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December 1, 20211 min read
CEO Mike Collins' Interview with The Daily Upside
The Daily Upside recently interviewed Alumni Ventures’ CEO Mike Collins about the growing interest in venture investing and how Alumni Ventures is making VC widely accessible to accredited investors.
by Alumni Ventures
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 Webinar - December 9th 2021
Spike Ventures Portfolio Update and Perspectives on Investing Trends
The deadline for Spike Ventures Fund 5 is around the corner and the team is already beginning to deploy capital and build out the portfolio. Watch a short 10-minute snippet of our presentation reviewing the Spike Ventures portfolio and providing the team’s perspective on emerging technology areas that are attracting significant venture capital.
by Hanh Pham
November 30, 20212 min read
ZenBusiness: Helping Small Businesses Thrive
Starting a business is a highly rewarding but challenging feat. Managing cash flow, maintaining proper time management, and finding the best support and applicable funds are just a few of the many challenges facing entrepreneurs. However, with the proper help and guidance, new businesses can easily overcome these hurdles.
by Alumni Ventures
November 29, 20212 min read
Obligo: Reviving the Landlord and Renter Relationship
Renting can be an excellent option for those who want to avoid the price tag or permanency of homeownership. As of 2019, renters made up about 36% of the nation’s 122.8 million households. However, while renting offers many benefits, there is still the financial burden of expensive security deposits.
by Alumni Ventures
November 29, 20211 min read
AVTV: Seed Startup Spotlight
Alumni Ventures TV is an opportunity for our portfolio companies to broadcast their elevator pitch and most salient asks to our community. Hear from the Founders and CEOs of four seed-stage portfolio companies about the inspiration behind their businesses and how they’re positioned to scale into promising, later-stage ventures.
by Alumni Ventures
November 29, 202110 min read
Alternative Investments 101
Once you’ve established a public market portfolio, adding alternative assets can be an attractive next step. Here’s a guide to understanding “alts” and how you might start investing.
by Alumni Ventures
November 29, 20211 min read
AVTV: Rhone
AVTV features Rhone, a high-performance activewear company for men. AVTV videos feature Alumni Ventures’ portfolio companies sharing their stories and asks with our community.
by Alumni Ventures
November 29, 20211 min read
AVTV: Front Financial
AVTV features Front Financial, the developer of stock analysis and strategic investment tools. AVTV videos feature Alumni Ventures’ portfolio companies sharing their stories and asks with our community.
by Alumni Ventures
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 Webinar - December 7th 2021
A Conversation with Bascom Ventures' Portfolio Company CEOs
Bascom Ventures Fund 5 is now open and the team will soon begin to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Watch a short snippet of our panel webinar featuring Bascom Ventures’ portfolio company CEOs, who will share information on their companies, the current environment for startups, and their experience working with Bascom Ventures.
by Hanh Pham
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 Webinar - December 9th 2021
Blue Ivy Ventures' Perspectives on Tech Investing in VC
Watch our on-demand, 30-minute presentation about Blue Ivy Venture’s perspective on secular trends in technology and venture capital.
by Hanh Pham
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 Webinar - December 7th 2021
Waterman Ventures Portfolio Roundup
The deadline for this year’s Waterman Ventures Fund is around the corner and the team is already beginning to deploy capital and build the portfolio. Watch our 40-minute on-demand webinar to hear Managing Partner Ludwig Schulze discuss some of the investments already made and how the team will continue to build a fully diversified venture portfolio.
by Hanh Pham
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 Webinar - December 7th 2021
Meet the Castor Ventures Team
Watch our short webinar snippet to learn about Castor Ventures, Alumni Ventures’ MIT-focused venture capital fund, and meet the investment team responsible for building the portfolio.
by Hanh Pham

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