Webinar
Chestnut Street Ventures Presents: Investing in Times of Uncertainty
Join Alumni Ventures partners Brian Keil and Mason Hale for an insightful discussion on how venture capital can thrive even in unpredictable markets.
This session, hosted by Chestnut Street Ventures, will explore why investing during periods of uncertainty often leads to outsized returns. Brian and Mason will share historical data, current market signals, and the strategic mindset required to navigate downturns with confidence.
Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how Chestnut Street Ventures approaches portfolio construction, risk management, and opportunity spotting in challenging times. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to venture, this webinar will offer actionable takeaways and timely perspective. Reserve your spot today to learn how to stay ahead in uncertain conditions.
Why Attend?
- HomeLearn why economic downturns can be fertile ground for venture investing
- HomeUnderstand how Chestnut Street Ventures identifies and evaluates resilient startups
- HomeHear how strategic investing today can pay off in tomorrow’s market rebound
Alumni Ventures is America’s largest venture capital firm for individual investors.
About your presenters
Brian is a seasoned venture capitalist with over 20 years of investing experience across a range of industries. Before joining Chestnut Street Ventures, Brian was the Managing Director for New York Ventures, the venture capital arm of the State of New York. Prior to that, he was VP of Strategy & Corporate Development at Arbitron (now Nielsen Audio) and a Managing Director at the Peacock Fund, the venture capital arm of NBC Universal. Before joining the Peacock Fund, Brian worked at GE Capital and Bain & Co. Brian holds an MBA in Finance from The Wharton School and a BS in Industrial Engineering from The University of Southern California.
Venture Analyst
Before joining Chestnut Street Ventures, Mason attended Waseda Business School in Tokyo, Japan where he earned an MSc in Finance and wrote a master’s thesis linking founders’ attributes and strategic partnerships to firm performance in new ventures. While attending Waseda Business School, Mason was selected as a G51 Venture Scholar and participated in the Global Venture Catalyst where he served as a graduate startup advisor. Mason also holds a BA in Economics from The University of Texas at Austin.