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March 10th 2025
How to Invest in Bleecker Street Ventures
Join our presentation to learn about Bleecker Street Ventures. This is an excellent opportunity to meet the team and hear about their approach to investing in private-stage companies. This presentation will be led by Ludwig Schulze and Rob Adams.
by Alumni Ventures
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February 10th 2025
How to Invest in Bleecker Street Ventures
Join our presentation to learn about Bleecker Street Ventures. This is an excellent opportunity to meet the team and hear about their approach to investing in private-stage companies. This presentation will be led by Ludwig Schulze and Rob Adams.
by Alumni Ventures
January 23, 2025
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Episode #88: Three Breakthroughs: The Latest in AI, Net Neutrality, Drones
Mike Collins and guest Lucas Pasch kick off 2025 with a dynamic exploration of transformative tech trends. They discuss AI’s explosive growth, from OpenAI’s groundbreaking updates to NVIDIA’s vision for physical AI, heralding a new era where robots think, adapt, and act. The conversation shifts to the implications of the recent net neutrality repeal, examining how it might reshape internet access and innovation. Finally, they highlight how advancements in drones and autonomous vehicles—like Amazon’s delivery program and Waymo’s self-driving taxis — are revolutionizing logistics and mobility. Get ready for an inspiring ride through the future of technology!
by Alumni Ventures
January 16, 2025
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Alumni Ventures Invests in Reactiv to Improve Mobile Commerce with AI-Powered Innovation
MANCHESTER, NH, Jan. 16, 2025 — Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is a proud investor in Reactiv. Founded by three from Toronto, two Shopify alums, the company is transforming the mobile commerce landscape with its groundbreaking AI-powered platform. AV invested in Reactiv’s recent $5 million seed round led by Bonfire Ventures, with participation from Foxe Capital, Anthemis, and Daher Capital.
by Alumni Ventures
January 16, 2025
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Alumni Ventures Invests in Bloomfilter to Revolutionize Software Development
MANCHESTER, NH, Jan, 16, 2025 — Alumni Ventures (AV), one of the world’s most active venture capital firms, is a proud investor in Bloomfilter. The company’s enterprise software planning application provides complete visibility into software development projects in order to improve the process and outcomes. AV invested in the company’s $7 million seed round led by Magarac Venture Partners, with participation from Sequoia, HPA, North Coast Ventures, Techstars, and Pacific Western Bank.
by Alumni Ventures
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January 28th 2025
The Case for Sports Investment Part 2: An Interview with Malcolm Lemmons of Vetted Sports
Building on the insights from Part 1, discover how leading VCs approach sports as a distinct asset class within their portfolios.
by Alumni Ventures
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February 27th 2025
Demo Day Round Up - Hot Trends Emerging from Top Incubators and Accelerators
Join us for an exclusive webinar, Demo Day Round Up – Hot Trends Emerging from Top Incubators and Accelerators, hosted by Mike Collins, Founder and CEO of Alumni Ventures. As a seasoned venture capital leader, Mike will dive into Y Combinator’s most promising trends for 2024, shedding light on the sectors and strategies shaping the next generation of breakout startups.
by Alumni Ventures
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February 11th 2025
MasterClass - How VCs Think Part 1
Discover what it takes to think like a venture capitalist in this exclusive MasterClass, led by Alumni Ventures Founder and CEO Mike Collins. Drawing on decades of experience building and investing in successful startups, Mike will guide you through the mindset, strategies, and decision-making frameworks that define the world’s leading venture capitalists.
by Alumni Ventures
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March 6th 2025
Two Lakes Ventures Last Call
The deadline for Two Lakes Ventures Fund 3 is around the corner and the team is beginning to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Join us for this live presentation as Partner, Yev Gelfand, gives an overview of Two Lakes Ventures and explains how the team constructs a fully diversified venture portfolio.
by Alumni Ventures
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April 8th 2025
Franklin Street Ventures Last Call
The deadline for Franklin Street Ventures Fund 3 is around the corner and the team is beginning to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Join us for this live presentation as Senior Principal, Keaton Nankivil, gives an overview of Franklin Street Ventures and explains how the team constructs a fully diversified venture portfolio.
by Alumni Ventures
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March 6th 2025
Comm Ave Ventures Last Call
The deadline for Comm Ave Ventures Fund 3 is around the corner and the team is beginning to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Join us for this live presentation as Partner, Yev Gelfand, gives an overview of Comm Ave Ventures and explains how the team constructs a fully diversified venture portfolio.
by Alumni Ventures
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February 6th 2025
Opportunity Knocks: Final call to Invest in Spike Ventures
The deadline for Spike Ventures Fund 8 is around the corner and the team is beginning to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Join us for this live presentation as Managing Partner, Todd McIntyre, gives an overview of Spike Ventures and explains how the team constructs a fully diversified venture portfolio.
by Alumni Ventures
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