Marc Schneider

Marc Schneider

He/Him
Operating Venture Partner
Champion of persistence

Never quit, never surrender, no matter the odds...

is a phrase inspired by Winston Churchill’s 1940 declaration. This mindset has guided me through life’s challenges, which were architected uniquely for me.

Growing up in an uncertain home with unreliable parental role models, I quickly had to learn resilience. After my parents’ separation, our home was foreclosed on, plunging us deeper into poverty. At 15, I found myself caring for a disabled mother, which forced me to make a choice: let the obstacles define me or adapt and use them as fuel for strength and growth. I chose the latter, hardwiring that mindset into every aspect of my life.

I put myself through both undergraduate and graduate school, earning a BSE from Wharton and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, all while supporting my mother until she passed away in 2003. Whenever someone told me something was impossible, it only fueled my determination to prove them wrong. Throughout my career, I’ve mastered ambiguity and relentlessly pursued success, whether for projects, companies, teams, or shareholders, often at great personal sacrifice.

For the past 30 years, I’ve walked this path as a father, role model, operator, and entrepreneur. These experiences have taught me the importance of building strong relationships, treating people with respect and integrity, and leading with empathy. My background has also equipped me to navigate complex problems, prioritize effectively, and create options where none seem to exist. I believe that time is never on our side, and it’s crucial to harness it wisely.

Currently, I serve as an Operating Venture Partner at Ulu, following a long stint at two fintech startups. Ulu was an investor in my last company, and their commitment to fostering diverse entrepreneurial teams is something I deeply admire. I’m honored to work here, supporting portfolio entrepreneurs who require assistance with strategic, operational, cash management, and capital-raising challenges. Ulu’s mission to create opportunities for underrepresented founders—with integrity and results—aligns with my values, and I’m excited to be part of it.

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