1 at SXSW was one for the books! ?? Venture 313 x Transparent Collective brought together bold conversations, game-changing speakers, and hands-on whiteboard sessions designed to turn problems into solutions. This is what happens when innovation meets community. Stay tuned—there’s more to come! Tag a familiar face you see! ?? ??: 888 Creative #SXSW #Venture313 #FoundersFirst" James Norman Lara McKeithan Isaac Caballero Niles Heron Caleb Conley Jeff Ponders II Belvin Liles III DeCarlos Love Harold Hughes Lander Coronado-Garcia TechTown Detroit Invest Detroit Gilbert Family Foundation
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Our GPs hit #upfrontSummit last week. This week catch them in NYC for #BloombergInvest and more
one thing in LA I don't miss in the year is #upfrontsummit . Catching up with old friends, making new ones and having timely conversations that help to accelerate forward. shout-out to the Upfront Ventures team and Mark Suster for all the hard work on this.
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?? The Business Case for DEI: Hard Facts & Future Outlook As some organizations reconsider their commitment to diversity initiatives, Black Operator Ventures brings you a timely discussion on whether DEI is simply a trend or a fundamental driver of success. Join us on February 26th at 12 PM Pacific for an unfiltered conversation with industry leaders. This is not just another theoretical discussion. Our speakers bring real-world experience from venture capital, corporate leadership, and public policy. Reserve your virtual seat for this crucial conversation that goes beyond politics to examine what truly drives organizational excellence. Register here: bhm.blackopsvc.com #FutureOfWork #DiversityInBusiness #LeadershipStrategy
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?? Beyond the Buzzwords: The Real Impact of DEI on Business Success Is diversity, equity, and inclusion just a passing trend, or is it truly essential for organizational success? Join Black Operator Ventures on February 26th at 12 PM PT for a candid conversation with leaders from capital, corporate, and government sectors. Our expert panel will: - Examine the tangible, measurable benefits of meaningful DEI initiatives -Address common misconceptions about diversity programs -Explore the economic and social implications of rolling back DEI progress Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical insights on how inclusive practices drive innovation and competitive advantage. Register here: bhm.blackopsvc.com #DEIinBusiness #LeadershipInsights #BlackOperatorVentures
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?? Founders, heading to SXSW? Make. It. Count! We’re teaming up with Venture 313 to bring Transparent Collective’s proven early-stage founder program to SXSW in #Austin! This exclusive opportunity is designed for pre-seed to pre-Series A founders who are serious about scaling their startups and raising venture capital. If you’re an underrepresented founder looking to break into the venture ecosystem, this is your chance to get real investor access, expert guidance, and a powerful support network. ?? What’s in store? ? Unlocking Social Capital at SXSW – How to strategically navigate SXSW, build meaningful connections, and leverage social capital ? Fundraising 101 – What investors look for & how to structure your raise ? Perfecting Your Startup's Story – Crafting a compelling narrative that captures investor attention ? Startup Operations 101 – Essential strategies to scale successfully ?? Learn from bright minds in startups, investing, and venture funding, including: - Harold Hughes?– Founder of?NFNTE Capital, Serial Tech Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, and Startup Advisor - James Norman?– CEO at Pilotly, GP at Black Operator Ventures, Partner at Transparent Collective - Lander Coronado-Garcia?– Founder & Managing Partner of Accipiter Advisors, a hands-on strategic advisor and operations leader helping startups scale efficiently. - Vernon Coleman?– Founder of VZN AI (formerly RealtimeX), one of the youngest Black founders to raise $4M, backed by Alexis Ohanian’s Seven Seven Six, Kickstarter co-founder Yancey Strickler, and others. We’ve helped founders raise over $125M in early-stage funding, and now we’re bringing that same impact to SXSW. ?? Austin, TX (Exact location TBA) ?? Friday, March 7 ?? Spots are limited – apply now! ?? APPLY NOW https://lu.ma/95ygy2eo If you or a founder you know will be in Austin and actively fundraising, don’t miss this. Let’s make SXSW the moment your startup levels up! #SXSW #StartupFounders #Fundraising #VentureCapital #TransparentCollective #Startups #Entrepreneurship #StartupFunding #VentureFunding #TechStartups #RaisingCapital #DiverseFounders #UnderrepresentedFounders #WomenInTech #BlackTech #LatinxTech #EquityInTech #SXSW2025 #SXSWStartups #SXSWTech #SXSWFounders #SXSWNetworking
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So proud of our guy Daricus Releford and the entire StoreCash team. Congrats on the TechCrunch feature!
A turning point. That's how StoreCash founder, Daricus Releford, described winning the 43North pitch competition—and we couldn't agree more. Since joining the 43North family, StoreCash has made waves, recently closing a $3.7M seed round led by Black Operator Ventures, with support from MaC Venture Capital and Alumni Ventures. StoreCash is redefining fintech by helping users save more and earn instant cash-back rewards! Read more about Daricus' inspiring journey, the hurdles he overcame, and his vision for financial empowerment in this TechCrunch feature. https://tcrn.ch/3CPuAZe
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With 2025 fast approaching, we're back with a few thoughts on how founders can begin thinking about their Series A raise. Anything you'd add to the list? Comment below. Keep following along as we continue to share more content as part of our "Black Ops Basic Training: Guidance for the Founder Journey" series. https://lnkd.in/gYTh7wb9
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Today we completed our first AGM. It is hard to describe how great it felt to show our LPs and constituents what we have done with Black Ops over the past three years.?#AGMseason?#LPsummit #BlackFounders #OverSubscribed We have backed 14 founders so far, leading seed rounds and guiding these great individuals to the growth stage. 2025 is going to be a big year for founders. It has been a journey and there have been so many people behind us it's hard to shout them all out but we will try. Thanks for putting us in business and believing in what we could build... Joanne Wilson?Fred Wilson?Nick Grossman Ben Horowitz Brad Feld?Seth Levine Jeffrey Bussgang Bank of America J.P. Morgan Northwestern Mutual University of Michigan [GO BLUE] And to everyone else who did anything to get us in motion. Excited to show the returns and scale our firm as we shift the venture landscape.