Ring Ventures Community Newsletter —September 2022
Content at the intersection of entrepreneurship, venture capital, and our Texas A&M community.
IN THIS ISSUE: Commitment deadline, watch an AVTV feature on Persefoni, join our office grand opening party in Austin, portfolio and community news, and more.
UPCOMING EVENT
Austin Office Grand Opening Party
Friday, September 30, 4:00 – 6:00PM CT
500 West 5th Street
Suite 1105
Austin, TX 78701
Please join us to celebrate the Grand Opening of Ring Ventures and Congress Avenue Ventures’ Austin Office with food, cocktails, and networking. Managing Partners Larry Warnock (Ring Ventures) and Rob Adams (Congress Avenue Ventures) and their teams look forward to meeting and socializing with startup founders, VCs, investors from our existing community, and individuals interested in learning more about investing.
Ring Ventures’ 2022 Fund Deadline for Commitments is September 30
Why We Think Now Is a Great Time to Diversify Into the VC Asset Class
With pricing favoring venture investors, now is a good time to invest in tech startups. Also, only the very best deals are making it through due diligence for all venture firms. The bar is higher — meaning — better companies are receiving funding. There is a “flight to metrics,” and only companies with quantifiable traction are making the grade. So, consider taking some money out of the public markets (we have had a few good weeks) and diversify your portfolio by investing money with Ring Ventures. Interested investors should create an account and log in to Ring’s data room to access all fund materials and make a commitment. If you have any investing questions, connect with us for a short 1×1 call.
New to the fund? Sign up here.
Save The Date: Houston Aggie Golf Tournament
On Friday, September 23, Ring Ventures is co-sponsoring the Houston Aggie Club Golf Tournament at Cypress Lakes Golf Club. Net proceeds benefit the Houston Chapters of the Houston A&M Club, Texas A&M University Hispanic Network, and the Houston Reveille Club. Register Here »
AVTV: Persefoni
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Hear from Kentaro Kawamori, the CEO and Co-Founder of Persefoni (in Ring Ventures’ 2021 Fund) — a climate management and accounting platform that helps organizations measure, analyze, plan, forecast, and report on their carbon footprint. In this video, Kentaro shares why he founded Persefoni, what the big idea behind the company is, the advantages of an ESG/impact startup, Persefoni’s core mission, and the company’s ask from the AV community.
Ring Portfolio Companies in the News
Texas A&M Named #6 in AP College Rankings
As we approach the football season, excitement is building. A&M is ranked number 6 in the AP poll and number 7 in the coaches poll. The first game is Saturday, September 3 against Sam Houston State in Kyle Field.
FOR CURRENT INVESTORS
Thinking of becoming an investor? Access Materials »
Visit Your Club Portal
We invite existing investors to visit your Club portal for updates from Managing Partner Larry Warnock and our team, including webinars and events, Syndications, portfolio news, and more. Visit Club Portal »
AV Talent Referrals
Interested in joining a cutting-edge startup or know someone who might be? Our portfolio companies are growing and always looking for high-caliber talent. Check out their open positions on our job board. If you find a match, fill out this short form, and we will try to make a personal referral. Visit Job Board »
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