Shayna Harris, Managing Partner, Supply Change Capital
💸 Shayna Harris, Managing Partner, Supply Change Capital
Harris is investing in global change from Chicago, raising a $40M debut venture capital fund which is a high-profile draw for strategics 301 INC and Bank of America. What’s drawing them in? Harris and partner Noramay Cadena’s deep knowledge of supply chain and sourcing, and the ways that changes in those disciplines, along with technology and culture, can lessen food system impact. Though the firm considers all founders; to date 80% of their portfolio are led by women and founders of color – and makes great bets: investments include Partake, Agua Bonita, Aqua Cultured Foods, and Ayo, as well as a variety of tech partners as well. As for reach, Harris is both a writer and a regular on the talk circuit – building a reputation as a leading voice of the next generation of responsible investing.