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Guava

3 known investors

Guava curates networks, relationships, and opportunities for Black founders to connect with peers, advisors, and capital partners. The platform operates as an exclusive community focused on providing access to resources and connections that support business growth.

B2B MarketplacesFuture of WorkSaaSSocial

Founders & leadership

KI
Kelly IfillinFounder

Investors · 3

Backstage CapitalLos Angeles · $50K
Purple Sage VenturesNew Yorkvia Elizabeth Leahy · inferred
Precursor VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $4M

In the news

Guava Cultivation profitability tactics with 5 ways and 2 yearsbusinessplan-templates.com · Feb 2026An app to help Black business owners close the opportunity gap | Mastercard Newsroommastercard.com · Nov 2024Guava secures $650k to advance racial wealth equity missionfintech.global · Feb 2023Black-Owned Banking And Community Hub Guava Raises $2.4Mpeopleofcolorintech.com · Jul 2022Guava bags $2.4m from funding roundfintech.global · Jul 2022Fintech Guava raises $2.4M to provide banking services to Black small-business owners | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Jul 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Guava do?
Guava curates networks, relationships, and opportunities for Black founders to connect with peers, advisors, and capital partners. The platform operates as an exclusive community focused on providing access to resources and connections that support business growth.
Who founded Guava?
Guava was founded by Kelly Ifill.
Who are Guava's investors?
Guava's investors include Backstage Capital, Purple Sage Ventures, Precursor Ventures.