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Courtyard Ventures

Courtyard Ventures is an MBA-led early-stage venture fund for students and alumni to invest in innovative Berkeley startups. It focuses on early-stage startups...

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Courtyard Ventures

Courtyard Ventures is an MBA-led early-stage venture fund for students and alumni to invest in innovative Berkeley startups. It focuses on early-stage startups across diverse sectors, from AI and deep tech to healthcare and sustainable solutions. Embedded in UC Berkeley's entrepreneurial landscape, the firm has deployed nearly $3M across multiple funds since 2021, typically investing $50,000 to $100,000, and offers LPs access to Berkeley startups before they reach the broader market.

General information

Firm type

Venture Capital

Year founded

2021

AUM

$3M

Location

Region

North America

Country

United States

City

Berkeley

Corporate office

Berkeley, United States

Principals

Leela Najafi

Venture Partner

Zach Quart

Venture Partner

Sector focus

Venture Capital

Frequently asked questions

What stages does Courtyard Ventures target?

The firm focuses on early-stage and start-up investments under a general venture mandate.

Where is Courtyard Ventures headquartered?

The firm is based in Berkeley, United States.

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