$100M We're Still On The Grind

Talent is evenly distributed. Opportunity is not.

Your lived experience is your competitive advantage.

The best products are aligned with the values of the people they serve.

These beliefs fuel Slauson & Co. 's mission of economic inclusion and authentically connecting with communities. However, these beliefs are a tough selling point to investors. Why? If they believe it, I believe it, we believe it, why is there such a vast ocean of overlooked founders??

After a year of struggling to fundraise for their first pool, Slauson & Co. exceeded their $50 million target and closed a $75 million fund. Led by Austin Clements and Ajay Relan , Fund I went on to back 38 companies, one of which includes Stemuli. Fast forward to this week, four years later, they announced the closing of Fund II—$100 million towards continuing their efforts to invest in diverse entrepreneurs.?

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Joining Slauson's portfolio unlocks an invitation to summer camps; an opportunity to pause and unplug while connecting with other founders. It’s a brief moment to learn from each other, gain new perspectives, and revitalize our motivations.?

Slauson & Co. didn’t just invest in Stemuli; they became our first lead investor and stepped outside of their initial thesis to back us. Their willingness to pivot and invest in our vision is a testament to their belief in pushing boundaries and redefining the status quo.?

For Stemuli, this partnership is more than just money: it’s a shared commitment to breaking down barriers and creating meaningful change in the world that is driven by including those who have historically been excluded. We will meet our mission and drive Slauson to meet theirs - through transforming education and the future of work. When we were going through our toughest challenges, Slauson’s support didn’t waiver. Instead, they extended a helping hand, showing up for us in ways that went beyond financial support. We're grateful they have our backs as we continue to build. There is no better time than now to change the world. The journey isn’t quick or easy, but the progress is valuable. Job’s finished? We don’t think so.

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