SummaryTracy Gray, a general partner at the 22 Fund, shares her journey in venture capital and her mission to change the system and increase diversity in the industry. She discusses her passion for learning and her love for helping people grow their companies. Tracy also highlights the lack of diversity in venture capital and the need for more investment in women and people of color. She emphasizes the importance of speaking the truth and being bold in order to create change. Tracy's investment thesis focuses on clean tech and manufacturing, with a goal of creating holistic impact. She encourages aspiring women of color in venture capital to not let fear hold them back and to trust their instincts. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of supporting black women entrepreneurs and the need for a village to help them succeed.Takeaways Tracy Gray is a general partner at the 22 Fund and is passionate about changing the system and increasing diversity in venture capital. She believes in speaking the truth and being bold in order to create change. Tracy's investment thesis focuses on clean tech and manufacturing, with a goal of creating holistic impact. She encourages aspiring women of color in venture capital to trust their instincts and not let fear hold them back. Supporting black women entrepreneurs is crucial, and it takes a village to help them succeed.ChaptersIntroduction to Tracy GrayThe Power of Boldness and Truth-TellingInvesting in Clean Tech and ManufacturingSupporting Black Women EntrepreneursMore about Tracyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tracydgray/Tracy Ted Talk "Why it's time to be sexist in Venture Capital"More about LishaWebsite: www.lishabell.comLisha's new merch shop: www.lishabell.com/category/all-productsAngel Investing Course: www.lishabell.com/challengesResource Toolkit: www.lishabell.com/resourcesOur Services: www.lishabell.com/book-onlineSubscribe to our Newsletter: www.lishabell.com/subscribe-now---Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lisha-michelle-bell/message