'We can transcend the script...and pave the way for the future that we design. We just need to tap that power, that conviction, that determination within us. The good news is, we follow people that look like us if the story is told the right way.' - Robert F. Smith

When women, in particular, join boards, the benefits are endless. Here are four key takeaways from our OnBoard film screening event.

Food & drinks ✅
Great conversation ✅
Opportunity to support inclusive growth of the Silicon Valley innovation economy ✅

SF, this event has everything you need—and then some! See you there?

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If you are organized, a team player, and passionate about supporting Black professionals in the venture capital industry - we want you on our team. ✨

Apply today to help us build our education programs and mentor network → recruitcrm.io/apply/17104497…

There are some amazing women in the BLCK VC community. 💜 Here are 10 you should - without a doubt - know about: blck-vc.medium.com/trailblazing-w…

Still thinking about the gems dropped at our BHM event in Toronto, so we figured we'd share them with the world. Here are some reminders to take with you this week. ✨

If you don't know Patricia Roberts's name, you should look her up. (Or see OnBoard, the film)

Last week, BLCK VC SF hosted a screening of this inspiring documentary, which highlights the evolution of board diversity—Patricia was a trailblazer in the 1970s. 🎥

Last month, we sat down with Frederik Groce, BLCK VC Co-Founder/Board Co-Chair and Deal Lead at Wellington Access Ventures, to chat about his journey to venture, thoughts on closing the gap, and vision for his fund's future.

Read the interview in full → blck-vc.medium.com/community-spot…

💭 QTNA.

Black investors make up less than __% of the venture capital industry.

Brb...channeling the roaring 20s ✨

Last week's gala, in partnership with EVCA, was such a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the venture ecosystem in Boston.

Thank you to our sponsors and all the vendors who made this come to life.

Our 7th Breaking into Venture (BiV) cohort is underway, and they're killing it! 👏🏾 For those unfamiliar with this staple program, here's a brief overview:

This article got us thinking. 🤔 AI seems to be the talk of the town, but it also is a means to encourage more inclusive investment portfolios.

How can VCs break traditional funding patterns to ensure underrepresented founders reap the benefits of AI?

fortune.com/2024/03/12/sma…

This International Women’s Day, we want to #InspireInclusion by shining a light on the gender disparities that exist within the venture capital industry.

Here are some insights from our 2023 State of Black Venture Report:

In celebration of Women's History Month, BLCK VC's SF Chapter is hosting a special gathering to celebrate the public launch of the award-winning film, OnBoard. 🎥✨

Save your seat and prepare for a night of networking and inspiration! → lu.ma/blckvc_onboard

#BLCKVCATL really embodied this year’s Black History Month theme - African Americans and the Arts - with the Canvas and Connections Art Tasting event! Take us back ✨ 🎨

Can't wait!

We can’t believe it’s already March! Here’s what’s happening in our world this month:

👏🏾 Love to see it.

The Next Gen 20s Gala is around the corner, Cambridge! 💫Consider this event an ode to the roaring 1920s and a nod to the forward-thinking innovation of the 2020s. 

See you there? → lu.ma/NextGen20s

Shoutout to all the trailblazing Black women in venture capital! We see you and celebrate you during Women’s History Month and beyond. 💜