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Jasmin Suknanan

Jasmin Suknanan


VC Scout



Professional Overview


Jasmin Suknanan is an experienced venture capital professional and entrepreneurial leader with a diverse background spanning content marketing, community building, and venture capital operations. As a VC Scout, she leverages her deep industry knowledge and strong networks to identify promising early-stage startups and support their growth across the fintech and small business sectors.

Current Roles


VC Scout, LvlUp Ventures (2024-09-01 to Present)
  • Responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and recommending investment opportunities for the firm's portfolio

  • Cultivates relationships with founders, accelerators, and ecosystem partners to expand the firm's deal flow

  • Provides strategic advisory and operational support to portfolio companies to drive growth and scale


VC Scout, Pegasus Angel Accelerator (2024-04-01 to Present)
  • Scouts for high-potential startups to participate in the accelerator program

  • Mentors founders on business model development, fundraising, and go-to-market strategies

  • Helps facilitate connections between portfolio companies and the broader investor community


Founder, Ai Angels (2024-11-01 to Present)
  • Founded a community-driven angel investment collective focused on supporting underrepresented founders in the AI/ML space

  • Responsible for sourcing, diligencing, and managing investments for the collective

  • Leverages the group's expertise to provide hands-on guidance and resources to portfolio companies


Career Progression


Prior to her current roles, Jasmin gained valuable experience in the venture capital and startup ecosystem. She served as an Intern Associate at Edge Case Capital Partners, a Venture Fellow Associate at Republic, and the Community Lead at Gen Z VCs. Jasmin also founded "Not Rich Yet," a personal finance and career development platform for young professionals.

Earlier in her career, Jasmin honed her skills in content creation and community management, holding roles as a Contributing Author and Director of Events at Her Campus Media, as well as various editorial positions at BuzzFeed and Insider Inc.

Education


Jasmin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Florida, where she graduated cum laude.

Areas of Expertise


  • Venture capital and angel investing, with a focus on fintech and small business

  • Startup ecosystem development and community building

  • Content creation, marketing, and social media strategy

  • Entrepreneurship and personal finance education


Professional Impact


Throughout her career, Jasmin has made significant contributions to the startup and venture capital ecosystems. As the NYC Chapter Lead for VC Unleashed, she has spearheaded initiatives to support and empower underrepresented founders in the city. Her work with Ai Angels is aimed at increasing diversity and inclusion in the AI/ML investment landscape.

Jasmin's diverse background and multifaceted expertise make her a valuable asset to the firms and communities she serves. Her dedication to mentoring founders, sourcing innovative investments, and driving positive change in the industry positions her as a rising leader in the venture capital space.