Emerson Collective

Emerson Collective is a venture capital firm founded by Laurene Powell Jobs in 2011, dedicated to investing in entrepreneurs and innovators working in education, energy and the environment, immigration, media and journalism. The firm operates as a limited liability company and focuses its activity on venture capital investment and philanthropy. Emerson Collective provides investment to companies across all stages, predominantly in sectors such as energy and environment, artificial intelligence, digital health, fintech, education, work, and media. The firm has made notable investments in companies like Axios Media, Commonwealth Fusion Systems, and Boom Supersonic. In 2017, Emerson Collective acquired a majority stake in The Atlantic magazine, and in 2021, it invested in Commonwealth Fusion Systems, a company developing fusion energy. The firm also supports various nonprofit organizations and initiatives aimed at creating opportunity for individuals and communities. Emerson Collective is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, and operates globally, with investments and partnerships in multiple countries, including the United States, Israel, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Canada, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Singapore.

Focus on social impact, Alignment with firm's mission, Innovative solutions to complex challenges, Scalable business models, Strong leadership teams