
Lolita Taub
Lolita Taub is a GP at Ganas Ventures where she invests in pre-seed and seed community-driven companies in the US and Latin America. She is a woman of color with 13 years in tech, micro-influencer, an international keynote speaker, 2x TEDx speaker whose work in venture capital and tech has been recognized on Forbes, Inc.com, The Huffington Post and Entrepreneur.com among other publications.
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What Lolita Taub's clients say
"I enjoyed hearing your story today at Vanguard. I am a Latinx ally who is looking for ways to support this awesome community at Vanguard and outside of work. I really loved your spirit, zeal and candor today. Thank you for spending time with us and helping people like myself learn about your culture, how to help, and what to be aware of. You rock! "
"Strategic and results-oriented leader” is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Lolita. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing her for the year, during her internship with K Fund and as an MBA candidate at the IE Business School. Above all, I’ve been impressed with Lolita’s ability to strategically form alliances with the startup and VC community, mobilize resources (in and out the tech space), lead and manage her MBA capstone project team, and accomplish her goals. And of course, I appreciate that as she accomplishes objectives and grows she shares insights through her talks and blog posts. Lolita would be a true asset for any position requiring a strategic thinking mind that gets things done! "
"Lolita is one of the best persons that I've met this year, and I have met hundreds of them. She is very pleasant to work with, and adds tremendously value through her network of connections. We decided to merge her project, The F SHOW, into SoGal, and she magically made the experience effortless. With her help, SoGal is now a global community of emerging, diverse entrepreneurs in 20+ countries in 6 continents. I am happy to recommend Lolita to anyone (and I already can't stop talking about her), because of her capability in relationship management and business development. She is truly a great asset!"
"Lolita was instrumental in the launch and creation of Cisco’s North America internal gaming community, mobilizing over 60 Cisco account managers in the path to developing a collaboration platform to socialize and enable Cisco’s gaming portfolio."
"Lolita is a true connector and visionary. She foresaw the value brought about by a series of tribal gaming partners, made introductions, and enabled my organization to run a forward thinking tribal gaming booth at the largest tribal gaming conference, the National Indian Gaming Association Conference. Lolita also put the Synergy and Cisco Reservation of the Future solution on the map. Incredible."
"The most resounding piece of feedback we got after Lolita's conversation was “I want to be her friend!” Lolita was able to make difficult topics tangible while being inviting, warm, and insightful. she brought her whole self to this conversation, and for that we are grateful. I highly recommend Lolita as a speaker for any Latinx ERG or DEI event."
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Lolita Taub's 2025 biography
Have you heard about Lolita Taub?
Let me tell you, she’s not your everyday venture capitalist. Her story is something else – it’s like a masterclass in turning life’s curveballs into home runs. Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, miles away from the glitz of Silicon Valley, Lolita’s journey is a real-life example of what it means to see opportunity in every challenge.
Now, Lolita’s not just overcoming obstacles; she’s redefining them. She’s taken what many would see as setbacks – ADHD, PTSD, and anxiety – and flipped them into her superpowers. Her ADHD fuels her out-of-the-box thinking, her PTSD has forged an unshakeable resilience and her anxiety? It’s given her a level of empathy that’s rare in the cut-throat world of tech and venture capital.
At Ganas Ventures, Lolita’s not just writing checks; she’s rewriting the narrative of what it means to invest in the future. With $70M in tech sales, over 100 investments, and her track record is just as impressive as her approach. She’s not just betting on companies; she’s investing in visions, in people, in potential.
What’s more, she’s built this incredible community of over 85K people, fostering a space where founders and investors can come together, share ideas, and grow. It’s not just about the money – it’s about the impact, the connections, the community.
And when she speaks – whether it’s at TEDx, Meta, Zoom, or leading universities like Stanford and Harvard – people listen. She brings this unique blend of personal stories, sharp insights, and a vision for a more inclusive, innovative future. It’s not just talk; it’s a wake-up call to think bigger, to be better.
So, why bring Lolita to your event? Because she’s the real deal. She’ll inspire, challenge, and maybe even change the way you think about success, resilience, and the power of a good idea. Trust me, you won’t just be hiring a speaker; you’ll be igniting a conversation that could change the game for your audience.
Lolita Taub's 2025 talks & topics
The Future is Multi-Hyphenated in the Era of Community
Jay Z said it best: I’m not a businessman, I’m a business, man. The multi-hyphenation of individuals is the future. It will be the norm for people to have a portfolio of companies and employment, thanks to market shifts in employment (The Great Resignation, COVID catalyzed), lack of life satisfaction in status quo work environments, and the need to generate revenue to stay afloat and make ends meet.
In her talk, Lolita Taub explains why the future is multi-hyphenated in the era of community and how organizations can leverage this new market shift in creating or maintaining their edge.
Latinx Allyship, Power, and Belonging
A leadership + motivational fireside chat.
Host a candid leadership and motivational 1-hour fireside-chat about Latinx allyship, power, and belonging, that goes beyond generic Latinx discussion, brings awareness and understanding of the complexity of the Latinx experience in the workplace, tech, finance, and U.S. The chat will provide employees with differentiated content around real matters or themes that affect the Latinx community and our Allies.
Topics
Power and allyship: Underrepresentation can make it difficult for Latinx to achieve their goals and aspirations. And even when companies understand the benefits of greater diversity and inclusion, there is a perception that it will take a long time for change to occur. We can change that with the power of allyship.
Belonging and allyship: Identity is complex and not binary — people can (and do) associate to multiple identities on a spectrum based on gender, race, orientation, etc. This intersectionality is important to recognize not only for those in the Latinx community but for Allies.
Audience take-away: Latinx members can walk away with a strategy or tactic to have conversations with their peers regarding their identity and/or advancing their careers.
Who this is for: Professionals, allies, and companies that welcome individuals and support the attraction, engagement, and growth of their Latinx talent while celebrating the diverse cultures within this community.
What people are saying: “I enjoyed hearing your story today. I am a Latinx ally who is looking for ways to support this awesome community in and outside of work. I really loved your spirit, zeal and candor today. Thank you for spending time with us and helping people like myself learn about your culture, how to help and what to be aware of. You rock!” – LK
Raising Inclusive AI: How to Keep Bias Out
A disruption and innovation workshop.
In this 1-hour workshop and Q&A session, we create an opportunity for individuals to widen their perspective on bias in artificial intelligence (AI). Often the concept of AI gets watered down to the ideology that it is neutral and therefore does not include discussions of race, class, sex, etc. Through this workshop, Lolita discusses the various ways in which AI can both address and amplify bias, using historical and contemporary examples.
Topics
- AI overview
- AI disruption and innovation: We discuss the impact of AI on our personal and professional lives.
- Interactive AI and bias group and individual exercise: Through a couple of exercises we witness first-hand how AI can both amplify and address bias
- Ensuring inclusive AI: We go over how techie and non-techie people can address and keep bias out.
Audience take-away: Audience members, both technical and non-technical, can walk away curious, with a clear understanding of AI basics, its implications, and tactics to combat bias in AI in and out of work.
Who this is for: Students, employees, and organizations that want to expand their community’s understanding of bleeding-edge technologies, their implications on humanity, and what we can do to make sure tech is inclusive.
What people are saying: “It was great hearing you speak, and briefly meeting you today. Thank you again for sharing your story, your passion, and your leadership counsel. As I’ve said to many who couldn’t join today, you were truly remarkable. Keep serving your passion – you’re having an impact!” – MM
Resilience as a Strategy: Turning Adversity into Opportunity
A deep dive into how embracing personal challenges can lead to extraordinary business success and innovation.
Seeing Potential Where Others Don’t
Lolita shares insights on her unique approach to spotting and nurturing talent and ideas in the often-overlooked corners of the tech world.
From South Central to Silicon Valley: A Journey of Grit and Triumph
An inspiring recount of her path from humble beginnings to becoming a top Latina venture capitalist, emphasizing perseverance and vision.
The Future of Tech: An Insider’s Take on What’s Next
Drawing from her extensive experience, Lolita discusses emerging trends and what the future holds for the tech industry.
Creating Impactful Change Through Community
Exploring the importance of community focus in business and how it can lead to more sustainable and impactful growth.
Harnessing Neurodiversity: A New Frontier in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
An insightful look into how embracing neurodiversity can be a game-changer in the business and tech ecosystems.
Balancing the Scales: Achieving Personal and Professional Fulfillment
Tips and strategies for maintaining a healthy balance between a demanding career and personal well-being.