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Jackson B.
CEO @ LGBT+ VC | Forbes 30 under 30: Venture Capital
New York City Metropolitan Area
Overview
Jackson B. is the CEO of LGBT+ VC and a Forbes 30 under 30 in Venture Capital. He has a diverse background in business development, community outreach, and finance, with notable roles as a Special Advisor to the Refugee Entrepreneurship Program and as an Adjunct Professor in Venture Capital.
Jackson's career highlights include co-founding LGBT+ VC and being recognized as a Forbes 30 under 30 in Venture Capital, showcasing his leadership in the industry and commitment to supporting underrepresented communities.
Work Experience
Chief Executive Officer and co-founder
2022 - Current
LGBT+ VC is dedicated to advancing the LGBTQ prosperity through venture capital.
Adjunct Professor, Venture Capital in Business & Economics
2024
Special Advisor to the Refugee Entrepreneurship Program with Schmidt Futures
2023
Antler is providing refugees access to an immersive startup residency program in New York City, partnering with Schmidt Futures and the Yalda Hakim Foundation’s Afghan Future Fund.
Investment Team
2022 - 2023
Senior Consultant
2021 - 2023
Director, Impact & Analytics
2018 - 2022
Business Development
2015 - 2018
Global Marketing & Tourism Intern
2016 - 2016