116th Street Ventures

Overview

116th Street Ventures is a venture capital fund established by Alumni Ventures, dedicated to investing in companies with ties to Columbia University. The fund primarily focuses on early-stage startups and pre-IPO companies that have a connection to the Columbia community. By pooling capital from accredited Columbia alumni and affiliates, 116th Street Ventures co-invests alongside established venture firms, providing deal access and support to entrepreneurs within the Columbia network. The fund's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, financial services, energy, education, media, retail, transportation, real estate, telecommunications, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and manufacturing. This diverse approach allows 116th Street Ventures to support a broad spectrum of innovative companies. 116th Street Ventures operates with a commitment to fostering entrepreneurship within the Columbia community, leveraging the collective expertise and resources of its alumni network to identify and support promising ventures. The fund's focus on companies with a Columbia connection enables it to build a portfolio that reflects the university's values and strengths, aiming to create significant impact across various industries and stages of business development.

Investment Focus

• Companies with a connection to Columbia University

Portfolio Companies