Diversity

Greenspring Associates joins CalPERS and NY Common in using software developed by Lenox Park Solutions to measure diversity of fund managers and portfolio companies.

As firms pledge their support to the Black community and launch diversity intiatives, there is also acknowledgement that the industry is not a meritocracy.

VC often trails other asset classes in its adoption of ESG practices, but there are signs that is beginning to change.

Founder Christine Tsai says more LPs ask about ESG and the issue could have the potential to make or break a commitment in the future.

Corporations are becoming more diverse and inclusive, and start-ups are helping to achieve that. Many provide AI to screen job applicants and remove bias from the hiring process.

Anna Palmer and Chip Hazard discuss with Foundersuite’s Nathan Beckord how and why they back female-led startups and the value the founding team at XFactor brings to its portfolio.

Women in the venture capital community continue to gain ground and 2019 saw another step in the right direction amidst continuing funding woes.

VC investment into female-founded companies increased slightly in 2019, breaking a new record, a report found.

Venture Capital Journal’s debut ranking of the 40 Rising Stars under 40 in the global venture community shows the up and comers are a diverse lot. Compiled and adjudicated by Marina Temkin, Rebecca Szkutak, Lawrence Aragon and Alastair Goldfisher.

More than one-third of the list features female professionals and individuals of color.