Venture capital and diversity investing by Nicole DeTommaso

Nicole DeTommaso is a Senior Associate at Harlem Capital, where she became the first intern to source a deal that secured firm investment. Since joining full-time in 2019, she has sourced more than 15 early-stage transactions across fintech, consumer, and Web3. Recognition as part of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe Class of 2025 confirmed her impact in diversifying venture flows. DeTommaso’s publications on founder and investor demographics, including the Diverse Founders in Web3 report, have been cited in more than 200 industry articles and used by accelerators across the US and Europe.

Prior work at RBC Capital Markets provided grounding in equity research and deal structuring. Annual income falls in the mid-six-figure USD range, supported by salary and carried interest. Public speaking appearances on venture equity and digital inclusion reached 400+ audiences in 2024 alone. With a growing social media community of more than 20,000 followers, DeTommaso has become a key voice at the intersection of capital, diversity, and emerging technology.