THE WOCSTAR FUND FAMILY IS GROWING IN AMAZING WAYS
By: The Wocstar Fund
Tags: Impact Investing, Venture Capital, Diversity In Tech, Diversity And Inclusion

The WOCstar Fund was built with a few fundamental beliefs. First, women and diverse/inclusive companies are reimagining our future and leveraging new technologies to improve how we will consume, work, play, dwell and stay healthy. Second, women and diverse-led companies are a smart investment. And lastly, the WOCstar team can change the trajectory for investors and entrepreneurs by doing what we do best — WOCstars who invest in WOCstars!

We’re thrilled to welcome a great mix of experienced investors and entrepreneurs to be WOCstar Venture Scouts. Their amazing networks of deals and founders expands our reach and deal flow.

Other funds may have a talent pipeline problem.¹ But not us. We are surrounded by amazing, diverse, inclusive WOCstars and allies. Meet just a few:

Sherrell Dorsey: Sherrell Dorsey is the founder and CEO of The Plug — a digital news and insights platform covering the Black innovation economy. Her work has been featured in VICE, The Washington Post, Seattle Times, The Information, and more. In 2018, she was named an inspiring woman in tech by CNet. Prior to launching The Plug, Dorsey served as a marketing manager for companies like Uber and Google Fiber. She holds a Master’s degree in data journalism from Columbia University.

“I’m thrilled to join the scout program and to belong to a deep network of committed scouts helping to progress the state of venture capital in favor of those who are the most uniquely underserved.” — Sherrell Dorsey

Pratik Gauri: Pratik Gauri is a serial Indian social entrepreneur, active investor, public speaker and writer creating the 5th Industrial Revolution. He serves as the India President of 5th Element Group, Chairman of India Needs You, and sits on the board of 6 startups. He previously also served in various executive positions with the TATA group. Pratik was named Creative Entrepreneur of the year 2020 by Entrepreneur India magazine for creating the 5th Industrial Revolution. He is a Greenbiz Global 30 Under 30, British Petroleum Scholar, WEF Global Shaper, Ambassador at One Young World, Al Gore’s Climate Leader, Fellow at Startup Leadership Program, and Changemaker at Global Action on Poverty. His work has been covered by World Economic Forum, Real Leaders magazine, NASDAQ, The Climate Reality Project, Business Today, Times of India, among others. He holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade and a Certificate in Strategic Management from the University of Chicago.

“I am excited to join Gayle, Pialy, and the incredible WOCstar family to help diversify WOCstar’s portfolio of companies and help women-led purpose companies become unicorns.” — Pratik Gauri

Joshua Stephens: Joshua Stephens brings with him a vast knowledge of the healthcare technology space as well as experience launching innovative initiatives within the largest city government in the US. Joshua leads strategic initiatives for Ready, an early-stage on-demand healthcare startup. Prior to this, Joshua spent 3 years at the New York City Economic Development Corporation focusing on building and supporting the healthcare and life sciences ecosystems. He also expanded the broader innovation economy in New York City through entrepreneurial programs as well as building debt and equity funds to support startups. Josh received his BA from Clemson University.

“It is an honor to join superstars such as Sherrell, Pratik, Becky, Pialy, and Gayle in our efforts to advance the vision of the WOCstar Fund.” — Joshua Stephens

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