Mellody Hobson, Angel Investor

Mellody Hobson is an angel investor with investments spanning financial technology and wealth management. Her recent investee companies include Ellis, a financial technology company; Phia, a financial technology company; and Ellevest, a digital investment platform focused on women. Her investment activity has included seed, Series A, and venture rounds, with reported total amounts raised ranging from $9 million to $35.5 million. The investments have primarily involved financial technology and digital investing businesses at early and growth stages. Hobson is currently Co-CEO of Ariel Investments, a position she has held for about six months. She is responsible for management, strategic planning, and growth across the firm.