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June 13th 2024
An Introduction to Bascom Ventures
Join us for a live, 45-minute webinar to learn about Bascom Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ Wisconsin-focused venture capital fund, and meet the investment team responsible for building the portfolio.
by Alumni Ventures
April 16, 2024
2 min read
Episode #1: High Heels on the Job Site
Join Mike Collins, Co-Founder and CEO of Alumni Ventures (AV), as he delves into discussions with Bundle founder Janna Wanzdilak on her pioneering tech company, AV Principal Naren Ramaswamy on trending VC topics, and AV Managing Partner Laura Rippy on the evolving role of women in the venture ecosystem.
by Alumni Ventures
April 12, 2024
5 min read
Connectivity & Compute
At the heart of every industrial revolution lies a critical element. A resource that propels society into a new age of innovation. What is the defining resource of our time? This blog will propose connectivity and compute as the focus of the next revolution.
by Pete Mathias
April 10, 2024
2 min read
Episode #2: The Innovation Room
Welcome to “The Innovation Room,” where Luke Antal, Co-Founder of Alumni Ventures, presents the latest developments in the world of VC, technology, and entrepreneurship. In this episode, we will focus on Alumni Ventures’ strategic hire of Jack Barlow as the new Chief Business Development Officer. We will also explore the exciting realm of robotaxis and their potential impact on future urban mobility. Additionally, we will unveil the intriguing collaboration between Prada and Axiom Space.
by Alumni Ventures
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May 29th 2024
Masterclass Live! The Art of Evaluating of Venture Deal
Join us for an upcoming episode of our “Masterclass Live!” Series with Alumni Ventures’ Chief Investment Officer Mark Edwards and Deputy CIO Andy Ervin. In this session, you’ll discover how to evaluate a deal, walk through the process our own investment teams use to invest in promising startups and learn how you, too, can invest in startups just like this through our Foundation Fund.
by Alumni Ventures
April 8, 2024
8 min read
Ten "Year One" Tips From a Unicorn Founder
Reflecting on his initial year at TravelPerk, Ron Levin offers ten foundational tips for new founders. His advice encapsulates the essence of entrepreneurship: balancing vision with practical execution to create a scalable and successful venture.
by Ron Levin
April 4, 2024
1 min read
AVTV: Summer
Summer is the ultimate solution for vacation home buyers, offering data-driven assistance in finding, designing, and managing properties for optimal short-term rental performance.
by Alumni Ventures
April 2, 2024
10 min read
Where Are All The Female CTOs?
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the role of Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) has never been more pivotal. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption and importance of agile solutions, catapulting CTOs to the forefront of organizational strategy.
by Meera Oak
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May 28th 2024
The Mechanics of Investing in Yard Ventures
Join the Yard Ventures team for an exclusive webinar on how to invest in the fund. Yard Ventures is Alumni Ventures’ fund for Harvard alumni and friends of the community.
by Alumni Ventures
March 30, 2024
5 min read
Inclusive Ownership
The sports industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with new opportunities emerging for investors to participate in team ownership. Traditional barriers to entry, such as exorbitant costs, are being challenged, paving the way for a more inclusive ownership landscape. This trend is not only democratizing investment opportunities but also encouraging community engagement and diversity. In this blog, I’ll dive into the reasons for and the opportunities resulting from this change.
by Greg Baker
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April 16th 2024
Fund Introduction & Portfolio Update: Stadium Avenue, Comm Ave, and Yoshino Ventures
Watch our on-demand webinar on three of Alumni Ventures’ funds: Stadium Avenue Ventures, Yoshino Ventures, and Comm Ave Ventures.
by Alumni Ventures
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June 11th 2024
Deal Evaluation presented by Lakeshore Ventures and Purple Arch Ventures
Join us for this upcoming webinar to learn about Purple Arch Ventures and Lakeshore Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ Northwestern-focused and UChicago-focused venture capital funds. In this session, you’ll discover how to evaluate a deal, walk through the process our own investment team uses to invest in promising startups and learn how you, too, can invest in startups like this. Register below today.
by Alumni Ventures
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