Alumni Ventures Group

Alumni Ventures Group is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with offices across North America. It provides access to venture investing for individual accredited investors, particularly alumni networks, by offering diversified portfolios of venture opportunities and allowing members to invest alongside fellow alumni in ventures led by peers. The firm backs early-stage and later-stage opportunities across technology, consumer, healthcare, financial services, and other sectors, with a sector- and geography-agnostic approach. It typically invests between $10,000 and $3 million per deal and emphasizes the involvement of alumni connections and an institutional lead investor in opportunities. Alumni Ventures also offers focused funds to broaden participation, enabling accredited investors to access venture portfolios diversified by type, sector, stage, and geography. The model aims to democratize access to venture capital while maintaining rigorous selection standards through alumni networks.

Rob Adams

Managing Partner

Andrew Baum

Vice President, Treasury and Capital Management

David Beazley

Managing Partner

Ali Byrd

Investor Advisory Council Member

Marco A. Casas

Senior Investment Principal, Basecamp Fund

Matthew Caspari

Managing Partner

Matt Castellini

Senior Associate

Helen Chen

CEO Services Analyst

Cainon Coates

Managing Partner

Michael Collins

Investor

David Cynn

Managing Partner

Thomas Edwards

Associate

Nancy Fechnay

Principal

Yev Gelfand

Investor

Mason Hale

Senior Associate, Chestnut Street and Triphammer Ven

Erik Hammer

Partner

Brian Keil

Managing Partner

Jin Kim

Senior Vice President, Office of Investments

Jess Liu-Brown

Principal

Michael Madden

Co-Founder and Investment Professionals

Todd McIntyre

Managing Partner

Jonathan Meltzer

Partner

Keith Murphy

Director, Video Programs

David S. Muson

CFO

Kayla Phillips

Senior Associate

Aisha Robinson

Comms Team VP of Strategic Communications

Ludwig Schulze

Managing Partner

Matt Scott

Managing Partner

Saad Shaheen

Investor Operations Manager

David Shapiro

Managing Partner

Anton Simunovic

Investor

Chris Sklarin

Managing Partner

Stephen Stolzenberg

Senior Associate

Justin Strausbaugh

Managing Partner

Edward Tsai

Managing Partner

Drew Wandzilak

Senior Associate, Green D and Yard and Strategic Tech Fund

Larry Warnock

Managing Partner

Sarah Worden

Venture Scout

Ray Wu

Managing Partner

Wesley Yiu

Principal

Past deals in Smart Cities

Beltways

Seed Round in 2025
Beltways designs and manufactures modular accelerating walkways for urban pedestrians, aiming to enhance mobility while minimizing carbon footprint. Their systems integrate a SaaS platform offering insights into passenger movement, energy usage, incident detection, and maintenance.

RedoxBlox

Series A in 2024
RedoxBlox develops thermochemical energy storage technology to decarbonize high-temperature industrial thermal processing and provide long-duration energy storage for the grid. The technology enables continuous high-temperature heat while integrating with existing infrastructure to replace natural gas combustion, supporting electrification and renewables deployment. It reduces carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides emissions, enhances safety and resilience, and aims to lower total capital cost for industrial processors and power plant operators. By delivering scalable, long-duration heat, RedoxBlox helps industries leverage renewable energy and move toward low-emission operations.

Hayden AI

Series B in 2023
Hayden AI develops artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies for automated enforcement in dedicated bus lanes and stops. Their platform aims to enhance public transit efficiency, improve street safety, and promote sustainable urban mobility.

Cambium Carbon

Seed Round in 2023
Cambium Carbon is an early-stage social enterprise focused on natural climate solutions through reforestation and urban wood reuse. It partners with cities and other public and private stakeholders to divert urban wood waste from landfills, repurpose fallen city trees for reuse, and channel revenues into planting and maintenance projects. It operates reforestation hubs that create a circular economy for urban forests, reclaiming city wood waste and building local regenerative supply chains, with the aim of reducing climate impact while creating jobs and strengthening urban resilience.

Glydways

Series B in 2023
Glydways is a South San Francisco-based company specializing in affordable autonomous transportation systems. It designs, manufactures, installs, and operates efficient, high-capacity mobility solutions that are environmentally friendly with zero greenhouse gas emissions.

Cambium Carbon

Seed Round in 2023
Cambium Carbon is an early-stage social enterprise focused on natural climate solutions through reforestation and urban wood reuse. It partners with cities and other public and private stakeholders to divert urban wood waste from landfills, repurpose fallen city trees for reuse, and channel revenues into planting and maintenance projects. It operates reforestation hubs that create a circular economy for urban forests, reclaiming city wood waste and building local regenerative supply chains, with the aim of reducing climate impact while creating jobs and strengthening urban resilience.

Indigov

Series B in 2022
Indigov is a modern constituent experience management platform designed specifically for government entities, aiming to enhance the efficiency of constituent services. By leveraging automation and innovative systems, Indigov effectively addresses complex challenges, allowing government representatives to respond to inquiries and issues in a matter of minutes or hours, rather than weeks or months. The platform utilizes multi-channel integration and smart tagging to streamline workflows, enabling representatives to gain valuable insights and improve their operational effectiveness. Through these advancements, Indigov is transforming the interaction between government and constituents, fostering a more responsive and efficient public service environment.

GridMatrix

Seed Round in 2022
GridMatrix develops software that helps cities optimize their intersection infrastructure. By harnessing real-time insights from existing cameras and sensors, GridMatrix enables efficient traffic management, reducing congestion, emissions, and accidents.

Cambium Carbon

Seed Round in 2022
Cambium Carbon is an early-stage social enterprise focused on natural climate solutions through reforestation and urban wood reuse. It partners with cities and other public and private stakeholders to divert urban wood waste from landfills, repurpose fallen city trees for reuse, and channel revenues into planting and maintenance projects. It operates reforestation hubs that create a circular economy for urban forests, reclaiming city wood waste and building local regenerative supply chains, with the aim of reducing climate impact while creating jobs and strengthening urban resilience.

Beam

Series B in 2022
Beam Mobility Holdings Pte. Ltd. is a micro-mobility company that offers electric scooters for rent through a user-friendly mobile application. Established in 2018 and based in Singapore, Beam aims to enhance urban mobility by providing a network of shared e-scooters that can be easily accessed on a pay-per-use basis. The company promotes responsible parking by incentivizing users to return scooters to designated parking spots, thereby minimizing clutter on city streets. By leveraging Internet of Things technology, Beam contributes to improved last-mile connectivity, helps alleviate traffic congestion, and supports environmental sustainability efforts.

Zordi

Series A in 2021
Zordi is a developer of autonomous greenhouse technology that combines robotics and artificial intelligence to automate agricultural operations. The platform uses modular greenhouse units that can be deployed near urban centers, allowing for the cultivation of fresh, organically grown fruits and vegetables. Its AI system manages tasks such as pest control, irrigation, and harvesting, while robots handle precise planting, picking, and packing. By reducing manual labor and increasing efficiency, the solution offers a reliable and cost‑effective way to produce high‑quality produce for local markets. The company’s focus on automation and sustainability positions it as a key player in modern urban agriculture.

Hayden AI

Series A in 2021
Hayden AI develops artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies for automated enforcement in dedicated bus lanes and stops. Their platform aims to enhance public transit efficiency, improve street safety, and promote sustainable urban mobility.

Almanac Labs

Venture Round in 2021
The ALMANAC Lab is a full deployment of the ALMANAC Smart City Enablers which can be used to experiment with IoT in a Smart City context. Use their components when building YOUR IoT solution, here at the ALMANAC-Lab. You can experiment with the OPEN data they are publishing, or add your own. If you prefer, download their platform, and get started with things like storage, messaging, security in just a few seconds. Their components can be used individually, or together as a comprehensive Reliable Smart Secure Internet of Things for Smart Cities platform.

Cabana

Series A in 2021
Cabana operates a fleet of upscale, custom-made mobile hotel rooms designed to provide travelers with flexibility and comfort. Utilizing 2019 Ford Transit vans, the company offers a unique lodging experience that combines luxury amenities with the freedom to travel anywhere. Each mobile hotel room is thoughtfully designed with high-quality features such as a comfortable bed, ample storage, and a bathroom, all tailored for an optimal stay in a compact space. Cabana enhances the travel experience through its technology-enabled app, which allows users to reserve, check in, and check out of their accommodations without the need for in-person interactions. This approach not only offers the convenience of traditional lodging but also embodies the essence of luxury van life, enabling travelers to enjoy a premium experience on the road.

Wheels

Venture Round in 2021
Wheels is a company that operates a shared electric mobility platform aimed at transforming dockless transportation. The platform features hybrid electric vehicles known for their sleek design and functionality, including swappable parts and batteries. It also incorporates real-time dynamic maintenance capabilities, enhancing the user experience. Each vehicle is equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers and a charging point for smartphones, making it convenient for users to navigate urban environments. By providing low-cost, enjoyable, and comfortable e-bikes, Wheels connects users to a more efficient mode of transportation within cities.

Hayden AI

Seed Round in 2021
Hayden AI develops artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies for automated enforcement in dedicated bus lanes and stops. Their platform aims to enhance public transit efficiency, improve street safety, and promote sustainable urban mobility.

The Routing Company

Seed Round in 2020
Founded by MIT researchers and industry veterans in 2018, The Routing Company develops a real-time driver and rider application for shared rides. It offers fleet management solutions, including private fleets, demand-responsive transit, analytics dashboards, and transit/paratransit services. Leveraging proprietary AI, the company's platform optimizes vehicle routing from multiple points of demand to one vehicle, enhancing transport equity, accessibility, cost efficiency, and sustainability.

Wheels

Series A in 2020
Wheels is a company that operates a shared electric mobility platform aimed at transforming dockless transportation. The platform features hybrid electric vehicles known for their sleek design and functionality, including swappable parts and batteries. It also incorporates real-time dynamic maintenance capabilities, enhancing the user experience. Each vehicle is equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers and a charging point for smartphones, making it convenient for users to navigate urban environments. By providing low-cost, enjoyable, and comfortable e-bikes, Wheels connects users to a more efficient mode of transportation within cities.

Beam

Venture Round in 2020
Beam Mobility Holdings Pte. Ltd. is a micro-mobility company that offers electric scooters for rent through a user-friendly mobile application. Established in 2018 and based in Singapore, Beam aims to enhance urban mobility by providing a network of shared e-scooters that can be easily accessed on a pay-per-use basis. The company promotes responsible parking by incentivizing users to return scooters to designated parking spots, thereby minimizing clutter on city streets. By leveraging Internet of Things technology, Beam contributes to improved last-mile connectivity, helps alleviate traffic congestion, and supports environmental sustainability efforts.

Arrive

Venture Round in 2020
Arrive is a company that focuses on enhancing the last mile of mobility through innovative parking solutions. It offers a unique platform that predicts and recommends optimal parking options tailored to individual journeys, thereby simplifying the parking experience for drivers. This technology is accessible through various interfaces, including apps, websites, voice platforms, and in-dash vehicle integrations. Arrive serves a diverse range of clients, including smart cities, automakers, fleets, and venues, while also managing consumer brands like ParkWhiz and BestParking. The company aims to streamline parking processes, providing features that allow for easy reservations and drive-up access at numerous locations, ultimately making parking more efficient and user-friendly.

Wheels

Venture Round in 2019
Wheels is a company that operates a shared electric mobility platform aimed at transforming dockless transportation. The platform features hybrid electric vehicles known for their sleek design and functionality, including swappable parts and batteries. It also incorporates real-time dynamic maintenance capabilities, enhancing the user experience. Each vehicle is equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers and a charging point for smartphones, making it convenient for users to navigate urban environments. By providing low-cost, enjoyable, and comfortable e-bikes, Wheels connects users to a more efficient mode of transportation within cities.

Almanac Labs

Venture Round in 2019
The ALMANAC Lab is a full deployment of the ALMANAC Smart City Enablers which can be used to experiment with IoT in a Smart City context. Use their components when building YOUR IoT solution, here at the ALMANAC-Lab. You can experiment with the OPEN data they are publishing, or add your own. If you prefer, download their platform, and get started with things like storage, messaging, security in just a few seconds. Their components can be used individually, or together as a comprehensive Reliable Smart Secure Internet of Things for Smart Cities platform.

Optimus Ride

Venture Round in 2019
Optimus Ride is a self-driving vehicle company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing technologies that promote efficient, sustainable, and equitable mobility systems. As a spinoff from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the company leverages over 30 years of interdisciplinary research in self-driving technologies, electric vehicles, and Mobility-on-Demand Systems. Optimus Ride specializes in creating self-driving technology systems tailored for geofenced environments, utilizing innovations in complex sensor fusion, mapping, computer vision, and machine learning. The company's expertise is further enhanced by a team with extensive industrial and entrepreneurial experience in manufacturing robots, urban design, and shared vehicle fleet management, allowing it to offer versatile transportation solutions that range from commercial vessel operations to transit options.

Wheels

Series A in 2019
Wheels is a company that operates a shared electric mobility platform aimed at transforming dockless transportation. The platform features hybrid electric vehicles known for their sleek design and functionality, including swappable parts and batteries. It also incorporates real-time dynamic maintenance capabilities, enhancing the user experience. Each vehicle is equipped with built-in Bluetooth speakers and a charging point for smartphones, making it convenient for users to navigate urban environments. By providing low-cost, enjoyable, and comfortable e-bikes, Wheels connects users to a more efficient mode of transportation within cities.

Arrive

Series D in 2018
Arrive is a company that focuses on enhancing the last mile of mobility through innovative parking solutions. It offers a unique platform that predicts and recommends optimal parking options tailored to individual journeys, thereby simplifying the parking experience for drivers. This technology is accessible through various interfaces, including apps, websites, voice platforms, and in-dash vehicle integrations. Arrive serves a diverse range of clients, including smart cities, automakers, fleets, and venues, while also managing consumer brands like ParkWhiz and BestParking. The company aims to streamline parking processes, providing features that allow for easy reservations and drive-up access at numerous locations, ultimately making parking more efficient and user-friendly.

Mighty Buildings

Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, Mighty Buildings is a pioneering construction technology company based in San Francisco. It specializes in manufacturing custom houses using proprietary 3D printing techniques, aiming to revolutionize the residential housing market by reducing waste and enhancing energy efficiency.

Newmetrix

Series A in 2017
Newmetrix is a technology company that specializes in a cloud-based video management platform aimed at reducing risks on construction sites through the integration of human and artificial intelligence. The platform employs machine learning to analyze images and videos from construction projects, categorizing them with construction-specific tags. This functionality addresses key challenges related to the management, collaboration, search, and analysis of industrial visual content, thereby enhancing safety and operational efficiency for clients in the construction industry.

Soofa

Seed Round in 2015
Founded in 2014 by female entrepreneurs from MIT and Harvard, Soofa specializes in enhancing urban environments through responsible technology integration. The company provides solar-powered digital kiosks, known as Soofa Signs, which display community content, local advertisements, real-time transit updates, and event calendars. Soofa Talk enables community members to share their voice on these signs.
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