Webinar
AI Goes Nuclear
Join Drew Wandzilak, Principal of Alumni Ventures’ U.S. Strategic Tech Fund, and Mike Collins, CEO and Founder of Alumni Ventures, as they examine why AI’s growing energy demands are placing nuclear power at the center of the technology and investment landscape.
Drew and Mike will explore the collision between rapidly expanding AI infrastructure and the need for reliable, scalable energy. They’ll discuss why nuclear is receiving renewed attention and how investors can evaluate the technical, commercial, and strategic forces shaping the sector.
Whether you’re tracking AI infrastructure, energy innovation, or strategic technology, this session will provide a clear view of why these markets are converging. Register to understand how AI is accelerating the nuclear renaissance — and where venture opportunities may emerge.
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Why Attend?
- HomeUnderstand why AI’s power demands are driving renewed interest in nuclear energy
- HomeLearn how investors assess commercialization and strategic fit in this capital-intensive sector
- HomeExplore where venture-backed innovation may emerge across the nuclear ecosystem
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About your presenters
Drew has worked in high-growth industries as both an investor and operator, focusing on how people and technology interact within organizations. As a long-time investor with Alumni Ventures, he has worked across multiple funds and internal initiatives. He has worked on National and State level political campaigns, focusing on Small Business and Entrepreneurial policy. Drew holds a BS from Northwestern University in Education and Social Policy, specializing in Learning & Organizational Development. He also served as an Ambassador for Northwestern’s Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation and was recognized in Chicago Inno’s 25 under 25.
Mike has been involved in almost every facet of venturing, from angel investing to venture capital, new business and product launches, and innovation consulting. He is the CEO of Alumni Ventures and launched AV’s first alumni fund, Green D Ventures, where he oversaw the portfolio as Managing Partner and is now Managing Partner Emeritus. Mike is a serial entrepreneur who has started multiple companies, including Kid Galaxy, Big Idea Group (partially owned by WPP), and RDM. He began his career at VC firm TA Associates. He holds an undergraduate degree in Engineering Science from Dartmouth and an MBA from Harvard Business School.