Eutiquio “Tiq” Chapa

Tiq Chapa is a dedicated venture investor with a strong focus on empowering underrepresented communities, particularly Latinx founders. He actively works to bridge the gap between venture capital and these communities, leveraging his experience to connect entrepreneurs with capital, opportunities, and strategic networks. His work at L'ATTITUDE Ventures and his involvement with organizations like the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative and LaFamilia Foundation demonstrate his commitment to fostering a more equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem. lattitudeventures+3

Chapa possesses a unique perspective on the venture capital landscape, informed by his upbringing in a predominantly Mexican-American farming town and his education at Stanford and Chicago Booth. He critically analyzes the 'two distinct tracks' to opportunity in Silicon Valley – being 'pulled in' versus formal application – and argues that the higher barriers faced by diverse founders often make them more expert and resilient entrepreneurs. medium+1

He is an advocate for actionable allyship in venture capital, recommending that VCs commit to regular meetings with women, Latino, and Black founders to ensure equitable access. Tiq also emphasizes the value of 'bridge-building' skills, common within the Latino community, as a significant competitive advantage in the interconnected tech world. medium+1