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Unlikely Collaborators

Unlikely Collaborators is a nonprofit storytelling, experiential and philanthropic organization that helps people examine the mental models, beliefs and personal narratives shaping their perception and relationships. It creates films, podcasts, conversations, immersive gatherings and practical reflection tools around founder Elizabeth R. Koch’s Perception Box framework, and supports community organizations through grants and creative partnerships. Its published Unlikely Investments strategy also backs leaders and early-stage companies, particularly at seed and Series A in mental health and wellness, neurotechnology and psychedelic medicine. Backpack Healthcare independently names it as an equity-round participant. Current website terms and privacy identify the operator as Unlikely Collaborators, Inc.; the brand’s investment activity does not establish a separately raised venture fund or identify every historical legal subscriber.

Team

Alan ZaragozaSenior Specialist, IT
Christof KochExternal Adviser (own advisory directory)
David FleischmanHead of Technology and Business Operations
Elizabeth R. KochFounder; Chief Executive Officer
Gina GonzalesHead of Marketing
Hana ChungOperations Specialist
Irshad ManjiExternal Adviser (own advisory directory)
James McLearyExternal Adviser (own advisory directory)
Jesse SternDigital Content Director
Kelly BoysExternal Adviser (own advisory directory)
Lisa Feldman BarrettExternal Adviser (own advisory directory)
Lisa JanneyHead of Operations
Lisette OsterlohHead of Digital and Social Media
Misha BirmeleArt Director
Molly CarpenterSenior Specialist
Paige HarbachExecutive Assistant
Sarah HabermanHead of Community and Impact
Scott RoweHead of Communications
Zach GorenChief Operating Officer; Chief Financial Officer

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