Garnet S. Heraman is an investor + entrepreneur with 25 years experience at the intersection of innovation, diversity + technology. He is a Founder and Managing Partner of Aperture Venture Capital. He is also Chairman of FUEL OZ.Capital, an opportunity zone sponsor that pioneered the use of innovation ecosystems to drive inclusive development. Previously, he was a Founder of Aegis Investment Partners, a private equity boutique specializing in growth capital for corporate VC deals. Garnet is the co-owner of the mission-driven fashion brand, Karina Dresses. A frequent speaker at events around the world, Garnet’s investments have been featured in Time Magazine, BuzzFeed, Forbes, Bloomberg, HuffPost, Thrillist, WSJ, Institutional Investor, Inc., Entrepreneur, GMA, Travel+ Leisure + O, Oprah Magazine.