Webinar
Triphammer Presents: Venture Capital 101
Join Alumni Ventures Brian Keil and Wesley Yiu for an engaging introduction to the fundamentals of venture capital, hosted by Triphammer Ventures.
This webinar is designed for investors who want to understand how venture works, why it’s a valuable component of a diversified portfolio, and how Alumni Ventures makes investment decisions across early- and growth-stage startups. Brian and Wesley will share insights on sourcing, diligence, portfolio construction, and the unique approach Triphammer Ventures takes in curating high-potential investments.
Whether you’re new to the asset class or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will provide valuable perspective into the world of VC. There will be time for audience Q&A to address your questions about how to get involved and make the most of your venture journey. Reserve your spot today to gain foundational knowledge and discover how Triphammer Ventures fits into the broader Alumni Ventures ecosystem.
Why Attend?
- HomeLearn how Triphammer Ventures manages risk and identifies opportunity in uncertain times
- HomeGain insight into the team’s investment process and current portfolio strategy
- HomeHear directly from the Triphammer team about long-term trends shaping the venture landscape
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About your presenters
Brian is a seasoned venture capitalist with over 20 years of investing experience across a range of industries. Before joining Alumni Ventures, Brian was the Managing Director for New York Ventures, the venture capital arm of the State of New York. Prior to that, he was VP of Strategy & Corporate Development at Arbitron (now Nielsen Audio) and a Managing Director at the Peacock Fund, the venture capital arm of NBC Universal. Before joining the Peacock Fund, Brian worked at GE Capital and Bain & Co. Brian holds an MBA in Finance from The Wharton School and a BS in Industrial Engineering from The University of Southern California.
Wesley brings a cross-disciplinary approach to venture investing, grounded in a deep curiosity for how advanced technologies can reshape legacy industries. His work focuses on the convergence of vertical software, AI, and automation—areas where domain expertise meets technical innovation to unlock entirely new business models. At Alumni Ventures, Wesley is a Partner, where he leads investments at the intersection of deep tech and sector-specific applications. He is particularly interested in companies developing AI-native software and robotics platforms that drive efficiency and transformation in complex industries. His sector focus includes healthcare, legal, manufacturing, logistics, and financial services, where purpose-built solutions are often required to deliver impact.
Funds actively worked on:
- Triphammer Ventures
Investment Areas of Focus:
Wesley’s investment thesis centers on the power of verticalized AI—software and automation tools designed for high-value, high-complexity sectors. He gravitates toward founders who embed technical insight into sector-specific challenges, creating products with durable competitive advantages and scalable market fit. Beyond software, Wesley is also passionate about robotics and the future of human-machine collaboration, exploring opportunities in autonomous systems, industrial robotics, and next-gen interfaces.
His recent investments reflect this dual thesis: OfferFit, a machine learning platform optimizing customer engagement; Iambic Therapeutics, an AI-driven drug discovery company; Wander, a vertically integrated smart home hospitality platform; Glacier, a robotics company tackling recycling and waste automation; and Arc, which streamlines financial operations for startups. These companies demonstrate Wesley’s conviction that the next wave of transformative innovation will come from deeply integrated, intelligent systems tailored to the needs of specific industries.