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OUR EXPERTISE

How We Support Founders & Operators

We leverage 30+ years of hands-on experience as operators in lean manufacturing operations, strategic planning, inorganic M&A business development and advancing commercial maturity and results at large scale public and private companies (Danaher, Stellantis, ZF, TRW, Dana, Bombardier) bridging gaps for minority business growth by providing tailored funding, help and guidance.

Planning
Strategic Planning

Provide tailored business support and growth strategies through our deep experiential knowledge and understanding of unique challenges minority-owned businesses face, such as limited access to capital, networks, and market opportunities, as well as help our cohort of companies deliver Differentiated value to target customers in a Defensible way.

Lean Manufacturing & Operations

Leveraging 30+ years of lean manufacturing and operations know how at large scale public and private companies, namely Danaher Corporation, Stellantis, ZF, TRW, Dana and Bombardier, bridging gaps for minority business growth through national department of commerce initiatives.

Commercial Market
Commercial Go-To-Market

There is no one size fits all, understanding customer buying dynamics and by leveraging the tools and frameworks like Commercial Growth Equation, Holistic View of Commercial, the Commercial Playbook and Action Plan we help our cohort of companies be better equipped to architect their Core Growth.

Fundraising
Fundraising

Developflexible funding models to accommodate the unique needs of diverse founders whomay not fit traditional investment criteria through utilizing a mix ofinvestment structures, including equity, debt, and hybrid instruments, to meetthe diverse needs of minority-owned businesses

Networking
Networking

Develop mentorship programs that connect diverse founders with experienced mentors who can provide guidance, resources, and networking opportunities, along with encourage co-investment with other DEI-focused funds and impact investors to increase the capital available for minority-ownedbusinesses.

Our vision

Empowering Minority-Owned Businesses Through Strategic Investments

To create a thriving economy where minority-owned businesses have equal opportunities to succeed and drive innovation, fostering a diverse and prosperous business landscape.

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Our Mission

To empower and support minority-owned businesses by strategically investing capital, providing resources, and facilitating opportunities that promote economic equity and inclusion. We aim to bridge the funding gap, champion diversity, and contribute to the sustainable growth of underserved communities.