Webinar
The Quantum Frontier: A Look Inside Our Alumni Ventures Portfolio
Join Alumni Ventures Managing Partner Chris Sklarin for a deep dive into the cutting-edge world of quantum computing through the lens of AV’s unique portfolio.
This session will explore how Alumni Ventures identifies, evaluates, and supports pioneering startups in the quantum space—one of the most transformative and fast-evolving areas of technology. Chris will share insights into the companies we’ve backed, the strategic opportunities within the field, and how investors can participate in shaping the next frontier of computing.
Whether you’re a quantum novice or a seasoned tech investor, this webinar will provide valuable context on what’s driving growth and innovation in the industry. You’ll leave with a better understanding of the real-world applications, investment rationale, and long-term potential of quantum technologies. Reserve your spot today to learn how Alumni Ventures is helping investors access this exciting and high-impact category.
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Why Attend?
- HomeLearn how Alumni Ventures evaluates and invests in quantum startups across sectors
- HomeGet a closer look at specific quantum companies backed by AV
- HomeUnderstand the broader market trends shaping quantum innovation and investor opportunity
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About your presenter
Overview
Chris Sklarin is Managing Partner of the Castor Fund at Alumni Ventures, where for over seven years he has led investments in transformative technology companies redefining how we compute, communicate, and cure. He has deployed more than $120 million across all stages—from seed to growth—building Castor Ventures and expanding the portfolio to over 150 companies. The Castor portfolio features industry leaders such as Algorand, Boldin, Capital RX, Enable, Groq, Ocient, Qedma, RapidSOS, Synchron, and Unlearn AI, each tackling high-impact problems with ambitious solutions.
With over 20 years in venture capital and more than a decade in product development and sales engineering, Chris has also held venture roles focused on enterprise and mobile investments, served as Director of Business Development at a biomedical venture accelerator and an early-stage firm, and sourced seed-stage deals at JumpStart, a nationally recognized venture development organization in Cleveland. Chris holds an SB in Electrical Engineering from MIT and an MBA from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley.
Funds actively worked on
- Castor Ventures
- Syndications
Investment Areas of Focus:
Chris targets companies at the forefront of software, AI, data infrastructure, and connectivity, backing teams that are not just innovating but reengineering the physical and digital infrastructure powering the modern world. He believes the next generation of breakthrough companies will emerge from foundational shifts in technology and is committed to supporting the leaders driving that transformation.
A core component of Chris’s strategy is leveraging the powerful innovation engine of the MIT ecosystem. As an MIT alumnus, he taps this network to source compelling investment opportunities and connect with top-tier investors. Chris’s investment approach is informed by his early career as a software and sales engineer, with technical expertise in databases, telecom systems, and software architecture. This hands-on background sharpens his diligence and ability to assess technical complexity and market viability.