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Cougar Capital
BYU Cougar Capital is a student led venture capital and private equity fund deploying real dollars into real companies. It is a course for second-year MBA...
Cougar Capital
BYU Cougar Capital is a student led venture capital and private equity fund deploying real dollars into real companies. It is a course for second-year MBA students and a donation-based, evergreen-structured fund that works closely with established VC/PE firms on deals. Accepted students actively pursue investment opportunities, perform due diligence, and deploy capital.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2008
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Provo
Corporate office
Provo, United States
Principals
Gary Williams
faculty advisor
Connor Hansen
supports legal strategy, deal structuring, and governance for the fund
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Cougar Capital?
No named principals or investment committee members are disclosed in available sources.
Does Cougar Capital participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The firm lists co-investment and venture strategies without specifying fund commitments versus direct deals.
What investment stages does Cougar Capital typically target?
Venture stage coverage is noted in strategy descriptions without further stage detail.
How is Cougar Capital related to any parent or affiliated vehicle?
No parent, spinout, or affiliated structure is identified in records.
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