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5 Things To Make Sure You Know About Venture Capital and Alumni Ventures
Since our founding in 2014, we have onboarded more than 10,000 accredited investors into the venture capital asset class. Our investors are successful and used to being “top of the class.” They ask us smart questions. In my roles as Co-Founder and Chief Community Officer, part of my job is to educate prospective investors about this asset class and our offerings. Below are our top 5 items in response to a common question: “What should I know that I may not already be aware of?”
by Luke Antal
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VC 101: The Stages of Investing
Understanding the nuances of the different stages of investing can help accredited investors determine proper allocation and even estimate growth potential. In this episode of VC 101, AV Co-Founder and CCO Luke Antal discusses the specific characteristics of seed, early, and growth-stage companies and the benefits of having a diversified portfolio containing all three.
by Luke Antal
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April 30, 2024
VC 101: Why Venture Capital Makes Sense for RIAs
In the face of increasing competition, shifting investor preferences, and market volatility, Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) are continually seeking innovative strategies to provide clients with a competitive edge. Incorporating venture capital (VC) investments represents a promising avenue for RIAs to transform client offerings and outcomes. In this on-demand webinar, we explore the multifaceted benefits and considerations of incorporating VC into investment portfolios, delving into aspects such as diversification, potential high returns, and the “alpha” of access.
by Alumni Ventures
April 30, 2024
VC 101: A Guide to Venture Capital for RIAs
In the evolving investment landscape, venture capital stands out as a unique asset class, offering wealth managers and financial advisers an opportunity to further diversify their clients’ portfolios beyond traditional stocks, bonds, and the growing options for core alternative assets. In this on-demand webinar, we explain why a VC firm’s expertise, like that of Alumni Ventures, is crucial in guiding RIAs through investing in this high-potential asset class, leveraging their experience to identify promising startups.
by Alumni Ventures
April 30, 2024
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Alumni Ventures Supports Nanopath’s Trailblazing Diagnostics Platform for Women’s Health
MANCHESTER, NH, APRIL 30, 2024 — Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is proud to support Nanopath, a trailblazing molecular diagnostics company focused on women’s health. In 2022, AV invested in Nanopath’s $10 million Series A led by Norwest Venture Partners and the Medtech Convergence Fund, an SV Health Investors Fund. The funding has helped to catalyze further development and commercialization of the company’s biosensing platform.
by Alumni Ventures
April 25, 2024
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LegalTech’s New Frontier in AI: Imagining Future Realities
Reserve your spot and join us in this forward-looking discussion that promises to reshape our understanding of LegalTech and AI. Sign up Today!
by Alumni Ventures
April 23, 2024
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Alumni Ventures Features Aalo Atomics’ Efforts To Revolutionize the Energy Sector
MANCHESTER, NH, APRIL 23, 2024 — Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, was proud to interview Aalo Atomics CEO Matt Loszak for a recent episode of the firm’s Tech Optimist podcast. Aalo is aiming to reshape the energy landscape with its innovative nuclear reactor designs that promise enhanced safety and efficiency.
by Alumni Ventures
April 23, 2024
2 min read
Unleashing the Game-Changers
The world of sports is no stranger to innovation and technological advancements. In recent years, a remarkable transformation has been unfolding at the intersection of sports, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML). This fusion is not just enhancing how athletes perform but is also reshaping the strategies used by coaches and teams.
by Matt Jones
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May 21st 2024
Advice on Going from 0 to 1 from a Unicorn Founding Team
Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Alumni Ventures Seed Fund Managing Partner Ron Levin, who will share his entrepreneurial insights alongside TravelPerk co-founders Avi Meir and Javier Suarez.
by Alumni Ventures
April 22, 2024
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Alumni Ventures Supports Bundle’s Innovative Construction Procurement Platform
MANCHESTER, NH, APRIL 22, 2024 — Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is proud to support Bundle, an innovative startup revolutionizing the construction industry’s procurement process. AV invested alongside Urban Innovation Fund and Slauson & Co. in Bundle’s $4 million seed round in 2023, which will help the company streamline purchasing for small to medium-sized builders by integrating technology into traditional construction processes.
by Alumni Ventures
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May 14th 2024
Connectivity & Compute: The Engines of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Join us for an insightful webinar on the future of connectivity and compute, hosted by Alumni Ventures Strategic Tech Fund Venture Capitalists Pete Mathias and Drew Wandzilak.
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
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April 30th 2024
Where Are All the Female CTOs? Here They Are.
Join our exclusive webinar to hear directly from the groundbreaking female CTOs leading the tech charge in numerous sectors. Reserve your spot today and be part of the conversation driving diversity and innovation in the tech industry.
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
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