Bloomberg Businessweek ICYMI: The New Face of VC
Jul 3, 2025
Jewel Burks Solomon, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Collab Capital, is a trailblazer in venture capital, having previously led Google for Startups US. In this discussion, she shares her insights on the transforming landscape of venture capital, highlighting her firm’s recent success in raising $75 million. Jewel emphasizes the importance of fostering strong partnerships and an inclusive vision for economic growth. She also touches on promising companies in her portfolio and navigates the complexities of investment timelines and strategic exits.
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Fundraising Journey
- Jewel Burks Solomon shared their challenging but successful journey to raise $75 million for their second fund.
- The fundraising success came from strong relationships and a compelling vision for investment in inclusive innovation.
Fundraise Through Relationships
- Spend significant time building relationships with investors when fundraising.
- Communicate a strong, distinct vision to excite potential limited partners.
Promising Portfolio Companies
- Jewel highlighted portfolio companies like Reverie in media and IntusCare in elder healthcare.
- These companies are generating over $10 million in recurring revenue, signaling strong early success.