Arian Simone — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as CEO & Founding Partner at Fearless Fund, a venture capital firm.
Founded Fearless Fund, the first venture capital firm built by women of color for women of color.
Holds the title of HM Queen Wa Arian Simone of Dawa Grand Bereby in Côte d'Ivoire, partnering with the Ivorian government on sustainable development.
Founded Fearless Magazine.
Established the Arian Simone Fearless Leadership Academy in Côte d'Ivoire in 2022.
Established the Arian Simone Fearless Endowed Scholarship Fund at FAMU, launching in 2026.
Serves as a Board Director at Steve Madden.
Holds a Bachelor's and MBA from Florida A&M University (FAMU).

Biography

Arian Simone is the CEO and Founding Partner of Fearless Fund, a venture capital firm dedicated to championing diverse founders at the pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages. She is also recognized as HM Queen Wa Arian Simone of Dawa Grand Bereby in Côte d'Ivoire, Africa, where she partners with the Ivorian government and her community on sustainable development initiatives.