Venture Capital Soraya Darabi Named Private Equity International's "Women of Influence 2025"

Press & MediaOct. 13. 2025

Soraya Darabi, founder and managing partner at TMV, has built one of venture’s most distinctive early-stage portfolios, with more than 100 investments and seven unicorns in its portfolio to date.

Over the past year, she has spearheaded $100 million in fresh fundraising, launched two new funds, including one focused on mental health, and deepened TMV’s focus on artificial intelligence, healthcare and logistics.

A former New York Times digital strategist, and Foodspotting co-founder, Darabi is praised for her ability to combine operating acumen with investor insight. Peers describe her as "one of the most creative people in business" with a track record of backing purposeful companies.

Written by PEI Staff.

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