Who we are

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About Us

We are a founder-led venture studio and startup builder empowering bold ideas across AI, tech, and strategy. We partner with innovators to build the foundation for their brands and scale them into market leaders using a proven playbook for success.


Our Mission


We believe that business can be a force for good, and we're committed to building companies that prove this every day. Every brand in our portfolio must pass our "impact test"—does this company make the world measurably better?

Our services

Our Story

Founded in June 2025 by a team of serial entrepreneurs and brand-building experts, Ascendant Ventures was born from a simple observation: the most successful companies aren't just great products—they're great brands with compelling stories, clear positioning, and deep market understanding.


We realized that the traditional startup model was broken. Too many brilliant ideas fail not because of poor execution, but because of weak brand foundation, unclear positioning, or inadequate go-to-market strategy. We set out to change that from day one.

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Our Experts

TAt the heart of our work is a team of experts who combine deep knowledge in technology, innovation, and policy with a passion for creating meaningful impact. With proven experience across global markets, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, they bring the insight and leadership needed to drive bold ideas forward and deliver lasting solutions.t.

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Kishia Wolfe

Founder, Ascendant Ventures


With a background spanning design, operations, and venture development, Kishia brings a strategic and creative lens to building brands that matter. As Co-Founder of Ascendant Ventures, they focus on scaling innovation that drives measurable impact—particularly in sustainability, social equity, and emerging technologies.

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Elizabeth Dudley-Tarpley

Co-Founder, Ascendant Ventures


Elizabeth Dudley-Tarpley is a patented inventor, technology executive, and advocate for digital equity. She is the founder and CEO of Targeted Technology Solutions, a company dedicated to developing inclusive, purpose-driven tech products for children, seniors, and underserved communities. Elizabeth holds the distinction of being the first Black woman to patent spill-proof, antimicrobial hardware designed specifically for young learners.