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Calpoly Ventures
Cal Poly Ventures is an early-stage investment fund supported by donors. Tax-deductible contributions are used to invest in high-growth Cal Poly startups...
Overview
Cal Poly Ventures is an early-stage investment fund supported by donors. Tax-deductible contributions are used to invest in high-growth Cal Poly startups with returns coming back to the University to support future investments and the Cal Poly Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Investment decisions are made by the Cal Poly Ventures Investment Committee, a small group of professional investors who volunteer their time and expertise.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
San Luis Obispo
Corporate office
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
Principals
Cliff Haas
founder
Peter Moran
founder
Chuck Templeton
founder
Frequently asked questions
What is the relationship between Calpoly Ventures and California Polytechnic State University?
The exact nature of the relationship is not detailed in public disclosures. The firm's San Luis Obispo location and naming convention point to a connection with Cal Poly, but it has not publicly confirmed whether it operates as an official university endowment affiliate, an alumni-backed independent fund, or a separate private entity that leverages ties to the university's startup and engineering ecosystem.
What sectors does Calpoly Ventures target?
While no formal sector mandates have been published, the firm's general venture strategy and university adjacency suggest exposure to industries strong in the Cal Poly pipeline, such as enterprise software, hardware engineering, ag-tech, and automation. No explicit negative screens or excluded sectors have been disclosed.
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