2024 Conference Keynote Speaker
The selection of Maya as the keynote speaker for this year's Beyond the Boundaries conference can be attributed to her remarkable achievements and diverse contributions in the realms of venture capital, entertainment, and digital innovation. As the founder and sole general partner at Spice Capital, Maya has demonstrated an exceptional ability to identify and invest in groundbreaking themes such as capital, crypto, and community. Her fund has garnered support from industry luminaries like Marc Andreessen, Chris Dixon, and Alexis Ohanian, further attesting to her influence and foresight in the venture capital landscape.
Maya's portfolio at Spice Capital, with 25 investments including notable ventures like Dirt, Immortal Game, and Flowcarbon, showcases her knack for recognizing potential in a variety of sectors. Her prior experience leading investments at Kevin Durant's 35 Ventures, where she backed pioneering companies such as Hugging Face, Mercury, OpenSea, and Whoop, underscores her expertise in fueling companies that drive innovation and market disruption.
Beyond her venture capital endeavors, Maya's engagement with the arts and media through developing musicals, short films, and her recent podcast, Illuminati Interns, illustrates her multifaceted talent and commitment to fostering creative expression. This blend of financial acumen, investment in technology, and dedication to the arts makes her an ideal keynote speaker for Beyond the Boundaries.
The conference, known for exploring the intersections of technology, creativity, and innovation, seeks speakers who embody the spirit of pushing limits and redefining boundaries. Maya's diverse portfolio and her success in both the business and creative worlds position her as a figure who not only represents the ethos of Beyond the Boundaries but also inspires attendees to explore the limitless potential of interdisciplinary endeavors. Her insights into the future of investment, particularly in emerging technologies and communities, alongside her involvement in creative projects, provide a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives that attendees will find invaluable.