The University of Vermont Mafia
12 people studied at University of Vermont and went on to found or lead other companies.
Aaron MandellMaster of Science (MS)Founded Quidnet +1Rob ForeggerBSFounded NextCapital Group +1Key ComptonBachelor of Arts (with Departmental Honors & Commencement Awards)Founded Mimeo +1Michael FassBachelor of ArtsFounded SlideIra HoffmanBSFounded HighRes BiosolutionsDiane Abruzzini RiggsMaster of Business Administration (M.B.A.)Founded RigorousBrian HalliganBSFounded HubSpotAdam DevineBachelor of Arts (B.A.)Founded AltruJarrett LilienBachelor of Arts DegreeFounded E*TRADEDan HymanBachelor of Science - BSFounded CoastsMarc ApicellaB.A. Economics; Minors - PoliticsFounded Belidor
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of Vermont mafia?
- The University of Vermont mafia is the network of 12 people who studied at University of Vermont and went on to found or lead other companies, including Quidnet, NextCapital Group, Mimeo, Slide, HighRes Biosolutions.
- Who is in the University of Vermont mafia?
- Notable members include Aaron Mandell (Quidnet), Rob Foregger (NextCapital Group), Key Compton (Mimeo), Michael Fass (Slide), Ira Hoffman (HighRes Biosolutions), Diane Abruzzini Riggs (Rigorous), Brian Halligan (HubSpot), Adam Devine (Altru), among 12 tracked members.
- What companies did University of Vermont alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of Vermont alumni include Quidnet, NextCapital Group, Mimeo, Slide, HighRes Biosolutions, Rigorous, HubSpot, Altru, E*TRADE, Coasts.









