National Venture Capital Association

🎉 Congratulations to the 45 Rising Stars of the Venture Capital Industry in 2024, as recognized by Business Insider!  We're proud to see so many of our NVCA members on this list. These talented individuals are driving innovation and shaping the future of venture capital. Special shout-out to our board member Molly Bonakdarpour and Alex Lehman one of our 2023 Rising Stars for continuing to make a significant impact in the industry!  💠Daniel Aronovitz, Insight Partners  💠Casey Aylward, Accel  💠Julien Barber, Emerson Collective  💠Maggie Basta, Scale Venture Partners  💠Molly Bonakdarpour, Drive Capital  💠Vig Chandramouli, Oak HC/FT  💠Sherry Chao, GV  💠Deedy Das, Menlo Ventures  💠James Detweiler, Felicis  💠Caroline Fiegel, Salesforce Ventures  💠C.C. Gong, Menlo Ventures  💠Jaya Gupta, Foundation Capital  💠Fawzi Itani, Forerunner Ventures  💠Tanay Jaipuria, Wing Venture Capital  💠Cynthia Kuo, IVP  💠Yuri Lee, IVP  💠Alex Lehman, Sapphire Ventures  💠Lindsey Li, Bessemer Venture Partners  💠Radhika Malik, Dell Technologies Capital  💠Mason Murray, New Enterprise Associates  💠Jordan Segall, Redpoint Ventures  💠Iris Sun Global  💠Christopher Wan, Bessemer Venture Partners  💠Andrea Wang, General Catalyst  💠Derek Xiao, Menlo Ventures  💠Mark Xu, Lightspeed Venture Partners  💠Jelena Zec, Citi Ventures  💠Emily Zhao, Salesforce Ventures  💠Ivan Zhou, Accel We are excited to watch their continued success and the future impact they will have on the industry! 

Thank you to everyone who joined NVCA and the University of Virginia Darden School of Business for yesterday’s insightful Capitol Hill briefing exploring the fundamentals of venture capital and its essential role in driving innovation, economic growth, and job creation. The conversation, led by Les Alexander of UVA Darden and Jefferson Capital Partners, and Shiloh Tillemann-Dick of NVCA, provided a thorough overview of the VC model, its impact on the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and how it shapes the future of business and technology. We were excited to engage with congressional staff, industry leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders, all eager to learn more about the venture capital landscape through active participation and thoughtful questions.  Together, we’re fostering a deeper understanding of venture capital’s pivotal role in building the future. 

Early-bird registration is now open for Cohort 18 of VC University, which starts in February. 🎓🚀 Our online certification program is ideal for individuals seeking a structured introduction to venture finance. An early-bird discount is available through Jan. 8. Seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t delay: every prior cohort has sold out! Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eByG47C

🚨 Last call-nominations close TODAY! The 2025 NVCA Rising Star Award celebrates emerging #VC leaders who are shaping the future of our industry. This award spotlights talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and roles who inspire, innovate, and lead the way forward. Do you know someone who stands out? Nominate them today! Join us in celebrating leaders like last year’s honorees: 🌟 James Barlia (Revolution)  🌟 Arpit Mittal (Threshold Ventures)  🌟 Susan Moring (Cortado Ventures)  🌟 Chelcie Taylor (Notable Capital)  🌟 Rita Costa Waite (IQT (In-Q-Tel)) 🔗 Submit your nomination here: https://lnkd.in/eZ8BFhah 

👉 Do you know a portfolio company changing the world?  The NVCA Startup Innovator Award honors VC or growth equity-backed companies making measurable contributions to society- whether addressing critical needs, responding to crises, or solving tough challenges. Past winners include: 💠BlocPower  💠Maybell Quantum Industries  💠NeuMoDx  💠Slingshot Aerospace Help us recognize the next game-changer! Nominate by this Friday December 13, 2024. 🔗: Submit here: https://lnkd.in/eZ8BFhah 

🚀 Ready to dive into the world of venture capital? Venture Capital 101: The Basics of Venture Investing, hosted by NVCA and the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, is less than one week away! On Tuesday, December 17th, this session will explore: 🔹 How the venture capital model works  🔹 VC’s essential role in the private capital ecosystem  🔹 How venture capital drives innovation, economic growth, and job creation If you're a congressional staffer, industry executive, or simply curious about how VC shapes the future of business and technology, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders. Featured Speakers:   🎤 Les Alexander, Endowed Professor & Partner at Jefferson Capital Partners  🎤 Bobby Franklin, President & CEO, National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) Lunch provided! Register now and see how venture capital is shaping the future: https://lnkd.in/eSusdKkV

Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee held a pivotal hearing on how technology is shaping the future of finance. We were proud to submit a letter on behalf of the venture capital community highlighting the critical role of innovation in driving economic growth and advancing entrepreneurial success. We’re especially grateful to outgoing Chair Patrick McHenry for his steadfast leadership in supporting startups and fostering a strong capital market ecosystem. From advancing the JOBS Act to supporting initiatives like the DEAL Act and the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act, Chair McHenry has been a true champion for our industry. In 2021, NVCA recognized Chair McHenry’s efforts with our Startup Champion Award, and we remain deeply appreciative of his ongoing work to create opportunities for entrepreneurs across America. Here’s to continuing the important work of supporting innovation, capital formation, and the future of American entrepreneurship. Read the letter here: https://bit.ly/3OKvwAZ

NVCA Member Spotlight: Runway Growth Capital We spoke with David Spreng, founder and CEO, about their unique approach to fueling late-stage innovation. What sets Runway apart? 🔹 Minimally dilutive financing for late and growth-stage companies 🔹 Strategic partnerships built on trust, transparency, and collaboration 🔹 A focus on companies with strong fundamentals and clear paths to profitability Read the full spotlight to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e-KvA5tH

Do you know a VC- or growth equity-backed portfolio company making measurable contributions to society? We are looking for companies addressing areas of need, ongoing crises, or significant challenges to honor as the 2025 NVCA #StartupInnovator.    📧 Deadline for submissions: Friday, December 13, 2024.    🔗: https://lnkd.in/eZ8BFhah 

NVCA is thrilled to see some of our incredible members being recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30: Venture Capital! 👏 Congratulations to:  Vivien Ho of Pear VC  Evan Hahn of Insight Partners  Grace Isford of Lux Capital  Karthik Ramakrishnan of IVP  Sai Senthilkumar of Redpoint  Alexandra Sukin of Bessemer Venture Partners    And to all the other outstanding winners driving innovation! These investors are funding and supporting some of the most transformative U.S. start-ups. We’re proud to have you as part of our community.    🔗 : https://lnkd.in/gZyb2qFW