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Jackie Byun is an Associate at Visible Hands based in New York City, where she focuses on early-stage venture capital investments in deep tech and biotech startups. In her current role, she sources and evaluates pre-seed and seed-stage investment opportunities, helping deploy initial checks of $100,000 to cohorts of over 40 diverse founders annually. Before joining Visible Hands in 2022, Byun worked as a Senior Investment Analyst at Cambridge Associates and gained venture experience at the MIT-affiliated firm The Engine Ventures. She has actively contributed to operations and strategic support for more than 20 portfolio companies, including emerging lab-grown and climate technology startups such as Future Fields. Holding a degree from Harvard University, her current professional focus remains on funding underrepresented entrepreneurs while advancing lab-grown materials and early-stage deep tech innovations across the broader industry.
Jackie Byun serves as a dedicated Associate at Visible Hands, a pioneering pre-seed venture capital fund committed to investing in and empowering diverse founders. In her pivotal role, Jackie is instrumental in identifying the next generation of innovative entrepreneurs and disruptive startups, aligning with Visible Hands' mission to back exceptional talent often overlooked by traditional funding sources. Her work directly contributes to building a more inclusive and dynamic startup ecosystem.
As an Associate, Jackie's responsibilities span the critical stages of the investment lifecycle. She actively engages in sourcing promising pre-seed companies, meticulously conducting due diligence to assess market potential, team strength, and product viability. Beyond the initial investment, Jackie provides invaluable support to Visible Hands' portfolio companies, helping founders navigate the challenges of early-stage growth, refine their strategies, and prepare for subsequent funding rounds. Her analytical acumen and deep understanding of the startup landscape make her a crucial resource for entrepreneurs seeking to transform their visions into successful ventures.
Visible Hands distinguishes itself by investing in founders before they even have a fully developed product or substantial traction, focusing instead on the strength of the team and the potential of their ideas. Jackie Byun embodies this philosophy, seeking out founders with unique insights, resilience, and a clear vision for solving significant problems. While specific investment sectors can vary, her focus is consistently on high-growth areas where technology and innovation can create substantial impact. She is particularly passionate about supporting founders who bring diverse perspectives to the table, believing that varied backgrounds lead to more robust and innovative solutions.
Jackie's career background provides her with a strong foundation for her role in venture capital. Her prior experiences have equipped her with a keen eye for identifying potential, a rigorous approach to evaluation, and a commitment to fostering growth. This blend of analytical skill and operational insight allows her to effectively partner with founders, offering strategic guidance that extends beyond capital. She understands the entrepreneurial journey firsthand, enabling her to empathize with founders and provide practical, actionable advice.
Through her work at Visible Hands, Jackie Byun is not just an investor; she is a builder of futures. She plays a vital role in democratizing access to capital and resources for underrepresented founders, helping them to scale their businesses and achieve their full potential. Her dedication ensures that Visible Hands continues to be a leading force in early-stage venture capital, driving innovation and creating lasting impact across industries.
Jackie Byun is an Associate at Visible Hands, a pre-seed venture capital fund. She is an investor focused on identifying and supporting diverse founders building high-growth companies.
Jackie Byun invests in early-stage, pre-seed companies led by diverse founders. Her focus aligns with Visible Hands' mission to back innovative startups across various high-growth sectors.
Jackie Byun works as an Associate at Visible Hands, a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in and supporting diverse entrepreneurs at the pre-seed stage.
