In this episode of Live with Living Cities, host Justin Charles speaks with Sydney Thomas, Conductor at Symphonic Capital, about reimagining venture capital to serve the 99%. Sydney shares how her personal journey shaped Symphonic’s mission, why intentional growth strategies like seed-strapping matter, and the role of storytelling and representation in building inclusive ecosystems.

She also spotlights investments like Canopie, Scout, and Lōvu Health, showing how Symphonic ties business success to social impact. The conversation closes with Sydney’s advice for founders and investors, and her vision for the legacy Symphonic Capital will leave.

 Learn more at symphoniccapital.com and livingcities.org