The Manta Way
Manta rays have a rich cultural and spiritual symbolism in various parts of the world. In some cultures, they are revered as creatures of strength, freedom, and grace. The large, open wings of the manta ray are seen as a symbol of embracing life’s challenges with an open heart and mind.
Here at The Manta Way, we look to do the same. Please join Aaron Gershenberg in finding ways to invest in our world with the same strength and grace as the majestic manta rays.
What is The Manta Way involved in?
Best Buddies International
Manta rays have been observed engaging in playful social behavior with each other, such as swimming in circles or doing somersaults. This behavior is thought to help them bond with each other and establish social hierarchies.
Best Buddies International also understand the importance of social connection and bonding. Best Buddies is a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Pioneer Mind
Manta rays rely on others for protection from predators. When threatened, they can cluster together to form a defensive formation, presenting a larger and more intimidating target to potential attackers. This behavior is particularly common among juvenile mantas, who are more vulnerable to predation than adult mantas.
Like the manta rays, Pioneer Mind believes we are stronger together. It connects Startup Founders & Executives with 1:1 Mental Performance Coaching, who use science-based techniques to help unlock new levels of performance, productivity, and presence.
Africa Capital Venture
One Mind Accelerator
I spent the last couple days in the Bay Area with the One Mind Accelerator team. Over the next 10 weeks, founders from 11 mental health and deep science startups will receive mentorship on how to work with payers and providers, pursue regulatory approval, design category-defining companies that adhere to the highest ethical standards, and…
For the past 20 years I have been building a global fund of funds, direct funds, Secondaries and Debt business for Silicon Valley Bank. During that time we have raised over $4.5B focused on synergies with SVB and highly differentiated products. Collaborating with a great team of partners, our shared goal has been to realize a highly successful business within SVB maximizing returns for our limited partners and contributing to the overall success of SVB. Our fund of funds focus on venture are highly concentrated with 15 managers making up 80-90% of the fund. Our direct venture funds are top performers for their vintage (2000 and 2006) with realized returns of 2.5x+ net our limited partners. After more than 23 years I retired on January 1, 2023 as a General Partner from SVB Capital. I am now Sr. Advisor & Founder Partner Emeritus, SVB Capital.
Connect with Aaron
aaron@gershenberg.com
(415) 999 – 6554
30 Eagle Landing Ct.
Park City, UT 84060
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