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Garrison Gowens

US Partnerships @ Cake Equity | Investment Committee @ Long Beach Accelerator | Former VC-backed founder | Startup ecosystem builder

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Work Experience

  • US Partnerships

    2023

    Equity management software for today's most successful global startups

  • Mentor

    2024

  • Investment Committee

    2023

  • Managing Partner

    2021

    Franchise Player serves as the bridge between athletes and brands. Understanding the needs and aspirations of both sides, we help craft partnerships that are beneficial, enduring, and meaningful.

  • Venture Scout

    2022

    GoAhead VC is an early-stage venture fund with over $175M in AUM. We lead early-stage deals with checks from $200k to $1M.

2021 - 2022

  • Investment Team

    2021 - 2022

    gener8tor is a global venture capital firm and nationally ranked accelerator that provides access to capital, one-on-one mentorship, a worldwide network and customized programming for early-stage entrepreneurs. gener8tor was named the 2022 Global Venture Firm of the Year.

2021 - 2022

  • Co-Founder, Growth & Partnerships

    2021 - 2022

    Revolutionizing the way we value & consume music.

2020 - 2022

  • Associate, Platform

    2020 - 2022

    Own Our Own is shaping the future of our neighborhoods through Private Equity. Learn more at ownourown.com

2019 - 2020

  • Special Projects Consultant

    2019 - 2020

    *Recently acquired by Greenwood* Valence is a platform dedicated to creating new paths to success for Black professionals.

2018 - 2020

  • Program Director & Community Manager

    2019 - 2020

    Vector90 is a start-up incubator and cultural hub focused on creating an inclusive space for talented, underrepresented founders looking to accelerate their business.

  • Entrepreneur In Residence

    2018 - 2019