Mariam Naficy
San Francisco, California, United States
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Welcome, Dreamers
Welcome, Dreamers
It’s 5am in San Francisco and dark outside. I’m experiencing the same feelings that I’ve had on two previous occasions…
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Exciting news: I’ve joined Overstory as Chief Operating Officer, leading marketing, sales, CS, and GTM operations. After almost a year-long power…
Exciting news: I’ve joined Overstory as Chief Operating Officer, leading marketing, sales, CS, and GTM operations. After almost a year-long power…
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Story, taste and trust: the key differentiators in consumer AI. Today, we unveil our long-planned expansion, adding home decor to jewelry in our…
Story, taste and trust: the key differentiators in consumer AI. Today, we unveil our long-planned expansion, adding home decor to jewelry in our…
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In a world of AI abundance (and let's be honest...slop), there has been an urgent return to taste. People are rediscovering taste as the antidote to…
In a world of AI abundance (and let's be honest...slop), there has been an urgent return to taste. People are rediscovering taste as the antidote to…
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Volunteer Experience
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Chairman of the Board
Every Mother Counts
- Present 12 years 6 months
Health
Partnered closely with Founder and member of the Board since inception of the organization, which works to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for everyone, everywhere.
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Board of Trustees
Williams College
- 4 years 9 months
Education
Serve on Student Experience, College Relations, Technology and Sustainability committees.
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Advisory Council Member
Stanford University Graduate School of Business
- 5 years 10 months
Education
Shape the school’s curriculum and provide counsel to the deans on strategic, operational, and financial directions for the school. Provide external perspective and review as well as advocacy and support for the school’s programs, strategic direction, and overall objectives.
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Wack-a-doodle 🤪. One of my favorite things about #CircularLiving. Typically this unusual-looking sweet potato would be tossed—contributing to the…
Wack-a-doodle 🤪. One of my favorite things about #CircularLiving. Typically this unusual-looking sweet potato would be tossed—contributing to the…
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Sierra just hit $100M in ARR, just seven quarters since we launched in February 2024. Clay Bavor and I are very grateful to our customers and proud…
Sierra just hit $100M in ARR, just seven quarters since we launched in February 2024. Clay Bavor and I are very grateful to our customers and proud…
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Proud to be recognised in this way by Accel, we'll keep building even better models and tools that empower creativity.
Proud to be recognised in this way by Accel, we'll keep building even better models and tools that empower creativity.
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Great to connect with colleagues old and new at Australian Institute of Company Directors NSW lunch, and to hear insights from keynote with Qantas…
Great to connect with colleagues old and new at Australian Institute of Company Directors NSW lunch, and to hear insights from keynote with Qantas…
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Story, taste and trust: the key differentiators in consumer AI. Today, we unveil our long-planned expansion, adding home decor to jewelry in our…
Story, taste and trust: the key differentiators in consumer AI. Today, we unveil our long-planned expansion, adding home decor to jewelry in our…
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For 15 years, we have been putting a face on the global maternal health crisis - turning statistics into stories, and awareness into action. One of…
For 15 years, we have been putting a face on the global maternal health crisis - turning statistics into stories, and awareness into action. One of…
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Congrats to Lauren on her first major launch as Life360 CEO. Sold out on first day!
Congrats to Lauren on her first major launch as Life360 CEO. Sold out on first day!
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October was a busy month on campus, from Centennial Day at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business to Reunion Homecoming. It was a joy to…
October was a busy month on campus, from Centennial Day at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business to Reunion Homecoming. It was a joy to…
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Trump should release all of the Epstein files: every person and every document in the files. I want this complete release because it will bring…
Trump should release all of the Epstein files: every person and every document in the files. I want this complete release because it will bring…
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On Sunday, #TeamEMC showed us what endurance looks like. Our team of 100 runners crossed the finish line of the TCS New York City Marathon, powered…
On Sunday, #TeamEMC showed us what endurance looks like. Our team of 100 runners crossed the finish line of the TCS New York City Marathon, powered…
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Last week, Texas Venture Group had the incredible opportunity to partner with Andreessen Horowitz to host an inspiring panel on ⚡ American Dynamism:…
Last week, Texas Venture Group had the incredible opportunity to partner with Andreessen Horowitz to host an inspiring panel on ⚡ American Dynamism:…
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HARPETH VENTURES ANNOUNCES INVESTMENT IN VENTEUR Harpeth Ventures Opportunity Fund (“Harpeth Ventures”) is pleased to announce its participation in Venteur’s recent $20 million Series A funding round. The round was led by Informed Ventures and American Family Ventures, with participation from Morgan Health, Ingeborg Investments, Catalyst by Wellstar, Plug and Play, Revelry Venture Partners, Houghton Street Ventures, and Techstars. San Francisco-based Venteur is the leading healthcare benefits technology company transforming how employers offer and manage health insurance through Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs). Venteur’s platform empowers employers to offer flexible, personalized health benefits by enabling employees to select individual plans that fit their unique needs. Through a combination of technology and concierge support, Venteur helps individuals navigate their healthcare options while driving improved outcomes and greater cost efficiency for employers. More information is available at Venteur.com. “We greatly appreciate Harpeth Ventures’ involvement from both a capital and relationship perspective,” said Stacy Edgar, Co-Founder and CEO of Venteur. “The Harpeth team has already been instrumental in several business development opportunities.” Added Chuck Byrge of Harpeth Ventures, “With our relationship-driven approach, we were fortunate to meet Stacy in early 2024 and have followed their growth closely. We couldn’t be more excited about their future and the tailwinds driving ICHRA adoption.”
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Aubrie Pagano
Welcome to what I call The Aquarius Economy. The next decade will usher in a new era where human creativity, authenticity, and community collide with cutting-edge technology. We’re entering the Aquarius Economy, a time when artistry, emotion, and connection are as critical to commerce as algorithms and AI. In 2025, the world of commerce is on the brink of seismic change. I spoke with other venture capitalists to look ahead, and the signals are clear: 1️⃣ The Creator Economy Goes Big: Expected to surpass $500B, human creativity—supercharged by digital tools—is becoming the cornerstone of global commerce. Creativity isn’t just a passion anymore—it’s big business. 2️⃣ AI Redefines Shopping: From personalized shopping assistants to AI-driven “wow” retail experiences, brands are reimagining the digital aisle and transforming customer interactions. 3️⃣ Retail Isn’t Dead—It’s Transforming: Physical spaces aren’t dead; they’re evolving. The most successful brands will double down on delivering emotional connections and unique in-store experiences. 4️⃣ Authenticity is the New Currency: Consumers are craving trust and community in a world overloaded with choice. Expect a revival of bespoke pop-ups, vibrant high streets, and cross-brand collaborations. 5️⃣ Deglobalization Drives Local Innovation: With geopolitical shifts, brands are rethinking supply chains and investing in local manufacturing and last-mile delivery to meet evolving customer demands. In the Aquarius Economy, the businesses that thrive won’t just leverage technology—they’ll channel it to amplify human creativity and meaningful experiences. 2025 is a call to action for leaders to merge the human and the digital, crafting a future where innovation uplifts authenticity. It’s a pivotal moment—are we ready? Full article: https://lnkd.in/eCSCMKTZ Thanks to those who submitted and participated! Jeff Truong, Jennifer Fleiss, Matthew Nichols, Sasha Kaletsky, Amanda Herson, Amy Wu, Alpaca VC #2025predictions #VC
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