VISION
We’re Here to Revolutionize the World of Finance
HELLO
Welcome to Diversity is POWER,—where inclusive leadership meets bold impact-driven investments!
Enabling Inclusive Capital Allocation
Diversity is POWER, a registered not-for-profit, we strive to transform the investment landscape by promoting diverse leadership in capital flows with public and private equity partners.
We invite established investors and emerging fund managers to join us in fostering sustainable growth and inclusivity in finance.
Get in touch anytime: frontdesk@diversityispower.org
OUR THESIS
Empowering Community-Driven Investors
Improved Access to Growth Capital
15 %
yearly allocation
10 firms
committed yearly
Private equity and venture capital firms actively embracing inclusive decision-making can see a compounding performance advantage, with market segments expected to grow 10%-15% faster when inclusive leadership is present. Additionally, data suggests that if diversity trends continue upward, global private markets could contribute up to an additional $4 trillion to global economic output by 2030, driven by enhanced productivity, broader market access, and innovation-driven revenue expansion.
Broad-Based Opportunity Funds
40 %
increase in growth
10
top-tier universities
Increasing representation among fund managers is key to unlocking new growth opportunities and driving innovation across finance. Studies consistently show that diverse leadership enhances deal sourcing and improves investment outcomes. Through our partnerships with top universities, financial training programs, and industry leaders, we provide aspiring fund managers with tailored mentorship, hands-on experience, and strategic leadership pathways to excel in the financial sector.
Targets for Impact-Driven Capital Allocation
80 %
implement social impact targets
15 %
Year-over-year improvement
Driving initiatives like minority entrepreneurship and local job growth, our strategy ensures capital flows target impactful, scalable projects. Strategic partnerships with LPs and corporates will align investment efforts with measurable, inclusive outcomes. By integrating philanthropic giving and private capital, we redefine traditional investment models to bridge financial returns and sustainable growth.
WHY YOU SHOULD WORK WITH US
A different approach, without pure profit leading the charge
Diversity is POWER is a registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to reshaping investment management across private equity (PE), venture capital (VC), and funds of funds (FoFs). Our mission is to foster inclusive capital allocation by empowering emerging and minority fund managers, ensuring investment decisions reflect diverse leadership. Through strategic partnerships, we support investments that prioritize long-term economic resilience, community growth, and innovation-driven outcomes.
OUR MISSION
Enable us to impact
$1B
Market Capital Allocation
$500M
Targeted Co-Investment Pool
≥ 20%
IRR targeted
10K
New Jobs in 5yrs
Enabling Ecosystem Champions!
What they’re doing
Diversity is POWER is launching the Global Talent Catalyst Fund to create 10,000 remote and hybrid jobs globally—with a special focus on diaspora communities, women, and underrepresented talent pools across the Global South and global cities. We believe talent is the new currency of sustainable development.
Led by our Chairwoman, whose legacy spans finance, tech, and public sector transformation, this fund bridges diaspora capital, institutional impact capital, and strategic philanthropists. Together, we’ll scale trusted, talent-led infrastructure—placing purpose-aligned professionals into companies shaping the future.
Diversity is POWER is proud to spotlight VamosVentures, a Latinx-led VC firm nearing its $100M Fund II target. At our recent NYC “Path to Partner” event, Partner Ashley Ryder shared how Vamos is redefining who gets funded—and who gets to fund. With 86% of their Fund I companies Latinx-led and 39% female-led, their track record speaks volumes. Their MBA Summer Associate Program is also shaping the next generation of diverse investors. VamosVentures proves that intentional investing drives both impact and returns.
Diversity is POWER is proud to spotlight John Gannon, founder of the VC Jobs Newsletter and GoingVC, a platform breaking barriers into venture capital. With thousands of subscribers and a thriving community, Gannon has become a trusted entry point for aspiring investors. His work is expanding access to VC careers—one job post, resource, and network at a time. GoingVC trains and connects emerging talent, helping shift the industry toward inclusion.