Fearless Fund Third Annual Fearless VC Summit FEARLESS FUND, the first venture capital fund built by women of color for women of color, had its Third Annual Fearless VC Summit at the prestigious Atlanta Symphony Hall. Presented By Amazon, JP Morgan & Chase, UPS, Costco Wholesale, Shea Moisture, 301 Inc, Comcast, and Mielle. The summit aimed to educate individuals and organizations on venture capital and investing and offered transformative educational sessions led by industry leaders. “The Third Annual VC Summit marked a significant milestone in our journey to empower underrepresented entrepreneurs and created a more inclusive venture capital landscape,” said Fearless Fund Co-Founder, President, and CEO Arian Simone. “This summit was a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing access, resources, and knowledge to those who have historically been overlooked. We believe that every individual deserves a chance to thrive, and this event served as a catalyst for change, fostered connections, and equipped entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed.” The Fearless VC Summit proudly featured distinguished keynote speakers for their panels, fireside chats, and speaker highlights throughout the summit. Jessica Alba, Founder & Chief Creative Officer of The Honest Company, spoke on navigating the art of pivoting in a fireside chat, and accomplished football quarterback and investor Cam Newton took part in a fireside panel alongside Fearless Fund Co-Founder and General Partner Ayana Parsons surrounding his journey from athlete to entrepreneur. Additional speakers included Emma Grede, Elaine Welteroth, Touré Roberts, Monique Rodriguez, Keisha Lance Bottoms, and more. They gathered to share their expertise and insights that undoubtedly inspired and motivated attendees throughout the summit. “I am honored to have been a part of the Fearless Fund VC Summit and joined the incredible community of entrepreneurs and investors,” said
Honest Company Founder & Chief Creative Officer Jessica Alba. “Access to knowledge and support is crucial in empowering individuals to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. I enjoyed sharing my experiences, insights, and lessons with a community of trailblazers and entrepreneurs.” Another significant highlight of the summit was the Live Demo Day, a sixfigure pitch contest where visionary entrepreneurs had the opportunity to pitch their ventures to potential investors, opening doors for valuable connections and access to capital. Attendees were encouraged to apply for the chance to showcase their own ventures and secure the investment needed to fuel their success. “Cultivating diversity and inclusivity within the venture capital space is not just a noble goal but a vital necessity for our entrepreneurial ecosystem,” said Fearless Fund Co-Founder and General Partner Ayana Parsons. “This summit is as much about education as it is about empowerment and breaking down barriers to provide a platform for meaningful exchanges to ultimately create a powerful network that transcends traditional boundaries for rising women entrepreneurs of color.” To learn more, please visit https://www.fearless.fund/vc-summit. About Fearless Fund & Fearless Foundation Launched in 2019, Fearless Fund invests in women of color-led businesses seeking pre-seed, seed-level, and series A financing. Its mission is to bridge the gap in venture capital funding so female founders of color can build scalable, growth-aggressive companies. Also complementing the fund is The Fearless Foundation, a 501c3 organization that educates entrepreneurs through training, reduces racial inequities, and empowers African-Americans to gain access to capital. Through the flagship “Get Ready Venture Program,” women of color business owners receive the training, mentorship, knowledge, and skills needed to gain access to capital.
