Alumni Ventures Group

Alumni Ventures Group is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with offices across North America. It provides access to venture investing for individual accredited investors, particularly alumni networks, by offering diversified portfolios of venture opportunities and allowing members to invest alongside fellow alumni in ventures led by peers. The firm backs early-stage and later-stage opportunities across technology, consumer, healthcare, financial services, and other sectors, with a sector- and geography-agnostic approach. It typically invests between $10,000 and $3 million per deal and emphasizes the involvement of alumni connections and an institutional lead investor in opportunities. Alumni Ventures also offers focused funds to broaden participation, enabling accredited investors to access venture portfolios diversified by type, sector, stage, and geography. The model aims to democratize access to venture capital while maintaining rigorous selection standards through alumni networks.

Rob Adams

Managing Partner

Andrew Baum

Vice President, Treasury and Capital Management

David Beazley

Managing Partner

Ali Byrd

Investor Advisory Council Member

Marco A. Casas

Senior Investment Principal, Basecamp Fund

Matthew Caspari

Managing Partner

Matt Castellini

Senior Associate

Helen Chen

CEO Services Analyst

Cainon Coates

Managing Partner

Michael Collins

Investor

David Cynn

Managing Partner

Thomas Edwards

Associate

Nancy Fechnay

Principal

Yev Gelfand

Investor

Mason Hale

Senior Associate, Chestnut Street and Triphammer Ven

Erik Hammer

Partner

Brian Keil

Managing Partner

Jin Kim

Senior Vice President, Office of Investments

Jess Liu-Brown

Principal

Michael Madden

Co-Founder and Investment Professionals

Todd McIntyre

Managing Partner

Jonathan Meltzer

Partner

Keith Murphy

Director, Video Programs

David S. Muson

CFO

Kayla Phillips

Senior Associate

Aisha Robinson

Comms Team VP of Strategic Communications

Ludwig Schulze

Managing Partner

Matt Scott

Managing Partner

Saad Shaheen

Investor Operations Manager

David Shapiro

Managing Partner

Anton Simunovic

Investor

Chris Sklarin

Managing Partner

Stephen Stolzenberg

Senior Associate

Justin Strausbaugh

Managing Partner

Edward Tsai

Managing Partner

Drew Wandzilak

Senior Associate, Green D and Yard and Strategic Tech Fund

Larry Warnock

Managing Partner

Sarah Worden

Venture Scout

Ray Wu

Managing Partner

Wesley Yiu

Principal

Past deals in North Carolina

Ummino

Seed Round in 2023
Ummino is a company that specializes in precision fermentation technology aimed at the fortified food and beverage sectors. Founded in 2019 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Ummino has developed a method that allows clients to convert common ingredients into high-value functional foods. By unlocking rare compounds found in nature, the company's technology enhances both taste and nutritional value, providing innovative solutions for the food industry.

EasyKnock

Series D in 2023
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in sale-leaseback programs that allow homeowners in the United States to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional loans or moving. Its primary offerings, Sell and Stay and MoveAbility, provide homeowners with financial flexibility, enabling them to access funds while remaining in their homes. Sell and Stay allows homeowners to receive cash for their home's value while retaining the option to buy back their property or relocate at any time. MoveAbility serves as a transitional solution for those planning to move in the near future. By facilitating these transactions, EasyKnock aims to support homeowners in achieving their financial and real estate objectives.

EasyKnock

Series B in 2021
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in sale-leaseback programs that allow homeowners in the United States to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional loans or moving. Its primary offerings, Sell and Stay and MoveAbility, provide homeowners with financial flexibility, enabling them to access funds while remaining in their homes. Sell and Stay allows homeowners to receive cash for their home's value while retaining the option to buy back their property or relocate at any time. MoveAbility serves as a transitional solution for those planning to move in the near future. By facilitating these transactions, EasyKnock aims to support homeowners in achieving their financial and real estate objectives.

Wrench

Series D in 2021
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.

Conversa Health

Series B in 2021
Conversa Health, Inc. is a company that specializes in patient relationship management solutions aimed at enhancing communication between patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with additional offices in New York, Research Triangle Park, and San Francisco, Conversa offers a Virtual Care and Communication Platform designed to improve efficiency, patient engagement, and clinical outcomes. Its Digital Checkup platform automates personalized messaging based on comprehensive patient profiles developed from electronic health records, biometric devices, and self-reported data. The company serves a diverse clientele, including health systems, pharmaceutical companies, payers, and health tech firms, facilitating proactive communication and management of patients in various contexts, such as chronic care, oncology, and wellness. Conversa’s automated care platform effectively engages patients, triaging them to appropriate care settings when necessary, and has been adopted by notable organizations for its COVID-19 Virtual Care Programs, which include symptom checking, patient check-ins, and lab result delivery.

Conversa Health

Venture Round in 2020
Conversa Health, Inc. is a company that specializes in patient relationship management solutions aimed at enhancing communication between patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with additional offices in New York, Research Triangle Park, and San Francisco, Conversa offers a Virtual Care and Communication Platform designed to improve efficiency, patient engagement, and clinical outcomes. Its Digital Checkup platform automates personalized messaging based on comprehensive patient profiles developed from electronic health records, biometric devices, and self-reported data. The company serves a diverse clientele, including health systems, pharmaceutical companies, payers, and health tech firms, facilitating proactive communication and management of patients in various contexts, such as chronic care, oncology, and wellness. Conversa’s automated care platform effectively engages patients, triaging them to appropriate care settings when necessary, and has been adopted by notable organizations for its COVID-19 Virtual Care Programs, which include symptom checking, patient check-ins, and lab result delivery.

Conversa Health

Series B in 2020
Conversa Health, Inc. is a company that specializes in patient relationship management solutions aimed at enhancing communication between patients and healthcare providers. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with additional offices in New York, Research Triangle Park, and San Francisco, Conversa offers a Virtual Care and Communication Platform designed to improve efficiency, patient engagement, and clinical outcomes. Its Digital Checkup platform automates personalized messaging based on comprehensive patient profiles developed from electronic health records, biometric devices, and self-reported data. The company serves a diverse clientele, including health systems, pharmaceutical companies, payers, and health tech firms, facilitating proactive communication and management of patients in various contexts, such as chronic care, oncology, and wellness. Conversa’s automated care platform effectively engages patients, triaging them to appropriate care settings when necessary, and has been adopted by notable organizations for its COVID-19 Virtual Care Programs, which include symptom checking, patient check-ins, and lab result delivery.

Matchwell

Venture Round in 2020
Matchwell LLC, established in 2017 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, operates an online marketplace that connects clinicians with healthcare facilities. The platform allows clinicians to join facility pools of their choice, view available shift information, and communicate directly with hiring managers. With over 50,000 registered clinicians and more than 1,000 contracted sites of care, Matchwell facilitates efficient workforce management by leveraging AI for transparency and flexibility in healthcare staffing arrangements.

Wrench

Series C in 2019
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.

Sense Photonics

Series A in 2019
Sense Photonics, Inc. is a technology company specializing in the development of light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions for various applications, including autonomous vehicles, drones, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016 and based in Durham, North Carolina, Sense Photonics focuses on producing advanced solid-state LiDAR sensors that utilize proprietary laser arrays and 3D depth-sensing technologies. These sensors are designed to create detailed 3D maps of a vehicle's surroundings in diverse environmental conditions, ensuring high performance and reliability without moving parts. The company's innovative approach is supported by a robust portfolio of over 200 patents, positioning it to meet the demands of the automotive sector and drive advancements in autonomous driving and robotics.

Wrench

Series B in 2018
Wrench, Inc. is a mobile auto repair service provider that specializes in offering car and truck repair services directly at customers' homes and offices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company operates in multiple states, including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Wrench offers a comprehensive range of services, including alternator and battery replacement, brake repair, oil and filter changes, diagnostic services, and more. Customers can conveniently book appointments online, making the process accessible and efficient.

Vital Plan

Venture Round in 2018
Vital Plan, Inc. is a company that specializes in producing natural supplements aimed at addressing a wide range of health conditions, including cardiovascular health, digestive issues, immune support, and stress management, among others. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, the company focuses on empowering individuals to take control of their health through transparency and educational resources. Vital Plan provides guided wellness courses, health coaching, and physician-formulated supplement protocols, ensuring that consumers receive credible information and high-quality products. The company also offers a variety of supplements online, promoting a holistic approach to health and well-being.

Groups Recover Together

Venture Round in 2017
Groups Recover Together, Inc. is a healthcare provider specializing in the treatment of opioid addiction through a combination of medication-assisted treatment and therapeutic services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, the company operates private clinics across several states, including California, Indiana, Maine, Michigan, West Virginia, and North Carolina. Its services include the administration of Suboxone (buprenorphine), weekly group therapy sessions, and personalized support to help patients set and achieve life goals. By fostering a supportive community, Groups Recover Together aims to empower individuals to regain control of their lives and pursue long-term recovery from opiate use disorder.

Groups Recover Together

Series B in 2015
Groups Recover Together, Inc. is a healthcare provider specializing in the treatment of opioid addiction through a combination of medication-assisted treatment and therapeutic services. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, the company operates private clinics across several states, including California, Indiana, Maine, Michigan, West Virginia, and North Carolina. Its services include the administration of Suboxone (buprenorphine), weekly group therapy sessions, and personalized support to help patients set and achieve life goals. By fostering a supportive community, Groups Recover Together aims to empower individuals to regain control of their lives and pursue long-term recovery from opiate use disorder.
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