UpRound is a venture capital student organization dedicated to interdisciplinary undergraduate venture capital education, engaging the broader venture community with Southeastern Michigan, and creating a stronger sense of community within Michigan entrepreneurship.

- UpRound's first initiative was a student venture capital competition that simulates an accelerated investment process
- Obtained status as the official Michigan qualifier for the national uVCIC competition
- Built partnerships with several VC firms, corporate sponsors, and university offices
- Created training sessions to teach how a VC firm works, research and due diligence, and term sheets
- Engaged over 200 students
- Hosted VC guests from firms with a combined $5B under management

Venture Capital

UpRound Ventures

UpRound Ventures' headquarters in Ann Arbor, United States

Annika Chinnaiyan

Arianna Smith

Annie Patrick

Samantha Fragin

Elliott L.

Anthony Remick

Abhiram Chundru

Lola Epstein

Madelyn Walsh

Anjay Mital Skiff

Akshay Mehta

The Analyst Team at UpRound Ventures is responsible for conducting thorough research and due diligence on potential investment opportunities. They analyze market trends, evaluate startup pitches, and support the deal flow process. By synthesizing data and preparing reports, they help the organization make informed investment decisions and educate the broader venture community.

Analyst Team

The Leadership Team at UpRound Ventures oversees the strategic direction and operational execution of the organization. This team manages relationships with VC firms, corporate sponsors, and university offices, ensures the effective delivery of educational training sessions, coordinates student engagement initiatives, and organizes events such as the student venture capital competition. They play a crucial role in fostering a strong community within Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem and ensuring the organization's alignment with its mission.

Leadership Team

The Midwest Venture Sourcing and Engagement team at UpRound Ventures focuses on identifying promising startup opportunities in the Midwest region for inclusion in the Midwest Ventures Conference. Additionally, the team is responsible for fostering relationships with venture capital firms, corporate sponsors, and the broader entrepreneurial community to enhance student engagement and participation in venture capital initiatives.

UpRound Ventures

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Leadership Team

Midwest Venture Sourcing and Engagement

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UpRound Ventures

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Analyst Team

Leadership Team

Midwest Venture Sourcing and Engagement

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