Coleen Danielle Natividad
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I am (Dr.) Coleen Danielle C. Natividad, a business leader, entrepreneur, and advocate passionate about building impactful ventures that create opportunities and meaningful change. I am the founder of multiple initiatives across marketing, real estate, consulting, media, and startup development, including Markeret, an influencer marketing agency connecting brands with local Filipino creators, as well as Natividad Ventures and several community-driven organizations.
With an academic background from Asian Institute of Management and Southville International School and Colleges, I continuously pursue innovation, leadership, and lifelong learning, while supporting startups, entrepreneurs, and emerging talent. My work is driven by the belief that business can be both growth-oriented and purpose-driven, creating value not only for companies but also for communities and future generations.
Experience
MARCH 2026 - PRESENT
DUAL VENTURE PARTNER
Initio Capital
AI-native venture firm and studio
•Identifies, evaluates, and engages high-potential startup founders prepared for fundraising
•Builds and maintains a qualified pipeline of investment-ready opportunities by conducting founder outreach, initial screening, and alignment with investor criteria
•Facilitates introductions between founders and venture capital partners, ensuring readiness in pitch materials, business models, and growth strategies.
•Identifies, qualifies, and engages investors actively seeking startup investment opportunities
•Builds and manages a strong pipeline of venture capital firms, angel investors, and strategic partners aligned with startup funding needs
•Facilitates investor-founder introductions and supports capital-raising initiatives through targeted outreach, relationship management, and investment readiness coordination
MARCH 2026 - PRESENT
STARTUP CONSULTANT
Crystex
Pioneering fundraising company in blockchain and Web3 space
•Mentors, evaluates, and recommends high-potential startups for investment and strategic partnership opportunities within the firm
MARCH 2026 - PRESENT
SENIOR VENTURE SCOUT
LvlUp Ventures
One of the world’s top venture capital firms, according to number and amount of current investments
•Retained as a Senior Venture Scout after LvlUp Ventures’ change in investment strategy for the Philippines
•Selected as one of a few Filipino achievers to join LvlUp Ventures, responsible for identifying high-potential startups globally for investment within the LvlUp VC ecosystem.
Education
2012 - 2014 - De La Salle University - BS in Commerce, Major in Management of Financial Institutions (with units)
2015 - 2018 - Southville International School and Colleges - BSBA Human Resource Management
2020 - 2022 - Asian Institute of Management - Masters in Business Administration
2020 - 2021 - Yale University - Certificate in Business
2021 - The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Certificate in Business
2025 - present - Columbia University - Certificate in Business
2025 - present - University of the People - Certificate in Business
2026 - present - University of Perpetual Help System DALTA Las Pinas - Doctor in Business Administration
