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Leading Attorneys Appointed to LGBT+ VC's Legal Advisory Council to Advance Inclusion in Venture Capital
LGBT+ VC Establishes Legal Advisory Council with Appointment of Eight Esteemed Attorneys
LGBT+ VC
November 15, 2023
New York, NY – LGBT+ VC, a leading 501(c)(3) national nonprofit dedicated to financial inclusion within the venture capital and startup ecosystem, proudly announces the appointment of eight distinguished attorneys to its Legal Advisory Council.
The council, a special coalition of attorneys from Silicon Valley’s preeminent firms, signifies a crucial step in bolstering LGBT+ VC's commitment to legal prudence and efforts to foster a more inclusive venture capital landscape.
“When we formed the Legal Advisory Council, we wanted it to resemble America and represent the future of venture—and it does.”
Background on LGBT+ VC
LGBT+ VC stands as a beacon of progress, championing inclusivity and equity in investment. Its comprehensive programming provides investors and entrepreneurs with access to knowledge, networks, and capital, ensuring equal opportunities for LGBTQ and ally funders and founders.
Meet the Legal Advisory Council Appointees
Anthony Pascua, Jr. - Managing Associate, Dentons | Washington, D.C.
Benjamin Vaughan, Ph.D. - Associate, Foley Hoag | Boston, MA
Brian Huber - Partner, Gunderson Dettmer | Boston, MA
Fitzann “Fitz” Reid - General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, Hunterbrook | San Francisco, CA
Jacob B. Hanna - Associate, Cooley | San Francisco, CA
Natasha Hsieh - Partner, Silicon Legal Strategy | San Francisco, CA
Sarah F. Chambless - Partner, Fenwick & West | Los Angeles, CA
Yashreeka Huq - Counsel, Perkins Coie | New York, NY
Selection Process and Expertise
The coalition was nominated for their distinguished careers, commitment to LGBTQ progress, and dedication to fostering technology and financial innovation.
“We couldn’t be more pleased with our founding cohort of appointees. They represent the best of venture law.”
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About LGBT+ VC
LGBT+ VC is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the venture capital industry. Through education, advocacy, and programming, the organization works to create a more inclusive and equitable ecosystem for LGBTQ and ally funders, founders, and families.
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