Serving our founders means finding the most impactful ways to scale their ambition when and where they need it most, which means we’re right beside our founders as we navigate the choppy early stages of building a company. Our commitment to our founders means showing up to earn our seat at the table.
We invest in founders who likely have had more doors shut in their face than others. These founders are resilient, and inextricably tied to the challenges they’re solving, and we want to be the rock on which they build their new world. They are the bold, determined builders of the future.
We believe in doing better by founders by ignoring a “growth at all costs” ethos. The human cost is one we refuse to bear, and burnout is not a badge of honor. Our founders are supported to not only build their visionary companies, but also thrive in all aspects of their lives.
We’ve seen the data that diverse, equitable, and inclusive companies perform better. But that’s not the only reason why we live our ESG beliefs: by leveraging the powerful moments within their lived experience, founders can unlock the genius inside them. Our commitment to meaningful diversity and governance goes beyond good PR.
Increasingly, the investment industry has seen more family offices investing directly in private companies, across various stages. As Capital Human's CEO and Chief Investment Officer, Mitz Banarjee's goal is to combine the best practices of venture capital with the unique structure of a family office. This hybrid model leverages the strengths of both worlds, creating a more efficient and effective investment strategy for founders that struggle with traditional VC's at the Friends/Family, Pre-Seed, and Seed round stages. Capital Human aims to revolutionize this aspect of the venture business, while bringing transparency and openness to this investment approach.
There is a significant difference between investing one's own money versus managing others' funds. This shift in perspective can impact investment strategies, risk tolerance, and the decision-making processes. Capital Human's model aims to deliver the agility and personal touch that family offices are known for, while leveraging the strategies and risk profiles of larger, managed funds.
In addition to the early stage portfolio focus, Capital Human holds investments in high-value companies (with valuations exceeding $1 billion) that serve a strategic purpose beyond financial returns. These investments help cultivate a diverse ecosystem within the family office's portfolio that fosters valuable interactions among companies at various stages of growth, including:
Companies can collaborate on joint ventures or complementary projects.
Mature companies may find new revenue streams through partnerships with emerging startups.
Established firms can introduce innovative solutions from younger portfolio companies to their existing customer base.
Experienced leaders from larger companies can guide and advise emerging startups.
The ecosystem creates a natural environment for potential M&A activities, allowing for strategic consolidation or expansion.
Building strong relationships among Family Offices, Venture Capital Funds, and startups at all stages makes the Human Capital model a highly effective community builder. By fostering these connections, Capital Human's family office not only enhances the value of its investments, but also creates a supportive environment for growth across the entire portfolio.
Mitz Banarjee is a seasoned investor and advisor based in Dallas, Texas, where he leads a team focused on empowering underrepresented founders. In addition to investing in larger private companies, Capital Human's investment portfolio is concentrated on startups in SaaS, artificial intelligence, social issues, and women's health. The representation is reflective of Banarjee’s commitment to fostering innovative solutions and diverse leadership in these fields.
As a NACD Directorship Certified board member, Banarjee excels in providing strategic guidance to boards, business teams, and stakeholders. He specializes in driving global initiatives related to sales strategy, market entry, customer retention, and significant acquisitions exceeding $100 million. Banarjee’s expertise encompasses board and stakeholder management, corporate strategy, leadership, ESG, governance, financial and SEC reporting, and organizational culture development. He is dedicated to cultivating a customer-first mindset that enhances employee retention, supports personal growth, and champions diversity.
Banarjee’s executive background includes over 12 years at Workiva (NYSE: WK), where he served in various senior roles, including Chief Customer Officer and Executive Vice President - EMEA. During his tenure, he played a key role in scaling the company from a self-funded startup to a publicly traded entity with over 5,300 customers and $440 million in revenue. He managed a global team of more than 500 members across North America, EMEA, and APAC, overseeing operations, sales, product management, marketing, and partnerships. His leadership not only drove substantial growth but also advanced diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and spearheaded corporate sustainability.
