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 CRM

Smartrr

Series A in 2023
Developer of a checkout and customer account management platform intended to assist in managing subscription businesses. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and provides a membership experience along with living analytics and reporting, enabling clients to focus on growing their business and not on spreadsheets.

Rownd

Seed Round in 2022
Rownd is the stripe for personal data: simple, intuitive, and a super-secure platform that gives companies the benefit of accessing customer data, without the risk and regulatory requirements of storing data themselves. Be build trust so that data owners (end-users) can confidently trust data-consumers (apps), in exchange for personalized goods and services.

Crstl

Seed Round in 2022
Crstl is a real-time intelligence platform to reimagine brands and help SMBs run and grow their businesses. They automate all your workflows without code. Their software facilitates design, software engineering, and advanced analytical techniques to arm operators, enabling businesses with automation, centralization, and collaboration capabilities to run and grow their businesses.

KarmaCheck

Series A in 2022
KarmaCheck, Inc. specializes in providing both offline and online background screening services for employment purposes. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a variety of services, including criminal checks, employment and education verifications, motor vehicle reports, reference checks, and drug testing. Utilizing an AI-driven, tech-first approach, KarmaCheck reimagines traditional background checks by delivering real-time, actionable notifications that expedite hiring decisions. Its mobile-first platform ensures ease of access while maintaining compliance and reliability. By leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, KarmaCheck enables businesses to conduct comprehensive checks efficiently, resulting in faster turnaround times and improved employee retention.

Openprise

Series A in 2021
Openprise, Inc. operates a cloud-based data orchestration platform that automates critical data management processes for marketing and sales organizations. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, the platform facilitates data onboarding, cleansing, enrichment, and unification across various systems. It enables users to ingest data from diverse sources, continuously cleanse and deduplicate marketing data in real time, and enrich it with additional information. Openprise also allows for precise segmentation of databases to create personalized marketing campaigns and consolidates data from multiple internal and external sources into a comprehensive view. By simplifying the management of marketing technologies, Openprise empowers data-driven teams to enhance operational efficiency and focus on revenue growth.

PropelPLM

Series C in 2021
PropelPLM is a provider of cloud-based Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software designed to assist companies in their digital transformation efforts. The platform connects various stakeholders, systems, and processes involved in bringing products from concept to market. It serves as a centralized source of product information for the entire value chain, including sales and service teams, facilitating secure and transparent collaboration. This approach enables faster market delivery while enhancing customer satisfaction and meeting global compliance requirements. PropelPLM operates on the Salesforce platform, leveraging its modern cloud infrastructure to ensure a scalable and future-ready solution for businesses seeking to streamline their product development processes.

DevRev

Seed Round in 2021
DevRev is a business software company focused on connecting developers with customers in a product-led growth environment. It is developing an API-first, developer-centric customer relationship management system that utilizes data, design, and artificial intelligence to enhance product development and customer service. By empowering developers, DevRev aims to help businesses improve their productivity and foster customer-centric practices, particularly in addressing challenges such as low net promoter scores and high customer churn. The company's mission is to create a more collaborative ecosystem where developers can thrive, ultimately leading to happier customers and more successful products.

OmniPanel

Seed Round in 2020
Operator of an analytics platform intended to work with the team from one collaborative workspace. The company's platform focuses on key user insights from customer support tickets so clients can identify when, where, and how user friction impacts their retention and profitability, transforms the approach toward customer experience, and puts the customer's voice first, enabling businesses to make better-informed product decisions and provide more engaging customer service.

Usermind

Series C in 2020
Usermind, Inc. is a company that develops a unified orchestration platform aimed at enhancing business operations and customer journeys. Established in 2013 and based in Seattle, Washington, Usermind addresses the challenges posed by fragmented enterprise systems and disorganized customer data. By providing a Customer Engagement Hub, the company integrates disparate systems and data sources into a cohesive customer data platform. This is complemented by a robust customer journey orchestration engine, machine learning capabilities, and closed-loop analytics. Usermind enables organizations to automate complex customer interactions, manage customer data effectively, and deliver data-driven, omnichannel engagement throughout the entire customer lifecycle. The firm is supported by notable investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, and CRV.

Relay

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Relay offers a free software solution designed to assist small businesses in managing appointments, accepting payments, and booking customers efficiently. It serves as a one-tap customer experience platform, integrating essential business tools and facilitating straightforward communication. Service professionals using Relay can share estimated arrival times, send videos, provide status updates, and request payments, reviews, and referrals—all with a single tap. By streamlining these processes, Relay not only enhances customer experience but also contributes to business growth, revenue generation, and the long-term value of customer relationships.

CARRO

Series B in 2020
VYRL is building the global experiential commerce network. One piece of that system is called Carro. By onboarding hundreds of new brands every month, Carro helps each brand achieve the maximum possible reach, and gain the maximum amount of attention by working with their most influential customers & fans. www.GetCarro.com

Brio

Seed Round in 2020
Brio Systems, Inc. operates a comprehensive COVID-19 testing platform designed to assist employers in maintaining workplace safety through on-site testing. Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides access to lab-backed polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and antibody testing, along with logistics support, medical oversight, and digital results communication within three days of test collection. Brio’s platform connects employers with FDA-certified laboratories, offering a turnkey solution that includes laboratory testing, fulfillment of collection kits, test requisitioning, medical supervision, and digital reporting. Serving various industries such as manufacturing and food processing, Brio Systems facilitates up to 50,000 tests daily, enabling businesses to protect their workforce and make informed risk-mitigation decisions.

Emissary

Venture Round in 2020
Emissary, Inc. operates an online platform that connects sales professionals with former executives from targeted companies, facilitating the exchange of advice and introductions. This hybrid SaaS marketplace enables sales teams to access valuable insights from individuals, known as emissaries, who possess firsthand knowledge of the organization's dynamics, decision-making processes, and internal politics. By leveraging the expertise of these former executives, Emissary helps clients navigate the sales process more effectively and close opportunities more swiftly. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Emissary was previously known as Leroy Technologies, Inc., a name it adopted in February 2017.

Emissary

Venture Round in 2020
Emissary, Inc. operates an online platform that connects sales professionals with former executives from targeted companies, facilitating the exchange of advice and introductions. This hybrid SaaS marketplace enables sales teams to access valuable insights from individuals, known as emissaries, who possess firsthand knowledge of the organization's dynamics, decision-making processes, and internal politics. By leveraging the expertise of these former executives, Emissary helps clients navigate the sales process more effectively and close opportunities more swiftly. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Emissary was previously known as Leroy Technologies, Inc., a name it adopted in February 2017.

KarmaCheck

Venture Round in 2020
KarmaCheck, Inc. specializes in providing both offline and online background screening services for employment purposes. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, the company offers a variety of services, including criminal checks, employment and education verifications, motor vehicle reports, reference checks, and drug testing. Utilizing an AI-driven, tech-first approach, KarmaCheck reimagines traditional background checks by delivering real-time, actionable notifications that expedite hiring decisions. Its mobile-first platform ensures ease of access while maintaining compliance and reliability. By leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, KarmaCheck enables businesses to conduct comprehensive checks efficiently, resulting in faster turnaround times and improved employee retention.

Brio

Venture Round in 2020
Brio Systems, Inc. operates a comprehensive COVID-19 testing platform designed to assist employers in maintaining workplace safety through on-site testing. Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides access to lab-backed polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and antibody testing, along with logistics support, medical oversight, and digital results communication within three days of test collection. Brio’s platform connects employers with FDA-certified laboratories, offering a turnkey solution that includes laboratory testing, fulfillment of collection kits, test requisitioning, medical supervision, and digital reporting. Serving various industries such as manufacturing and food processing, Brio Systems facilitates up to 50,000 tests daily, enabling businesses to protect their workforce and make informed risk-mitigation decisions.

Zaam

Seed Round in 2020
Zaam is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in enhancing business onboarding processes. Founded in 2019 and based in Palo Alto, California, Zaam offers a solution that includes smart forms for gathering customer information and real-time feedback. The platform automates background checks on individuals and businesses through a unified application program interface (API) and provides tools for streamlined workflow and case management. Additionally, Zaam features a white-label interface that allows for customized data collection, ensuring that businesses can tailor the onboarding experience to their specific needs.

Confirm

Venture Round in 2020
Confirm HR, Inc. develops an application that helps companies to hire employees and jobseekers to find jobs. It offers Confirm, an application that gathers feedback from secondary and backchannel references; identifies traits and verifies candidate compatibility; and reduce bias and avoid passing on qualified candidates. Confirm HR, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in San Jose, California.

Confirm

Venture Round in 2020
Confirm is an engineering company that delivers automation and validation solutions for pharma, & medical device manufacturing industries.

Openprise

Venture Round in 2019
Openprise, Inc. operates a cloud-based data orchestration platform that automates critical data management processes for marketing and sales organizations. Founded in 2013 and based in San Mateo, California, the platform facilitates data onboarding, cleansing, enrichment, and unification across various systems. It enables users to ingest data from diverse sources, continuously cleanse and deduplicate marketing data in real time, and enrich it with additional information. Openprise also allows for precise segmentation of databases to create personalized marketing campaigns and consolidates data from multiple internal and external sources into a comprehensive view. By simplifying the management of marketing technologies, Openprise empowers data-driven teams to enhance operational efficiency and focus on revenue growth.

Usermind

Venture Round in 2019
Usermind, Inc. is a company that develops a unified orchestration platform aimed at enhancing business operations and customer journeys. Established in 2013 and based in Seattle, Washington, Usermind addresses the challenges posed by fragmented enterprise systems and disorganized customer data. By providing a Customer Engagement Hub, the company integrates disparate systems and data sources into a cohesive customer data platform. This is complemented by a robust customer journey orchestration engine, machine learning capabilities, and closed-loop analytics. Usermind enables organizations to automate complex customer interactions, manage customer data effectively, and deliver data-driven, omnichannel engagement throughout the entire customer lifecycle. The firm is supported by notable investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, and CRV.

Jebbit

Series B in 2019
Jebbit has built the world’s first declared data platform. Our platform enables marketing and sales teams to create beautiful, mobile experiences aimed at capturing the most important consumer data an enterprise needs. Instead of relying on third-party data which is often highly inaccurate and incomplete, enterprise brands use Jebbit to capture consumer intentions, motivations, and preferences. Customers include travel, ecommerce, and sports brands such as Cathay Pacific Airways, LifeLock, and the New England Revolution. Jebbit was named one of the Top 25 Most Promising Companies in the World by CNBC, the Best Tech Culture in Boston 2016, and its cofounders are Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees. To learn how you can get started with a declared data strategy, visit www.jebbit.com.

TRM Labs

Seed Round in 2019
TRM Labs Inc. is a regulatory technology startup based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company operates a token relationship management platform that utilizes machine learning to assist clients in managing customer relationships and identifying suspicious activities, such as money laundering and market manipulation. Its offerings include on-chain anti-money laundering compliance, customer due diligence, and transaction monitoring solutions tailored for digital asset companies. Additionally, TRM Labs develops enterprise applications and developer tools that facilitate the launch of blockchain-based products, enhancing compliance and risk management in the cryptocurrency industry. By streamlining compliance processes, TRM Labs aims to foster a secure environment for value exchange within the digital asset space.

Cumulus Digital Systems

Seed Round in 2018
Cumulus Digital Systems, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2018. It specializes in a cloud-hosted software platform designed to enhance the management of maintenance and construction workflows by connecting workers, tools, and data. The company's flagship offering, the Smart Torque System, is part of an Internet of Tools platform that gathers data from digitally-enabled tools utilized in industrial settings. This platform aims to provide a comprehensive source of real-time quality assurance and progress tracking, thereby contributing to safer industrial facilities.

PropelPLM

Series B in 2018
PropelPLM is a provider of cloud-based Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software designed to assist companies in their digital transformation efforts. The platform connects various stakeholders, systems, and processes involved in bringing products from concept to market. It serves as a centralized source of product information for the entire value chain, including sales and service teams, facilitating secure and transparent collaboration. This approach enables faster market delivery while enhancing customer satisfaction and meeting global compliance requirements. PropelPLM operates on the Salesforce platform, leveraging its modern cloud infrastructure to ensure a scalable and future-ready solution for businesses seeking to streamline their product development processes.

Apprentice Health

Seed Round in 2018
ClearView MD is a predictive analytics firm that is powering the transition to value-based care by providing health systems interventions that lead to higher patient and staff satisfaction, lower costs, and the ability to treat more patients. ClearView MD identifies inefficiencies on client's workflows, and recommends steps to improve your scheduling, staffing, and facility utilization. The company was founded by Rajiv Sivendran and Artur Menzeleev, with headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts.

SuperPhone

Venture Round in 2018
SuperPhone is an intelligent mobile messaging platform tailored for enterprise retail brands, facilitating effective customer acquisition and engagement through mobile channels. The platform harnesses data-driven insights and smart messaging techniques to enhance revenue generation, foster brand loyalty, and build personalized customer relationships. Its application allows businesses to conduct high-volume marketing text broadcasts using various phone number types, while also offering advanced analytics to monitor conversation performance and revenue metrics. This comprehensive approach enables companies to increase customer engagement and retention in a scalable manner.

Usermind

Series C in 2018
Usermind, Inc. is a company that develops a unified orchestration platform aimed at enhancing business operations and customer journeys. Established in 2013 and based in Seattle, Washington, Usermind addresses the challenges posed by fragmented enterprise systems and disorganized customer data. By providing a Customer Engagement Hub, the company integrates disparate systems and data sources into a cohesive customer data platform. This is complemented by a robust customer journey orchestration engine, machine learning capabilities, and closed-loop analytics. Usermind enables organizations to automate complex customer interactions, manage customer data effectively, and deliver data-driven, omnichannel engagement throughout the entire customer lifecycle. The firm is supported by notable investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Menlo Ventures, and CRV.

PropelPLM

Venture Round in 2017
PropelPLM is a provider of cloud-based Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software designed to assist companies in their digital transformation efforts. The platform connects various stakeholders, systems, and processes involved in bringing products from concept to market. It serves as a centralized source of product information for the entire value chain, including sales and service teams, facilitating secure and transparent collaboration. This approach enables faster market delivery while enhancing customer satisfaction and meeting global compliance requirements. PropelPLM operates on the Salesforce platform, leveraging its modern cloud infrastructure to ensure a scalable and future-ready solution for businesses seeking to streamline their product development processes.

Intelity

Seed Round in 2014
Intelity is an enterprise technology platform that connects service industry workforces with their customers, focusing on the hotel, casino, and luxury residential markets. The platform consists of three main components: INTELITY Guest, INTELITY Staff, and INTELITY Connect, each designed to address common challenges faced by service providers. It offers a range of features, including mobile and web applications, mobile key access, in-room tablets, content casting, and a comprehensive ticketing and service management solution. Additionally, Intelity integrates seamlessly with various property management, point of sale, and room control systems, providing management teams with a holistic solution that enhances both guest and staff experiences. In 2018, Intelity expanded its capabilities by merging with KEYPR, combining extensive hospitality experience with advanced technology solutions.

Bedrock Data

Seed Round in 2014
Bedrock Data provides the leading product to connect, clean and continuously synchronize multiple cloud systems in real-time. Bedrock Data connects multiple business applications while cleaning dirty data for improved team alignment, greater agility and a single view of the customer. By eliminating complex and expensive system integrations, Bedrock Data’s common-sense approach speeds and simplifies cloud connections for hundreds of its customers worldwide.
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