

Addressing Systemic Inequity by Reducing Racial and Gender Bias in Investing
17 snips Nov 26, 2024
Pat Conlin, President of Wayback Burgers, shares insights from the fast-casual dining industry. He discusses the staggering statistics on America's burger consumption and the challenges of rising costs. Conlin highlights the importance of customer experience in a competitive market and shares strategies for successful franchise operations. The conversation touches on logistics, site selection, and the growing demand for plant-based options, like the Impossible Burger, reflecting changing consumer preferences.
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Overlooked Funds
- High-performing Black-led funds are often overlooked and underestimated.
- This can lead to missed opportunities for portfolio growth.
New Fund Focus
- Illumen Capital's new fund focuses on direct investments and supporting first-time fund managers.
- Their goal is to provide exposure to extraordinary entrepreneurs and fund managers who are often overlooked.
Latinx Venture Capital
- The Latinx community presents significant growth opportunities in venture capital.
- Their buying power is expected to contribute substantially to U.S. GDP in the coming years.