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In just eight years, Alumni Ventures has grown from a single-fund startup to become one of the most active venture firms in the world.
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February 1, 2023
1 min read
One Startup To Know: Persefoni
Welcome to One Startup to Know. This series examines some of AV’s most impactful and innovative portfolio companies that exemplify our investment ethos.
by Jin Kim
January 31, 2023
2 min read
VC 101: ChatGPT
AV Co-Founder Luke Antal’s VC 101 video series provides insights on venture capital essentials. In this episode, AV’s Chief Community Officer presents a video exploring how companies from all industries can benefit from ChatGPT.
by Luke Antal
January 31, 2023
10 min read
Meet AV's 2023 Venture Fellows
Alumni Ventures is excited to welcome its January 2023 cohort of the Venture Fellow Program (VFP). The program is a one-of-a-kind career accelerator and educational experience that offers a groundbreaking on-ramp to a career in venture capital (VC).
by AV Communications Team
January 30, 2023
2 min read
3 Reasons to Diversify With VC
Venture capital investing is no longer just for institutions. Alumni Ventures is designed to let you join forces with other accredited investors, access professional-grade investments, and diversify your portfolio beyond public markets.*
by AV Communications Team
January 25, 2023
2 min read
VC Masterclass: 5 Investing Principles to Navigate Uncertain Times
Welcome to VC Masterclass where we help you think like a VC by offering an expert point of view on venture capital investing. Today we offer 5 tips that can help you refocus your finances in 2023, from the benefits of diversification to avoiding the pitfalls of market timing.
by Anton Simunovic
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February 8th 2023
An Introduction to Lakeshore Ventures
Join us for a live, 45-minute presentation about Lakeshore Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ UChicago-focused venture capital fund. This is an excellent opportunity to meet Lakeshore Ventures Managing Partner Justin Strausbaugh and hear about his approach to investing in private-stage companies.
by AV Communications Team
January 12, 2023
1 min read
One Startup to Know: Pact
Welcome to One Startup to Know. This series examines some of AV’s most impactful and innovative portfolio companies that exemplify our investment ethos.
by Jin Kim
January 10, 2023
1 min read
AVTV: Included
AVTV features Included, a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) data platform providing companies with real-time DEI analytics, insights, and actions. AVTV videos feature Alumni Ventures’ portfolio companies sharing their stories and asks with our community.
by AV Communications Team
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February 9th 2023
An Introduction to the AI Fund
Join us for a live, 45-minute presentation about the AI Fund, one of Alumni Ventures’ Focused Funds. Chief Investment Officer Anton Simunovic and Executive Vice President Peter MacEwan will lead the discussion. There will be time for open questions during the call.
by AV Communications Team
January 10, 2023
2 min read
Analog Inference: Lower Power, Higher Performance
As artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) continue disrupting many industries, companies are increasingly turning to compute-intensive applications. However, achieving and maintaining the extremely large amount of processing these workloads require is extremely difficult due to the inadequacy of existing hardware that can’t manage low power needs — especially in edge markets such as surveillance, smart retail, smart city, mobile phones, and other edge devices.
by AV Communications Team
January 9, 2023
2 min read
Indigov: Communication Platform for Elected Officials
Winning an election is a rewarding and exciting accomplishment. However, the work doesn’t end there for elected officials. They also have to maintain a positive and healthy relationship with their constituents. Additionally, individual voters communicate through digital channels more than ever before, resulting in a higher expectation of receiving fast and personal responses.
by AV Communications Team
January 9, 2023
5 min read
Synchron: Overcoming Neurological Disorders Through Technology
For those living with neurological disorders, routine tasks can often become insurmountable obstacles. Seemingly straightforward activities — such as checking email, texting a family member, or managing personal finances — become difficult endeavors. Some patients can ultimately regain their cognitive abilities through months and sometimes years of rehabilitation, but these treatments don’t always lead to recovery. While experimental implants exist, they are often prohibitively invasive, requiring major brain surgery to utilize.
by AV Communications Team
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