Simon School Venture Fund
Venture capitalRochester · Pre-Seed–Seed
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Investment thesis
SSVF is an evergreen, student-run seed fund created primarily as an experiential learning vehicle for Simon School students in venture capital, private equity, and entrepreneurship. Students conduct hands-on due diligence, interact with entrepreneurs, present to an alumni advisory board, participate directly in investment decisions, and monitor portfolio companies. The fund leverages the University of Rochester's resources and alumni network to support its portfolio and partner startups. It seeks entrepreneurs with engaging startups in dynamic spaces that have initial traction such as product or sales, while aiming to make sound investments that perpetuate the life of the fund.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesHealthtech ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 1 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathHealthtechRochester, US
SHARON SAMJITSINGH(Executive Officer, Director)inJARED DWARIKA(Executive Officer, Director)inPARINAZ MOTAMEDY(Director)in
BoardERIC ALLYN(Director)BRADFORD BERK(Director)KEITH WILSON(Director)
Co-investorsChloe CapitalD3VCSafar PartnersCranberry Capital
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesHealth Care Originals · kingscrowd.com · Jul 10, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Simon School Venture Fund invest at?
- Simon School Venture Fund invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Simon School Venture Fund focus on?
- Simon School Venture Fund focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Simon School Venture Fund located?
- Simon School Venture Fund is headquartered in Rochester, US.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
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