[andykmaguire]

"Ben is using his power and time (and trust me he is the only one doing this) to build and advocating and acting on the design and construction of an authentic network that facilitates participation and adoption of the culture."

The above statement is completely false. Two examples of many - Dave McClure at 500 Startups and Mitch Kapor at Kapor Capital, among others, are deeply dedicated to building highly diverse networks of talent and capital that encompass diversity in every respect you mentioned and more.