Guava
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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.
Founders & leadership
Investors · 5
How we know: Backstage Capital's portfolio page · funding news · techcrunch.com · the VCSheet dataset · Not right? Tell us
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Also in the syndicate · 2
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$2.4M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2022
- $2.4Mpre-seed roundJul 2022 · 2 sources
Heron Rock (lead), Backstage Capital, Precursor Ventures, Ruthless for Good Fund
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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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.
- How much funding has Guava raised?
- Guava has disclosed $2.4M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.


