Diane Yoo
About Diane Yoo
Experienced fund manager specializing in institutions and venture funds. Results-driven entrepreneur adept at launching and scaling companies with strong operations management expertise. Founding General Partner of a leading medical healthcare technology venture capital fund strategically located in the heart of the largest medical center and in partnership with Texas Medical Center Innovation. Accredited Investor with a proven track record of sector expertise, value creation, and deal execution. Passionate investor in women-focused funds, with capital deployed to over 30+ businesses, including top-tier Silicon Valley tech companies. Key Investment Partner in the pioneering fund exclusively dedicated to women's health. Committed to building a lasting legacy and fostering wealth creation for diversity and women entrepreneurs. Sought-after speaker at numerous events, driving thought leadership and empowering others. Demonstrated leadership in investment committees, overseeing approved transactions, due diligence, and structuring. Founder of two national pitch competitions, establishing an extensive network spanning 10+ cities and cultivating a strategic global investment pipeline. Trusted Partner and Mentor to a Global Venture Accelerator and the visionary Founder of a Global Women and Diversity Accelerator. Recognized industry thought leader and prominent venture capitalist woman of color. Featured in 75+ publications, including Crunchbase, New York Times Weekly, CEO Weekly, Bloomberg, Houston Business Journal, Greater Houston Magazine, and more. As a venture capitalist, I am committed to creating value through educational and mentorship to businesses from an investment perspective. I serve as mentor to nationally ranked accelerators, incubators in the entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem including Capital Factory, MassChallenge, DivInc, Gener8tor, and Brandery. As a speaker for venture, investment, and entrepreneurship events, I also work with Business Angel Minority Association’s Angel Investor 101 and Investor series. Official proclamation from Houston City Council establishing "Diane Yoo Day", for diversity leadership and promoting City of Houston internationally. Forbes Business Council. Center for Houston's Future Alumni. MBA graduate from Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University.