Speakers

Arlan Hamilton is a boundary-pushing entrepreneur, author, and cultural catalyst reshaping how innovation and opportunity are built. She founded Backstage Capital, a $30M fund with investments in more than 200 underestimated founders, cementing her legacy as a trailblazer in inclusive investing. Today, Arlan’s focus spans entrepreneurship, sports, and wealth-building education. She co-founded the women’s professional basketball league 3XBA and leads dynamic entrepreneurial communities and learning platforms that equip people to build businesses and generational impact. A three-time author and dedicated philanthropist, Arlan and her mother have launched scholarship programs at major institutions worldwide to support rising innovators and creators.

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