I jumped out of a hedge fund and dove headfirst into business with my sister. What started as a humble MySpace page for her art pioneered a whole new way for pop culture artists to make a living.

In other words, I saw an opportunity. Through the economic model of licensing and merchandise, artists and creatives could build a viable business where they are compensated for their IP via distributed networks.

This experience changed everything. It catalyzed my entrepreneurial journey and proved my instinct for the branding and positioning of radically innovative creators, founders, and brands. I honed my experience experimenting with emerging and inclusive economic models and leveraging powerful new technologies and digital platforms.

What used to be business heresy would soon become the vanguard of economic innovation.

In these years, the realization emerged that while there were still stalwart hierarchical models of concentrated wealth and power, there was a new form of economic success available to artists, innovators, creators, and a more diverse world of founders and entrepreneurs that had never been widely available before.

I could see a path forward for more people to access and achieve financial success on their own terms by embracing the technological shifts brought about by generational changes in preferences, behaviors, and expectations. 

That path eventually led me into the fintech space, specifically real estate crowdfunding, where I was one of three women in executive or founder roles – a trailblazing moment for me and that industry.

I led the first-ever crowdfunded Series A by a crowdfunding company. I became known for my ability to create demand and generate interest using (now commonplace) digital tools and methodologies to raise tens of millions of dollars from accredited investors (and help them gain access to some of the best-known and previously unavailable investment opportunities).

I care about inclusivity in the places where wealth is built. I am passionate about using money to create powerful change.

Thus, my interests inevitably led to capital formation, entrepreneurship, angel investing, and championing women-led venture funds that back female and minority entrepreneurs and social/impact businesses.

My passion for embracing change, empowerment, and inclusivity has led me to jump into life-changing opportunities and meet people who inspire me every day to continue on this journey, whether I show up as a leader, founder, strategic advisor, board member, or fund manager.

Money has always driven the future.
And I believe we can do it better.