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Diana Melencio

Diana Melencio

General Partner, Brand Capital Fund atXRC VenturesNew York
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Diana Melencio is a General Partner for the Brand Capital Fund at XRC Ventures. She provides commentary on consumer brands, AI, and the fragrance market.

What Diana can write

Writes checks ofNot reported
Comes in atPre-seed, Seed, Series ACan lead the round
Pitch pageSubmit on their siteThe firm asks founders to apply here.

Focus

Consumer BrandsFragranceAI

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Who is Diana Melencio?

Diana Melencio is a General Partner for the Brand Capital Fund at XRC Ventures. She provides commentary on consumer brands, AI, and the fragrance market.

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