VC Talk with Desiree Almodovar and Jackson Block
​Venture Capital – Building Opportunities
​A Conversation with Desiree Almodovar and Jackson Block
​Curious about breaking into Venture Capital? Want to learn how investors are creating opportunities for underrepresented founders and future innovators?
​Join us for a compelling conversation with Desiree Almodovar and Jackson Block, two leaders shaping the future of inclusive investing!
​Desiree Almodovar is an Operating Partner at AlleyCorp and an active angel investor. She partners with startups to drive growth by aligning product and go-to-market strategies. Previously, she founded The Inlay, an NYC startup innovation lab, and served as VP of Product at a tech agency supporting global brands like Google, Viacom, and Autograph Collection Hotels.
​Jackson Block is CEO of LGBT+ VC, an organization empowering LGBTQ+ and allied investors and innovators. Through initiatives like the College Venture Fellowship and Global VC Summit, he's building a pipeline for diverse talent in venture capital. Jackson also teaches Venture Capital at the Colin Powell School, where he brings real-world insight into the classroom
​Whether you're exploring a career in VC, launching a startup, or simply curious about how capital flows in innovation ecosystems, this event offers valuable insight and inspiration.
​Admission is free and open to all CCNY students. Registration is required.