We’re not just here for the cap table. We’re here for the whole climb — from early momentum to full-scale velocity and eventual exit.
A venture studio built to go the distance.
42 Ventures partners with founders at every stage, combining capital, operational firepower, and brand clarity to build companies that matter.
We were founded on a simple belief: bold founders shouldn’t have to do it alone. Whether you're just getting started, scaling fast, or positioning for acquisition — we show up with strategic conviction, executional support, and sleeves rolled up.
Early-stage venture capital
Growth-stage strategy and scale support
M&A advisory and brand preparation
What we do
Brand strategy, creative, and GTM execution
Long-term partnership, not short-term gains
Category creation and brand architecture
Ron is a global business leader recognized for scaling companies through M&A and enterprise transformation. As CEO of Exela, he grew revenue tenfold to $1.5B, expanded operations to 50+ countries, and guided its IPO. He now leads 42 Ventures Group, bringing decades of executive and board experience to drive client growth.
Ron Cogburn
Principal
Michael Alfonsi
Michael is a financial leader with 30+ years in treasury, fintech, and capital markets. At Exela, he launched nine new digital products, generating $155M in revenue, and managed global solutions for 300+ banks. Now at 42 Ventures Group, he helps clients advance digital finance, capital raises, and investor relations.
EVP, Digital & Financial Transactions
Brad is a brand strategist and entrepreneur with more than a decade of experience shaping ventures from the ground up. At 42 Ventures, he leads brand and go-to-market strategy, helping portfolio companies grow with clarity and impact.
Brad Neathery
Brand Strategist
Aiden Franklin
Aiden is a creative executive with 15+ years of experience shaping brands through strategy, campaigns, and product launches. He has led creative work for national and global companies and now drives brand and creative strategy to scale portfolio companies at 42 Ventures.
Creative Director
Clayton Sykes
Clayton is a finance professional with experience in M&A, due diligence, and corporate strategy. He has worked across industries to evaluate opportunities, manage integrations, and support growth. At 42 Ventures, he helps source, structure, and execute deals that strengthen portfolio value.
Strategy, M&A
Kendra Barnes
Kendra is a strategic leader with 15+ years of experience in operations and growth initiatives. As cofounder of BRNS, she scaled a consultancy managing multimillion-dollar projects, and now applies her expertise to M&A and portfolio growth at 42 Ventures.