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July 28, 2025
What Does a VC Look for in a Great Founder?
Great founders don’t just spot problems — they’re driven to solve them. In this video, we look at what sets standout entrepreneurs apart: a deep passion for fixing what’s broken and turning that solution into a real business opportunity. Learn what investors look for in founders who create meaningful, market-ready change.
by Alumni Ventures
July 1, 2025
VC in 33: Explaining Venture Capital to My 104-Year-Old Grandmother
How do you explain venture capital to someone who’s 104? In this video, we hear a thoughtful take that redefines VC as a timeless concept: supporting inventors. From friends and family to banks and finally venture investors, it’s the story of bold problem-solvers seeking someone who believes in their vision. At its core, venture capital is simply about backing the next great inventor.
by Alumni Ventures
June 25, 2025
8 min read
America Assembled: Robotics & Trade - #NYTechWeek
Missed America Assembled? Don’t worry! Mike Collins and Ryan Masto break down the most compelling takeaways from this powerful gathering focused on reshaping U.S. supply chains, revitalizing domestic manufacturing, and advancing robotics and automation. Held during #NYTechWeek at the Lucid Studio in New York City’s Meatpacking District, America Assembled brought together founders, investors, and operators driving the hard tech renaissance. The event explored how emerging industrial software and robotics platforms are powering a more resilient, responsive, and strategically independent American economy.
by Alumni Ventures
June 24, 2025
8 min read
VC Meets DC
Held during Georgetown University’s reunion weekend, VC Meets DC brought together founders, investors, and policy influencers for a dynamic evening of insights at Faraday in Washington, D.C. Hosted by Alumni Ventures’ Potomac Ventures Fund, the event featured a candid fireside conversation between Christon Hill and Matt Caspari — AV’s Managing Partner of Potomac Ventures — covering the intersection of venture capital, government policy, and innovation.
by Alumni Ventures
May 29, 2025
What Most People Get Wrong About VC?
Venture capital isn’t just about finding the next big win — it’s also about smart, diversified investing. In this video, Rupika Brito shares how AV’s model focuses on making multiple strategic bets to manage risk and smooth out returns. Learn why diversification is a key part of building a strong, long-term venture portfolio.
by Alumni Ventures
May 22, 2025
VC in 33: Why is Diversification Important in Venture Investing?
Venture capital thrives on a few big wins. In this short explainer, learn why successful VC strategies focus on large, diversified portfolios—typically 50 to 200 companies—to manage risk and increase the odds of capturing breakthrough returns.
by Alumni Ventures
May 21, 2025
Why Are You Passionate About Venture Capital?
What makes venture capital so exciting? In this video, Ron Levin shares how running a VC fund is about more than just returns — it’s about backing visionary founders tackling the world’s biggest challenges. From global health to technology, discover how venture investing can drive large-scale impact while creating powerful opportunities for growth.
by Alumni Ventures
May 21, 2025
How Does Co-Investing Work?
In venture capital, financing rounds rarely involve just one firm. In this video, learn how AV plays a key role as a co-investor alongside other established venture firms like Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, and Benchmark. Michael Collins explains how AV adds value beyond capital — through board support, strategic introductions, and a powerful network that helps secure access to the most competitive deals.
by Alumni Ventures
May 13, 2025
8 min read
Recapping AV's Defying Darwin Night
Missed the Defying Darwin event? Don’t worry! Mike Collins and Drew Wandzilak break down the most compelling insights from this groundbreaking gathering focused on biotech, human potential, and national resilience. The event, themed around “Defying Darwin,” explored how biotechnology is evolving beyond traditional applications like medicine. Today, biology is being reprogrammed for national security, from the weaponization of biology to enhancing human performance. The conversation highlighted emerging innovations and the urgent need for the United States to strengthen its biotech infrastructure to stay competitive globally, particularly against nations like China.
by Alumni Ventures
May 9, 2025
What is Early Stage Venture Investing & Why Does it Matter?
What makes early-stage venture investing so powerful — and risky? In this short video, Michael Collins breaks down why investing in startups at their earliest stages, often before they have a product or customers, can lead to transformative impact and returns. Learn how high risk can bring high reward — for both investors and society.
by Alumni Ventures
May 9, 2025
VC in 33: How Does AV Use Its Network to Support Portfolio Companies?
At Alumni Ventures, our network is our strength. In this video, we share how we leverage our incredible community of investors to support the growth of our portfolio companies. From strategic introductions to sharing industry expertise, our network helps founders thrive. Hear why being part of the Alumni Ventures community means more than just capital — it’s about connections, ideas, and real support.
by Alumni Ventures
May 9, 2025
How Long Does it Take to Make Money in VC?
In venture capital, patience is key. In this video, we break down how long it typically takes to see returns from venture investments. From early down rounds to big exits that can take years, we share insights on why this is a long-term asset class and what to expect when investing in a VC fund. Join us as we explore the journey from investment to potential payoff and why successful exits often come later in the process.
by Alumni Ventures
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