First Close Partners
Company: First Close Partners
Description: First Close Partners is committed to supporting venture funds that are owned by underrepresented managers (URMs), focusing particularly on assisting these funds in achieving their first close. The firm invests in venture capital firms that are led by URMs, which include individuals from communities historically underrepresented in the industry. This encompasses people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA community, Indigenous individuals, persons with disabilities, and others from groups that have faced historical challenges and barriers in the venture capital landscape. By prioritizing the backing of these diverse managers, First Close Partners aims to foster inclusivity and equity within the venture capital sector, ultimately contributing to a richer variety of perspectives and innovations in investment opportunities.
Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity
Founded: 2020
Location: New York, NY
Address: New York, NY, US
Size: 2-10 employees
Direct Contacts
Name: Carolina Mendoza
Title: General Partner & Investment Committee Member
Email: Direct Email
Company: First Close Partners
Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity
Location: San Francisco, California