Monica Black
About Monica Black
Monica Black is a Partner at Resolute Ventures, where she focuses on supporting early-stage companies. With a background in private equity and venture capital, she has contributed to the growth of various startups and has held significant roles at notable firms such as the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
Work at Resolute Ventures
Monica Black has been serving as a Partner at Resolute Ventures since 2023. In this role, she focuses on building a peer network of founders who are motivated by entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to impactful projects. Her involvement includes leading pre-seed and seed stage financings, contributing to the growth of various companies such as AppZen, Bark, Beyond, Color Genomics, Greenhouse, Hello Heart, Opendoor, and Whoop.
Education and Expertise
Monica Black earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Stanford University, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, which she completed from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both business and education.
Background
Monica Black has a diverse professional background in finance and venture capital. She began her career as an Analyst in Mergers & Acquisitions at JP Morgan from 2008 to 2010. She then worked as a Private Equity Associate at New Mountain Capital and Providence Equity Partners. Following her time in private equity, she held roles at Clever Inc. and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, where she was involved in investing and leadership.
Achievements
Monica Black has held significant roles in various organizations, including serving as a Principal at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative and as a scout for Lightspeed Venture Partners. She founded Function, an investor syndicate in Miami, and led the investment team at Fractal Software, which launched 150 vertical SaaS startups. Her contributions have been instrumental in the growth of multiple startups and investment initiatives.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional endeavors, Monica Black enjoys spending time with her wife and two toddlers. She is an avid sports fan, with a particular interest in baseball, golf, and tennis. Additionally, she is a reader of biographies, reflecting her interest in learning from the experiences of others.