Meet the Team
A trusted group of high-caliber individuals, committed to mobilizing a new generation of Investors of Color. Learn more below.
The Founders
Betty Francisco
Co-Founder
Benhur Desta
Venture Associate
Samer Yousif
Co-Founder &
Managing Director
Eli Velasquez
Co-Founder &
Managing Partner
We're a well-rounded group of experienced investors, executives, civic leaders, philanthropists, and ecosystem builders that are changing the color of capital.
Louis Caldera
Greg Campbell
Barbara Clarke
Juliana Garaizar
Ken Grimes
Jill Johnson
Blair Smith
Evan Segal
Lamarr Houston
The Investors of Color Network aims to connect and activate our community. We're exponentially increasing impact through our strategic partners and sponsors.
Our Partners
