Transforming Venture Capital
We are a committed capital fund dedicated to disrupting systemic economic injustice by expanding access to capital, networks, and opportunity to African American founders.
About Us
Who We Are
Resilient Ventures is an early-stage, committed capital fund supporting African American founders. We are joining the historic movement to disrupt systemic economic injustice by expanding access to capital, networks, and opportunities.
Our Vision
To close the wealth gap, achieve economic justice and racial equity in venture by investing in African American founders of high-growth businesses.
Our Mission
Our mission is to close the wealth gap by expanding access to capital, networks and opportunity to African American founders.
Our Values
- Cultivating More Owners
- Growing Wealth Across The Color Line
- Disrupting Wealth Disparities
- Expanding Economic Opportunities
OUR TEAM
Keith Daniel
FOUNDER
Keith is a leader, higher education executive, community influencer, and investor who is passionate about closing the funding gap for African-American startups. READ MORE.
Tom Droege
FOUNDER
Tom is a life-long entrepreneur and investor who is passionate about disrupting the disparities in access and opportunity for African-American entrepreneurs. READ MORE.
Lebone Moses
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE CHAIR, ADVISORY COMMITTEE
A business strategist, investor and entrepreneur with a passion for empowering people and giving back to her community.
Howard Glicksman
INVESTMENT COMMITEE
An angel investor, board member, and mentor for the startup community.
Akinwole Garrett
INVESTMENT COMMITEE
A senior executive with 15 years of data-driven management experience within the investment banking, technology, and media industries.
Malcolm McClain
INVESTMENT COMMITEE
An executive with a focus on venture capital and impact investing who is a dual MBA and MPP candidate at Harvard Business School.
Henry McKoy
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
A seasoned professional in community and economic development, policy, government, finance, corporate and nonprofit leadership.
Reed Frankel
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
An angel investor, small business advisor, mentor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur.
James Sansom
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
A community leader and veteran banker with over 25 years of experience in commercial lending, loan administration, and credit analysis.
Cecilia Redding
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Serial angel entrepreneur committed to helping sustainable farmers and environmental causes.
Queron Smith
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
A mission-driven executive who believes in the importance of community.
Rayford Davis
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mission-driven entrepreneur, startup consultant, and advisor.
Issac Park
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Seasoned entrepreneur working primarily with clients in the early stages of project life cycles – particularly in the areas of discovery and strategy.
Portfolio
Let's Talk
Contact Us
If you want to learn more about Resilient Ventures contact us today.
- info@resilient-ventures.com
- 919.403.9459
Limited Partner
If you want to learn more about becoming a limited partner with Resilient Ventures, schedule a consultation with us.
Portfolio Companies
For more information about becoming one of our portfolio companies, you can submit to our registry.
Let's Talk
Contact Us
If you want to learn more about Resilient Ventures contact us today.
- info@resilient-ventures.com
- 919.403.9459
Limited Partner
If you want to learn more about becoming a limited partner with Resilient Ventures, schedule a consultation with us.
Portfolio Companies
To register as a prospective portfolio company, please complete our questionnaire form below.
