Symphonic Capital

Empathy is at the heart of everything we do. Not because it’s good for business, or because it makes LPs or our founders happy, but because it’s who we are. While there are lessons and best practices the Symphonic team has picked up throughout our professional experiences, treating people with kindness, being transparent, and empathetic our central to who we are and what we believe makes our business better. Our founder Sydney Paige Thomas recently spoke with Acumen America about Symphonic’s approach to supporting founders and why it is intentionally different from other firms. Read her conversation with Amon Anderson: https://lnkd.in/gBcsBWGP. #venturecapitalist #founders #empathy #withkindness

AI isn’t just for tech bros looking to cut corners. It can be used for good. Our portfolio company Starlight is proof. Roughly 30% of people in the U.S. participate in a public assistance program. But that number could be much higher. Starlight is making sure of it with the help of AI. They identify individuals facing financial challenges and pre-qualify them for benefits based on their financial data. This allows members to access government benefits including the cost of food, healthcare, childcare, and utilities. Using technology to support the 99% is what we’re all about. We’re proud to work with a company like Starlight that’s using emerging tech to support communities that need it most. #AI #inclusivity #makingadifference #portfoliocompany

We’re not just following the trends, we’re trying to set them. ?? Symphonic seeks to partner with founders in health tech because not only is digital health investing here to stay, but emerging startups are making it possible for underrepresented communities to get the care and support they need, which aligns with our investment thesis. Recently, our founder Sydney Paige Thomas was part of a virtual event with Carta. Throughout the event, they discussed stats and other growth and funding insights of the healthcare and life science industries. Click the link in our comments to tap into the full discussion. ?? #venturecapital #healthtech #underrepresentedcommunities #startupfounders

The Symphonic team is spending Election Day making sure our voices are heard. We invite you to do the same. Grab a friend and head to the polls tomorrow. #getoutthevote #gotv

Our Health Equity Conference was a powerful example of the connections that are possible when we prioritize a shared ethos over resume talking points. ???Earlier this month, we hosted a two-day conference that convened founders and investors committed to addressing health disparities to build a more inclusive economy in the U.S. and beyond. Our speakers included executives in the health technology space, physicians, and even a member of Congress. Participants attended sessions focused on social determinants of health, navigating Medicaid, and the growing field of startups prioritizing healthcare solutions for marginalized communities. ???If you missed this year's conference, sign up at the link in our comments to get on our email list so you don’t miss the next event! #conference #founders #investors #inclusiveeconomy

Symphonic Capital is a founder first VC firm. We don’t agree to invest in a company based on a 30 minute exploratory call. Instead, pitching us your business starts with our Diligence Request form where we gather information about you, your business, and the problem you’re trying to solve. Pitching this way ensures each founder we invest in is asked the same questions and has the opportunity to share the same information with us. This form also gives our team the appropriate amount of time to familiarize ourselves with your start up and the market before moving forward. Founders, ready to pitch us? Fill out our form here: https://lnkd.in/dAEC2QTN We can’t wait to read about what you’re creating! #venturecapital #startupfounders #founders #diligence

Our portfolio company, OS BENEFiTS is hiring! ?? Great hospitality means taking care of every need for guests. OS BENEFiTS believes that owners should be able to do the same for their teams, so they created a way to make that possible. With OS BENEFiTS, small businesses have an accessible way to provide affordably priced preventive care, crisis insurance, and lifestyle services to their teams. It’s the simplest way to empower this community with everything they need to succeed. Sound like a team you want to be part of? Visit https://lnkd.in/eMM2YwB7 for full job descriptions and to apply. #employeebenefits #jobopportunities #portfoliocompany

Our two-day conference, Orchestrating Opportunities?in Health, continues today. ?? We’ve gathered founders and investors who are committed to addressing health disparities and building a more inclusive economy, and we’re excited it’s underway. This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of Withum. Withum is a forward-thinking, technology-driven advisory and accounting firm. Based in Princeton, New Jersey, their mission is to foster a community of professionals who serve clients with unwavering integrity. Comment below if you’ll be joining us today! We can’t wait to connect with you! #conference #founders #investors #inclusiveeconomy

Symphonic Capital is heading to New Jersey! Next week, we’re hosting a two-day health equity conference for founders and investors committed to addressing health disparities and building a more inclusive economy. This event wouldn’t be possible without organizations like Goodwin. A global law firm with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, Goodwin’s mission is to drive meaningful change and ensure a healthier future for all. The practice advises providers, digital health companies, women’s health and wellness companies, and investors on transactions, regulations, government investigations, and litigation. They believe it’s possible to address the root causes of economic inequality and build a more inclusive healthcare economy by providing a dedicated forum for discussion and offering investment and operational support. Our goal is always to work with founders and organizations with missions and core values similar to ours, so we’re excited to work with Goodwin to bring this event to life — special shoutout to Simone Otenaike who has been a critical part of making this event a reality! We can't wait to see all 100+ attendees at our conference next week! #newjerseyevents #economicinequality #inclusivehealthcare #venturecapitalistlife

Next month, we’re hosting a two-day health equity conference for founders and investors committed to addressing health disparities and building a more inclusive economy. We’re so excited for this meeting of the minds and thrilled to have sponsors like the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA). NJEDA?collaborates with a diverse range of stakeholders to implement programs and initiatives that improve quality of life, enhance economic vitality, and strengthen New Jersey’s long-term economic competitiveness. They’ve spent the last 50 years striving to make New Jersey a national model for sustainable and equitable economic growth by investing in communities, fostering innovation, and supporting industries with high quality-job creation across the state. Their work serves as a reminder that innovation can happen anywhere, not just in major cities or tech hubs. With their support, we’re excited to host this event outside of Silicon Valley, proximate to real people looking to solve real problems. Interested in attending? Check out the link in the comments. #venturecapitalist #healthconference #inclusiveeconomy?