Fara Bakare is an investor at Anthos Capital and the founder and president of On The Pulse, a 📝Stanford University-based organization that fosters culture and creativity through curated workshops and dinners. Fara Bakare’s career includes positions as an intern at HOMECOMING, where she contributed to event production and communications, and as an advisor to Mysterious, supporting go-to-market strategies and campus launches. She has also served as a brand ambassador for Basic.Space and established STEM in Africa, a non-profit dedicated to expanding STEM education and opportunities for African youth. Previous professional experiences span Warner Music Africa, MarketForce, and other organizations, highlighting a consistent focus on social impact, entrepreneurship, and community development. Bakare’s portfolio reflects expertise in event management, product development, and educational outreach, with particular attention to empowering young people and underrepresented communities in STEM fields. Recognized as the "Vibes Director" (VD), she is noted for a philosophy rooted in improvisation, adaptation, and purposeful engagement, drawing on influences from Japanese Zen concepts such as ikigai and the beginner’s mind, and often referencing figures like Mike Tyson and Leonard Cohen to illustrate themes of resilience and lifelong learning.
I met Fara through the 📝Consumer Packaged Goods Directory (CPGD) community in July 2025.