Antonia Dean

Antonia Dean is a Principal at Black Operator Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on investing in Black founders.12 She is a brand strategist and storyteller who specializes in turning good ideas into great businesses.35

Professional Background

Antonia is a lawyer by training but describes herself as a risk-taker by birth.5 Her expertise lies in helping startups develop and grow. As a Principal at Black Operator Ventures, she works with a team at the 3-year-old venture capital firm to invest in Black founders.2

Career History

• 2023-present: Principal at Black Operator Ventures7
• 2022-present: Board Member at Philly Startup Leaders7
• 2021-present: Advisor at Archetype India7

Education

Antonia Dean attended Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.4

Skills and Expertise

• Brand strategy
• Storytelling
• Startup strategy
• Turning good ideas into great businesses
• Risk-taking

Networking and Events

Antonia is actively involved in the startup and venture capital community. For instance, she has participated in events like Black Tech Week, where she and the Black Operator Ventures team hosted a "Vino & Vibes" networking event in Cincinnati.6

Location

Based on her LinkedIn profile, Antonia Dean is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.4

Antonia Dean's work at Black Operator Ventures aligns with the firm's mission to be a launching pad for multi-billion dollar valued tech companies led by Black founders, addressing the Series A funding gap for top Black founders in the US.1