Marlon Nichols

Co-Founder & Managing General Partner

2019 - Current

MaC Venture Capital is a seed-stage venture capital firm that invests in technology startups leveraging shifts in cultural trends and behaviors. As a managing general partner, I invest and advise in exceptional entrepreneurs building category-leading technology companies at the Seed stage. I also provide hands-on support crucial for building and scaling category-leading companies, including operations strategy, brand building, recruiting, and mission-critical introductions. Additionally, I serve on the board for several portfolio companies, including Big Cabal Media, Blavity, Bridgefy, Mahmee, Mansa, Fin Mile, FINESSE, PredictionStrike, Ryff and Shekel Mobility. For more information, please visit: https://macventurecapital.com/team/marlon-nichols/

Adjunct Professor, entrepreneurship and venture capital

2018 - 2021

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

2015 - 2019

Partner

2013 - 2015

Director of investments for the Intel Capital Diversity Fund and the Software & Services investment sector. I have a strong bias towards software solutions that create new user experiences.

Associate Director (Venture Capital Investor)

2011 - 2013

Venture Capital Investor with a focus on both consumer and enterprise facing software, cloud services, big data applications and education technology start-up companies.

Board of Director

2012 - 2015

The Peninsula College Fund (PCF) provides the tools for success in college and beyond to low-income first-generation college students. PCF's select local scholars receive college scholarships, one-on-one mentors, college success workshops, and internship support throughout their college careers. More than a scholarship…PCF offers a comprehensive program for student success and college completion.

Founder & Co-Chairman

2007 - 2015

RISE TO COLLEGE aims to increase the enrollment of children from working class families into elite educational institutions by providing scholarships for standardized test preparation and counseling during the college application process. Working class urban minority high school students possess the talent, skill and drive to excel at our nation's top universities; however, due to limited income, lack of proper training and the absence of mentorship, these students are not armed with the proper tools to compete with their wealthier counterparts. Through its partnership with Bell Curves, RISE TO COLLEGE looks to rememdy this disparity.

President & Chief Operating Officer

2010 - 2011

 Lead strategy and operations for $1.2M student-run venture capital fund  Manage 7 fund managers, technical advisory boards, 50 associates, and portfolio co. relationships  Create and cultivate relationships with venture capital firms, incubators, and accelerators  Source deals, analyze business plans, conduct due diligence, and negotiate term sheets for startups

Accelerated Leadership Program Intern

2010 - 2010

Principal Strategist

2005 - 2009

Principal Strategist • Created new product offerings and business lines for clients such as Blackstone Group by developing strategic and operational initiatives that increase revenue and company value • Developed digital transformation strategy for leading information providers to aviation, aerospace, energy, and construction industries • Established new organization to centralize e-commerce activities for McGraw-Hill to improve productivity, reduce operating costs, and support new product offerings Strategist/Program Manager • Conducted organizational, operational, and technical due diligence to value a hazardous materials software and content management company for potential acquisition • Assessed the viability for sustained growth and explored vertical market entry opportunities for prospective acquisitions • Managed four teams that developed operational strategy to monetize and centralize merchandising and CRM businesses for Warner Music Group Project Manager • Developed and led implementation of operational strategy to increase revenue for back-office organizations for $1.25B and $790M acquisitions of luxury resort and hotel chain • Re-engineered Finance and Purchasing organizations’ business processes to support off-shore outsourcing for $3.24B acquisition of international hospitality enterprise • Developed strategy to reduce operating costs of luxury hotels after $2.6B acquisition

Engagement Manager

2002 - 2004

• Selected member of four person team that opened company’s first European office • Led global enterprise software implementations in Europe, Asia, UK, and the U.S. for investment management, insurance, transportation, and energy companies • Managed up to 25 implementation and client resources, handled all time and budgetary expectations (£20K to £500K), and received client commendation for substantially improving usage and integration of new systems