Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in major cities across North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies with an alumni connection and supported by established institutional lead investors. Alumni Ventures aims to provide accredited investors, particularly alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, with access to diversified venture portfolios that span various sectors and geographic regions. The firm typically invests between $0.01 million and $3 million and does not require board or observer seats in its portfolio companies. Through its managed fund families, Alumni Ventures enables investors to participate in a collaborative investment approach, fostering connections among alumni while facilitating investment opportunities in innovative ventures.

Rob Adams

Managing Partner

Gail Ball

Venture Scout

Andrew Baum

Vice President, Treasury and Capital Management

David Beazley

Executive Partner

Ali Byrd

Investor Advisory Council Member

Matt Caspari

Managing Partner, Strawberry Creek and amp; Deep Tech

Matt Castellini

Senior Associate

Helen Chen

CEO Services Analyst

Cainon Coates

Managing Partner

Michael Collins

CEO

Thomas Edwards

Associate

Yev Gelfand

Investor

Mason Hale

Senior Associate, Chestnut Street and Triphammer Ven

Jin Kim

Senior Vice President, Office of Investments

Lucas Kirshenbaum

VC Investor

Ron Levin

Managing Partner, AV Seed Fund and Doctors Innovate Fund

Jess Liu-Brown

Principal

Michael Madden

Co-Founder and Investment Professionals

Jonathan Meltzer

Managing Partner

Tom Meyer

Managing Partner, Nassau Street

Keith Murphy

Director, Video Programs

David Muson

CFO

Aisha Robinson

Comms Team VP of Strategic Communications

Saad Shaheen

Investor Operations Manager

Stephen Stolzenberg

Senior Associate

Justin Strausbaugh

Managing Partner, Lakeshore

Brittney Wade

Senior Associate, Seed Fund

Sarah Worden

Venture Scout

Wesley Yiu

Partner

Henri Yuan

Investor

Michael Yuann

Director of Investment Operations

Past deals in Semiconductor

Finwave

Venture Round in 2022
Finwave Semiconductor specializes in the development of advanced gallium nitride (GaN) transistors and integrated circuits (ICs) tailored for 5G communications and power conversion applications. The company utilizes a unique 3DGaN technology, specifically its differentiated fin field-effect transistor (FinFET) design, to enhance the performance of high-volume applications such as radio frequency front end (RFFE) systems for mobile devices. This innovative approach allows Finwave to create semiconductor materials with distinct properties, contributing to advancements in electronics and energy management.

Syntiant

Series D in 2022
Syntiant is moving artificial intelligence and machine learning from the cloud to edge devices. Syntiant’s advanced chip solutions merge deep learning with semiconductor design to produce ultra-low-power, high performance, deep neural network processors for always-on applications in battery-powered devices, such as smartphones, smart speakers, earbuds, hearing aids, and laptops. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Irvine, California.

Luminous Computing

Series A in 2022
Developer of photonics computing chips designed to handle workloads necessary for the artificial intelligence industry. The company's product is an AI training and inference chip that can fit in itself the computing power of supercomputers, enabling organizations to solve the major bottlenecks in communication.

Rigetti Computing

Post in 2022
Rigetti Computing is a full-stack quantum computing company based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Fremont. Founded in 2013, it designs and manufactures quantum integrated circuits and superconducting quantum processors. The company packages and deploys these chips in low-temperature environments and develops accompanying control systems to perform quantum logic operations. Rigetti also offers a cloud services platform, Quantum, which facilitates the integration of its quantum machines into various cloud environments. Additionally, it provides Forest, a programming and execution environment that supports the development of quantum applications. With a focus on near-term applications in computational chemistry and machine learning, Rigetti aims to advance practical quantum computing through its proprietary technology and infrastructure, which enables seamless integration with both public and private cloud systems. The majority of its revenue is generated in the United States.

Sepion Technologies

Series A in 2021
Sepion is an advanced membrane company offering a platform suite of highly-tunable nanoscale membranes for multiple industrial markets.

SHINE Technologies

Series C in 2021
SHINE Medical Technologies, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of medical tracers and cancer treatment elements, specializing in isotopes used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The company produces molybdenum-99, which is essential for imaging and diagnosing conditions such as cancer and heart disease. Additionally, SHINE offers Iodine-131 for the treatment of thyroid cancer and related conditions, as well as Iodine-125, which is utilized in brachytherapy for various cancers. The company also provides Xenon-133, an inhalable gas that assists in evaluating lung function and blood flow in the brain. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, SHINE serves both domestic and international markets with its innovative medical solutions.

Analog Inference

Series A in 2021
Analog Inference is a company focused on advancing neural computing through innovative technology. Founded by experienced professionals from the computing industry and supported by Khosla Ventures, the company is developing its first generation of products. It specializes in deep sub-threshold analog in-memory computation, which allows for the execution of complex neural networks at full resolution while maintaining low latency and eliminating the need for active cooling. This technology enables the performance of data-center-grade artificial intelligence workloads with significantly reduced power consumption, facilitating the deployment of server-class networks in more cost-effective devices.

Mythic

Series C in 2021
Mythic Inc. is a technology company that specializes in designing and developing silicon chips and artificial intelligence (AI) processing units. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an office in Austin, Texas, Mythic focuses on creating analog matrix processors that enable AI capabilities across a range of devices, from fitness bands and hearing aids to self-driving cars and robotic drones. The company’s flagship products include the M1076 Analog Matrix Processor and various PCIe and M.2 cards. Mythic's technology integrates hybrid digital and analog computations within flash arrays, providing desktop-grade compute power in a compact form factor while maintaining performance, energy efficiency, and accuracy. The company has assembled a diverse team of experts in neural networks, software design, and processor architecture to advance AI deployment in real-world environments.

NeuReality

Seed Round in 2020
NeuReality is a semiconductor start-up that designs AI-as-a-service infrastructure. It addresses the challenges posed by the growing deployment of AI in the cloud, edge, and fog systems.

Citrine Informatics

Venture Round in 2020
Citrine Informatics, Inc. is a technology company that operates an artificial intelligence platform focused on materials development. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, with an additional office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company specializes in aggregating and analyzing extensive technical data related to materials, chemicals, and devices. Its platform leverages machine learning and data science to enhance research and development, manufacturing, and supply chain operations for organizations involved in physical product production. By facilitating the discovery of new materials and identifying defects early in the research process, Citrine Informatics aims to streamline product growth and design, thereby transforming the materials and chemicals development landscape.

Ionobell

Seed Round in 2020
They are a battery R&D company with expertise in battery material development and cell development. They bring a combined several decades of energy storage, Li-ion, and fabrication knowledge and experience, in both academia and industry alike. They have found a way to build the greenest battery in the world by using unwanted materials around us. We have a mission of minimizing environmental impact while continuing to power our lives.

Ayar Labs

Venture Round in 2020
Ayar Labs, Inc. develops advanced optical interconnect solutions, specializing in high-density electronic-photonic chiplets and lasers. Its flagship product, TeraPHY, is a monolithic in-package optical I/O solution designed for applications demanding high bandwidth, low latency, and energy efficiency in short-reach interconnects. Complementing TeraPHY, the company offers SuperNova, a multiwavelength light source that provides continuous wave light essential for TeraPHY's operation. By utilizing patented technologies based on industry-standard silicon processing techniques, Ayar Labs aims to enhance interconnect bandwidth density while reducing power consumption, thereby transforming traditional electrical interconnects in the semiconductor and computing sectors. The company's innovations are applicable across various industries, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, telecommunications, aerospace, and military applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Emeryville, California, Ayar Labs is committed to addressing the challenges posed by increasing data volumes through the miniaturization of fiber optic transceivers.

SHINE Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
SHINE Medical Technologies, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of medical tracers and cancer treatment elements, specializing in isotopes used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The company produces molybdenum-99, which is essential for imaging and diagnosing conditions such as cancer and heart disease. Additionally, SHINE offers Iodine-131 for the treatment of thyroid cancer and related conditions, as well as Iodine-125, which is utilized in brachytherapy for various cancers. The company also provides Xenon-133, an inhalable gas that assists in evaluating lung function and blood flow in the brain. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, SHINE serves both domestic and international markets with its innovative medical solutions.

Rigetti Computing

Series C in 2020
Rigetti Computing is a full-stack quantum computing company based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Fremont. Founded in 2013, it designs and manufactures quantum integrated circuits and superconducting quantum processors. The company packages and deploys these chips in low-temperature environments and develops accompanying control systems to perform quantum logic operations. Rigetti also offers a cloud services platform, Quantum, which facilitates the integration of its quantum machines into various cloud environments. Additionally, it provides Forest, a programming and execution environment that supports the development of quantum applications. With a focus on near-term applications in computational chemistry and machine learning, Rigetti aims to advance practical quantum computing through its proprietary technology and infrastructure, which enables seamless integration with both public and private cloud systems. The majority of its revenue is generated in the United States.

Securrency

Series A in 2020
Securrency, Inc. is a financial technology company that specializes in the tokenized issuance and trading of securities. Established in 2015 and based in Riva, Maryland, Securrency operates additional offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Abu Dhabi. The company’s platform integrates legacy financial services with modern distributed ledger technologies, allowing for efficient trading of illiquid asset classes. Its protocol supports various distributed ledgers, including Ethereum and Stellar, facilitating the seamless movement of tokens both on-chain and off-chain. By focusing on security and compliance, Securrency aims to enhance the transparency, efficiency, and accessibility of financial services, connecting investors seeking returns with asset owners, startups, and fund managers in need of capital.

Inchfab

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Inchfab specializes in custom microchip manufacturing, offering proprietary tools that cater to the microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) market. The company's microfabrication platform enables clients to prototype and produce low volumes of highly customized microchips economically. By focusing on the semiconductor and micromechanical Internet of Things (IoT) chip markets, Inchfab provides essential manufacturing capabilities that facilitate the design and production of specialized devices.

Securrency

Venture Round in 2019
Securrency, Inc. is a financial technology company that specializes in the tokenized issuance and trading of securities. Established in 2015 and based in Riva, Maryland, Securrency operates additional offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, and Abu Dhabi. The company’s platform integrates legacy financial services with modern distributed ledger technologies, allowing for efficient trading of illiquid asset classes. Its protocol supports various distributed ledgers, including Ethereum and Stellar, facilitating the seamless movement of tokens both on-chain and off-chain. By focusing on security and compliance, Securrency aims to enhance the transparency, efficiency, and accessibility of financial services, connecting investors seeking returns with asset owners, startups, and fund managers in need of capital.

Particle

Series C in 2019
Particle Industries, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive platform designed for the prototyping, scaling, and management of Internet of Things (IoT) products. The company offers a range of hardware development kits, including the Photon for Wi-Fi projects and the Electron for cellular-connected devices, along with various accessories like antennas and USB shields. Particle also delivers software tools such as Tinker, a mobile application for remote control, and Particle Build, a web-based development environment that allows users to write and deploy code easily. Its cloud platform facilitates secure interactions with connected devices through modern APIs, supporting developers in creating intelligent web services. With over 150,000 product builders across more than 170 countries, including notable clients like NASA and SpaceX, Particle has established itself as a key player in the IoT landscape. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Shenzhen, China, the company has been recognized for its innovation and impact in the IoT sector.

Sense Photonics

Series A in 2019
Sense Photonics, Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of advanced light detection and ranging (LiDAR) solutions tailored for autonomous vehicles, drones, robotics, and industrial automation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, the company specializes in solid-state LiDAR sensors that utilize proprietary laser arrays and modular architecture to create reliable, high-performance 3D sensing systems. These sensors generate detailed 3D maps of a vehicle's surroundings, functioning effectively in various weather conditions and lighting scenarios. The technology is protected by over 200 patents and is designed to meet the stringent performance, reliability, and cost requirements of the automotive and industrial sectors, facilitating advancements in assisted and autonomous driving applications.

FLEx Lighting

Series B in 2018
FLEx Lighting II, LLC is a nanotechnology and optics company based in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in Changzhou, China. Established in 2008, the company specializes in light transmission solutions, notably producing the world's thinnest and most flexible LED light guide film. FLEx develops illuminated films and tablet-sized reflective displays aimed at enhancing clarity and design flexibility for various applications. Its product offerings include consumer and educational tablets, as well as portable devices tailored for industrial, medical, and Internet of Things (IoT) sectors. The company's innovative approach utilizes standard Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) to create high-performance front light products for reflective LCD displays and e-paper technology.

SimpleMachines

Series A in 2018
SimpleMachines, Inc. is a semiconductor design and development company based in Madison, Wisconsin, established in 2016. It specializes in creating a Software-Defined Compute platform that addresses the evolving demands of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, machine learning, robotics, and big data. As traditional computing systems face limitations due to the end of Moore's Law and the increasing complexity of software, SimpleMachines offers a programmable platform that allows for real-time hardware optimization. This innovative approach contrasts with conventional single-purpose systems, which are costly, time-consuming to develop, and often become obsolete upon deployment. The company's platform enables software developers to enhance application performance by dynamically reconfiguring hardware, thus supporting a wide range of use cases and ensuring adaptability in rapidly changing technological environments.

Vesper

Series B in 2018
Vesper Technologies Inc. is an electrical and electronic manufacturing company based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and production of piezoelectric MEMS microphones. Founded in 2009, Vesper focuses on delivering innovative microphone solutions for various applications, including mobile handsets, tablets, and other audio-related products. The company's mission is to provide voice-powered solutions across diverse markets globally.

SHINE Technologies

Series B in 2018
SHINE Medical Technologies, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of medical tracers and cancer treatment elements, specializing in isotopes used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The company produces molybdenum-99, which is essential for imaging and diagnosing conditions such as cancer and heart disease. Additionally, SHINE offers Iodine-131 for the treatment of thyroid cancer and related conditions, as well as Iodine-125, which is utilized in brachytherapy for various cancers. The company also provides Xenon-133, an inhalable gas that assists in evaluating lung function and blood flow in the brain. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin, SHINE serves both domestic and international markets with its innovative medical solutions.

Rigetti Computing

Series C in 2017
Rigetti Computing is a full-stack quantum computing company based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in Fremont. Founded in 2013, it designs and manufactures quantum integrated circuits and superconducting quantum processors. The company packages and deploys these chips in low-temperature environments and develops accompanying control systems to perform quantum logic operations. Rigetti also offers a cloud services platform, Quantum, which facilitates the integration of its quantum machines into various cloud environments. Additionally, it provides Forest, a programming and execution environment that supports the development of quantum applications. With a focus on near-term applications in computational chemistry and machine learning, Rigetti aims to advance practical quantum computing through its proprietary technology and infrastructure, which enables seamless integration with both public and private cloud systems. The majority of its revenue is generated in the United States.

Consumer Physics

Series C in 2017
Consumer Physics Inc., based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in the development and distribution of molecular sensors under the SCiO brand. Since its incorporation in 2011, the company has focused on empowering consumers and businesses to analyze the composition of materials using its compact near-infrared spectrometer. The SCiO device connects to smartphone applications and a cloud-based database of material fingerprints, allowing users to access real-time material analysis. Additionally, Consumer Physics provides a platform for businesses and third-party developers to create customized molecular sensing models and mobile applications, facilitating data-driven decisions that can help reduce food waste and enhance operational efficiency in industries such as food and agriculture. The SCiO DevKit offers developers the necessary tools and support to innovate in this area.

Particle

Series A in 2016
Particle Industries, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive platform designed for the prototyping, scaling, and management of Internet of Things (IoT) products. The company offers a range of hardware development kits, including the Photon for Wi-Fi projects and the Electron for cellular-connected devices, along with various accessories like antennas and USB shields. Particle also delivers software tools such as Tinker, a mobile application for remote control, and Particle Build, a web-based development environment that allows users to write and deploy code easily. Its cloud platform facilitates secure interactions with connected devices through modern APIs, supporting developers in creating intelligent web services. With over 150,000 product builders across more than 170 countries, including notable clients like NASA and SpaceX, Particle has established itself as a key player in the IoT landscape. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Shenzhen, China, the company has been recognized for its innovation and impact in the IoT sector.

FINsix

Venture Round in 2016
FINsix Corporation, founded in 2010 as a spinout from MIT LEES Laboratory, specializes in developing advanced power electronic systems. The company is recognized for its innovative VHF power conversion technology, operating at switching frequencies between 30 and 300 MHz. Its flagship product, the DART adapter, is notable for its compact design, being four times smaller and six times lighter than conventional laptop adapters, thus making it the smallest in the world. The DART adapter features a built-in USB port, allowing users to charge both laptops and additional USB devices simultaneously from a single electrical socket. FINsix holds twenty issued and pending patents, reflecting its commitment to high power density and performance in consumer electronics. The company is based in Menlo Park, California, and has established a strategic partnership with Toyota Industries Corporation to enhance its market presence.

FINsix

Series B in 2015
FINsix Corporation, founded in 2010 as a spinout from MIT LEES Laboratory, specializes in developing advanced power electronic systems. The company is recognized for its innovative VHF power conversion technology, operating at switching frequencies between 30 and 300 MHz. Its flagship product, the DART adapter, is notable for its compact design, being four times smaller and six times lighter than conventional laptop adapters, thus making it the smallest in the world. The DART adapter features a built-in USB port, allowing users to charge both laptops and additional USB devices simultaneously from a single electrical socket. FINsix holds twenty issued and pending patents, reflecting its commitment to high power density and performance in consumer electronics. The company is based in Menlo Park, California, and has established a strategic partnership with Toyota Industries Corporation to enhance its market presence.
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