The Constellation is a community united by a vision of an Inclusive Economy.

We connect leaders to each other in order to amplify and extend the impact of their work. This innovative network is made up of founders, operators, creatives, partners, and investors.

Each community within our Constellation is supported by Bright Ventures’ coaches, facilitators, experts, and partners, delivering value-add resources, events, learning, and networking opportunities.

Together, we share knowledge and practices for well-being, creativity, and inclusion; all critical to the capacity for innovation.

7%

Of venture capital dollars are controlled by women and minorities.

<5%

Of venture capital went to underrepresented founders in 2020.

50%

Founder are 50% more likely to suffer from mental health conditions.

2x

Founder are 2x more likely to suffer from depression. 

For Founders, Operators, & Creatives

Gain access to the support of your peers, Bright Ventures’ bench of coaches and experts, and the tools and resources you’ll need to accelerate your journey and foster your well-being, plus a calendar of events that drive shared insight and discussion relevant to you and your organization.

For Investors

Connect with a community of investors and asset allocators who are committed to capital allocation processes and outcomes that build a more inclusive economy. Gain access to the Bright Ventures deal team, training, and programs focused on investing with an equity and inclusivity lens, plus events aimed at honing your investment approach, portfolio, and network.

Community Programs

  • Join other investors in reviewing hypothetical, future, and active deals. Identify co-investors and learn more about an Inclusive Diligence process. You’ll also be invited to submit deals for review.

  • Founders are invited to attend wellbeing sessions, led by licensed clinicians and expert practitioners.

  • For Family Office leaders, join a peer group of individuals on a path to align their capital with their highest values and constructively transform their relationships with money.

  • A calendar of in-person events hosted by Bright Ventures and other community members.

  • Participate in the workshopping phase of an innovative new idea. Provide insights from your investment perspective. Allocate funds to the ideas you see value in.

  • Hear from active investors on their market insights, key trends, and what they look for in an investment opportunity.

  • Hear from a panel of industry-leading founders and operators on their view of the market landscape and innovations within their specific industry.

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Community Collectives (Invitation Only)

The Asteri Collective is an intimate community for women leaders in asset allocation and family offices.

BREATHE is an event series designed for our Black community to intentionally support each other and ourselves in our healing.

Partnerships Program

Become a Bright Ventures Partner to advance our shared vision of an inclusive and equitable economy.

We pair the influence and reach of our partners with Bright Ventures’ expertise in leadership and inclusion for maximum impact across our community.