Emerging Venture Capitalists Association (EVCA)

📣 Featured Investor of December 2024: Kate Meacham, Analyst at Bullpen Capital Learn about Kate’s path from demand generation in B2B SaaS to investing at Bullpen Capital. Kate shares about her career journey, thoughts on AI’s impact, and her work supporting innovative startups. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eq2ygY_H

👏 Spotlight on Dan Moskowitz, Partner at Third Point Ventures, Dan Moskowitz brings a unique blend of tech expertise and strategic vision to the VC world. From his early days competing in Science Olympiads and coding at Lockheed Martin to guiding startups with cutting-edge technology moats, he proves that great investors don’t just back builders—they understand them. In this interview, Dan shares his journey, insights on AI, and advice for aspiring VCs. According to Dan, discipline is the name of the game in VC. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezPQ2zka

Exciting news from our mentorship program participants! TechCrunch named Raycaster (YC F24) one of four enterprise AI startups to watch from YC's first Fall batch! Congrats to Raycaster and fellow YC startups HumanLayer, Galini, and CTGT for advancing responsible AI!

The EVCA December newsletter is live! Check it out for a series of spotlight features, jobs, and events in #VC. 💡 Our Dan Moskowitz, Partner at Third Point Ventures 👏 Our Investor Spotlight Kate Meacham, Analyst at Bullpen Capital ✍🏻 New EVC List thesis brief by Lisa Xu, Partner at Threshold Ventures 💼 4 #jobs in VC and 3 of the latest VC events for December Read the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/ev__fuyC

“This next generation of AI-native vertical software startups are eliminating costs and unlocking revenue opportunities for customers from day one,” says Lisa Xu , Partner at Threshold Ventures and 2023 EVC List Honoree. “Not only will this next-gen software improve the customer experience and employee performance, but once integrated, they can generate proprietary data sets that can be harnessed to uncover new opportunities to create value and expand the bottom line for customers.” Xu’s Thesis Brief explores how vertical software solutions can tap into the huge market opportunity presented by these often-overlooked businesses. As SMBs and enterprises across different industries navigate shifting customer expectations and labor challenges, AI-native solutions are becoming essential to improve employee productivity, generate new business, and ensure long-term profitability and success. Read the full article here:  https://lnkd.in/gqqyyz4z Learn more about the EVC List: https://www.evclist.com/

Last week, in celebration of EdTech Week, we brought together an incredible group of EdTech and workforce-focused pre-partner investors for an intimate dinner. The evening was filled with engaging conversations, knowledge sharing, and discussions on emerging trends shaping the future of EdTech and workforce investment. 👏 Special thanks to our EVCA community leaders, Bridget Duru and Mady Duboc, for their leadership and dedication in curating this gathering. 🌟 Thank you to our partner, EASTWIND CAPITAL ADVISORS PRIVATE LIMITED, fur supporting this event. 💡 Interested in discovering more opportunities to connect with the VC community? Explore how EVCA fosters collaboration and empowers the next generation of VCs: https://lnkd.in/eCiDhRcc

🌟 Leadership Spotlight: Meet Keshav Reddy, EVCA New York Chapter Co-Lead! Keshav Reddy, Senior Analyst at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Blue Shield, focuses on Seed & Series A+ healthcare investments in areas like healthtech, telehealth, and behavioral health. As EVCA New York Chapter Co-Lead, Keshav fosters deeper connections in the VC community through events, networking, and meaningful collaborations. "EVCA offered me a diverse, supportive network. I’m passionate about creating opportunities for NYC VCs to build meaningful relationships," shares Keshav. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eA5ZQiEN Join Keshav and other EVCA leaders in shaping the next generation of VC: https://lnkd.in/eCiDhRcc

🌟 Event Recap: GP & Junior VC Dinner in Boston We came together with our partners to host the next installment of the General Partner & Junior VC Dinner Series in Boston. It was an evening filled with thoughtful conversations, career insights, and shared learnings. With small roundtable discussions led by Maia Heymann (Converge VC), Douglas Roth (Connecticut Innovations), Hongkai He (Taihill Venture), Craig Driscoll (HighlandX, Highland Capital Partners), Kevin King (53 Stations), emerging VCs had the unique opportunity to tackle career challenges, exchange advice, and connect with some of the most senior leaders in Boston’s venture ecosystem—all over a fantastic meal and drinks. 💬 Feedback from attendees: "The event was perfectly organized, conversations went great, and both attendees and speakers were deeply engaged throughout the evening." A huge thank you to our sponsors Silicon Valley Bank and New England Venture Capital Association for making this event possible. Special thanks to our incredible EVCA Boston community co-leaders—Tyler Fohrman, Sarah Lamont, and Chaya Patel—for your dedication and support in bringing this event to life!

🌟 Featured Investor: Alejandra Vergara, Principal at Bee Partners Ale Vergara is passionate about AI’s potential to transform knowledge into prosperity. At Bee Partners, she focuses on AI platforms that drive productivity, creativity, and enable human-machine collaboration. Her career journey, from managing portfolios to investing in tech, was inspired by a personal turning point—meeting her husband, a tech founder. Witnessing his dedication sparked her desire to pursue a mission-driven career. Today, she’s helping reshape the future of AI-powered collaboration. We’re thrilled to have Ale as our featured investor! Check out her insights on AI’s transformative role and her personal journey into venture capital: https://lnkd.in/e4xvwUd2

⛳ 🏌♂️ Recap of the Atlanta Investor Top Golf Mixer! We had an incredible time at the exclusive networking mixer, hosted by Las Olas Venture Capital, Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP (MMM), and the EVCA Atlanta Chapter during Venture Atlanta 2024. The event brought together top founders and investors in a unique, relaxed setting at Topgolf Atlanta. The evening was a standout, combining professional networking with a fun, engaging atmosphere. With a fantastic turnout, investors connected effortlessly, shared ideas, and explored potential partnerships—all while enjoying a lively game of golf. The well-organized setting made it easy to form meaningful connections and build relationships. A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors, LOVC and MMM, for making this event possible. And a special shoutout to our Atlanta community co-leaders, Scotty Lefkowitz and Yasho Singh, for their incredible support and leadership.