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The 22 is an early growth venture capital and advisory firm focused on increasing the export capacity of U.S. manufacturing companies, positioning these companies to accelerate growth and scale via international sales. Our mission is to create the clean, quality jobs of the future in underserved communities and build generational wealth for women and BIPOC.The 22 targets small and medium sized companies with attractive financial performance and potential for new or increased international revenues. The 22’s investment strategy mitigates risk while realizing above market returns -- both monetary and social -- by diversifying markets, targeting women and BIPOC-owned companies and creating jobs.

San Mateo, Ca, Us

Backing innovations that reduce our daily environmental impact on our planet, including how we create, use and store energy, the way we construct our buildings, how we create, use and re-use consumer goods, mobility and transportation around the globe, as well as commercial and consumer finance tools that incorporate ESG criteria.

Our mission is to educate women globally at every socioeconomic level and age on WHY and HOW to invest in women owned businesses and/or with a “gender lens”. We do not replicate current initiatives and we do not provide investment advice or direct investments to individual companies. We do curate all the best options and make it easy for women to decide what’s right for them, based on their risk tolerance, level of participation, economic reality, investment amount, etc. Whether it’s $25, $25K or $25M, we believe there are ways to harness women’s investing power and align their investments with personal values, generate wealth…AND change the world!

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Consultant charged with crafting capital strategy to attract funding for affordable housing in the City of Los Angeles. Responsible for:- Identifying and meeting with potential investors- Structuring investment vehicles- Identifying strategies to increase the funding level and effectiveness of existing financial products

Raising funds for an early stage venture capital targeting entrepreneurs in the Emerging Domestic Market - women and minorities - in technology. Led road show to raise over $30 million in investment capital. Developed investment strategy, financial models and operating budget. Co-wrote Private Placement Memorandum.

Stealth music industry internet start-up.Responsible for guiding company strategy from concept to prototype to launch. Created business plan, fundraising presentation and financial models. Developing strategic partnerships, fundraising, marketing and sales strategies.

Economic development non-profit.Directed/contributed to national/local strategies and campaigns to change economic development/environmental policies in urban cities. Analyzed economic development plans in the City of Los Angeles and other municipalities, conducted corporate research (business strategies and models) and analyzed real estate pro-formas . National spokesperson advocating for community benefits, contributing to the creation of 17 additional organizations based on the LAANE model. Staffed redevelopment agency Commissioner. - Co-led a campaign against a ballot measure reversing voters support from 62% in favor to 61% against. - Drove 200% increase in project funding - Advocated to Mayoral staff/City Council members supporting policies that saved >70,000 high paying jobs. - Developed media strategies and story ideas that led to >5000 articles published around the world. - Guest speaker at over 30 conferences, panels and graduate school classes.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Identified and recommended new investment opportunities. Structured and negotiated investment transactions and closing documents. Contributed to M&A activities and involved in internal audits and capitalization table maintenance of portfolio companies. Worked with CEOs and portfolio company management to develop marketing and business strategies. Recruited executive officers. Liaison to Draper Fisher Jurvetson Affiliate Network. Researched and analyzed various markets, technologies and economic development policies. Industry focus: wireless infrastructure, software, internet, enterprise software/SaaS, digital media, services. - First investment decision, DivX Inc, had a $435M market capitalization at IPO (NASDAQ: DIVX). - Board advisor for five portfolio companies. - Participated in fundraising for $200M Zone Community Development Fund (Zone III). - Spoke at technology and investment conferences and participated on roundtables/panels.

Strategic planning, business development and marketing consulting firm.Developed client strategies for revenue generation, product licensing, distribution agreements, strategic alliances and new market development. Planned and managed marketing and PR campaigns/events. Advised company executives on fundraising and M&A activities. Reviewed, contributed to and evaluated business plans. Researched and analyzed market statistics for fundraising documents. Conducted internal audits to determine investment necessary to bring companies to profitability. Advised current investors and potential acquirers on restructuring strategies.- Clients included:WOXY.com - Internet radio station (acquired by Lala Media).National Monetary Fund - $200 million national venture capital fund focusing on the domestic emerging market. Zone Communications – Publishing company focusing on entrepreneurial growth in regional technology areas.

Los Angeles, California, Us

Managed staff and major projects for Bureau of Engineering’s IT support division. Researched and developed, planned, installed, supported and configured citywide software/hardware systems and internet/intranet network communications.Projects included: CADD Support Unit, Engineering Document Management System RFP and GIS development.- Managed cross divisional committee and process for a multi-million dollar document management system Request for Proposal.- Developed and managed Geographic Information System

Aerospace company contracted to support west coast Space Shuttle operations. Responsible for system planning, data analysis and flight monitoring in support of Space Shuttle missions. Briefed NASA management and Air Force personnel on mission status.

Mba, Venture Capital, International Business, Corporate Social Responsibility/Social Impact

Mba, Venture Capital, International Business, Corporate Social Responsibility/Social Impact

Bs, Mathematical Science - Aeronautics Emphasis