A Marketing Analytics grad turned VC operator passionate about building ecosystems, amplifying founder voices, and driving strategic growth.
At Dipalo Ventures, I lead investor relations, support fundraising, and work across platforms and diligence to align capital with climate-focused innovation.
I’m also the Founder of Mental Polaroids, where I lead mental health storytelling and marketing initiatives. I am a proud Alumni Board Member at Chicago:Blend, serving on the Ops & Governance Committee to drive equity in VC.
With a marketing, venture, and business development background, I thrive at the intersection of strategy, relationships, and impact.
Monika Razdan has been a guest on 1 episode.
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Backing Hardtech: A VC’s Perspective with Dipalo Ventures
July 14th, 2025 | Season 2 | 46 mins 48 secs
In this episode of The Hardtech Podcast, hosts DeAndre Harakas and Grant Chapman sit down with Rafiq and Monica from Dipalo Ventures, a venture capital firm backing ambitious hard tech startups. They unpack the realities of investing in hardware: long timelines, capital intensity, and the critical role of early user validation. The conversation explores why community, patience, and deep technical conviction are essential for success in hard tech and how founders and funders can better align around the journey.