Venture Capital is getting a serious glow-up — and Ben Stokes is at the center of it. As the founding partner of Chasing Rainbows, Ben’s flipping the old-school investment playbook, betting big on underrepresented founders and showing the world that inclusivity is smart business. In this episode, we sit down with the ultimate VC rebel to talk about smashing glass ceilings, building real relationships with founders, and why the future of venture capital looks a whole lot more colorful. Ben shares how he went from White House roundtables to Fast Company's Top Impact Funds of 2024, all while challenging the tired patterns that have kept too many brilliant ideas locked out. Get ready for a raw, inspiring convo about rethinking risk, funding LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs, and turning the VC world on its head — one check at a time. If you’re ready for a fresh take on what investing should look like, you’re gonna love this one.
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