Benjamin Black Biography and Net Worth

Benjamin Black is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Akkadian and a 20-year private equity veteran. In addition, Mr. Black is the Co-Founder of the RAISE Global Summit, which has grown into a premier launchpad for emerging venture capital funds.

Prior to Akkadian, Mr. Black co-founded New Cycle Capital to bring socially responsible investing to sectors like clean energy and social finance. He started his private equity career on the investment teams at Maveron and Rosewood Capital, where he focused on branded consumer products and services. Prior to his private equity career, Mr. Black was a member of the founding team of Harris Interactive.

Mr. Black holds a BA and JD from Cornell University.

Mr. Black’s extensive experience in venture capital and private equity, including as a managing director and founder of various firms, makes him qualified to serve on the Board.