Genius Guild: A venture studio investing in Black entrepreneurs to drive market innovations and end racism.
Location
Decatur, GA, US
Founded
2020
Genius Guild is a business creation platform and venture studio that focuses on investing in Black entrepreneurs who are building scalable businesses aimed at serving Black communities and beyond. The firm typically engages in pre-seed, seed, and Series A funding rounds, supporting high-growth companies that use innovation to foster healthy communities and environments. Genius Guild's investment approach addresses systemic issues within capitalism that have historically marginalized Black communities, aiming to create comprehensive value for communities, investors, and entrepreneurs.
Notable portfolio companies include Juno, which has raised $12 million, Labz with $200,000 raised, and Stimulus with $2.5 million raised. Genius Guild offers unique value-add services through its Community@GG network, which comprises Black women entrepreneurs scaling exceptional businesses. The firm also provides access to its Genius Guild Advisory Network and VCs-in-Residence, along with webinars led by successful founders and industry leaders. This holistic support system enhances the growth and impact of its portfolio companies.
Genius Guild - Portfolio Snapshot
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