TLDR:
Adrian Fenty, Washington D.C.’s youngest mayor, went from a political career to founding a $111 million VC firm called MaC Venture Capital. Fenty divides his career into “three lives”: working at his parents’ triathlon store, a decade-long political career, and venture capital in Silicon Valley.
Summary:
Adrian Fenty started his career in law before transitioning to politics and eventually becoming the mayor of Washington D.C. After his first term as mayor, he reinvented himself by founding MaC Venture Capital. Fenty’s grassroots approach and dedication to excellence were consistent throughout his various career pursuits. His VC firm raised $111 million in funding and later closed a second fund of $203 million. Fenty’s story highlights the importance of hard work and a tenacious drive for success in diverse fields.
