Rewriting the Rules of Venture
At 25, I'm deploying over $1M annually through Techstars, backing startups at the frontlines of energy and climate innovation. My superpower isn't just capital—it's conviction.
From Beauty Counters to Boardrooms
My journey from watching my makeup artist mother connect with women to becoming a venture investor who transforms founder interactions into strategy and spark.
Born the daughter of a makeup artist and entrepreneur, I grew up learning the art of connection from the front row: watching women share their stories across beauty counters, and mastering the kind of presence that makes people feel both seen and unforgettable.
By 22, I was deploying over $1M annually through Techstars, where I now serve as Program Manager & Investment Associate at the Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator. But ask anyone who's worked with me, and they'll tell you my superpower isn't just capital—it's conviction.
I teach founders to price their value, walk into Fortune 500 rooms like they belong, and believe in their ability to win.
Leadership in Action
From boardrooms to building communities, see where conviction meets action.
Professional Excellence
Bringing conviction and presence to every boardroom
Building Together
Leading the Techstars Alabama EnergyTech Accelerator cohort
Where I Make
Impact
From backing climate innovation startups to building entrepreneurial ecosystems, I'm focused on creating lasting change.
Leading investments in energy and climate innovation startups, deploying over $1M annually and helping founders scale their impact.
Named Birmingham's Women to Watch and Most Innovative Under 25, focused on strengthening entrepreneurial communities.
Let's Build Something Together
Whether you're a founder looking for investment, an ecosystem builder seeking collaboration, or someone who wants to chat about the future of venture—I'd love to connect.
Or reach out directly at
raemahhenderson@gmail.com