Our Core FocusClosing Equity Gaps

We are a venture capital firm and partner of choice for exceptional entrepreneurs who are building scalable, sustainable businesses in a long-term effort to close equity gaps in America.

Venture Focus Areas

Partnership Focus Areas

Impact InvestingA Portfolio That Solves Real-World Problems.

At the Institute, we invest in entrepreneurs who are tackling some of society’s greatest challenges and use world-class talent and resources to amplify our investments.

Our Portfolio

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Nyra Jordan, Community and Social Impact Investment Director

Shayna Hetzel, Community and Social Impact Investment Director

Dr. Joy Ippolito, Social Impact Investment Director

John McIntyre, Social Impact Investment Fund Managing Director

Monique Williams, Senior Planning and Portfolio Manager

Chaarvi Badani, Venture Capital Senior Associate

Rob Kornblum, Venture Capital Principal

Amber Porter, Venture Capital Senior Associate

Cliff Bartholomew, Venture Capital Senior Associate

Jenna Borowski, Investor Relations and Platform Associate

Sharon Neylon, Community and Social Impact Advisor

Chad McGrath, Community and Social Impact Department Assistant

Jilly Gokalgandhi, Community and Social Impact Consultant

Beth Churchill, Community and Social Impact Consultant

Renee Adler, Community and Social Impact Advisor

Jim Buchheim, Community and Social Impact Officer, American Family Insurance

Adam Schrager, Community and Social Impact Storyteller

The Work of Many Minds

The Institute is staffed by a team of passionate and talented individuals who choose to work at the intersection of entrepreneurialism and social impact.

Investment Team

Programs & Partnerships Team

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