New Media Ventures (NMV)

Nothing bad happens when women have more money. In fact, everything gets better.  It’s time to invest in women entrepreneurs and fund managers. Thank you to the Honorable California State Controller, Malia Cohen for sitting down with us for an intimate discussion on capital and women in the great state of California during #LATechWeek. #InvestInWomen PledgeLA Cap Table Coalition Mundial Media Sisters with Ventures Podcast Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies - USC Marshall Lisha Bell La Keisha Landrum Pierre Monica Dean Qiana Patterson Debbie Rumbo Adriana Embus (she/her) Jessica Salinas

What did you do this weekend?! Our Investment Analyst Carlos Emmanuel Salinas and his wife, Anna Salinas, attended the rally for Kamala Harris in Houston Friday. The rally featured Texas native Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland, who had the honor of introducing the Vice President. During her speech, VP Harris focused specifically on the importance of reproductive rights and the attacks on abortion and IVF treatment that her opponent Trump plans to carry out. Carlos and Anna appreciated the focus on reproductive rights because for many in the disability community, IVF provides crucial family planning options and reproductive autonomy. Recent attacks on IVF access threaten these fundamental rights. We must protect reproductive healthcare in ALL its forms. Everyone deserves the chance to build their family safely and with dignity.

🌴 Last week, our CIO Jessica Salinas and Investment Associate Abigail Leung hit the ground running at #LATechWeek, connecting with incredible leaders across LA's diverse tech ecosystem. Here's a look at the events they attended that brought together the best of tech and venture: ⛳️ Venture on the Green by BLCK VC: Hit the links for a morning of community-building at this innovative golf tournament bringing together BLCK VC members, investors, and founders. A fresh take on networking that got us out of the conference room and onto the green! 🫱🏼🫲🏾 Founders & Funders of Color Mixer with VamosVentures, SomosVC, BLCK VC & Plug In Ventures: A vibrant evening uniting diverse founders and funders to strengthen LA's tech ecosystem. The energy in the room showed the incredible momentum of our community! 🏆 VCFamilia Awards Reception: A black-tie celebration honoring Latine excellence in venture capital, bringing together 500+ VCs from the largest global community of Latine investors. A perfect close to Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌇 Diverse Fund Managers x Culture House: An intimate hillside gathering hosted by Marlon Nichols of MaC Venture Capital, bringing together diverse fund managers for meaningful connections against the LA skyline. 🎧 cultureSPARK by CultureHouse: A high-energy celebration bringing together pre-seed to Series A founders with VCs, complete with amazing food and DJs. Jessica & Abi had so much fun getting to see familiar faces and meet new ones throughout the week. Grateful to be apart of a growing movement to diversify the tech and venture capital landscapes. 🫶🏼

Last week our CIO Jessica Salinas joined Alphonzo Terrell, CEO and Co-Founder of SPILL for an engaging fireside chat at Grid110’s LA Tech Week Founders & Funders Brunch on the importance of media, what it means to build tools for our collective liberation and the role of both founders and funders in creating a better future. “You cannot solve the problem of loneliness and connection if people don’t feel safe.” - Alphonzo. “We need to bust the myth that impact ventures/investments do not produce the same level of returns as their counterparts.” - Jessica. Our team loved getting the chance to meet so many Black & brown founders, operators and funders over amazing food at Flavors from Afar! Thanks so much Grid110 for having us, and to their sponsor PledgeLA and partner AWSM SCTY! Maya Cheung Juan Young Estelle Potdevin Ali Zafiris Matthew Sánchez Abigail Leung

✨ Last week to apply: Director of Fundraising position! 🎯 Lead fundraising strategy across our progressive politics and social justice portfolio 🤝 Manage key relationships with foundations, donors, and corporate sponsors 🌐 Remote-friendly (preference for LA, Bay Area, NYC, or DC) 💼 $107k-$145k + comprehensive benefits including 30+ PTO days 📅 Applications close October 27th Want to drive change with an incredible team? Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/g_iur5Mi Carlissia N. Graham Jessica Salinas Phillip Sanders Carlos Emmanuel Salinas Inbar Sharon

Honored to have Phillip Sanders Partner at New Media Ventures, attend the 2024 SomosVC Annual Summit at the NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center! From thought-provoking sessions on responsibly investing in AI to insights from Silicon Valley icons like Aileen Lee and Meyer "Micky" Malka, it was a day filled with innovation and growth. 🌱🚀 Proud to be part of the Latino/a VC ecosystem driving change and fostering impactful connections. Pictured: Dr. Mariela Salas

Catch our Chief Investment Officer, Jessica Salinas, at a dope #LATechWeek event next week: Join AWSM SCTY and Grid110 for their AWSM MRNGS Founders and Funders Brunch, sponsored by PledgeLA. This Founders and Funders Brunch will gather brilliant and vibrant Black & Brown funders, founders, and operators together over brunch-inspired hors d'oeuvres and drinks at Social Enterprise Voted Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, Flavors From Afar, in Hollywood. Featuring a lively, casual fireside chat with Alphonzo Terrell, the Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of SPILL, the blossoming social media platform that raised over $5M in venture funding and grew like a wild fire after Twitter's takeover by Elon. Our very own Jessica Salinas will be joining Alphonzo in this engaging discussion, bringing valuable insights from her role as our CIO where she drives our strategy around investing in innovative media platforms. Register for an unforgettable afternoon of community-building here: https://lu.ma/vvgyf40q

📣 We're seeking a Director of Fundraising to join our team! 🔍 We're looking for an innovative leader to drive our fundraising strategy, cultivate major donors and sponsors and lead impactful events and partnerships 📊 Ideal candidates have 5+ years in fundraising, with at least 3 years in large-dollar fundraising. 💼 Salary range: $107k-$145k with full benefits 🗓️ Apply by October 27th! Ready to do dope shit with dope people? Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/g_iur5Mi Carlissia N. Graham Jessica Salinas Phillip Sanders Inbar Soffer Sharon Carlos Emmanuel Salinas Abigail Leung

Today we're excited to announce the addition of four exceptional individuals to our board: Dawn Laguens (Planned Parenthood Federation of America), Eddy Morales (Gresham City Council), Nile Johnson (Labyrinth Consulting Lab), and Ross Morales Rocketto (Run for Something). These leaders bring a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, campaign strategy, policy expertise, narrative building, and technology leadership. From Dawn's work in healthcare innovation to Eddy's wealth of community organizing experience, Nile's tech policy expertise to Ross's political innovation, each new board member brings unique insights and will help us more effectively catalyze capital for political power. We're excited for this new chapter and the impact these visionary leaders will have on our work. Please click the link below to read more about each of them. https://lnkd.in/gtqz9QMX Carlissia N. Graham Phillip Sanders Jessica Salinas Abigail Leung Carlos Emmanuel Salinas Inbar Soffer Sharon

Our Investment Analyst Carlos Emmanuel Salinas just returned from an inspiring trip to the 2024 Elevate Festival in Toronto! Last week, he dove into cutting-edge sessions on AI, sustainability, and inclusive tech. Carlos networked with innovators, gained valuable insights, and was impressed by the event's commitment to accessibility. The experience left him energized and ready to apply these global perspectives to the US tech landscape. #ElevateFestival2024 #InnovationInTech #SustainableTech #InclusiveTech