Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, New Hampshire, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in seed and early-stage investments, as well as late-stage pre-IPO opportunities, with a flexible approach that is sector and geographic agnostic. Alumni Ventures aims to provide high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who may not have had access to venture capital previously. The firm focuses on backing companies that have an alumni connection and are led by established institutional investors with expertise in their respective fields. Additionally, Alumni Ventures offers focused funds that enable accredited investors to access a diverse portfolio of investments across various types, sectors, stages, and geographies.
Managing Partner, Castor Ventures and Strawberry Creek Ventures
Brittney Wade
Senior Associate, Seed Fund and Doctors Innovate Fund
Drew Wandzilak
Senior Associate, Green D and Yard and Strategic Tech Fund
Sarah Worden
Venture Scout
Ray Wu
Managing Partner-Web3 / Blockchain Fund
Michael Yuann
Director of Investment Operations
Matthew Caspari
Managing Partner, Strawberry Creek and amp; Deep Tech
Ron Levin
Managing Partner, AV Seed Fund and Doctors Innovate Fund
Past deals in Solar Energy
Mojave Energy Systems
Series A in 2024
Mojave Energy Systems specializes in providing energy-efficient air conditioning solutions designed for commercial building applications, such as grocery stores, hospitals, schools, and natatoriums. The company manufactures advanced equipment, including a thermally regenerated liquid desiccant air conditioner that not only enhances indoor comfort but also operates reliably. This innovative system costs approximately the same as competing products while delivering significant energy savings, using about half the energy of traditional air conditioning systems. By focusing on reducing energy consumption and minimizing the carbon footprint associated with air conditioning, Mojave Energy Systems enables clients to achieve cost savings and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Solor
Pre Seed Round in 2024
SolOr is a supplier of techniques for creating integrated photovoltaic systems and paint based on nanomaterials. They offer photovoltaic technology, building-integrated photovoltaics technology, and quantum dots.
QuitCarbon
Pre Seed Round in 2023
QuitCarbon is a software and data platform designed to assist homeowners in transitioning to clean and electric energy. The company develops personalized electrification plans that guide users through the adoption of various technologies, including heat pumps, induction cooking, electric vehicle charging, solar panels, and batteries. By providing these tailored plans, QuitCarbon aims to help homeowners create healthier and more environmentally friendly living spaces.
Mojave Energy Systems
Seed Round in 2023
Mojave Energy Systems specializes in providing energy-efficient air conditioning solutions designed for commercial building applications, such as grocery stores, hospitals, schools, and natatoriums. The company manufactures advanced equipment, including a thermally regenerated liquid desiccant air conditioner that not only enhances indoor comfort but also operates reliably. This innovative system costs approximately the same as competing products while delivering significant energy savings, using about half the energy of traditional air conditioning systems. By focusing on reducing energy consumption and minimizing the carbon footprint associated with air conditioning, Mojave Energy Systems enables clients to achieve cost savings and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Enact
Series A in 2022
Enact’s Software platform is transforming how solar and energy storage projects are designed, deployed and managed, with thousands of users in 20+ countries. Enact’s platform enables sales teams to design, price and sell remotely, finalize contracts and track project execution. End-customers can also leverage Enact’s platform to manage their solar and energy storage transition and track financial outcomes.
Enact
Seed Round in 2021
Enact’s Software platform is transforming how solar and energy storage projects are designed, deployed and managed, with thousands of users in 20+ countries. Enact’s platform enables sales teams to design, price and sell remotely, finalize contracts and track project execution. End-customers can also leverage Enact’s platform to manage their solar and energy storage transition and track financial outcomes.
Sunfolding
Series B in 2019
Sunfolding, Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of solar mounts and trackers for photovoltaic systems. The company's flagship product, the Sunfolding T29 Horizontal Single Axis Tracker, incorporates innovative AirDrive technology, which replaces traditional tracker motors and gearboxes with durable, wear-free components. This advancement simplifies the design and installation process, enhances layout flexibility, and increases overall system reliability. Sunfolding aims to provide cost-effective solutions that improve performance for stakeholders in the solar sector. The company's executive team comprises industry veterans with extensive experience in developing and launching solar technologies, contributing to the growing adoption of solar energy solutions across the United States.
Point Load Power
Venture Round in 2019
Point Load Power is a renewable energy company focused on delivering solar energy solutions specifically designed for commercial and industrial buildings with flat rooftops. The company assists building owners in enhancing the value of their properties by developing and marketing innovative energy technology services. Its offerings include rooftop solar tracking systems that aim to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs for both owners and tenants. Through its specialized approach, Point Load Power seeks to contribute to a more sustainable future while providing practical benefits to its clients.
Sunfolding
Venture Round in 2018
Sunfolding, Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of solar mounts and trackers for photovoltaic systems. The company's flagship product, the Sunfolding T29 Horizontal Single Axis Tracker, incorporates innovative AirDrive technology, which replaces traditional tracker motors and gearboxes with durable, wear-free components. This advancement simplifies the design and installation process, enhances layout flexibility, and increases overall system reliability. Sunfolding aims to provide cost-effective solutions that improve performance for stakeholders in the solar sector. The company's executive team comprises industry veterans with extensive experience in developing and launching solar technologies, contributing to the growing adoption of solar energy solutions across the United States.
Soofa
Seed Round in 2015
Soofa is a female-founded company established in 2014, originating from MIT and Harvard. It specializes in enhancing urban environments by integrating technology into public spaces to improve citizen engagement and experiences. The company develops solar-powered digital kiosks and smart signboards that serve as outdoor advertising platforms for city planners and local businesses. Soofa's digital signs display community-related content, local events, and real-time transit updates, fostering a connection between residents and their neighborhoods. Additionally, the Soofa Talk platform allows community members to contribute content to the signs, ensuring diverse voices are represented in public communication. Through its innovative approach, Soofa aims to make cities smarter, more social, and sustainable.
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