SHERO COMICS FOUNDER RECOGNIZED AS LEADER IN PITCHBOOK'S 2025 BLACK FOUNDERS ROUNDUP

Shero Comics is proud to share that our founder, Shequeta L. Smith, has been featured in PitchBook’s Black Founders & Investors to Know in 2025, a community-driven list that highlights Black innovators shaping their industries and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

The article opens with a clear picture of how underrepresented Black founders—particularly Black women—remain within the venture ecosystem. With only 1% of investment partner positions held by Black women, progress has been slow and uneven. Smith’s inclusion on this list speaks to her impact not only as a creator and entrepreneur, but as a builder of an expanding transmedia universe rooted in authentic storytelling.

Across Shero Comics, Smith has created a body of work that spans graphic novels, manga, animation, film, and games—each project designed to empower women and girls of color while bridging cultures across the globe. Her publishing catalog continues to inspire readers worldwide, while the growing Shero Universe extends into new mediums through Shero Games and Rayven Choi Films.

Being recognized alongside other Black founders and investors underscores the broader movement toward greater representation in creative and tech-driven industries. Shero Comics celebrates this milestone and applauds every leader featured for their contributions and continued innovation.