Skip to main content
Back to Show
To Dine For with Kate Sullivan

Arlan Hamilton. Venture Capitalist. Author.

Season 4 Episode 404

Arlan Hamilton is the CEO and Founder of Backstage Capital which funds startup companies that are specifically owned and operated by Women, Black, LatinX and LGBTQ founders. Arlan sits down at her favorite restaurant in Los Angeles, Hotel Cafe, to share her unique story and her vision for funding “underestimated founders" and catalyzing their mission and purpose.

Sign up now for inspiring and thought-provoking media delivered straight to your inbox.
Support Provided By
Season
Jewel, Musician
26:46
Singer and songwriter Jewel talks about her upbringing in Alaska and her journey to fame.
Jeni Britton, CEO and Founder, Jeni’s Ice Cream
26:46
Jeni Briton shares her story turning her ice cream company into a crowd favorite.
Ken Burns, Documentarian
26:46
Documentarian Ken Burns talks about expansive career in documentary filmmaking.
Bozoma Saint John, Businesswoman and Author
26:46
A powerhouse in American business, Bozoma St. John shares her start in Ghana to present.
Richard Branson, Founder of Virgin
26:46
Famous entrepreneur Richard Branson talks about his success and what motivates him today.
Allyson Felix, Olympic Gold Medalist and Co-Founder of Saysh
26:46
Olympic Gold medalist and athlete Allyson Felix's story of making something from nothing.
LeVar Burton, Actor and Executive Producer  Location: Sherman Oaks, California
26:45
Actor, director, and television host LeVar Burton,
Elizabeth Smart, Founder of the Elizabeth Smart Foundation in Park City, Utah
26:45
Child safety advocate and passionate activist for children, Elizabeth Smart.
Ron Finley, Master Gardener Location: Alta Adams in Los Angeles
26:45
Ron Finley, master gardener and Founder of The Ron Finley Project.
Bethany Hamilton - Professional Surfer.  Location: Hanalei, Kauai
26:46
Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer who survived a 2003 shark attack.
Chris Voss.  FBI Hostage Negotiator. Location: Arlington, Virginia
26:46
Former FBI Hostage negotiator and CEO The Black Swan Group, Chris Voss.
Robert Reffkin, CEO and Founder, Compass. Location: Shabu Tatsu in NYC
26:46
Robert Reffkin, one of the country’s youngest black billionaires.
Active loading indicator