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October 19th 2023
Pioneering the Final Frontier: A Conversation with Leaders of Cutting-Edge Space, Satellite and Infrastructure Companies
Watch this on-demand exploration of the final frontier and the exciting startups leading the way. Our exclusive webinar invites you to hear from esteemed space industry leaders for an in-depth analysis of the sector’s remarkable growth and development.
by Alumni Ventures
September 11, 2023
Why the Potential of Superconductors Could Create Significant Investment Opportunities
The potential of superconductor technology has introduced the world to what could eventually become one of the breakthrough technological discoveries in human history, easily on par with the discovery of electricity, steam power, and generative artificial intelligence. It certainly has the attention of VCs, who immediately grasped how this transformative tech could fundamentally reshape the modern economy.
by Alumni Ventures
September 8, 2023
Ossium Health: Streamlining Stem Cell Therapies
Alumni Ventures portfolio company Ossium Health is well-positioned to develop a leading solution in the global stem cell therapy market, projected to reach $31.4 billion by 2030. Powered by the world’s largest bone marrow donor bank, Ossium is leveraging an unprecedented amount of data on stem cell behavior and characteristics to develop therapies for blood, immune, and inflammatory diseases.
by Alumni Ventures
September 7, 2023
5 min read
Taking a Closer Look at Alumni Ventures’ Seed Fund
Our Seed Fund allows accredited investors to own a diversified portfolio of ~20-30 venture-backed pre-seed and seed-stage companies — rigorously vetted and scored by our experienced teams. Each vintage features high-tech game-changers and disruptive business models from a variety of sectors and geographies.
by Alumni Ventures
September 6, 2023
2 min read
Zapata AI: Accelerating the Quantum Revolution
Alumni Ventures portfolio company Zapata AI has developed a hardware and software stack that lets corporations use AI and quantum computing to address their hardest problems. Zapata tailors solutions to enterprises’ domain-specific, industrial-scale business problems to drive growth, savings, and unprecedented insight.
by Alumni Ventures
September 6, 2023
2 min read
VC 101: Why Relationships Matter in VC
Access to top deals can often be driven by who you know. Based on the science behind “six degrees of separation,” our growing network of 600,000 community members provides broad access to the entire VC universe.* In this episode of VC 101, AV Co-Founder and CCO Luke Antal discusses the importance of relationships in successful venture investments.
by Luke Antal
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November 6th 2023
An Introduction to Towerview Ventures
Watch this on-demand presentation about Towerview Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ fund for Duke alumni and friends of the community. The discussion was led by Towerview Ventures Managing Partner Greg Baker and Senior Associate Matt Jones. It is open to all alumni and friends of Duke University.
by Alumni Ventures
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October 17th 2023
How to Invest in Green D | Examples from our AI Portfolio
Watch this on-demand presentation about Green D Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ Dartmouth-focused venture capital fund. This is an excellent opportunity to see the Green D Ventures team and hear their approach to investing in private-stage companies.
by Alumni Ventures
September 2, 2023
6 min read
5 Reasons to Consider Making Venture Capital Part of Your Financial Legacy
When people are asked what they’ll pass along to the next generation, the first things that come to mind are likely physical objects such as heirlooms, properties, or classic cars. But a truly impactful financial legacy bestows value far beyond what a piece of personal property can typically yield.
by Alumni Ventures
August 29, 2023
1 min read
Scenes from Axiom Space’s Historic AX-1 Mission
AV portfolio company Axiom Space became the first organization to deliver an all-private crew of astronauts to the International Space Station. Watch exclusive footage from the launch and read why our team was impressed by Axiom’s technical innovations, highly experienced flight team, and strong conviction from investors.
by Alumni Ventures
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September 21st 2023
Investing in 116 Street Ventures Using Retirement Funds and Cash Equivalents
Watch this on-demand presentation about 116 Street Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ Columbia-focused venture capital fund. This is an excellent opportunity to see 116 Street Ventures Managing Partner Ludwig Schulze and hear about how you can invest in venture capital with your retirement funds.
by Alumni Ventures
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October 18th 2023
Spike Ventures: Trends in Venture Capital
Watch this on-demand presentation about Spike Ventures’ perspective on exciting growth drivers attracting significant venture capital investments. Having a framework to assess investment opportunities and identify long-term value creation is key. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about trends in VC and within the Spike Ventures Fund 7 portfolio. The discussion was led by Spike Ventures’ Managing Partner Todd McIntyre. This presentation is open to all alumni and friends of Stanford University.
by Alumni Ventures
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