Blue Ivy Ventures
Overview
Blue Ivy Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology companies founded or led by Yale alumni. The firm aims to support the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Yale by backing promising ventures with a Yale connection. It is not officially affiliated with Yale University. Established in 2016, Blue Ivy Ventures is led by Managing Partner David Shapiro, a Yale alumnus from the class of 1991. The firm raises capital from up to 99 alumni investors, each contributing between $500,000 and $1 million. Blue Ivy Ventures typically invests in 15 to 20 deals per year, spanning a range of industries, stages, and geographies. The firm's portfolio includes companies in sectors such as information technology, media and digital media, and software and internet services. By focusing on ventures with a Yale connection, Blue Ivy Ventures leverages its network to identify and support high-potential startups led by Yale alumni.
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Frequently asked questions about Blue Ivy Ventures
What sectors does Blue Ivy Ventures invest in?
Blue Ivy Ventures invests in Information Technology, Software & Internet and Media & Digital Media, and is based in Boston, United States. Blue Ivy Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Blue Ivy Ventures invest at?
Blue Ivy Ventures backs companies at Seed and Early Stage, writing cheques of 500K - 1M.
Which regions does Blue Ivy Ventures invest in?
Blue Ivy Ventures invests across United States.
Who are the partners at Blue Ivy Ventures?
Team members listed for Blue Ivy Ventures include David Shapiro (Founder and Managing Partner).
How do I contact Blue Ivy Ventures?
Blue Ivy Ventures's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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