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📢 Emerging Managers, this is for YOU. The 2025 Emerging Manager Showcase is your opportunity to present your fund to LPs actively deploying capital in Los Angeles on May 6th. We’re bringing together top investors to connect with the next wave of fund managers. If you’re actively fundraising, apply now and take the stage! 🔗 APPLY HERE ➡ https://lnkd.in/gWTeaNVQ

SomosVC February Newsletter: Big WINS & Building the Future💯 We have a lot to celebrate. Our Breaking in VC Fellow alums are doing BIG things! Congratulations to: Alexandra de Paz for joining Genoa Ventures, backing early-stage life sciences startups. Marvin Valdez for joining Anthemis Group, investing in transformative fintech and insurtech companies. Valentina Suarez Gutierrez for joining Reach Capital, supporting the future of education and workforce innovation. Their success is a testament to the next generation of investors making an impact in VC. --- Want to break into VC? Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on our programs and how to get involved! https://lnkd.in/g5jMd5qd Repost to spread the word! #venturecapital #breakintoVC

☕ SXSW Kickoff: Join SomosVC for a Cafecito!  ☕ Kick off SXSW week in Austin with us! Join SomosVC, Dux Capital, Bank of America, and Tech Bloc for a morning of meaningful connections and conversations over cafecito. Whether you're an investor, founder, or ecosystem builder, this is the perfect way to start your day and connect with the Latino/a VC + allies community. 📅 Wednesday, March 12, 2024 | 9 AM - 11 AM 📍 Austin, TX | Bank of America, Austin – 29th Floor Rooftop 🔗 RSVP here: https://lu.ma/rqxbd87c

📣 Big News from the SomosVC Community! Congratulations to SomosVC Board Member, Adrianna Samaniego (she/her/ella), and the Cherryrock Capital team on the official launch of their $172M Fund I! 🚀 This fund is a game-changer, backing underinvested founders at the Series A & B stages with capital, expertise, and networks to scale. We’re proud to see Adrianna leading this charge alongside Stacy Brown-Philpot, Saydeah Howard (SPHR, SHRM-SCP), and Christa Williams—a powerhouse team shaping the future of venture. 💡 Learn more about Cherryrock Capital in Adrianna’s post here: https://bit.ly/3Xbow4G #CherryrockCapital #SomosVC

💥 BREAKING VC NEWS 💥 Congratulations to Ulu Ventures on closing a $208M Fund IV—one of the largest U.S. LATINA-LED venture funds! 🎉 At a time when many are pulling back from DEI, Ulu Ventures is proving that data-driven, bias-aware investing isn’t just equitable—it delivers results. ✅ 80% of their portfolio companies have an immigrant, female, or minority founder ✅ Backed by top institutions like Ford Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Pivotal Ventures & more ✅ A track record of high-performing investments, including SoFi, Palantir, Guild Education, and BetterUp Ulu’s success shows that thoughtful, rigorous, and inclusive investing is the future—and that LPs are paying attention. 👏🏽 Kudos to Miriam Rivera, Clint Korver, Maria Salamanca, Steve Reale & the entire Ulu Ventures team for this milestone! https://bit.ly/4kaaPgr

We’re thrilled to welcome Adrianna Samaniego (she/her/ella), J.C. Lopez, Daniel Paredes, and Valeria Martinez to the SomosVC Board! As trailblazers in the venture capital world, their leadership, experience, and commitment to fostering a stronger ecosystem will be invaluable to our mission. We can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in shaping the future of SomosVC and empowering our community. Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter!

2025 New Year - Same SomosVC 🤝 As we step into 2025, SomosVC remains steadfast in our mission to amplify opportunities, resources, and representation for Latino/a VCs and allies. Here’s a glimpse of who we are and what we offer: 𝟏) 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭:  Our flagship programs include the Breaking into Venture Fellowship, Emerging Manager Showcase, Mentorship Program, Annual Summit, and Avanza Summit. 𝟐) 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐂 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬:  This year, we’re launching new educational tracks, including a fellowship tailored for mid- to late-career Latino/a professionals eager to break into VC. 𝟑) 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐕𝐂’𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:  Look out for our first-ever impact report and the launch of a comprehensive long-term strategic plan. 𝟒) 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞:  We’re forging new partnerships and exploring policy-related initiatives to extend our reach and drive systemic change. 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦: Dr. Mariela Salas - Executive Director Mitzi Benavides - Director of Programs Ops & Marketing Jomayra Herrera & Joanna Lichter-  Board Presidents ('24-'25) Alan Arturo Day García - Board Vice President Alexis Zamira Maciel, Ashley Balla, Eddie Lopez, Leonardo Arango, Nicole DeTommaso, Samuel Garcia, Sergio Monsalve - '25 Board Members Together, we’re building a VC ecosystem that fully embraces the talents, perspectives, and leadership of our community. #venturecapital

We are thrilled to announce the graduates of our Fall 2024 cohort of the Breaking into Venture Fellowship! 🚀 These exceptional individuals, with diverse personal and professional backgrounds, have completed our 8-week program designed to prepare participants for a successful role in venture capital. Equipping them with the tools and the community that they need to break into the industry. A special thank you to our guest speakers who joined us in this cohort: Vanessa Larco, Maria Salamanca, Nicholas McCombe, Jomayra Herrera, Jéssica Leão, Meera Clark, Shashank Saxena, Tanaz Mody, Maggie Pettit, Nicole DeTommaso, & Carol Magalhães Isaacs, CFA Learn more about the incredible fellows here: https://bit.ly/4iEVLGL

🎉 Huge congratulations to SomosVC Fellow Alum, Arianna Regalado, on joining IDEA Fund Partners as an investor! 👏 At SomosVC, we’re proud to empower diverse talent to break into venture capital through our Fellowship Program. By diversifying the VC landscape, we’re paving the way for a more inclusive ecosystem. Way to go, Arianna —we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make! 🚀 #SomosVC #LatinasInVC

SomosVC Fellowship Success Story: Carol Magalhães Isaacs, CFA 🌟 About Our Fellowship Program: 1) Curriculum/ Programming: Weekly sessions serve as the foundation for demystifying the venture capital trade. Seasoned investors and industry experts will provide in-depth tutelage and training. 2) Mentorship: Each Fellow will be paired with two VCs to help reinforce lessons, learn how they broke into the industry, answer your questions, and be your champion. 3) Project Based Learning: Thesis building and hands on learning gives participants a rare first-hand look at a wide array of intellectual and operational challenges venture capitalists navigate. Carol was a part of our 2022 fellowship cohort and has since landed a full-time role at BBG Ventures. Way to go, Carol!!