Emily Dinu

Emily Dinu is the Founder and Managing Partner of Numinous Capital, an Atlanta-based venture capital firm investing in early-stage deep tech, hard tech, and life sciences. A proud Georgia native, Emily is dedicated to backing companies that have the power to transform critical industries and fortify national resilience.

With two decades of experience in direct investment, venture fund building, and startup operations, Emily has facilitated over $500 million in capital flows. To date, she has led investments totaling over $80 million, assisted funds in raising $310 million, and helped startups secure over $200 million in funding.

Emily specializes in working with scientific founders to bridge the 'translational gap' by aligning deep technical breakthroughs with the operational expertise and market strategy required for commercial success. She is recognized for discovering high-potential, non-obvious talent early on and supporting companies positioned to create enduring economic value.