A Co-Investor of Choice for Discerning Founders
We co-invest alongside your lead VC — and the real reason founders bring us in is the network. A dedicated AV Platform team puts our worldwide community of founders, operators, and investors to work for you, when and how you need it.
Backing Founders with Capital and Community
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A lot of investors speak about value add, but David and the team at Blue Ivy & Alumni Ventures actually provide value. In nearly every deal and with every entrepreneur that approaches me about raising money I share the not-so-secret weapon suggestion of Alumni Ventures.
Alumni Ventures is unique in that they have a large group of venture investors all over, representing all of the different alumni communities. It is such a great organization to have with us. The talents, the network, and honestly the investment power all comes under one umbrella which ends up being very helpful to us.
Green D Ventures has been a great partner through multiple rounds of fundraising. We’ve been excited to work with passionate Dartmouth alumni to build our business and appreciate all the support that they’ve given us as we’ve grown.
From the start, Purple Arch Ventures was thoughtful and easy to work with, achieving the delicate balance of in-depth diligence and respect for a small startup team’s time. It has been a great partnership throughout our growth journey.
One of the things that was important to us was getting in contact with HubSpot. HubSpot kind of pioneered Inbound. A day later, here is three people and we are going to work these intros for you. There are a couple top name VCs out there that won't even do that.
A lot of investors speak about value add, but David and the team at Blue Ivy & Alumni Ventures actually provide value. In nearly every deal and with every entrepreneur that approaches me about raising money I share the not-so-secret weapon suggestion of Alumni Ventures.
Alumni Ventures is unique in that they have a large group of venture investors all over, representing all of the different alumni communities. It is such a great organization to have with us. The talents, the network, and honestly the investment power all comes under one umbrella which ends up being very helpful to us.
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In Your Corner
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Low friction
We don't lead, renegotiate deals, or elbow anyone out. We're built to co-invest cleanly alongside your lead. - Home
No BS
We're radically transparent about process and check size, so you know what to expect. - Home
Help when asked
We respect your time. We don't create busywork. When you ask for help, we work hard to deliver.
Where We Fit Best
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Stage
Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A–B. We also invest later when it matches our model and we can be useful. - Home
Role
We’re strictly a co-investor. We don’t take board seats or set terms. - Home
Checks
$100K to $10M, with a typical sweet spot of $1M–$3M.
Already have a lead VC? Let’s talk.
AV engages after a lead VC is secured and our diligence is complete. Here’s what happens next:
- You share the round details. Stage, lead, dynamics, and where you think we can add value.
- We screen fast. Usually within a few days. We’re not a bottleneck.
- If it’s a fit, we run diligence. Disciplined and founder-respectful — no unnecessary back-and-forth.
- One clean check. A clear answer either way. If it’s a no, we’ll be direct.
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Raising Capital — or Want to Refer a Company ?
Tell us about your company and the round you’re raising. Once you submit, we’ll review the details. If it fits our model and our current portfolio needs, one of our investment teams will reach out to schedule a call.
AV Platform
From day one, our Platform team is working for you — connecting you to the right people, amplifying your brand, and helping you scale. The right support, at the right time.
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AV Platform Hub
Your home base. A private app for portfolio companies to request services, search community members and events, and access everything the Platform offers. - Home
Huddles
Meet fellow founders in person and online — through CEO Dinners, Happy Hours, and events across AV's network and partner community. - Home
AV Experts
Access seasoned operators, advisors, and business-development contacts across industries — real guidance, real relationships. - Home
Board Search
Find the right independent board members for your stage and sector. - Home
Test Drive
Sharpen your pitch and get honest fundraising feedback before you’re in the room. - Home
AV Media
Get your story in front of AV's network — brand amplification that actually reaches the right audience. - Home
AV Desks
Workspace when you’re on the road. Good work doesn’t stop when you travel. - Home
Spirits and Startups
Partner with AV to co-host an event and get in front of our network of founders, investors, and operators.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Access to 850,000+ community members, recruiting support, pitch coaching, co-working, event partnerships, and much more. Our Platform team gets to work for you from day one.
Pre-Seed to Series B; $100K–$10M checks, typically $1M–$3M.
No. We are a strict co-investor and generally do not set terms.
No — it can help, but we back great entrepreneurs broadly.
After a lead VC is secured.