Bradley Aka

Bradley Aka is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in investment and venture capital. As Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Black Violet Capital since October 2020, Bradley focuses on addressing equity and representation gaps while promoting sustainability and empowerment for people of color. In addition to this role, Bradley serves as an investor in several innovative companies, including Anthropic, Untapped, and Substack, and is a founding investor in the Sweater Cashmere Fund Network, which aims for accessible venture capital investment. Educational qualifications include an MBA from The Wharton School, an MS in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Development from Stevens Institute of Technology, and a BS in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from New York University. Bradley is actively involved in various initiatives, such as being a Fellow at the Toigo Foundation and participating in the Blueprint Investor Track Fellowship through Dorm Room Fund.