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ACTIVE
Global HQ
Indianapolis, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Series A
  • Series B
Industries
  • Educational Tech
  • AI
  • Fintech
  • Data Science
About
Lumina Foundation is a private foundation in Indianapolis dedicated to expanding access to postsecondary education and workforce training, aiming to increase the share of Americans with quality credentials to 60% by 2025.
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Investment Thesis

Lumina Impact Ventures aims to advance racial equity and make opportunities for learning beyond high school available to all through impact investing strategies.
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With a robust background in investment management, the fund manager has successfully executed over 60 deals across technology and education sectors, spanning various regions including the Midwest and Southeast. Emphasizing a data-driven approach, they have cultivated a diverse portfolio with notable exits that showcase their strategic foresight. Their investment style prioritizes operator-first strategies, focusing on early to growth-stage companies poised for impactful innovation. The manager's expertise in thematic investing ensures a keen alignment with emerging market trends.

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Team

Zainab Okolo

Wendy Lopez

Wendy Sedlak

Wayne Taliaferro

Tracy Chen

Timothy Robinson

Terri Taylor

Terri Steward

Teresa Detrich

Susan Johnson

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