Genius Guild

Congratulations to Genius Guild portfolio company Backpack Healthcare and its incredible founder, Hafeezah Muhammad, on completing a $14M Series A raise. We're so proud to be one of the early investors in the company and to continue to support it as it expands pediatric mental health care to millions of children. https://lnkd.in/ep64Mhuf

Great Leaders are Courageous Leaders. Our Managing General Partner Kathryn Finney, who's invested in the success of women for over 20 years, is taking a leave of absence from GG to work on the election of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz as the next President and Vice President of the United States. Read her statement below

Celebrating women in venture capital today because… why not? Here are 8 women venture capitalists you should know: Gillian Marcelle, PhD is a transformative leader and innovator, driving impactful investment strategies in the tech ecosystem. Aileen Lee, founder of Cowboy Ventures, is renowned for coining the term "unicorn" and pioneering investments in breakthrough startups. Arlan Hamilton, founder and managing partner of Backstage Capital, has reshaped the VC landscape by investing in underrepresented founders. Anu Duggal, founding partner of Female Founders Fund, champions women-led startups with a mission to redefine entrepreneurship. Jess Lee, partner at Sequoia Capital, brings her product and leadership expertise to help founders build impactful companies. Kange Kaneene, vice president at SAP.iO Fund, invests in early-stage enterprise software startups, driving innovation and diversity. Kathryn Finney, founder and managing director of Genius Guild, invests in Black entrepreneurs creating scalable businesses. Alicia Robb, founder and CEO of Next Wave Impact, focuses on inclusive investing, empowering diverse and underrepresented founders. There are so many women doing good work in VC – shout them out in the comments below! Let's celebrate their achievements together! #venturecapital #womeninVC #womenleaders #diversityandinclusion #bhuvabiz –––––––––––– Hi, I'm Bhuva. I’m a risk advisor and board director. And I help international tech startups with $1B in annual revenue enter the US market. Follow my profile Bhuva Shakti, MS, MBA 🚀 for insights on operational excellence and startup growth tips everyday at 8am EST. 🚀

As founders, our beliefs and values shape the future of our companies. It's the people, not just the ideas, that build successful businesses. At Genius Guild, we emphasize the importance of leadership and personal values in driving growth. What are your thoughts on this? Share your insights below! #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #GeniusGuild

How do you maintain your strength and sense of self-worth amid setbacks? Our Managing General Partner, Kathryn Finney, shares her approach in this inspiring video. We'd love to hear your strategies and experiences! #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #GeniusGuild

"Build the Damn Thing" by Kathryn Finney is a must-read for anyone looking to empower themselves and elevate their business. It's a blend of female empowerment, practical business hacks, and insightful self-help advice. Dive into a book that feels like getting great advice from a friend. Get your copy today https://a.co/d/cYZbTAk #Entrepreneurship #FemaleEmpowerment #Leadership #GeniusGuild

After George Floyd's death, Gizelle George-Joseph of Goldman Sachs leveraged her platform to address Black community issues. We discuss business as a force for positive change, diversity in leadership, and the role of inclusive research in shaping a more equitable future. Tune in to this episode of "Build the Damn Thing" to hear more about how businesses can drive change and create a more equitable economy. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/e68UJwSu #Diversity #Leadership #EconomicEquity #Podcast #BuildTheDamnThing #KathrynFinney

At Genius Guild, we believe in creating our own opportunities and breaking barriers. Embrace your power and lead with courage. #MondayMotivation #Leadership #GeniusGuild #BlackExcellence

Celebrating #MandelaDay by reflecting on Nelson Mandela’s inspiring words: “It is in your hands, to make a better world for all who live in it.” At Genius Guild, we are committed to black empowerment and fostering a more inclusive and equitable future. #BlackExcellence #Leadership #Inclusion