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Maria Velissaris

Investor

Managing Partner at SteelSky Ventures

New York, New York

Writes $100K – $5M checks · typically $1M

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About

Maria Velissaris is a Black female GP who built one of the largest women's-health VC funds to uplift women-owned businesses and close maternal and access gaps for women of color.

Invests in

AI & Machine LearningConsumerHealthtechImpact & Social GoodMedical Devices

Investments

Investor

Mae HealthMotivomyLaurelRuby Love

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Maria Velissaris?
Maria Velissaris is a Black female GP who built one of the largest women's-health VC funds to uplift women-owned businesses and close maternal and access gaps for women of color.
Where does Maria Velissaris work?
Maria Velissaris is Managing Partner at SteelSky Ventures.
What does Maria Velissaris invest in?
Maria Velissaris invests in AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Medical Devices.
What check size does Maria Velissaris write?
Maria Velissaris typically writes checks of $100K – $5M.
What companies has Maria Velissaris invested in?
Investments tracked here include Mae Health, Motivo, myLaurel, Ruby Love.