Arian Simone

Arian Simone is an Ivorian queen, venture capitalist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, author, and board director whose life reflects resilience, empowerment, and transformative fearless leadership.

After earning both her bachelor’s degree and MBA from Florida A&M University, she set out on a career path dedicated to redefining business and leadership. A proud alumna committed to uplifting future generations, she founded the Arian Simone Fearless Scholarship Fund to support students throughout their academic journey at FAMU’s School of Business and Industry.

She began her entrepreneurial career by launching a successful PR, marketing, and entertainment firm representing major clients including Sony Pictures, Universal Pictures, and Walt Disney Pictures. In 2010, she expanded her impact by founding Fearless Magazine and the Fearless Platform to empower millennial women entrepreneurs, quickly becoming a recognized voice in entertainment and business.

Building on her success in media and marketing, Simone 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 created by women of color for women of color, investing in pre-seed, seed, and Series A companies. The fund has attracted institutional backing from firms such as J.P. Morgan Chase and Bank of America, underscoring the importance of investing in diverse founders.

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

Across all her work, Arian Simone remains committed to fearless action, empowerment, and meaningful social change.