NAACP Capital's Jay Lundy: Advancing Social Justice Through Strategic Investments

In this interview, Jay Lundy the Managing Director of NAACP Capital, shared his vision for a new venture fund dedicated to driving positive social change through investment.

NAACP Capital aims to invest in both fund managers and companies that are addressing critical issues such as economic access, healthcare, climate change, and social justice.

Lundy emphasized the fund's commitment to diversity and inclusion, aiming to empower underrepresented founders and fund managers.

By leveraging the NAACP's extensive network and resources, NAACP Capital seeks to provide support and opportunities to those who have historically been marginalized in the venture capital industry.

Key Takeaways:

• Focus Areas: Economic access, FinTech, healthcare, climate change, and culture.

• Investment Strategy: Investing in both fund managers and companies directly.

• Unique Perspective: Lundy's diverse background in education, consulting, entrepreneurship, and impact investing brings a unique perspective to the fund.

• Leveraging the NAACP Platform: The fund will utilize the NAACP's network and resources to provide support and opportunities to its portfolio companies.

• Impact-Driven Approach: NAACP Capital prioritizes both financial returns and social impact.

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