FEARLESSLY
LEADING global CHANGE

As an Ivorian Queen, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and board director, Arian Simone’s life stands as a testament to resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of fearless leadership.

After earning both her Bachelor’s and MBA degrees from Florida A&M University, she embarked on a path that would redefine business and leadership. A proud alumna devoted to inspiring future leaders, she established the Arian Simone Fearless Scholarship Fund to support students throughout their collegiate journey at FAMU’s School of Business and Industry.

Her entrepreneurial drive led her to found a successful PR, marketing, and entertainment firm representing billion-dollar clients such as Sony Pictures, Universal Pictures, and Walt Disney Pictures. In 2010, she launched Fearless Magazine and the Fearless Platform to empower millennial women entrepreneurs—work that quickly positioned her as a recognized voice in both entertainment and business.

Following her success in PR and marketing, Arian transitioned into venture capital to become the kind of investor she once sought. As Founder and CEO of Fearless Fund, she leads the first venture capital fund built by women of color for women of color, focusing on pre-seed, seed, and Series A investments. The fund has attracted major institutional investors, including J.P. Morgan Chase and Bank of America, showcasing the power of investing in diverse founders.

Today, as Her Majesty Queen Wa Arian Simone of the Village of Dawa Grand Bereby — in Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa, she partners with the Ivorian government to uplift under-resourced communities and promote sustainable development.

Through every endeavor, she continues her fearless pursuit of justice, empowerment, and progress.