Meet the Team Driving Change
At Zane, our team has spent years working together with a shared vision—championing founders and driving returns through strategic investments in overlooked founders and opportunities.
As we embark on this next phase, entrepreneurs and investors can be confident that the Zane team stands firm in our commitment to identify high-potential startups, leveraging our extensive networks, and delivering substantial value. Our track record speaks for itself, and we’re ready to continue building alongside those who share our vision.
Shila Nieves Burney
A venture capitalist, Shila Nieves Burney is the Founder and Managing Partner of Zane Venture Fund and the creator of Zane Access, a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing deal flow and founder development in the Southeast. She has built strategic partnerships with institutions like Georgia State, Invest Atlanta, and major corporations, driving investment into alpha generating founders. With over 20 years of experience in investing, program development, and ecosystem building, Shila has transformed capital formation through initiatives that bridge funding gaps for early-stage companies. Shila is a board memeber at CED, and a board advisor at Endeavor. She attended Florida A&M University and executive education programs at UC Berkely. READ MORE
Sig Mosley
Recognized as “The Godfather of Angel Investing” in the Southeast, Sig Mosley has been a leading force in venture capital for over 30 years. He holds the record for the largest Southeast venture deal ($5.7B, TradeX) and has funded over 145 startups with 100+ successful exits. As the Managing Partner of Mosley Ventures and former President of Imlay Investments, he has played a pivotal role in shaping Atlanta’s tech ecosystem. Sig earned a BBA in Accounting from Emory University and an AA in Business Administration from Oxford College. He currently serves on boards including The Imlay Foundation, Silicon Road Ventures, The Russell Center, and Emory and Georgia State Universities.
Von Wright
A seasoned technology transformation and innovation leader, Von Wright has held C-level roles in IT, strategy, marketing, and customer experience. With over 30 years of experience, he has led technology transformation initiatives at Fortune 10 companies, scaling operations from startup to enterprise. His expertise includes launching iconic products like the iPhone, iPad, and Kindle. Von holds an MBA from Cornell University and K.U. Leuven (Belgium) and a BA in Economics from Wabash College. Von has founded a number of “for profit” and “not for profit” companies, and has served on boards of a variety of health-related organizations including: Metro Counseling Services, Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine, and ATW Healthcare.
Shared Vision and Passion
The Zane Network
Our most valuable and impactful asset is the community of people and partners we’ve been fortunate enough to cultivate.
Shaping the Future of Venture Capital
Our 8-Week Summer Internship provides exceptional MBA students with hands-on experience in venture capital, bridging the gap between business education and real-world investing. This immersive opportunity allows participants to contribute meaningfully to the evolving landscape of venture capital while gaining exposure to deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management.
Join us in redefining capital formation and shaping the next generation of investors.
Program Overview
Selected MBA candidates have the opportunity to:
Work directly with our investment team
Participate in deal sourcing and evaluation
Engage with portfolio companies
Develop venture capital expertise through practical experience
Apply classroom learning to real-world investment scenarios
Partner with Us to Drive Results
Investors access high-growth startups led by alpha generating founders, while startups gain capital, mentorship, and a strong network to scale.