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Get ready for the SomosVC Annual Summit at SF Tech Week ?? — the largest Latino/a VC gathering! We are excited to host an incredible lineup of leading investors, founders, and LPs who will share invaluable insights into the future of VC. Join us as we explore "Innovating Forward, Grounded in Tradition", where legacy and innovation intersect! ?? Summit Highlights: · Keynote Legend: Meyer "Micky" Malka, Founder and Managing Director at Ribbit Capital and the reigning No. 2 on the Midas List · "Responsibly Investing in AI", featuring Renata Quintini (Renegade Partners), Joel D. (a16z), Naomi Pilosof Ionita (Menlo Ventures), and moderated by Vanessa Larco (NEA). · "From Operating to Investing", featuring Alejandro Guerrero (Act One Ventures), Daniel Portillo (The GP), Kristin Baker Spohn (BAM Elevate), and moderated by Joanna Lichter (Emerson Collective). · "The LP Perspective", Renata Aráuz-DeStefano (Pivotal), Lisa Cawley, CFA (Screendoor), Jasmine N. Richards, CFA (Cambridge), and moderated by Jomayra Herrera (Reach Capital). · "Icons of Silicon Valley", featuring Aileen Lee (Cowboy Ventures), Kirsten Green (Forerunner), Dan Levine (Accel), and moderated by Carmen Palafox (2045 Capital). ?? Register today to be part of this unforgettable time: https://bit.ly/3LVdBpz

Get ready for the SomosVC Annual Summit at SF Tech Week ?? — the largest Latino/a VC gathering! We are excited to host an incredible lineup of leading investors, founders, and LPs who will share invaluable insights into the future of VC. Join us as we explore "Innovating Forward, Grounded in Tradition", where legacy and innovation intersect! ?? Summit Highlights: · Keynote Legend: Meyer "Micky" Malka, Founder and Managing Director at Ribbit Capital and the reigning No. 2 on the Midas List · "Responsibly Investing in AI", featuring Renata Quintini (Renegade Partners), Joel D. (a16z), Naomi Pilosof Ionita (Menlo Ventures), and moderated by Vanessa Larco (NEA). · "From Operating to Investing", featuring Alejandro Guerrero (Act One Ventures), Daniel Portillo (The GP), Kristin Baker Spohn (BAM Elevate), and moderated by Joanna Lichter (Emerson Collective). · "The LP Perspective", Renata Aráuz-DeStefano (Pivotal), Lisa Cawley, CFA (Screendoor), Jasmine N. Richards, CFA (Cambridge), and moderated by Jomayra Herrera (Reach Capital). · "Icons of Silicon Valley", featuring Aileen Lee (Cowboy Ventures), Kirsten Green (Forerunner), Dan Levine (Accel), and moderated by Carmen Palafox (2045 Capital). ?? Register today to be part of this unforgettable time: https://bit.ly/3LVdBpz

?? Kicking off the week with great news! We’re thrilled to announce the last exciting panel for this year’s SomosVC Annual Summit: “Responsibly Investing in AI”. This powerhouse panel will feature: ??Renata Quintini (Co-Founder & Managing Director, Renegade Partners) ??Joel D. (Partner, a16z) ??Naomi Pilosof Ionita (Partner, Menlo Ventures) Moderated by: Vanessa Larco (Partner, NEA) ?? Don’t miss out on this conversation and much more IN 2 WEEKS! Secure your spot at this year’s largest Latino/a VC gathering ???? https://bit.ly/3LVdBpz

?? Founders & Funders in Color at LA Tech Week! ?? West Coast - we’re headed your way! Join SomosVC, BLCK VC, VamosVentures, & Plug In Ventures as we bring our signature NY Tech Week networking event to #LATechWeek! This event connects diverse founders, funders, and allies to foster meaningful relationships and celebrate diversity in the tech ecosystem. Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and advance your mission alongside top innovators. Drinks, light bites and great company all provided! ?? Date: October 16, 2024 ?? Location: Mid-City LA (exact location upon registration) ?? Register Now! https://lu.ma/flsx1n5f Huge thanks to our sponsors Stifel Bank, KPMG, PledgeLA & Propeller Industries and host, ChargerHelp, for helping to bring this event to life. We’ll see you there! #LATechWeek #TechDiversity #Networking #Founders #VentureCapital

?? 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 ???? https://bit.ly/3LVdBpz???

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

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

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 Magalh?es 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.

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!!

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