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Olympians Shaping the Startup World

Keaton FFSP

Discover the captivating synergy between athleticism and entrepreneurship in our upcoming webinar titled “How Olympians Are Shaping the Startup World.”

Hosted by Keaton Nankivil, a Venture Capitalist at Alumni Ventures Sports Fund, we’ll explore the journeys of athletes such as Christie Jenkins, Malcolm Lemmons, Allyson Felix, and Elton Brand and delves into their impact navigating the startup landscape. Learn firsthand how these individuals leverage their unique experiences to propel startups forward while enhancing their own professional trajectories. Join us for an insightful discussion on the evolving role of athletes in the entrepreneurial sphere, and gain valuable perspectives on the intersection of sports, innovation, and technology.

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    Gain insights into the pivotal role athletes play in startup ecosystems.
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    Explore the diverse paths athletes take to contribute to entrepreneurial endeavors.
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    Understand the significance of technology in national defense and security.
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About your presenter

Keaton Nankivil
Keaton Nankivil

Senior Principal, Sports Fund

Keaton has spent his career focused on high-level teamwork. A proud Wisconsin Basketball alumnus, he started his career playing professional basketball in Europe. He played for and led teams in competitions across Europe, including stops in Germany, Spain, Latvia and Italy. When he returned from overseas, his career focus shifted to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. He has worked with both institutional and corporate venture teams and completed and MBA with a focus on entrepreneurship. He holds a BS in kinesiology from UW-Madison and an MBA from the Nicholas Center for Corporate Finance and Investment Banking from the Wisconsin School of Business.

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