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Named by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of “100 Women of Impact,” Arian Simone is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, investor, best-selling author, and motivational speaker. As head of the Fearless Fund, the first venture capital fund built for women of color by women of color, her focus is pre-seed, seed level, and Series A financing, which includes such institutional investors as J.P. Morgan Chase, Bank of America, Mastercard, and Ally Bank. Simone also established a successful public relations and marketing firm, boasting a portfolio of billion-dollar corporate clients, including Sony Pictures, Walt Disney, and Universal Studios. Simone’s ability to guide strategic growth and increase company value led to her appointment to the boards of the Steve Madden Company and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Beyond her professional endeavors, Simone has embraced a regal role as the Queen of Dawa Grand Bereby in Côte D'Ivoire, collaborating with Ivorian government officials to improve the welfare of people in the region.