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Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.0, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # National Venture Capital Association - NVCA ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://nvca.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Member Spotlight: The Veteran Fund](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-the-veteran-fund-2/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Ryan Micheletti, Managing Partner of The Veteran Fund. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? The Veteran Fund is a top-decile venture capital firm that invests in seed-stage, critical technology companies led by elite U.S. military veterans. Our founders are battle-tested leaders who have already proven - [Member Spotlight: ZEA](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-zea/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Jason Edwards, Managing Partner of ZEA. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? ZEA is a mission-driven venture capital firm uniquely positioned at the intersection of commercial innovation and national security. What sets ZEA apart is its targeted focus on dual-use technologies, those with both defense - [Member Spotlight: Snatched Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-snatched-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Kevin Colas, Managing General Partner of Snatched Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Snatched Ventures, is an institutional early venture deeptech firm/fund targeting $100M to back the next era of sustainable operational transformation and efficiency at the intersection of eight science-based technologies solving complex engineering - [Member Spotlight: First Bight Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-first-bight-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Veronica Breckenridge, Founder & Managing Partner of First Bight Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? We are the leading venture firm in the country focused on accelerating the $6 trillion chemical industry’s transition to bio-based alternatives. We invest in companies building the future of - [Member Spotlight: 7wire Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-7wire-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Alyssa Jaffee, Partner of 7wire Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? 7wire Ventures is a Chicago-based venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage healthcare technology investments. At the core of our investment philosophy is a long-standing thesis: the rise of the Informed Connected Health - [Member Spotlight: NextFab Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-nextfab-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Todor Raykov, Managing Partner of NextFab Ventures. What defines your portfolio? Our investment thesis centers on deep engagement with pre-seed to series A hard-tech startups that aim to reduce environmental harm and eliminate hazardous manual labor while driving productivity, safety, and resource efficiency. We focus primarily on three - [Member Spotlight: TDK Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-tdk-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Nicolas Sauvage, President of TDK Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? TDK Ventures is the corporate venture capital (CVC) arm of TDK Corporation, established in 2019 to invest globally in early-stage startups from Seed to Series B. With $500M in assets under management across - [Member Spotlight: Qualcomm Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-qualcomm-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Quinn Li, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Qualcomm Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? For over 25 years, Qualcomm Ventures has been a driving force for innovation, empowering visionary entrepreneurs to revolutionize industries. Our firm distinguishes itself through unparalleled access to Qualcomm’s cutting-edge - [Member Spotlight: Boot64](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-boot64/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to John Roberts, Managing Partner of Boot64. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? The first big difference is our firm is located in New Orleans, a city beloved around the world, but for culture and food, not VC! It has a small number of VC firms, - [Startup Spotlight: Runway Growth Capital and Snap! Mobile](https://nvca.org/startup-spotlight-runway-growth-capital-and-snap-mobile/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to David Spreng, Founder/CEO of Runway Growth Capital and Cole Morgan, Founder/CEO of Snap! Mobile. Give us some background on your firm: How did the firm start, what is your mission and how does the firm strive to meet its goals? Runway Growth Capital was founded in 2015 by - [Member Spotlight: Advaita Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-advaita-capital/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Gayatri Sarkar, Founder and CEO of Advaita Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Advaita Capital is a 100% women-owned growth equity venture firm deploying capital at the Series C and D stages, supported by prominent institutional Limited Partners and established family offices. Our team - [Member Spotlight: Emergence Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-emergence-capital/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Joe Floyd, General Partner of Emergence Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? At Emergence Capital, we are focused on early-stage investments in enterprise software companies. Our strategy is to partner with a select number of high-potential startups each year, allowing us to provide dedicated - [NVCA Statement on Gail Slater’s Confirmation](https://nvca.org/nvca-statement-on-gail-slaters-confirmation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 11, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Gail Slater to lead the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) antitrust division: “Gail Slater brings a deep understanding of the challenges startups face - [Member Spotlight: TechNexus Venture Collaborative](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-technexus-venture-collaborative/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Fred Hoch, Founder and General Partner of TechNexus Venture Collaborative. TechNexus Venture Collaborative launched in 2007 as a physical collaboration space for Chicago’s technology entrepreneurs. What began as a clubhouse for innovators eventually expanded into a first-of-its-kind Venture Collaborative that helps leading corporations invest in ambitious startups to - [Member Spotlight: Alpha Partners](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-alpha-partners/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Steve Brotman, founder and managing partner of Alpha Partners. Founded in 2013, Alpha Partners was built on a bold and unconventional venture capital strategy: partnering with VCs instead of competing against them. Nearly four out of five (78%) of all tech companies have VCs with less than $100 - [Building Better: Impact Venture Capital and Cornomi](https://nvca.org/building-better-impact-venture-capital-and-cornomi/) - Welcome to the NVCA Blog series, where we celebrate the dynamic relationship between our VC members and their innovative portfolio companies around the nation. For today’s Building Better, we spoke to Jack Crawford of Impact Venture Capital & Gordie Campbell of Cornami. Learn about their partnership in the Q&A below! Impact Venture Capital Give us some - [Member Spotlight: Runway Growth Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-runway-growth-capital/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to David Spreng, founder and CEO of Runway Growth Capital. Runway Growth Capital (“Runway”) is a venture debt firm specializing in minimally dilutive financing for late and growth-stage companies. We typically lend to companies considered late-stage (Series C and later) to allow early investors and management to avoid the - [Member Spotlight: parallel18](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-parallel18/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Bianca Corujo, Ventures Manager at parallel18. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Parallel18 is a top-level performance-driven international startup program with a social mission: offer entrepreneurs from all over the world access to high-quality business training, funding, and networks to help them scale globally while - [Member Spotlight: National Grid Partners](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-national-grid-partners/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Pradeep Tagare, Head of Investments at National Grid Partners. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? National Grid Partners is the utility industry’s only corporate venture investor in Silicon Valley. Our parent company, National Grid, is one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy utilities. National - [Venture Forward](https://nvca.org/venture-forward/) - NVCA is committed to expanding opportunities for men and women of all backgrounds to thrive in the venture ecosystem and ensuring everyone who works in this ecosystem has a welcoming professional culture and safe work environment, free from any type of harassment, abuse, and discrimination. - [Military Appreciation Month: ACP Mentor Brad Rossi and Mentee Daniel Kelly](https://nvca.org/military-appreciation-month-acp-mentor-brad-rossi-and-mentee-daniel-kelly/) - “There is nothing more American than a great comeback story.” That’s what ACP Mentor BradRossi told his Protege, Navy Veteran Daniel Kelly, after their first mentorship meeting. Bradsensed that Daniel’s incredible trajectory – from Sailor, to convicted felon, to current MBAcandidate – would inspire and motivate those lucky enough to hear it. Daniel’s experience with - [Member Spotlight: Impact Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-impact-venture-capital/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Jack Crawford, Founding General Partner of Impact Venture Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Impact Venture Capital invests in seed-stage artificial intelligence (AI) companies. Our investment experience in AI since our first fund in 2016 makes us a first mover. Following our historical success in - [Member Spotlight: At One Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-at-one-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Tom Chi, Founder and Managing Partner. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? At One Ventures finds, funds, and grows companies that are using disruptive deep tech to upend the unit economics of established industries while dramatically reducing their planetary footprint. We currently manage $525M across - [6 Additional Takeaways from the Latest Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/6-additional-takeaways-from-the-latest-venture-monitor/) - The second quarter of 2022 brought a series of new stories to the U.S. venture capital (VC) ecosystem. The initial narratives around the quarter revolved around inflation concerns and the tightening monetary environment. However, as the first half of the year came to an end, insights garnered from the Q2 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor data and interviews - [Member Spotlight: Thomson Reuters Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-thomson-reuters-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Tamara Steffens, Managing Director of Thomson Reuters Ventures. Tamara Steffens, Managing Director, Thomson Reuters Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Thomson Reuters Ventures is a $100 million enterprise technology fund with the backing and resources of Thomson Reuters at our disposal. When we invest, we are seeking to accelerate - [Q3 2022 Stormy Seas Ahead?](https://nvca.org/q3-2022-stormy-seas-ahead/) - The Q3 2022 Pitchbook-NVCA Venture Monitor report highlighted some of the changes the venture capital marketplace is undergoing. Tightening monetary policy at home combined with war and economic instability abroad are expected to have near to medium-term impacts on the availability of capital, talent, commodities, and productive capacity across the world economy. The U.S. venture capital industry - [Listen & Learn from Veteran VC CFOs/COOs](https://nvca.org/listen-learn-from-veteran-vc-cfos-coos/) - NVCA successfully hosted its sixth annual Strategic Operations and Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., earlier this month. The 1.5-day conference, developed in collaboration with NVCA’s CFO Taskforce, attracted 110+ senior operators from North American venture firms. The big picture: According to Jim Stewart, CFO of True Ventures, the event is “unparalleled in terms of its focus on technical topics, - [Member Spotlight: Overlooked Ventures](https://nvca.org/overlooked-ventures-2/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we profile the exciting work of our member firms. For this deep dive, we spoke to Janine Sickmeyer of Overlooked Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Overlooked Ventures invests in early-stage companies with one or more historically ignored founder(s). Fund I is a pre-seed/seed-stage fund investing in - [Member Spotlight: ForgePoint Capital](https://nvca.org/forgepoint-capital-1/) - For this deep dive, we spoke with Alberto Yépez, Co-founder and Managing Director at Forgepoint Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Forgepoint Capital is a sector-focused venture capital firm focused on cybersecurity and infrastructure software. As the most active venture capital fund in cybersecurity and cyber-adjacent areas with 37 active portfolio companies, we combine a thesis-driven - [Member Spotlight: Creative Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-creative-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke with James Wang, General Partner at Creative Ventures. James Wang, General Partner at Creative Ventures Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? As a deep tech venture firm, our investment interests lie in early-stage companies that are solving humanity’s most critical crises. With core structural issues—such as rising healthcare costs, - [Member Spotlight: Callais Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-callais-capital/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Harold Callais, Managing Partner + CIO of Callais Capital. Harold Callais, Managing Partner & CIO of Callais Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Callais Capital invests in top-performing startup teams across the Southeast and along the Mississippi River Valley—startups that are poised to take advantage of long-term inevitable trends. Our - [Member Spotlight: Owl Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-owl-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Tom Costin, Managing Director of Owl Ventures. Tom Costin, Managing Director of Owl Ventures Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Founded in 2014, Owl Ventures is the largest venture capital firm in the world focused on the education technology market with over $2 billion in assets under management. We were purposely - [Member Spotlight: Augment Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-augment-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to members of Augment Ventures. From L to R: Jeffrey Kontulis, Nikhil Bahadur, Sonali Vijayavargiya, David Armstrong What makes your firm unique? Augment Ventures invests in early-stage companies at the intersection of digitization and data that are transforming traditional or legacy industries. We have three main thematic areas of focus: Data - [Member Spotlight: Anzu Partners](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-anzu-partners/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Whitney Haring-Smith, Managing Partner of Anzu Partners. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Anzu Partners focuses on industrial technologies and life sciences, and we are driven to bring capital and capability to technologies that pull the future forward. Every member of our investment team is a technical subject - [Member Spotlight: PROOF](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-proof/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to John Backus, Managing Partner at PROOF. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: PROOF stands for the Pro Rata Opportunity Fund. LPs think of us as an opportunity fund on steroids. Why? Because we are able to invest in many of the best venture-funded companies in the ecosystem. How? - [Five Lessons from the Inaugural Venture Vanguard Class](https://nvca.org/five-lessons-from-the-inaugural-venture-vanguard-class/) - Created in observance of NVCA’s 50th anniversary, the prestigious new Venture Vanguard Award honors exceptional individuals who have made or are currently making significant contributions to create opportunities for entrepreneurs to build companies that change the world and turbocharge America’s growth and success. It is through their combined impact that our 2023 Venture Vanguard recipients, - [Reliving the 2023 NVCA Annual Leadership Gala!](https://nvca.org/reliving-the-2023-nvca-annual-leadership-gala/) - 50 Years of Impact For five decades, NVCA has worked to advocate for laws, policies, and a culture that encourage innovation and forge a promising path for the future. The yearlong celebration of our history – and what’s yet to be done – included our 2023 NVCA Leadership Gala and awards ceremony last month in - [Member Spotlight: Roble Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-roble-ventures/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Sergio Monsalve, Founding Partner of Roble Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: Roble Ventures is a thematically focused, early-stage venture fund that is 100% focused on investing in human enablement technologies. This means we support entrepreneurs who care about building new innovations for a new - [Member Spotlight: Atlas Venture](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-atlas-venture/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Michael Gladstone, Partner of Atlas Venture. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: Atlas Venture is a biotech-focused venture creation firm – meaning we help build the companies we invest in. We invest solely in innovative therapeutics, and we work closely with Entrepreneurs-in-Residence to source, vet, and - [Member Spotlight: Vibranium.VC](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-vibranium-vc/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Zamir Shukho, Founder and General Partner at Vibranium.VC. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: At Vibranium.VC, we know what it takes to reach the top. As a close-knit team, we have formed a venture capital fund in Silicon Valley, the global startup hub that has - [Building Better: At One Ventures and Ascend Elements](https://nvca.org/building-better-at-one-ventures-and-ascend-elements/) - Welcome to the NVCA Blog series, Building Better, where we celebrate the dynamic relationship between our VC members and their innovative portfolio companies around the nation. For today’s Building Better, we spoke to Laurie Menoud, Founding Partner of At One Ventures & Mike O’Kronley, CEO of Ascend Elements. At One Ventures Give us some background on At One Ventures: - [Member Spotlight: G Squared](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-g-squared-2/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Larry Aschebrook, Founder and Managing Partner at G Squared. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: G Squared serves dynamic growth stage companies as a capital solutions provider. Our strategy helps alleviate the pressures of staying private longer by supporting companies with transitional capital through a - [Member Spotlight: Transform VC](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-transform-vc/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Raed Masri, Partner at Transform VC. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: We are Transform VC, we invest in deep tech and network effects applied to social and climate challenges. We pay special attention to underrepresented talent to help create category queens and kings with technology. - [Building Better: National Grid Partners and APERIO](https://nvca.org/building-better-national-grid-partners-and-aperio/) - Welcome to the NVCA Blog series, Building Better, where we celebrate the dynamic relationship between our VC members and their innovative portfolio companies around the nation. For today’s Building Better, we spoke to Andre Turenne, Vice President, Investments of National Grid Partners & Jonas Hellgren, CEO of APERIO. Learn about their partnership in the Q&A below! National Grid - [Member Spotlight: The Veteran Fund](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-the-veteran-fund/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to The Veteran Fund. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? The Veteran Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in high-growth technology startups with US military veterans on the leadership team. We believe the US Military is the greatest leadership academy in the world, - [Military Appreciation Month: ACP Mentor Bonnie Hamilton and Mentee Casey McClosky](https://nvca.org/military-appreciation-month-acp-mentor-bonnie-hamilton-and-mentee-casey-mcclosky/) - What if you did everything “right,” but had to create a new career from scratch every few years?What if your own goals always seemed to take a backseat to interstate moves, a spouse’sgrueling schedule, and little access to affordable childcare - and you weren’t even sure whatthose goals should look like? That’s where Casey McClosky - [Member Spotlight: Chasing Rainbows](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-chasing-rainbows/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to General Partners, Patrick Driscoll and Ben Stokes at Chasing Rainbows. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: Chasing Rainbows is a venture capital fund led by award-winning General Partners Ben Stokes and Patrick Driscoll. We specialize in early-stage investments in companies founded by LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Our mission - [Member Spotlight: Sofinnova Investments](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-sofinnova-investments/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Maha Katabi, PhD, CFA, General Partner at Sofinnova Investments. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: Sofinnova Investments is a healthcare investment firm committed to funding innovative products that aspire to meaningfully impact the lives of patients. We actively partner with entrepreneurs across all stages of - [No Room for Harassment in our Industry](https://nvca.org/no-room-harassment-industry/) - In the past several days, the brave testimonials of Niniane Wang, Susan Ho, and Leiti Hsu have drawn a sharp focus on the unacceptable sexual harassment and misconduct of Justin Caldbeck. This behavior has no room in our industry and opened a critical discussion about how we can work together to make systemic changes to ensure that anyone - [NVCA Urges the White House Office of Science and Technology to Foster Innovation in Capital-Intensive Sectors](https://nvca.org/nvca-urges-white-house-office-science-technology-foster-innovation-capital-intensive-sectors/) - This week, NVCA submitted our comments to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the National Economic Council (NEC) on their updates to the 2009 Strategy for American Innovation, a comprehensive set of goals to advance innovation in the U.S. We are committed to advancing public policies to support the growth - [Member Spotlight: F-Prime Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-f-prime-capital/) - For this deep dive, we spoke to Stephen Knight, M.D., President & Managing Partner of F-Prime Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different: F-Prime Capital is a leading global venture capital firm investing in healthcare and technology. We’re proud to champion companies dedicated to directly shaping the future of medicine and technology. - [NVCA Board Member Ray Leach Testifies on Capital Formation](https://nvca.org/nvca-board-member-ray-leach-testifies-capital-formation/) - Today, NVCA Board Member and JumpStart Inc CEO Ray Leach testified before the House of Representatives Subcommittee on Capital Markets and Government Sponsored Enterprises at a Hearing on “Reducing Barriers to Capital Formation, Part II” Following the passage of the JOBS Act, the Subcommittee continues to identify additional legal, regulatory, and market impediments that are - [How VC is Solving Today’s Problems with Artificial Intelligence ](https://nvca.org/how-vc-is-solving-todays-problems-with-artificial-intelligence/) - With artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly gaining ground, the startup ecosystem is harnessing its potential to tackle pressing national challenges head-on. AI will play a pivotal role in expanding economic opportunities, revitalizing outdated systems, and combating the climate crisis, paving the way for a brighter future. Innovation will be further enhanced in sectors as varied as - [Venture-Backed Innovation Thrives Across the U.S.](https://nvca.org/venture-backed-innovation-thrives-across-u-s/) - As an Arkansas native, I’ve learned an important rule of thumb for visiting cities like Chicago: Get there before it gets cold. I don’t think I accomplished that last week when I blew into the Windy City as part of my nationwide NVCA “listen and learn” tour. But I certainly appreciated the warm reception I - [Having a Talent Strategy Makes a Difference](https://nvca.org/having-a-talent-strategy-makes-a-difference/) - Diversity is core to competitiveness. A 2014 Harvard Business School study, The Cost of Friendship, found that success rates of entrepreneurs diminish when co-investors have similar backgrounds and experiences. As an industry, we have a lot of work to do, and NVCA is committed to helping investors and entrepreneurs build diverse, competitive teams. Last week, - [Our Path Forward to Address Sexual Harassment in VC](https://nvca.org/our-path-forward-to-address-sexual-harassment-in-vc/) - For the second time in six weeks, the NVCA Board of Directors convened on Tuesday to discuss how the industry can and should address sexual harassment. Harassment of any kind has no place in the venture industry, and our board is focused on making sure they, as a group of leaders from our industry, and - [We Want YOU to Help us Understand the Current State of Human Capital in VC](https://nvca.org/want-help-us-understand-current-state-human-capital-vc/) - In today’s world, having good, trusted data and using it effectively is a key component of running a successful company, VC firm, or practically any other type of organization. Good data is that important. That creed is just as applicable when it comes to efforts to improve opportunity for underrepresented groups in the venture industry - [Member Spotlight: Woven Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-woven-capital/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to George Kellerman, Managing Director at Woven Capital. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Woven Capital is the $800 million corporate venture capital arm of Woven Planet, a wholly-owned - [Member Spotlight: Airbus Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-airbus-ventures/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we profile the exciting work of our member firms. For this deep dive, we spoke to Thomas d’Halluin, Managing Partner, at Airbus Ventures to learn more about the firm. Thomas d’Halluin, Managing Partner, Airbus Ventures What makes your firm unique? At Airbus Ventures, we champion outstanding leadership, science, - [Member Spotlight: 500 Global](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-500-global/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we profile the exciting work of our member firms. For this deep dive, we spoke to Christine Tsai, CEO and Founding Partner of 500 Global to learn more about the firm. Christine Tsai, CEO and Founding Partner of 500 Global What makes your firm unique? 500 Global is a venture - [Member Spotlight: Fin Capital](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-fin-capital/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we profile the exciting work of our member firms. For this deep dive, we spoke to Logan Allin, Managing Partner & Founder of Fin Capital to learn more about the firm. Logan Allin, Managing Partner & Founder of Fin Capital What makes your firm unique? We are “FinTech Nerds with Capital” - [Member Spotlight: BHP Ventures](https://nvca.org/member-spotlight-bhp-ventures/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we profile the exciting work of our member firms. For this deep dive, we spoke to members of BHP Ventures. From top left (L to R): Dr Brigid O’Brien, Josh Su, Natalie Cira, Alexandra Iljadica, Michael Buzzo, Susanna Campitelli, Jordan Mitchell Tell us about your firm. What makes it - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Avestria](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-avestria/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Linda Greub, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Avestria. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Avestria is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage (usually Seed and Series - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Spectrum Equity](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-spectrum-equity/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Vic Parker, Managing Director at Spectrum Equity. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? We are big believers in focus. Over 25+ years, we have learned what we do - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Blue Bear Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-blue-bear-ventures/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Deepak Gupta, Managing Partner at Blue Bear Ventures. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Blue Bear Ventures is a seed-stage investor in early deep tech startups founded by - [President Biden Should Highlight American Leadership in Climate Technology Innovation at COP26](https://nvca.org/president-biden-should-highlight-american-leadership-in-climate-technology-innovation-at-cop26/) - As President Biden and his team prepare for the COP26 UN Climate Conference next week, they should highlight to the world how America is providing leadership in climate-focused venture capital (VC) investment. VC investment is the central factor accelerating the pace of innovation across a range of leading technologies, including biotechnology, medical devices, computer software - [2023 Venture Capital Investments Summer Analyst - StepStone Group](https://nvca.org/2023-venture-capital-investments-summer-analyst-stepstone-group/) - StepStone is a rapidly growing Global Private Markets firm who provides customized investment and advisory solutions to some of the most sophisticated investors in the world. With $570 billion of total capital allocations, including $134 billion in AUM, we are highly diversified in the private markets across the globe and provide creative solutions to solve - [CEA Chief Economist Shares What To Expect at CES 2015](https://nvca.org/cea-chief-economist-shares-expect-ces-2015/) - With more than 2 million net square feet of exhibit space, over 160,000 attendees and an entire show floor, awards ceremony, and conference program dedicated to the innovation ecosystem, the International CES® continues to prove why it’s one of the most relevant innovation and technology shows in the world. This year, NVCA has partnered with - [Tune into the NEW Venture Capitol podcast!](https://nvca.org/tune-into-the-new-venture-capitol-podcast/) - We are excited to announce that NVCA has launched its first-ever podcast and we hope you will tune in! It’s called the Venture Capitol podcast, and that’s Capitol with an “O” as in Capitol Hill where we focus a great deal of attention on advocating for America’s startup ecosystem. Why did we decide to do - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Illumina Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-illumina-ventures/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Nick Naclerio, Founding Partner at Illumina Ventures, to learn more about his firm. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Illumina Ventures invests in early-stage life science companies with - [New Industry Partner Spotlight: Heads Apart](https://nvca.org/new-industry-partner-spotlight-heads-apart/) - Since we launched our Industry Partner program in 2015 we have built a community of industry-leading service providers that work with venture capital investors to help startups reach the next milestone. Today we are featuring our newest Industry Partner, Heads Apart Group, a boutique executive search consulting firm that optimizes NVCA’s commitment to diversity. NVCA, the venture - [Foreign investment scrutiny: 5 questions every venture investor should know the answer to](https://nvca.org/foreign-investment-scrutiny-5-questions-every-venture-investor-know-answer/) - Venture investors and startups are waking up to a new reality as the U.S. government is newly empowered to scrutinize foreign investment, including into venture funds and by foreign strategic investors. We’ve written previously about the big impact the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA) will have on venture capital. The Treasury Department recently made a bold gambit - [Foreign Investment Bill and its Impact on the VC and Startup Ecosystem](https://nvca.org/foreign-investment-bill-impact-vc-startup-ecosystem/) - If you’re a VC with a foreign LP or have foreign co-investors, then you should know the law is about to change. Later this week, Congress is expected to pass legislation that will impact foreign investment into the venture and startup ecosystem in new ways. President Trump is expected to sign the Foreign Investment Risk Review - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Tusk Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-tusk-venture-partners/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Jordan Nof, Managing Partner and co-founder of Tusk Venture Partners, to learn more about his firm. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? 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Plum Alley’s differentiator is our relentless focus on - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Ironspring Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-ironspring-ventures/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Ty Findley, Managing Partner at Ironspring Ventures, to learn more about his firm. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? Myself and my partners, Adam Bridgman and Peter J. - [NVCA Member Spotlight: Icon Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-member-spotlight-icon-ventures/) - Welcome to our Member Spotlight series where we give a profile overview of our many diverse members. For this deep dive, we spoke to Joe Horowitz, Managing General Partner at Icon Ventures and NVCA Board Member, to learn more about his firm. Tell us about your firm. What makes it different? 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I'm a bike messenger - [Our Work](https://nvca.org/our-work/) ## My Templates - [The Events Calendar - Starter](https://nvca.org/?elementor_library=the-events-calendar-starter) - « All Events Chief Financial Manager & Director of Operations – (In-Person) - [Default Kit](https://nvca.org/?elementor_library=default-kit) ## Documents - [NVCA Coalition Letter to Congress on QSBS Provisions](https://nvca.org/document/qsbs-letter-10-29-21-final-2/) - The letter urges policymakers to preserve the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) provision in the Build Back Better Act, emphasizing its critical role in fostering innovation, attracting talent, and supporting small businesses by offering tax benefits. - [NVCA Opposition Letter on California Health Care AB 3129](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ab3129-letter-oppose/) - NVCA opposes California’s AB 3129, warning it could restrict venture funding for healthcare innovation and delay critical services. - [NVCA Model Stock Purchase Agreement (Updated Oct 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-stock-purchase-agreement-updated-oct-2025/) - [NVCA Response to Sen. Toomey on Blockchain](https://nvca.org/document/09272021-nvca-response-to-senator-toomey-blockchain-2/) - NVCA urges policymakers to establish clear, innovation-friendly regulations for blockchain to ensure the U.S. remains a leader in technological advancement. - [NVCA Letter to President Trump and Commerce Secretary Lutnick on Startup Visa](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-president-trump-and-commerce-secretary-lutnick-on-startup-visa/) - NVCA urges the Administration to exempt startups from the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee and establish a new Startup Visa program. - [NVCA Model Investors’ Rights Agreement (Updated Oct 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-investors-rights-agreement-updated-oct-2025/) - [Q3 2025 PitchBook - NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q3-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-data-pack/) - [Q3 2025 PitchBook - NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q3-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [25.10.09 - NVCA UVA VC 101](https://nvca.org/document/25-10-09-nvca-uva-vc-101/) - NVCA UVA VC 101 25.10.06Download - [NVCA Model Right of First Refusal and Co-Sale Agreement (Updated Oct 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-right-of-first-refusal-and-co-sale-agreement-updated-oct-2025/) - [NVCA Model Certificate of Incorporation (Updated Oct 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-certificate-of-incorporation-updated-oct-2025/) - [NVCA Model Voting Agreement (Updated Oct 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-voting-agreement-updated-oct-2025/) - [NVCA Model Legal Documents Voting Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-va-1-2024-2/) - [Voting Agreement (Updated October 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/voting-agreement-updated-october-2025/) - [An Analysis of U.S. Employment Dynamics at Venture-Backed Companies Between 1990 and 2022](https://nvca.org/document/an-analysis-of-u-s-employment-dynamics-at-venture-backed-companies-between-1990-and-2022/) - [NVCA Support for Endless Frontier Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-support-for-endless-frontier-act-2/) - NVCA Letter to express our support for the Endless Frontier Act. - [NVCA Provides High Level Recommendations on 21st-Century Cures Initiative](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-provides-high-level-recommendations-on-21st-century-cures-initiative-8-11-14-2/) - NVCA discusses if more is not done to improve the drug and device development process and modernize our regulatory and reimbursement systems to keep pace with the rapid advancement in medical research, the U.S. is at risk of losing its leadership in medical innovation. - [NVCA submits FIRRMA Statement for Record to House Financial Services Hearing](https://nvca.org/document/firrma-statement-for-record-house-financial-services-hearing-2/) - NVCA submitted a statement for the record regarding the Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA), discussing its potential impact on venture capital investments. - [Sen. Warner Letter to SBA Letter](https://nvca.org/document/sba-letter-4-1-20-2/) - Letter urges the SBA to clarify PPP eligibility for venture-backed startups, arguing that affiliation rules could unfairly disqualify them from relief funds critical to retaining employees and driving innovation. - [Joint Innovation Coalition Comments re SBIR Reauthorization](https://nvca.org/document/joint-innovation-coalition-comments-re-sbir-reauthorization-2024-10-03/) - Supports the reauthorization of the SBIR program to sustain innovation and small business growth. - [Minnesota VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/minnesota-vc-state-data-2/) - [US-BOLT Term Sheet (Climate) - final (4-4-24)](https://nvca.org/document/us-bolt-term-sheet-climate-final-4-4-24-3/) - [US-BOLT Term Sheet (Climate) - final (4-4-24)](https://nvca.org/document/us-bolt-term-sheet-climate-final-4-4-24-2/) - [Q1 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q1-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-summary-xls-2/) - [Q1 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q1-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [VenturePAC FAQs](https://nvca.org/document/venturepac-faqs-2/) - [2023 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack- Members Only](https://nvca.org/document/nvca_2023_yearbook_member-only-data-pack_appendices_/) - [2024 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/2024-yb-data-pdf-2/) - [2024 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2024-yearbook-2/) - [NVCA SPA 4-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-spa-4-2024-2/) - [NVCA IRA 4-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ira-4-2024-2/) - [NVCA Charter 4-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-charter-4-2024-2/) - [Senate SBC Letter to Becerra and Raimondo](https://nvca.org/document/2024-2-6_sbc-members-letter-2/) - Addresses policy concerns relevant to small business and startup funding ecosystems. - [S3-Ventures-Associate-Job-Spec-2024](https://nvca.org/document/s3-ventures-associate-job-spec-2024/) - [2024 NVCA Member Guide](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-member-guide-2024-3/) - [NVCA-VA-1-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-va-1-2024-3/) - [NVCA-SPA-1-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-spa-1-2024-3/) - [NVCA-ROFRA-1-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-rofra-1-2024-3/) - [NVCA-IRA-1-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ira-1-2024-3/) - [NVCA-Certificate-of-Incorporation-1-2024](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-certificate-of-incorporation-1-2024-3/) - [NVCA Comments to NIST on March in Guidance](https://nvca.org/document/nvca_march-in-comment-letter-2/) - [2024 NVCA Peer Group Overview](https://nvca.org/document/peer-groups-updated-2-2024/) - [Toptal, LLC Note Purchase Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/note-purchase-agreement-and-convertible-note-2/) - [NVCA Model Legal Documents Investors' Rights Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ira-1-2024-2/) - [NVCA Model Legal Documents Certificate of Incorporation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-certificate-of-incorporation-1-2024-2/) - [NVCA Model Legal Documents Stock Purchase Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-spa-1-2024-2/) - [NVCA Model Legal Documents Right of First Refusal and Co-Sale Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-rofra-1-2024-2/) - [Q4 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2023_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [US-BOLT Life Science Term Sheet (updated Dec 2023)](https://nvca.org/document/us-bolt-life-science-term-sheet-updated-dec-2023-2/) - [Q4 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Media Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q4-2023-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor_media-2/) - [Q4 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q4-2023-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [NVCA Model Legal Documents Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-preferred-stock-purchase-agreement-10-2023-final-3/) - [US-BOLT Life Science Sample License Agreement - Dec 2023](https://nvca.org/document/us-bolt-life-science-sample-license-agreement-dec-2023-2/) - [NVCA & VF Amicus Brief in support of AAER v. Fearless Fund](https://nvca.org/document/aaer-v-fearless-fund-et-al-nvca-venture-forward-amicus-brief-as-filed-2/) - Supports legal arguments on venture capital access and diversity in entrepreneurship. - [NVCA RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL AND CO-SALE AGREEMENT (10-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-right-of-first-refusal-and-co-sale-agreement-10-2023-final-2/) - [NVCA PREFERRED STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT (10-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-preferred-stock-purchase-agreement-10-2023-final-2/) - [NVCA VOTING AGREEMENT (10-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-voting-agreement-10-2023-final-2/) - [NVCA CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION (10-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-certificate-of-incorporation-10-2023-final-3/) - [NVCA CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION (10-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-certificate-of-incorporation-10-2023-final-2/) - [Aumni_Enhanced_Model_Term_Sheet___V3.0___06142022](https://nvca.org/document/aumni_enhanced_model_term_sheet___v3-0___06142022-2/) - [Q3 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q3_2023_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [Q3 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q3_2023_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [NVCA VOTING AGREEMENT (10-2023)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-voting-agreement-10-2023-2/) - [NVCA STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT (10-2023)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-stock-purchase-agreement-10-2023-2/) - [NVCA RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL AND CO-SALE AGREEMENT (10-2023)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-right-of-first-refusal-and-co-sale-agreement-10-2023-2/) - [NVCA INVESTORS’ RIGHTS AGREEMENT (10-2023)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-investors-rights-agreement-10-2023-2/) - [NVCA Voting Agreement (9-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-voting-agreement-9-2023-final-2/) - [NVCA RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL (9-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-right-of-first-refusal-9-2023-final-2/) - [NVCA Stock Purchase Agreement 9-2023](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-stock-purchase-agreement-9-2023-2/) - [NVCA Charter (9-2023 Final)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-charter-9-2023-final-2/) - [2022 NVCA Board Communication](https://nvca.org/document/2022-nvca-board-communication-2/) - [2022 NVCA Internal Control Letter](https://nvca.org/document/2022-nvca-internal-control-letter-2/) - [Brief of NVCA and VF as Amicus Brief in support of Fearless Funds](https://nvca.org/document/2023-09-01-66-002-brief-of-the-national-venture-capital-association-and-the-venture-capital-founda-2/) - [NVCA Comment on Fair Value](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-fair-value-11-3-14-2/) - Provides feedback on fair value accounting standards relevant to venture capital. - [NVCA Joint Letter to HASC on FY](https://nvca.org/document/software-in-defense-coalition_hasc_fy24-bills_letter-2/) - Advocates for defense policy updates to facilitate innovation and private-sector collaboration. - [NVCA Joint Letter to HASC on FY24 Bills](https://nvca.org/document/software-in-defense-coalition_hasc_fy24-bills_letter-draft-2/) - Supports legislative measures to improve technology adoption in national defense. - [SBA SBIC Final Rule Summary](https://nvca.org/document/sbic-final-rule-summary-final-july2023-2/) - Summarizes key changes in the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program to enhance capital access. - [2017 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2017-yearbook-members-only-data-pack-2/) - [2017 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2017-yearbook-2/) - [Q2 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2-2023-venture-monitor-report/) - [Q2 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q2_2023_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls/) - [Q2 2023 PitchBokk-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2-2023-pitchbokk-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [NVCA 2023 SOPS Sponsorship Opportunities](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2023-strategic-operations-and-policy-summit-sponsorship-opps-2/) - [NVCA Comment on SEC Proposed Safeguarding Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sec-proposed-safeguarding-rule-comment-050823-1-2/) - The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is pleased to comment on the proposed safeguarding rule to amend and replace Rule 206(4)-2 (Custody Rule) under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (“Proposed Amendments” or “the Proposal”). - [FINAL- NVCA Appoints Precursors Charles Hudson as New Board Chair_Embargo Until 5.11.23](https://nvca.org/document/final-nvca-appoints-precursors-charles-hudson-as-new-board-chair_embargo-until-5-11-23-2/) - [Q1 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q1-2023-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-data-pack/) - [Q1 2023 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q1_2023_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor/) - [NVCA Letter on DEAL Act & HFSC Cap Markets Hrg](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-re-02082023-hfsc-cap-markets-hrg-final-1-2/) - On behalf of our nation’s venture capital (VC) investors and the entrepreneurs they support, thank you for holding the Subcommittee on Capital Markets February 8th hearing entitled “Empowering Entrepreneurs: Removing Barriers to Capital Access for Small Businesses.” - [NVCA Letter Regarding Chips and Science Act Appropriations](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-regarding-chips-and-science-act-appropriations-final12142022-2/) - [NVCA Letter Regarding SBIC Accrual Debentures License](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-regarding-sbic-accrual-debentures-license-final-3202023-2/) - Supports a new SBIC license for tech investment funds and seeks clarification on affiliation rule waivers. - [NVCA-2020-Voting-Agreement-March-2022-update (2)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-voting-agreement-march-2022-update-2-2/) - [2023 Inflation Reduction Act Climate Spending Programs List](https://nvca.org/document/ira-climate-spending-programs-final-1-1-2/) - [2023 Inflation Reduction Act Climate Spending Programs Chart](https://nvca.org/document/ira-climate-spending-program-chart-final-2/) - [2023 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2023-yearbook_finalfinal-2/) - [2022 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/nvca_2022_yearbook_member-only-data-pack_appendices-2/) - [NVCA Voting Agreement March 2022 update](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-march-2022-update-2/) - [Q4 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/underlying-report-data_q4-2022-venture-monitor/) - [Q4 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2022_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor/) - [NVCA Response to IRS 2022-50 on Elective Payment of Applicable Credits and Transfer of Certain Credits](https://nvca.org/document/pdf-response-to-notice-2022-50-on-elective-payment-of-applicable-credits-and-transfer-of-certain-credits-1112022-2/) - Addresses concerns and recommendations for implementing elective payment provisions in tax policy. - [2021 NVCA Internal Control Ltr](https://nvca.org/document/2021-nvca-internal-control-ltr-2/) - [TTO and VC Early-Stage Life-Science Term Sheet (11-21-22 launch)](https://nvca.org/document/tto-and-vc-early-stage-life-science-term-sheet-11-21-22-launch-2/) - [TTO and VC Early-Stage Life-Science Term Sheet (11-19-22 launch)](https://nvca.org/document/tto-and-vc-early-stage-life-science-term-sheet-11-19-22-launch-3/) - [TTO and VC Early-Stage Life-Science Term Sheet (11-19-22 launch)](https://nvca.org/document/tto-and-vc-early-stage-life-science-term-sheet-11-19-22-launch-2/) - [Venture Forward SSBCI Request for Information Comments](https://nvca.org/document/ssbci-request-for-information-comments_final-2/) - Provides feedback on the implementation of the State Small Business Credit Initiative. - [2022 NVCA Climate & Sustainability Deck](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-climate-sustainability-deck-10-19-22-2/) - [Q3 2022 Pitchbook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q3_2022_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor/) - [Q3 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Media Copy](https://nvca.org/document/report-media-copy__q3-2022-venture-monitor-2-2/) - [SBIR-STTR Section by Section Senate Summary](https://nvca.org/document/sbir-sttr-section-by-section-senate-summary-2/) - Breaks down legislative updates to the SBIR and STTR programs. - [2022 HSBC SBIR & STTR One Pager](https://nvca.org/document/hsbc-sbir-sttr-one-pager-2/) - Provides a concise overview of the SBIR-STTR programs and their impact on innovation. - [IRA Climate Spending Programs Summary](https://nvca.org/document/ira-climate-spending-programs-summary_sept-2022-2/) - Summarizes key climate-related spending initiatives in the Inflation Reduction Act. - [2023 Inflation Reducation Act Climate Tax Provisions](https://nvca.org/document/inflation-reduction-act-climate-tax-provisions-3/) - Outlines how the Inflation Reduction Act extends, expands, and introduces climate tax credits to support clean energy generation, carbon capture, alternative fuels, domestic manufacturing, and clean vehicles. - [VC Human Capital Survey 3rd Edition](https://nvca.org/document/vc-human-capital-survey-3rd-edition-2021-2/) - [Senate Chips and Science Bill Overview](https://nvca.org/document/sen-chips-and-science-bill-overview-3-3/) - NVCA Senate Chips and Science Bill Overview - [Q2 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2_2022_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor/) - [Q2 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q2_2022_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_xls/) - [Chips and Science Bill Overview](https://nvca.org/document/sen-chips-and-science-bill-overview-2-3/) - Summarizes the key components of the Senate's Chips and Science Bill. - [USICA Division B Summary for NSF, DOC, NIST, and NASA](https://nvca.org/document/2022-07-18_divisionb_nsf-nist-doc-nasa11-2/) - Details legislative provisions related to science agencies like NSF, NIST, DOC, and NASA. - [Maryam Haque Written Testimony to Financial Services Committee Task Force on Financial Technology](https://nvca.org/document/maryam-haque-written-testimony-6-30-22-committee-on-financial-services-task-force-on-financial-technology-2/) - Testimony presented to the Committee on Financial Services' Task Force on Financial Technology. - [Q1 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q1_2022_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls/) - [Q1 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q1_2022_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor/) - [NVCA-2020-Voting-Agreement Citi Comments to Section 4.3 - March 2022 update](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-voting-agreement-citi-comments-to-section-4-3-march-2022-update-2/) - [Q1 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor First Look](https://nvca.org/document/q1-2022-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-first-look-media-copy-2/) - [2022 NVCA Overview](https://nvca.org/document/2022-nvca-overview-4/) - [NVCA-VF Employment One-pager](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-vf-employment-one-pager-4/) - [2022 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack- Members Only](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2022-yearbook-members-only-data-pack-2/) - [2022 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2022-yearbook-public-data-pack-2/) - [2022 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2022-yearbook-final-2/) - [NVCA Endless Frontier Act Multi Association Letter](https://nvca.org/document/endless-frontier-act-multi-association-letter-april-2021-2/) - Various associations, including the NVCA, support the Endless Frontier Act to invest in technology, science, and R&D, enhancing U.S. global competitiveness. - [Jobs Report Press Release](https://nvca.org/document/final-jobs-report-press-release-2-9-22/) - [Employment Dynamics at Venture-Backed Companies Study](https://nvca.org/document/employment-dynamics-at-venture-backed-companies_final-2/) - Analyzes employment trends at venture-backed companies, highlighting their significant role in U.S. job creation over three decades. - [America COMPETES Act startup visa support letter for bobby review](https://nvca.org/document/america-competes-act-startup-visa-support-letter-for-bobby-review-2/) - [Q4 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2021_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor/) - [Q4 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2021_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-3/) - [Q4 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/underlying-report-data_q4-2024-venture-monitor/) - [Q4 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor First Look](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2021_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_first_look-1-2/) - [Endless Frontier Act and its Impact on VC & Startups](https://nvca.org/document/endless-frontier-act-and-its-impact-on-vc-startups-2/) - [Indemnification Agreement (Updated July 2020)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-indemnification-agreement-2/) - [NVCA VC Award Descriptions_2022](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-vc-award-descriptions_2022-3/) - [NVCA Comments to CMS on MCIT](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-re-cms-mcit-04162021-3/) - The letter supports the Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology (MCIT) pathway, emphasizing how venture capital has driven advancements in medical devices and treatments, and urges CMS to implement the pathway without delay to foster further innovation in healthcare. - [NVCA SSBCI WG Issues for Treasury Discussion With Treasury Feedback](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ssbci-wg-issues-for-treasury-discussion-with-treasury-feedback-642021-final-3/) - [NVCA-2020-Certificate-of-Incorporation-September-1-2020 (2)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-certificate-of-incorporation-september-1-2020-2-3/) - [NVCA-2020-Certificate-of-Incorporation-September-1-2020](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-certificate-of-incorporation-september-1-2020-3/) - [NVCA-Member Guide-vs5-2](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-member-guide-vs5-2-2/) - [Q3 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/underlying-report-data_q3-2021-venture-monitor-2/) - [Q3 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q3_2021_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [NVCA VC Award Descriptions_2022](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-vc-award-descriptions_2022-2/) - [NVCA Events Update - September 2021](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-update-september-2021-2/) - [NVCA Comment to FASB on Agenda Consultation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-fasb-agenda-consultation-comment-9-22-2021-2/) - National Venture Capital Association Response to FASB Invitation to Comment -- Agenda Consultation - [2021 NVCA Audit](https://nvca.org/document/national-venture-capital-association_-20-management-letter-2/) - [2020 NVCA Aduit](https://nvca.org/document/national-venture-capital-association_20-financial-report-2/) - [NVCA Events Update - August 2021 3](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-update-august-2021-3-2/) - [NVCA 2020 Investors Rights Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-investors-rights-agreement-august-2021-2/) - [NVCA Overview Spring](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-overview-spring-2021-2/) - [2021 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2021-yearbook-2/) - [NVCA Events Update - July 2021](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-update-july-2021-2/) - [Venture Forward 2021 Impact Report](https://nvca.org/document/venture-forward-2021-impact-report_final-2/) - [NVCA-Events-Update-June-2021-7.15.21](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-update-june-2021-7-15-21-2/) - [Q2 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2_2021_pitchbook-nvca_venture_monitor-3/) - [Q2 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q2_2021_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [NVCA Job Opening - Manager of Programming and Operations](https://nvca.org/document/manager-of-programming-and-operations-job-description-2/) - [Upcoming Events NVCA June 2021](https://nvca.org/document/upcoming-events-nvca-june-2021-2/) - [NVCA Events June 2021](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-june-2021-4/) - [NVCA Events Update - May 2021](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-update-may-2021-3/) - [IGNITE American Innovation Act Survey Results](https://nvca.org/document/ignite-american-innovation-act-survey-results_final-2/) - [NVCA-Renewal-Invoice-2021-22 Emergence](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-renewal-invoice-2021-22-emergence-2/) - [Q1 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/final_q1_2021_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [Q1 2021 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q1_2021_pitchbook_venture_monitor-2/) - [NVCA one-pager - Peer Groups 2021](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-one-pager-peer-groups-2021-2/) - [Member Events NVCA April 21'](https://nvca.org/document/member-events-nvca-april-21-2/) - [April 1 2021 Member Events Update JV](https://nvca.org/document/april-1-2021-member-events-update-jv-3/) - [2021 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack- Members Only](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2021-yearbook_members-only-data-pack-2/) - [2021 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2021-yearbook_public-data-pack-2/) - [2021 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2021-yearbook-3/) - [NVCA Renewal Invoice 2021-22 Template](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-renewal-invoice-2021-22-template-2/) - [NVCA Renewal Invoice 2021-22 Tech Council](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-renewal-invoice-2021-22-tech-council-2/) - [March 2021 NVCA Events](https://nvca.org/document/march-2021-nvca-events-4/) - [NVCA_Visa_Reforms_book_FINAL](https://nvca.org/document/nvca_visa_reforms_book_final-2/) - [February 2021 NVCA Events](https://nvca.org/document/february-2021-nvca-events-3/) - [NVCA Events 2021 February](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-events-2021-february-3/) - [2021-Feb-events-cal-ev-edits-SV](https://nvca.org/document/2021-feb-events-cal-ev-edits-sv-3/) - [Q4 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [Q4 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [2021 January Events Calendar](https://nvca.org/document/2021-january-events-calendar-2/) - [VenturePAC Donation Instructions](https://nvca.org/document/venturepac-donation-instructions-3/) - [web Exit This Way 12.16.2020](https://nvca.org/document/web-exit-this-way-12-16-2020-2/) - [eval Exit This Way – Alternative _ Traditi](https://nvca.org/document/eval-exit-this-way-alternative-_-traditi-2/) - [2020 December Events Calendar](https://nvca.org/document/2020-december-events-calendar-2/) - [Sample-Record-of-Attendance](https://nvca.org/document/sample-record-of-attendance-2/) - [Private Markets Brochure 2020](https://nvca.org/document/private-markets-brochure-2020-2/) - [Private Equity and Venture Capital Brochure](https://nvca.org/document/private-equity-and-venture-capital-brochure-2/) - [NVCA Member Guide - November 2020](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-member-guide-november-2020-2/) - [2020 November Events Calendar Final](https://nvca.org/document/2020-november-events-calendar-final-2/) - [NVCA VC Award Descriptions_2021](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-vc-award-descriptions_2021-2/) - [NVCA one-pager Oct 2020 General Use](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-one-pager-oct-2020-general-use-2/) - [Q3 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/summary-xls_q3_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [Q3 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q3_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [IGNITE Innovation Act Open Letter](https://nvca.org/document/ignite-innovation-act-open-letter_final-2/) - [2020 September Events Calendar](https://nvca.org/document/2020-september-events-calendar-2/) - [NVCA Letter to House on Endless Frontier Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-endless-frontier-act-09092020-house-2/) - NVCA Letter to House on Endless Frontier Act to Representatives Khanna and Gallagher. - [NVCA Letter to Senate on Endless Frontier Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-endless-frontier-act-09092020-2/) - NVCA Letter to Senate on Endless Frontier Act to Senators Schumer and Young. - [2019 NVCA Aduit](https://nvca.org/document/national-venture-capital-association_19-fs_final-2/) - [2020 NVCA Aduit](https://nvca.org/document/national-venture-capital-assoc_communications-with-tcwg_19_final-2/) - [NVCA Sample Diversity Inclusion Policies](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-diversity-inclusion-policies-3/) - [NVCA-2020-Investors-Rights-Agreement September 1 2020](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-investors-rights-agreement-september-1-2020-2/) - [NVCA-2020-Certificate-of-Incorporation September 1 2020](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-certificate-of-incorporation-september-1-2020-2/) - [NVCA-2020-Right-of-First-Refusal-Agreement September 1 2020](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-right-of-first-refusal-agreement-september-1-2020-2/) - [NVCA-2020-Stock-Purchase-Agreement-1 September 1 2020](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-stock-purchase-agreement-1-september-1-2020-2/) - [NVCA 2020 Term Sheet](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-term-sheet-2/) - [2020 VC Human Capital Survey](https://nvca.org/document/2020-vc-human-capital-survey-2/) - [NVCA 2020 Stock Purchase Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-stock-purchase-agreement-2/) - [NVCA 2020 Term Sheet](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-term-sheet-4/) - [NVCA Stock Purchase Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-stock-purchase-agreement/) - [NVCA 2020 Investors' Rights Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-investors-rights-agreement/) - [NVCA 2020 Management Rights Letter](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-management-rights-letter-2/) - [LPA Insert Language Regarding CFIUS (Updated July 2020)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-lpa-insert-re-cfius-2/) - Limited Partnership Agreement insert addressing CFIUS considerations. - [NVCA 2020 Certificate of Incorporation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-certificate-of-incorporation-2/) - [NVCA 2020 Right of First Refusal Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-right-of-first-refusal-agreement-2/) - [NVCA 2020 Term Sheet](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-term-sheet-3/) - [Q2 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/summary-xls_final_q2_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [Q2 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-final-2/) - [NVCA Press Release Announcing Venture Forward Creation](https://nvca.org/document/venture-forward-press-release-2/) - [T3 Remote Work Considerations](https://nvca.org/document/t3-remote-work-considerations-2/) - [T3 Post COVID Workplace Considerations](https://nvca.org/document/t3-post-covid-workplace-considerations-2/) - [T3 COVID-19 Re-Entry Considerations](https://nvca.org/document/t3-covid-19-re-entry-considerations-2/) - [Q1 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/summary-xls_q1_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [Q1 2020 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q1_2020_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2-2/) - [2020 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-yearbook-2/) - [Senate Democrats C-3 summary](https://nvca.org/document/senate-democrats_c-3-summary_3-25-20_-2/) - Senate Democrats fought for a bipartisan, robust third COVID-19 bill that will immediately bolster our health care response and our economy. Instead of accepting Leader McConnell’s partisan $1 trillion COVID-19 bill, Senate Democrats secured a $2 trillion investment with stronger worker protections, a Marshall Plan for our hospitals, and much more. - [THE TEXT](https://nvca.org/document/the-text-2/) - [2020 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-yearbook_public-data-pack-2/) - [2020 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2020-yearbook-3/) - [NVCA Comments on Principal Place of Business](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-principal-place-of-business-february-18-2/) - NVCA provides feedback on the SBA’s definition of "principal place of business" for eligibility under small business loan programs. The comments emphasize the need for clarity to ensure that startups, especially those in the venture-backed ecosystem, are not unfairly excluded from critical financial support. - [Q4 2019 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q4_2019_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [Q4 2019 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/final_4q_2019_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-2/) - [NVCA Comment Letter Comments on Section 382(h) Proposed Regulations Related to Built-In Gain and Loss (REG-125710-18)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-regarding-382-regulatory-proposal-11122019-final-2/) - Highlights the potential negative effects of proposed tax regulations on startup financing. - [OECD Digitalisation Letter - Private Equity & Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/document/oecd-digitalisation-letter-private-equity-venture-capital-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Right-of-First-Refusal_Oct-24-19](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-right-of-first-refusal_oct-24-19-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Investor-Rights-Agreement_Oct-24-19](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-investor-rights-agreement_oct-24-19-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Investor-Rights-Agreement_Oct-16](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-investor-rights-agreement_oct-16-3/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Right-of-First-Refusal_Oct-16](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-right-of-first-refusal_oct-16-3/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Right-of-First-Refusal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-right-of-first-refusal-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Investor-Rights-Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-investor-rights-agreement-3/) - [Q3 2019 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/3q_2019_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor_summary_xls-1-2/) - [Q3 2019 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/3q_2019_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2-2/) - [NVCA-Deloitte Human Capital Survey 2016](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-deloitte-human-capital-survey-2016-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Investor-Rights-Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-investor-rights-agreement-4/) - [2019 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2019-yearbook_public-data-pack-2/) - [2019 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2019-yearbook-2/) - [Q2 2019 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/final_pitchbook_nvca_2q_2019_venture_monitor_summary_xls-xlsb-2/) - [Q2 2019 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/2q_2019_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [Q3 2017 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/3q_2017_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [Q4 2017 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/4q_2017_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [PitchBook-NVCA Partnership Collateral v8](https://nvca.org/document/pitchbook-nvca-partnership-collateral-v8-2-2/) - [NVCA-SampleHRPolicies](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-samplehrpolicies-3/) - [NVCA-Sample-Code-of-Conduct](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-code-of-conduct-3/) - [NVCA Sample Best Practices for Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-hr-best-practices-3/) - [NVCA-Sample-Harassment-Policies](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-harassment-policies-3/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Investor-Rights-Agreement (1)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-investor-rights-agreement-1-2/) - [NVCA-White-House-Demo-Day-Letter](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-white-house-demo-day-letter-2/) - [NVCA Comment Letter to FCC on Net Neutrality](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-fcc-on-net-neutrality-7-15-14-2/) - [NVCA Patent Reform One Pager](https://nvca.org/document/patent-reform-one-pager-final-2/) - NVCA One Pager- Setting the Record Straight on Patent Reform Avoiding Unintended Consequences That Would Impact Threaten Entrepreneurial Ecosystem - [Letter of Support to Sen. Bennet on Invest Visa](https://nvca.org/document/letter-of-support-for-invest-visa-to-senator-bennet-4-17-13-2/) - [Letter to Senate Gang of 8 in Support of Immigration Reform](https://nvca.org/document/letter-to-senate-gang-of-8-in-support-of-immigration-reform-4-17-13-2/) - [Jeffrey Bussgang Senate Testimony on Immigration Reform](https://nvca.org/document/jjbussgang-senate-testimony-on-immigration-reform-5-8-13-2/) - [NVCA Comment Letter to DHS on IER](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-to-dhs-on-international-entrepreneur-rule-10-13-16-2/) - [Immigrant Entrepreneurship An American Success Story](https://nvca.org/document/immigrant-entrepreneurship-an-american-success-story-2/) - [NVCA Letter of Support for the Empowering Employees through Stock Ownership Act HR-5719](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-support-for-the-empowering-employees-through-stock-ownership-act-hr-5719-9-7-16-2/) - NVCA Letter of Support for the Empowering Employees through Stock Ownership Act HR-5719 to Representatives Paulsen and Crowley. - [NVCA-Sample-Diversity-Inclusion-Policies_SF-Paid-Parental-Leave-Policy](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-diversity-inclusion-policies_sf-paid-parental-leave-policy-2/) - [NVCA-Sample-Diversity-Policies_NY-Paid-Family-Leave-Policy](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-diversity-policies_ny-paid-family-leave-policy-2/) - [NVCA-Sample-Diversity-Inclusion-Policies_SF-Family-Friendly-Workplace-Policy](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-diversity-inclusion-policies_sf-family-friendly-workplace-policy-2/) - [Sample H.R. Policies for Addressing Harassment & Discrimination](https://nvca.org/document/sample-h-r-policies-for-addressing-harassment-discrimination/) - [NVCA-Sample-Harassment-Policies](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-harassment-policies-2/) - [Sample Code of Conduct Policy](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-code-of-conduct-2/) - [NVCA-Sample-HR-Best-Practices](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sample-hr-best-practices-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Right-of-First-Refusal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-right-of-first-refusal-3/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Stock-Purchase-Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-stock-purchase-agreement-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Certificate-of-Incorporation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-certificate-of-incorporation-2/) - [NVCA-Model-Document-Investor-Rights-Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-model-document-investor-rights-agreement-2/) - [NVCA Letter to Committee Chairs on SBIR and SBTR](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-sbir-sttr-bf-signature-2/) - Endorses continued funding and improvements to the SBIR and STTR programs to foster innovation. - [NVCA Letter of Support for Startup Act (2019)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-support-for-startup-act-013119-2/) - NVCA expresses support for the Startup Act to promote high-growth entrepreneurship and STEM visa reform. - [Cornyn Letter to Mnuchin on FIRRMA regs](https://nvca.org/document/cornyn-letter-to-mnuchin-re-firrma-regs-2/) - [Q4 2018 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/4q_2018_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2-2/) - [NVCA Working Draft of AICPA Accounting and Valuation Guide](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-final-6-2/) - Working Draft of AICPA Accounting and Valuation Guide, “Valuation of Portfolio Company Investments of Venture Capital and Private Equity Funds and Other Investment Companies”, May 15, 2018 - [NVCA Statement for the Record; Request for information on HHS Blueprint to Lower Drug](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-drug-pricing-submission-2/) - [NVCA Comments to HHS on RFI Investment](https://nvca.org/document/hhs-rfi-investment-workgroup-comments-2/) - Provides feedback on investment strategies for healthcare innovation and biomedical research. - [NVCA Member Update on CFIUS](https://nvca.org/document/cfius-member-update-3-26-18-2/) - [Paradigm Growth Mindset](https://nvca.org/document/paradigm-growth-mindset-2/) - [NVCA Letter of Support on Startup Act (2017)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-startup-act-support-letter-9-28-17-2/) - NVCA's support for the Startup Act focusing on entrepreneurial visa reform. - [Sample H.R. Policies for Attracting and Retaining Diverse Talent](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-samplehrpolicies/) - [Mehlman and Castagnetti Handout](https://nvca.org/document/mehlman-and-castagnetti-for-nvca-may-11-2017-handout-2/) - [NVCA Annual Meeting PitchBook Data Download Presentation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-annual-meeting_pitchbook-data-download-presentation-2/) - [NVCA Tax Policy One Pager](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-tax-policy-one-pager-2/) - [Comprehensive VenturePAC Pay-To-Play Certification Letter](https://nvca.org/document/comprehensive-venturepac-pay-to-play-certification-letter-2/) - [Q4 2016 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/4q_2016_pitchbook_nvca_venture_monitor-2/) - [NVCA Election Analysis](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-election-analysis-2/) - [NVCA and Deloitte Human Capital Survey FAQs](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-and-deloitte-human-capital-survey-faqs-2/) - NVCA and Deloitte Human Capital Survey FAQs - [NVCA Policy Recommendations for SEC's 2025 Small Business Forum](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-policy-recommendations-for-secs-2025-small-business-forum/) - National Venture Capital Association’s (NVCA) Policy Recommendations for the Securities and Exchange Commission's 44th Annual Small Business Forum - [Letter of Support for Ratcliffe Cyber Bills](https://nvca.org/document/letter-of-support-for-ratcliffe-cyber-bills-6-7-16-1-2/) - Backs legislation to strengthen cybersecurity, supporting tech startups. - [NVCA State AI Moratorium Letter to Leader Thune](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-state-ai-moratorium-letter-to-leader-thune/) - NVCA State AI Moratorium Letter to Leader Thune. - [NVCA Comments on Proposed CFIUS Rules](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-proposed-cfius-rules-as-submitted-2/) - The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) submitted comments to the Department of the Treasury regarding the proposed Part 800 and Part 802 Rules under CFIUS. NVCA emphasized the importance of balancing national security concerns outlined in FIRRMA with the need to avoid unnecessary disruption to the U.S. venture capital ecosystem, which is critical to innovation and economic growth. - [Wisconsin VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/wisconsin-vc-state-data-2/) - [Wyoming VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/wyoming-vc-state-data/) - [West Virginia VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/west-virginia-vc-state-data/) - [Washington VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/washington-vc-state-data-2/) - [Virginia VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/virginia-vc-state-data-2/) - [Vermont VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/vermont-vc-state-data/) - [Utah VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/utah-vc-state-data/) - [Texas VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/texas-vc-state-data-2/) - [Tennessee VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/tennessee-vc-state-data-2/) - [South Dakota VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/south-dakota/) - [South Carolina VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/south-carolina-vc-state-data-2/) - [Road Island VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/road-island-vc-state-data/) - [Pennsylvania VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/pennsylvania-vc-state-data-2/) - [Oregon VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/oregon-vc-state-data-2/) - [Oklahoma VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/oklahoma-vc-state-data/) - [Ohio VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/ohio-vc-state-data-2/) - [NVCA Statement for record - Hearing on Removing Barriers to Legal Migration to Strengthen our Communities and Economy](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-statement-for-record-hearing-on-removing-barriers-to-legal-migration-to-strengthen-our-communities-and-economy-final-2/) - Advocates for policy reforms to improve legal migration pathways, supporting economic growth and innovation. - [NVCA statement for Antitrust Subcommittee Hearing](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-statement-for-the-record-antitrust-subcommittee-hearing-final-4/) - NVCA's statement to the Antitrust Subcommittee urges cautious antitrust regulations to protect innovation, emphasizing that excessive restrictions could harm venture-backed startups and their ability to grow and access capital. - [NVCA Letter US Competition Bill Conference](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-us-competition-bill-conference/) - On behalf of our nation’s venture capital (VC) investors and the entrepreneurs they support, I write to provide the perspective of the American startup ecosystem regarding the conference process reconciling the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (USICA) and the America COMPETES Act (America COMPETES). - [NVCA Letter in Support of Basic and University Research](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-in-support-of-basic-and-university-research/) - On behalf of the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), U.S.-based venture capital firms, and the infinite entrepreneurs across the country who leverage venture capital (VC) support, I write to provide the perspective of the American startup ecosystem regarding the value of investment to public research funders like the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), and university research institutions for continued R&D across the country. - [North Dakota VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/north-dakota-vc-state-data/) - [North Carolina VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/north-carolina-vc-state-data/) - [New York VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/new-york-vc-state-data-2/) - [New Mexico VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/new-mexico-vc-state-data/) - [New Jersey VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/new-jersey-vc-state-data-2/) - [New Hampshire VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/new-hampshire-vc-state-data/) - [Nevada VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/nevada-vc-state-data/) - [Nebraska VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/nebraska-vc-state-data/) - [Montana VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/montana-vc-state-data/) - [Mississippi VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/mississippi-vc-state-data-2/) - [Model Legal Opinion](https://nvca.org/document/model-legal-opinion/) - [Missouri VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/missouri-vc-state-data-2/) - [Michigan VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/michigan-vc-state-data-2/) - [Massachusetts VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/massachusetts-vc-state-data-2/) - [Maryland VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/maryland-vc-state-data/) - [Maine VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/maine-vc-state-data/) - [Louisiana VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/louisiana-vc-state-data/) - [Kentucky VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/kentucky-vc-state-data-2/) - [Kansas VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/kansas-vc-state-data/) - [Iowa VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/iowa-vc-state-data/) - [Indiana VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/indiana-vc-state-data/) - [Idaho VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/idaho-vc-state-data/) - [Homeland Security Passes Ratcliffe Cyber Bills](https://nvca.org/document/homeland-security-passes-ratcliffe-cyber-bills-6-8-16-2/) - Highlights cybersecurity legislation aimed at strengthening national security and innovation. - [Hawaii VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/hawaii-vc-state-data/) - [Georgia VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/georgia-vc-state-data/) - [Florida VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/florida-vc-state-data-2/) - [Federal Opportunity Zones - New IRS Guidance Presentation with EY](https://nvca.org/document/federal-opportunity-zones-new-irs-guidance-020719-2/) - NVCA discussed the IRS's new guidance on Opportunity Zones, focusing on the tax benefits and implications for venture capital investment. - [Economists Supporting IER letter Opposing Rescission](https://nvca.org/document/economists-supporting-ier-letter-opposing-rescission-2/) - Economists express support for the International Entrepreneur Rule and oppose its rescission. - [Economic Support Tax Proposals for Startups](https://nvca.org/document/economic-support-tax-proposals-for-startups-3192020-2/) - NVCA document on Economic Support Tax Proposals for Startups During COVID-19 Economic Crisis - [Drug Pricing High Level Overview](https://nvca.org/document/drug-pricing-high-level-overview_11-2-2/) - NVCA outlines how drug pricing reforms could discourage investment and hinder biotech innovation. - [Delaware VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/delaware-vc-state-data/) - [CVC with Foreign Parent Excepted Investor CFIUS Letter](https://nvca.org/document/cvc-with-foreign-parent-excepted-investor-cfius-letter-3/) - Discusses exceptions under CFIUS rules for certain foreign-backed corporate venture investors. - [Connecticut VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/connecticut-vc-state-data-2/) - [Carried Interest Letter to Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez](https://nvca.org/document/carried-interest-letter-to-rep-gluesenkamp-perez/) - [Colorado VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/colorado-vc-state-data-2/) - [CFIUS Member Update](https://nvca.org/document/cfius-member-update-5-11-18-2/) - Updates on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS) regulations affecting venture investment. - [CANSEE Act One Pager](https://nvca.org/document/7-18-23-cansee-act-one-pager-2/) - Summarizes the CANSEE Act and its impact on venture capital funding. - [California VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/california-vc-state-data/) - , - [Arkansas VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/arkansas-vc-state-data/) - [Arizona VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/arizona-vc-state-data/) - [Alaska VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/alaska-vc-state-data/) - [Alabama VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/alabama-vc-state-data-2/) - [NVCA Comments on Proposed Changes to Mandatory CFIUS Filing Rules](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-proposed-changes-to-mandatory-cfius-filing-rules_062220-2/) - Feedback on proposed changes to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States' filing requirements. - [NVCA Letter to HHS re ARPA-H](https://nvca.org/document/032422-nvca-letter-to-hhs-re-arpa-h-2/) - Supports establishing ARPA-H as an independent agency within HHS to accelerate medical innovation and advance healthcare. - [Startups Need a Safe Harbor from Overly-Broad Tax Rules](https://nvca.org/document/startups-need-a-safe-harbor-from-overly-broad-tax-rules-2/) - NVCA advocated for a safe harbor provision to protect startups from broad tax regulations that could hinder their growth and innovation. - [IRS Notice 2017-23](https://nvca.org/document/irs-notice-17-23-1-2/) - NVCA provided input on IRS Notice 2017-23, which offers interim guidance and requests Comments/Letters on tax-related matters affecting startups. - [IRS News Release on IR-2017](https://nvca.org/document/ir-17-70_rd-tax-credit-2/) - IRS discusses the importance of the R&D tax credit in promoting innovation and competitiveness among startups - [NVCA Coalition Letter on Proposed Regulations under Section 382(h) (AdvaMed.ACA.BIO.NVCA)](https://nvca.org/document/comments-on-proposed-regulations-under-section-382h-advamed-aca-bio-nvca-2/) - Raises concerns about tax rules affecting startups and their ability to carry forward net operating losses. - [NVCA and BIO Letter on Startup Tax Assets Proposal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-bio-startup-tax-assets-proposal-april-23-2/) - NVCA and BIO propose allowing startups to monetize tax assets, such as net operating losses and R&D credits, to support innovation and growth. - [Scott Kupor Testimony for “CFIUS Reform: Examining the Essential Elements”](https://nvca.org/document/scott-kupor-written-testimony-senate-banking-committee-cfius-hearing-2/) - Scott Kupor testified before the Senate Banking Committee on the importance of maintaining a balanced approach in the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews to protect national security without hindering foreign investments critical to startups. - [Inflation Reduction Act Climate Tax Provisions](https://nvca.org/document/inflation-reduction-act-climate-tax-provisions-2/) - Explains climate-related tax credits and incentives in the IRA. - [NVCA Submission to Senate Finance Committee with Tax Reform Proposals](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-submission-to-senate-finance-committee-with-tax-reform-proposals-7-17-17-2/) - NVCA provided recommendations to the Senate Finance Committee on tax reforms aimed at encouraging new company formation and fostering innovation. - [Summary of Changes to Rx Drug Pricing Reforms](https://nvca.org/document/summary-of-changes-to-rx-drug-pricing-reforms-2/) - NVCA summarizes key drug pricing reforms, highlighting Medicare negotiations, inflation rebates, and a $2,000 out-of-pocket cap for seniors by 2025. - [Sen. Hickenlooper Letter to Gensler](https://nvca.org/document/sen-hickenlooper-letter-to-gensler-10-13-2/) - Senator Hickenlooper, called for regulatory restraint in SEC’s approach to private markets - [SBIC Program SOP](https://nvca.org/document/sbic-program-sop-10-10-0-aug-22-2023-2/) - Outlines updates to Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program operating procedures. - [NVCA Comments on U.S. AI Action Plan Request for Information](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-u-s-ai-action-plan-request-for-information/) - NVCA provided feedback on the U.S. AI Action Plan, emphasizing the need for policies that support artificial intelligence innovation and address challenges faced by AI startups. - [Joint Innovation Coalitions FY25 HASC Letter](https://nvca.org/document/joint-innovation-coalitions-fy25-hasc-letter-2024-07-25/) - A coalition of innovation-focused organizations, including NVCA, addressed the House Armed Services Committee to advocate for policies supporting technological advancement and national security - [NVCA Coalition Letter to HSR CRA House Judiciary](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-coalition-letter-hsr-cra-house-judiciary-2025-02-12/) - NVCA, along with other organizations, submitted a letter to the House Judiciary Committee expressing concerns regarding the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act and its implications for startups and venture capital. - [HFSC Innovation Coalition Support Letter](https://nvca.org/document/hfsc-innovation-coalition-support-letter-2025-02-26/) - The letter urges Congress to focus on policies that enhance capital formation, improve access to funding for entrepreneurs, and strengthen both public and private markets. It emphasizes the need for reforms that will support innovation and foster growth, benefiting the broader U.S. economy and entrepreneurial ecosystem. - [Carried Interest Letter to Sen. Baldwin](https://nvca.org/document/carried-interest-letter-to-sen-baldwin/) - NVCA expresses concerns to Senator Baldwin about proposed changes to the taxation of carried interest and its potential impact on venture capital. - [Compliance & Financial Reporting Costs Group Therapy: Analyzing the Impact with Data](https://nvca.org/document/compliance-financialreporting-costs-group-therapy-analyzing-the-impact-with-data/) - This report analyzes the increasing compliance and financial reporting costs faced by firms, providing data-driven insights and potential strategies to manage these challenges. - [NVCA Supports Capital Markets Solutions in House Committee on Financial Services Hearing, Beyond Silicon Valley: Expanding Access to Capital Across America](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-supports-capital-markets-solutions-in-house-committee-on-financial-services-hearing-beyond-silicon-valley-expanding-access-to-capital-across-america/) - NVCA Supports Capital Markets Solutions in House Committee on Financial Services Hearing, Beyond Silicon Valley: Expanding Access to Capital Across America - [SB 1047 Coalition Floor Alert](https://nvca.org/document/sb-1047-coalition-floor-alert-2024-08-22/) - Coalition alert regarding SB 1047 highlighting concerns with potential impacts on innovation and startups. - [Veto Request for SB-1047](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-veto-request-sb-1047-2024-09-12/) - Formal veto request to block SB 1047, citing its potential harm to venture-backed innovation. - [NVCA Letter to Chairman Smith on TCJA](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-chairman-smith-2024-10-15-2/) - Addresses policy concerns affecting startups and venture-backed businesses. - [NVCA Letter to HFSC on Rep. McHenry Hearing](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-hfsc-hearing-mchenry-2024-12-04/) - NVCA letter to Chair McHenry expresses gratitude for the House Financial Services Committee’s efforts under his leadership in supporting the entrepreneurial ecosystem, on behalf of NVCA, its member firms, and the tens of thousands of entrepreneurs they serve. - [NVCA Comment Letter on FinCEN CIP Proposed Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-on-fincen-cip-proposed-rule-7-18-24/) - Criticizes proposed changes to customer identification rules affecting venture investment. - [NVCA Opposition Letter on California AI SB 1047](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-sb-1047-letter-of-opposition-8-6-2024/) - NVCA opposes California Senate Bill 1047, citing concerns that it could stifle innovation and negatively impact the venture capital ecosystem. - [NVCA Comments to Treasury on FinCEN AML Requirements](https://nvca.org/document/treasury-comment-letter-re-adviser-aml-requirements-4-15-24-final-3/) - Provides feedback on anti-money laundering rules for investment advisers. - [NVCA Letter to Treasury re Adviser AML Requirements](https://nvca.org/document/treasury-comment-letter-re-adviser-aml-requirements-4-15-24-final-2/) - Responds to proposed anti-money laundering rules for investment advisers and their implications for venture capital. - [NVCA Letter to FinCEN re ALM/CFT Requirements](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-fincen-rule-letter-2/) - Provides feedback on FinCEN's proposed rules related to financial transparency and reporting obligations. - [NVCA Letter to the WH on March in Guidance](https://nvca.org/document/letter-to-nist-re_-march-in-guidance-2/) - NVCA opposed proposed changes to “march-in” rights, warning it could deter private investment in federally funded innovations. - [NVCA Advocacy Toolkit R&D Tax Package](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-advocacy-toolkit_rd-tax-package_feb-2024-2-2/) - Provides guidance on advocating for tax policies that support startup innovation and R&D incentives. - [NVCA Letter Seeking Amicus Curiae Concerning Convertible Promissory Notes](https://nvca.org/document/11-28-2023-letter_seeking-amicus-curiae-concerning-convertible-promissory-notes-2/) - Supports legal clarity on the treatment of convertible promissory notes in venture financing. - [PFA Reply Brief for Petitioners](https://nvca.org/document/pfa-reply-brief-for-petitioners-2/) - Supports petitioners in a legal case impacting venture capital interests and regulatory interpretations. - [NVCA March-In Rights Letter to White House](https://nvca.org/document/nvca_wh-letter-on-march-in-2/) - NVCA urged the White House not to expand march-in rights for price control, citing risks to biotech investment. - [NVCA Joins Industry Challenge Against SEC Fund Rules](https://nvca.org/document/076-sec-brief-2/) - The petitioners argue that the SEC’s new rules impose undue regulatory burdens on private-fund advisers, while the SEC maintains that these measures are necessary to protect investors, enhance transparency, and address conflicts of interest. - [AFREF Amicus Brief](https://nvca.org/document/087-afref-amicus-brief-2/) - AFREF argues that the SEC’s private fund rules enhance transparency, reduce conflicts of interest, and protect investors, aligning with its authority under the Advisers Act. - [Joint Trades Letter on HSR Form Ammendments](https://nvca.org/document/final-draft-of-the-joint-trades-letter-on-hsr-form-amendments_-2/) - Addresses potential impacts of changes to Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) filing requirements. - [Fifth Circuit ICAN & CalALTs Amicus Brief for SEC](https://nvca.org/document/048-ican-calalts-amicus-brief-2/) - Highlights the impact of alternative investment regulations on venture capital and innovation. - [Fifth Circuit SIFMA Amicus Brief for SEC](https://nvca.org/document/052-sifma-amicus-brief-2/) - The Committee on Capital Markets Regulation's amicus brief argues that the SEC's new private fund adviser regulations lack empirical support and may harm market competition. - [Fifth Circuit CCMR Amicus Brief for SEC](https://nvca.org/document/043-ccmr-amicus-brief-2/) - Advocates for balanced financial regulations that protect investors while fostering capital formation. - [Fifth Circuit Chamber of Commerce Amicus Brief for SEC](https://nvca.org/document/046-chamber-of-commerce-amicus-brief-2/) - The Chamber's amicus brief opposes the SEC's expanded regulation of private funds. - [Fifth Circuit Securities Law Scholars & NCLA Amicus Brief for SEC](https://nvca.org/document/053-securities-law-scholars-ncla-amicus-brief-2/) - The Chamber's amicus brief challenges the SEC's authority over private fund regulations. - [Fifth Circuit Opening Brief for Petitioners for SEC](https://nvca.org/document/opening-brief-for-petitioners/) - In their opening brief, petitioners challenge the SEC's new rules on private fund advisers, arguing that the Commission exceeded its statutory authority and failed to provide adequate justification for the changes. - [Coalition Comment Letter to IRS on 83(b) Elections](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-comment-letter-irs-sec-83b-elections-10-6-23-final-2/) - Urges IRS to allow permanent electronic filing for Section 83(b) elections to streamline tax processes. - [NVCA Comments on ANPRM](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-proposed-outbound-investment-rules-final-2/) - NVCA warns that proposed outbound investment rules may overreach and unintentionally hinder U.S. venture capital activity. - [NVCA Comments to FTC on Proposed Rule Making](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-to-ftc-hsr-927-23-2/) - Provides feedback on proposed changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act, highlighting concerns for startups and venture capital. - [NVCA Comments to FTC and DOJ Draft Merger Guidelines](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-to-ftc-and-doj-draft-merger-guidelines-2-2/) - Warns that proposed merger guidelines could hinder startup M&A, reducing innovation and venture investment. - [NVCA Letter to Sen. Skinner Opposing SB 54](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-re-sb-54-82823-2/) - Raises concerns over the impact of SB-54 on venture capital and startup ecosystems. - [Fifth Circuit Petition for Review SEC](https://nvca.org/document/001-1-petition-for-review-2/) - Requests judicial review of a regulatory decision impacting the venture capital industry. - [NVCA Letter to PCAOB on Auditing Standards Amendments](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter_pcaob-auditing-standards-amendements_8723-2/) - Expresses concerns about proposed auditing standard changes and their impact on venture-backed companies. - [NVCA v. Duke Decision](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-v-duke-decision-2/) - In the case of National Venture Capital Association v. Duke, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ruled that the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) delay in implementing the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER) was unlawful, ordering DHS to begin accepting applications under the IER. - [Crypto-Asset National Security Enhancement and Enforcement Act of 2023](https://nvca.org/document/sil23865-2/) - Clarifies sanctions and AML compliance for DeFi and virtual currency operators. - [NVCA Letter to Paul Ryan on Tax Reform Proposal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-tax-reform-proposal-letter-to-paul-ryan-2/) - Advocates for tax policies that support venture capital investment and startup growth. - [NVCA v. Duke IER Complaint](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-v-duke-ier-complaint-9-19-17-3/) - Legal challenge against delays in implementing the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER). - [NVCA IER Motion for Preliminary Injunction](https://nvca.org/document/ier-motion-for-preliminary-injunction-17-cv-1912-nvca-v-duke-3/) - Legal motion challenging delays in implementing the International Entrepreneur Rule. - [NVCA IER Injunction Press Release](https://nvca.org/document/ier-injunction-9-29-17-2/) - Addresses legal challenges to the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER) and its implications for startup founders. - [NVCA Volcker Rule Changes to OCC](https://nvca.org/document/volcker-rule-changes-to-occ-9-21-17-2/) - Discusses proposed modifications to the Volcker Rule and their impact on venture capital investments. - [NVCA Letter to SBA on SBIC Accrual Debentures License](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-regarding-sbic-accrual-debentures-license-final-3202023-3/) - NVCA advocates for clarifications on the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) accrual debentures license to enhance funding opportunities for startups - [NVCA Response to Ms. Batchelder & Mr. Paul Notice 2022-50 on Elective Payment of Applicable Credits and Transfer of Certain Credits](https://nvca.org/document/response-to-notice-2022-50-on-elective-payment-of-applicable-credits-and-transfer-of-certain-credits-3/) - Offers feedback on Treasury guidance regarding the transferability of clean energy tax credits. - [Joint Letter to Rep. Kustoff Supporting Section 1202 Bill](https://nvca.org/document/kustoff-sec-1202-letter-of-support_48885092v1-1-2/) - NVCA and others advocate for strengthening Section 1202 tax incentives to boost investment in startups. - [Sen. Schumer Letter on AI](https://nvca.org/document/schumer-ai-letter-2/) - Supports policies to advance AI innovation while ensuring responsible development and investment. - [NVCA 2023 Trends in Cybersecurity](https://nvca.org/document/16-may-2023_4232983-nvca-2023-trends-in-cybersecurity_v04_editorial-review_final-2/) - NVCA outlines key cybersecurity trends for venture-backed companies, stressing proactive risk management and increased investor focus on cyber resilience. - [NVCA Letter of Support S.866 American Innovation and Jobs Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-support-s-866-american-innovation-and-jobs-act-2/) - Supports the American Innovation and Jobs Act, which aims to enhance startup R&D tax credits and restore immediate R&D expensing. - [NVCA QSBS Kustoff Letter of Support](https://nvca.org/document/kustoff-sec-1202-letter-of-support_48885092v1-2/) - NVCA supports reforms to Section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code to incentivize investments in startups by providing tax exclusions on gains from qualified small business stock. - [NVCA CHIPS and Science Approproations Letter](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-regarding-chips-and-science-appropriations-2023-2/) - Urges full funding for CHIPS and Science Act programs to drive innovation and economic growth. - [NVCA Letter of Support for Hearing: Empowering Entrepreneurs: Removing Barriers to Capital Access for Small Businesses](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-re-030923-hfsc-cap-markets-hrg-2/) - NVCA shared perspectives on strengthening U.S. capital markets, advocating for regulatory environments that support startups. - [NVCA Response to Notice on Elective Payment of Applicable Credits and Transfer of Certain Credits](https://nvca.org/document/response-to-notice-2022-50-on-elective-payment-of-applicable-credits-and-transfer-of-certain-credits-1-2/) - Urged Treasury and the IRS to improve access to energy tax credits for startups by expanding transfer options and reducing transaction costs. - [NVCA Comments Notice 2022-51 on Prevailing Wage, Apprenticeship, Domestic Content, and Energy Communications](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-response-to-notice-2022-51-1-2/) - In response to Notice 2022-51, the NVCA provided feedback to the Treasury and IRS on prevailing wage, apprenticeship, domestic content, and energy community requirements. - [NVCA Letter to GAO on FTX Collapse](https://nvca.org/document/letter-to-gao-on-ftx-collapse-2/) - Requests an investigation into the regulatory failures leading to the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX. - [The Honorable Rostin Behnam Testimony on the FTX Collapse](https://nvca.org/document/the-honorable-rostin-behnam-testimony-2/) - Provides testimony on regulatory oversight and financial market stability. - [NVCA Comment to Treasury on Elective Payment of Applicable Credits and Transfer of Certain Credits](https://nvca.org/document/response-to-notice-2022-50-on-elective-payment-of-applicable-credits-and-transfer-of-certain-credits-2/) - Provides feedback on Treasury guidance for elective payment and transferability of clean energy tax credits. - [NVCA Response to IRS 2022-50 on Elective Payment of Applicable Credits and Transfer of Certain Credits](https://nvca.org/document/response-to-notice-2022-50-on-elective-payment-of-applicable-credits-and-transfer-of-certain-credits-1112022-2/) - Addresses concerns and recommendations for implementing elective payment provisions in tax policy. - [Letter to CMMS on TCET](https://nvca.org/document/final-tcet-letter-october-2022-2/) - Advocates for tax policies that support innovation and investment in emerging technologies. - [Tax Increases Considered but Rejected](https://nvca.org/document/tax-increases-considered-but-rejected-2/) - Outlines proposed tax increases that were debated but ultimately not enacted. - [IRA Tax Credit Chart](https://nvca.org/document/ira-tax-credit-chart-2/) - A data-driven breakdown of available tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act. - [Summary of Subtitle D - Energy Security](https://nvca.org/document/summary-of-subtitle-d-energy-security-2/) - Outlines energy security measures and investments under recent legislation. - [NVCA Supplemental Comment Letter on Private Funds Rule Proposal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-supplemental-comment-letter-on-private-funds-rule-proposal-08262022-2/) - Raises concerns about regulatory burdens on venture capital funds. - [Division B – Energy and Natural Resources Provisions](https://nvca.org/document/divb_enrprovisions21-2/) - The bill authorizes funding and research initiatives for energy sciences, carbon research, biological and environmental studies, and advanced computing to advance U.S. innovation and competitiveness. - [NVCA Comment on SEC SPAC Proposal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-sec-spac-proposal-6112022-final-1-2/) - Addresses the SEC's proposed regulations concerning Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). - [NVCA Letter on JOBS Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-jobs-4-comment-letter-662022-final-2/) - Provides feedback on the proposed JOBS 4.0 legislation affecting emerging growth companies. - [NVCA Letter on U.S. Competition Bill Conference](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-us-competition-bill-conference-final-4212022-4/) - NVCA letter urging policymakers to protect startup growth by avoiding burdensome regulations in the U.S. competition bill that could hinder innovation and capital access. - [NVCA Letter of Opposition to Rep. Buck and Jeffries on Platform Competition and Accountability Act](https://nvca.org/document/platform-competition-and-accountability-act-opposition-letter-2/) - Articulates concerns regarding the potential impacts of the Platform Competition and Accountability Act. - [UFAs Reauthorization](https://nvca.org/document/ufas-reauth_01_xml-2/) - Discusses the reauthorization of user fee agreements related to pharmaceuticals and medical devices. - [The Food and Drug Amendments of 2022](https://nvca.org/document/section-by-section_he_the-food-and-drug-amendments-of-2022-2/) - Provides a detailed breakdown of the proposed amendments to food and drug regulations in 2022. - [NVCA Comment on Private Fund Advisers Proposal](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-on-private-fund-advisers-proposal-2/) - Provides feedback on proposed SEC regulations for private fund advisers, highlighting implications for venture capital. - [NVCA Merger Enforcement RFI Letter](https://nvca.org/document/merger-enforcement-rfi-letter-as-submitted-2/) - Discusses the impact of merger enforcement policies on startups and venture-backed companies. - [NVCA Comment on SEC Private Fund NPRM](https://nvca.org/document/sec-comment-periods-final-2/) - Urges the SEC to ensure adequate comment periods for proposed rule changes affecting venture capital firms. - [NVCA Comment on SEC Reg 13 D-G](https://nvca.org/document/04112022-nvca-comment-on-sec-reg-13-d-g-2/) - Addresses proposed changes to beneficial ownership reporting and their impact on venture investors. - [NVCA Comments to SEC on 10b51](https://nvca.org/document/04012022-nvca-10b51-comments-sec-2/) - Provides input on proposed amendments to SEC Rule 10b5-1 concerning insider trading plans. - [NVCA Response to Clean Hydrogen Manufacturing Recycling and Electrolysis RFI](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-response-to-clean-hydrogen-manufacturing-recycling-and-electrolysis-rfi-2/) - Provides input on the Department of Energy's request for information regarding clean hydrogen manufacturing, recycling, and electrolysis. - [NVCA Coalition Letter on Rep. Sherman Amendment to America COMPETES Act](https://nvca.org/document/sherman-amendment-coalition-letter-final-4/) - A coalition letter opposing Section 61301 of the America COMPETES Act, arguing it imposes unnecessary SEC disclosure requirements on startups, risks exposing sensitive business data, and contradicts the bill’s goal of boosting U.S. competitiveness. - [NVCA Comment Letter on SEC Form PF](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-on-sec-form-pf-03212022-2/) - Expresses concerns over proposed changes to SEC Form PF, emphasizing potential burdens on venture capital firms. - [NVCA Response to IPEV Valuation Guidelines](https://nvca.org/document/01282022-nvca-ipev-guideline-comment-2/) - Supports the IPEV Board's guidelines and urges alignment with key accounting standards like U.S. GAAP to maintain consistency. - [NVCA LIKE Act Entrepreneur Coalition Letter](https://nvca.org/document/like-act-entrepreneur-coalition-letter-2/) - Entrepreneurs and organizations advocate for the LIKE Act to allow talented foreign-born entrepreneurs to launch companies in the U.S., boosting job creation. - [NVCA BOI NPRM Comment Letter](https://nvca.org/document/02072022-nvca-boi-nprm-comment-letter-2/) - Provides feedback on FinCEN's proposed BOI reporting requirements, advocating for exemptions to minimize burdens on startups. - [NVCA Comment Letter to FinCEN on CTA](https://nvca.org/document/2021-05-05-nvca-cta-anprm-comment-letter-final-4/) - NVCA urges FinCEN to exempt venture capital funds and advisers from certain Corporate Transparency Act requirements to avoid burdens on startups. - [NVCA America COMPETES Act Startup Visa Support Letter](https://nvca.org/document/america-competes-act-startup-visa-support-letter-final-2/) - NVCA and other organizations advocate for the inclusion of a startup visa provision in the America COMPETES Act to attract and retain foreign-born entrepreneurs, enhancing U.S. competitiveness. - [NVCA Comment Letter to CTA on ANPRM](https://nvca.org/document/2021-05-05-nvca-cta-anprm-comment-letter-final-3/) - Provides feedback on the Corporate Transparency Act's proposed rules, emphasizing the need to reduce regulatory burdens on venture capital firms and startups. - [NVCA Letter Regarding Implementation of CTA](https://nvca.org/document/2021-05-05-nvca-cta-anprm-comment-letter-final-2/) - Provides feedback on the Corporate Transparency Act's advance notice of proposed rulemaking, emphasizing the need to minimize regulatory burdens on venture capital firms and startups. - [Overview of Venture-Capital Programs with State Small Business-Credit Initiative Funding](https://nvca.org/document/overview-of-venture-capital-programs-with-state-small-business-credit-initiative-funding-09-21-2021-2/) - Outlines how states can leverage SSBCI funding to establish or enhance venture capital programs, thereby increasing funding access for small businesses and startups. - [NVCA Letter TO Rep. DeGette and Upton on Cures 2.0](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-cures-2-0-122021-2/) - Expresses support for the Cures 2.0 Act, emphasizing its potential to accelerate medical innovation and improve patient care. - [NVCA Antitrust Subcommittee Hearing Statement for the Record](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-statement-for-the-record-antitrust-subcommittee-hearing-december-_jm-edits-2/) - NVCA statement for the record regarding the subcommittee’s hearing on “The Impact of Consolidation and Monopoly Power on American Innovation.” - [NVCA Letter of Opposition to Rep. Klobuchar & Rep. Cotton on Platform Competition and Opportunity Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-opposition-letter-klobuchar-cotton-platform-competition-and-opportunity-act-3/) - NVCA expressed opposition to the Platform Competition and Opportunity Act, arguing that it would hinder acquisitions of venture-backed companies and negatively impact entrepreneurship and innovation. - [NVCA Joins Coalition Urging Senate & House to Reconsider Antitrust Changes Threatening Startups](https://nvca.org/document/211005_coalition_mergersacquisitions_houseandsen-judiciary-3/) - NVCA joins the coalition urging lawmakers to reconsider antitrust changes that could limit startup growth and innovation. - [White House Reconciliation Framework](https://nvca.org/document/wh-reconciliation-framework-2/) - Outlines key priorities and policies in the White House reconciliation package. - [NVCA Comments to CMS on MCIT](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-cms-comments-mcit-10152021-2/) - Supports policies that ensure timely Medicare coverage for innovative medical technologies. - [NVCA Coalition Letter to House & Sen. Judiciary on Mergers & Acquisitions](https://nvca.org/document/211005_coalition_mergersacquisitions_houseandsen-judiciary-2/) - Raises concerns about legislative proposals affecting startup mergers and acquisitions. - [NVCA Letter to Speaker Pelosi and Leader McCarthy on QSBS](https://nvca.org/document/qsbs-letter-9-30-21-final-2/) - Urges Congress to preserve the QSBS tax exclusion to support startup investment. - [Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute to the Committee Print Offered by Mr. Neal of Massachusetts](https://nvca.org/document/neal_032_xml-2/) - This amendment, proposed by Chairman Richard Neal of the House Committee on Ways and Means, pertains to modifications in retirement-related provisions within the budget reconciliation recommendations. The staff of the Joint Committee on Taxation provided a description of this amendment in document JCX-36-21. - ["Subtitle I – Responsibly Funding Our Priorities"](https://nvca.org/document/subtitleisbys-2/) - Subtitle I – Responsibly Funding Our Priorities was released by the House Ways and Means Committee on September 13, 2021, providing a section-by-section breakdown of proposed funding measures. - [NVCA Form of 5% Questionnaire for IPO Direct Listing or DeSPAC](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-form-of-5-questionnaire-for-ipo-direct-listing-or-despac-2/) - A standardized questionnaire developed by NVCA to assist companies in preparing for initial public offerings (IPOs), direct listings, or De-SPAC transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirement - [NVCA Form of DO Questionnaire for IPO Direct Listing or DeSPAC](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-form-of-do-questionnaire-for-ipo-direct-listing-or-despac-3/) - Form used by NVCA portfolio companies preparing for IPOs or DeSPAC transactions. - [NVCA Letter of Opposition Ending the Carried Interest Loophole Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-opposition-ending-the-carried-interest-loophole-act-2/) - Expresses opposition to proposals eliminating the carried interest provision. - [NVCA Coalition Letter on Startup Visa](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-startup-visa-congressional-letter-august-27-2021-4/) - NVCA and others urged Congress to pass the LIKE Act, supporting a startup visa to boost U.S. innovation and job creation by immigrant entrepreneurs. - [Ending the Carried Interest Loophole Act 117th Congress Legislative Text](https://nvca.org/document/ending-the-carried-interest-loophole-act-117th-legislative-text-2/) - Legislative text proposing the closure of the carried interest tax loophole. - [NVCA Letter to House Judiciary on Immigration Hearing and Startup Visas](https://nvca.org/document/house-judiciary-immigration-hearing-startup-visa-letter-2/) - Letter submitted to the House Judiciary Committee supporting the startup visa proposal. - [NVCA SSBCI WG Issued Document](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ssbci-wg-issues-document-2/) - Identifies issues and recommendations related to the State Small Business Credit Initiative. - [NVCA Letter of Opposition to Platform Competition and Accountability Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-opposition-platform-competition-and-accountability-act-2/) - Expresses opposition to the Platform Competition and Accountability Act due to potential negative impacts. - [Mergers, Antitrust, and the Interplay of Entrepreneurial Activity and the Investments That Fund It](https://nvca.org/document/mergers-antitrust-and-the-interplay-of-entrepreneurial-activity-and-the-investments-that-fund-it-2/) - Explores how antitrust policies affect mergers and entrepreneurial investments. - [NVCA Letter to Sen. Baldwin of Concern on Private Securities Transparency and Reform Act and IPO Barriers Hearing](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-concern-private-securities-transparency-and-reform-act-and-ipo-barriers-hearing-comments-final-9102019-2/) - Highlights issues with the proposed Private Securities Transparency and Reform Act and barriers to IPOs. - [NVCA Letter of Opposition to Carried Interest Fairness Act Senate Version](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-opposition-carried-interest-fairness-act-senate-version-5122021-final-2/) - Opposes the proposed changes to taxation of carried interest in the Senate bill. - [NVCA Comment to FinCEN on Corporate Transparency Act Implementation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-cta-anprm-comment-letter-final_2021-05-05-2/) - Comments on the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the Corporate Transparency Act. - [NVCA-AdvaMed-MDMA MCIT Survey Results](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-advamed-mdma-mcit-survey-results_final-2/) - Survey regarding access and support for the Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology pathway. - [NVCA Response to Sen Toomey Request for Capital Markets Proposals](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-response-to-sen-toomey-request-for-capital-markets-proposals-2/) - Response to Senator Toomey’s inquiry regarding improvements to capital markets. - [NVCA Letter of Opposition Carried Interest Fairness Act House Version](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-opposition-carried-interest-fairness-act-21921-final-2/) - NVCA opposes the Carried Interest Fairness Act, arguing that changes to the taxation of carried interest could negatively impact venture capital investment. - [Background on Proposals to Expand Antitrust Laws](https://nvca.org/document/background-on-proposals-to-expand-antitrust-laws-2/) - Outlines background and potential impact of proposals aimed at expanding federal antitrust regulations. - [NVCA Background on Antitrust and Acquisitions](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-background-on-antitrust-and-acquisitions-2-2/) - Provides context on antitrust laws as they relate to acquisitions in the venture capital space. - [Coalition Letter to Secretary Mayorkas on IER](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-letter-to-secretary-mayorkas-re-ier-feb-5-2021-2/) - Letter supporting the International Entrepreneur Rule to attract startup founders to the U.S. - [CALERA Bill Summary](https://nvca.org/document/calera-bill-summary-2/) - Summary of the CALERA bill targeting antitrust reform and implications for startup ecosystems. - [Competition and Antitrust Law Enforcement Reform Act](https://nvca.org/document/competition-and-antitrust-law-enforcement-reform-act-2/) - Overview and policy position on the proposed antitrust enforcement reform legislation. - [NVCA Comments to NPRM](https://nvca.org/document/2021-02-01-nvca-comments-to-nprm-2/) - NVCA urges the FTC to reconsider proposed changes to premerger notification rules, citing potential negative impacts on venture capital and U.S. startup competitiveness. - [NVCA Blockchain WG Letter FinCEN CVC Proposed Rule FINAL](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-blockchain-wg-letter-fincen-cvc-proposed-rule-final-2/) - Letter responding to FinCEN's proposed CVC rule affecting blockchain and crypto-related startups. - [NVCA Letter on Corporate Transparency Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-corporate-transparency-act-05082019-2/) - Supports legislative efforts for corporate transparency that protect VC-backed startups. - [NVCA Letter to Senate Banking on Anti Money Laundering Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-senate-banking-re-anti-money-laundering-act-07082020-2/) - Letter discussing venture capital concerns with the Anti-Money Laundering Act revisions. - [NVCA Letter to President Elect Biden](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-president-elect-biden-2/) - Letter to President-elect Biden outlining the venture capital community’s policy priorities. - [Slack Amicus Brief](https://nvca.org/document/slack-amicus-brief-2/) - Legal brief submitted in support of Slack in a case relevant to securities law and startups. - [NVCA Comments to CMS on MCIT Pathway](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-cms-comments-re-mcit-pathway-11022020-2/) - Comments to CMS supporting the Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology (MCIT) pathway. - [NVCA Comment Letter on 1061 Regulations](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-1061-regulations-comment-letter-final-1052020-2/) - Comment on the IRS regulations regarding carried interest under section 1061. - [NVCA Comment on Proposed Accounting Standards Update: Compensation—Stock Compensation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-on-pcc-practical-expedient-2020-2/) - Comment on proposed updates affecting how stock compensation is accounted for in private companies. - [CFT Research Brief Tax Billionaires](https://nvca.org/document/cft_research-brief-tax_billionaires-2/) - Brief outlining tax policy impacts on billionaires, likely related to capital gains and VC outcomes. - [Coalition Letter of Support for Phillips Walorski Startup Proposal](https://nvca.org/document/final-coalition-letter-of-support-phillips-walorski-startup-proposal-2/) - Expresses support for legislative proposals aimed at aiding startups. - [IRS REG-107213-18](https://nvca.org/document/reg-107213-18-2/) - IRS regulation document relevant to venture-related tax guidance - [Top 10 Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities](https://nvca.org/document/top_10_routinely_exploited_vulnerabilities-2/) - outlines the most common cybersecurity vulnerabilities that malicious actors exploit to compromise systems. - [Letter to Senate on Startups Combating COVID](https://nvca.org/document/startups-combating-covid-senate-final-letter-2/) - Letter urging Senate leadership to support startup-driven innovation combatting the COVID-19 crisis. - [NVCA Letter to House Leadership on Startups Combatting COVID](https://nvca.org/document/startups-combating-covid-house-final-letter-2/) - Highlights the role of startups in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. - [NVCA Letter to Treasury and SBA on PPP Guidance](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-treasury-and-sba-re-ppp-guidance-5-1-20-2-2/) - Seeks clarification on Paycheck Protection Program guidance for venture-backed companies. - [NVCA Letter to Treasury and SBA on Affiliation Rules from Rep. Chip Roy](https://nvca.org/document/ltr-to-treasurysba-re-affiliation-rules-rep-chip-roy-2/) - Discusses concerns over affiliation rules affecting venture-backed startups. - [Startup Ecosystem Faces Capital Crunch over Coming Months](https://nvca.org/document/startup-ecosystem-faces-capital-crunch-over-coming-months-7/) - Memo predicting liquidity challenges for startups in the near term. - [White House Opening up America Again Guidelines](https://nvca.org/document/wh-re-open-plan-16april20-2/) - The White House Reopen Plan (April 16, 2020) outlines a phased approach for states to safely lift COVID-19 restrictions, based on public health benchmarks and healthcare system readiness. - [NVCA Letter to Fed on MSLF](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-fed-re-mslf-4162020-2/) - NVCA urged the Federal Reserve to modify the Main Street Lending Facility to better accommodate venture-backed startups, emphasizing the need for terms that reflect the unique financial structures of these companies - [PPP Report SBA](https://nvca.org/document/ppp-report-sba-4-14-20-2/) - NVCA report detailing startup experiences and issues with the Paycheck Protection Program. - [IRS News Release on IR-2020-66](https://nvca.org/document/ir-20-66-2/) - The IRS extended additional tax deadlines for individuals and businesses, providing relief by postponing various filing and payment obligations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. - [VC GC M&A Checklist: Post-Close Drafting Considerations](https://nvca.org/document/nvca_vc-gc-ma-checklist_webinar_4-8-20-2/) - Checklist to assist GCs of VC-backed companies in managing post-acquisition legal obligations. - [Deferral of employment tax deposits and payments through December 31, 2020 IRS_FAQs](https://nvca.org/document/deferral-of-employment-tax-deposits-and-payments-through-december-31-2020_irs_faqs_april_10-2/) - IRS FAQs regarding the deferral of employment tax obligations due to COVID-19 relief. - [NVCA PPP Loan Application Guidance - Revised April 9](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ppp-loan-application-guidance-revised-april-9-2/) - NVCA provided guidance for startups navigating the PPP loan application process, focusing on eligibility criteria, affiliation rules, and documentation requirements. - [NVCA PPP Loan Application Guidance](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ppp-loan-application-guidance-2/) - Guidance for venture-backed startups applying for PPP loans. - [SBA Guidance on Affiliation](https://nvca.org/document/april-4-sba-guidance-on-affiliation-2/) - The SBA’s April 4 guidance clarifies affiliation rules under PPP, but concerns remain about their impact on venture-backed startups. NVCA continues to advocate for adjustments to ensure startups can access critical relief. - [NVCA Letter on PPP Application and Affiliation guidance](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-re-ppp-application-and-affilition-guidance-final_nvca-2/) - NVCA urges the SBA to refine PPP application guidance and affiliation rules, ensuring venture-backed startups can access relief without unnecessary barriers due to their investment structures. - [Business Loan Program Temporary Changes; Paycheck Protection Program- IFRN](https://nvca.org/document/ppp-ifrn-final-2/) - The Small Business Administration issued an interim final rule outlining the implementation of the PPP, detailing borrower eligibility, loan terms, and the application process. - [Congressional Letter to SBA on Affiliate Rule](https://nvca.org/document/congressional-letter-to-sba-re-affiliate-rule-3-27-20-2/) - Lawmakers urge the SBA to revise affiliation rules under PPP, ensuring venture-backed startups can access relief without being unfairly disqualified. - [Speaker Pelosi and Rep. Khanna Letter to SBA](https://nvca.org/document/speaker-pelosi-and-rep-khanna-letter-3-31-2020-2/) - Speaker Pelosi and Rep. Khanna urge the SBA to adjust affiliation rules under PPP so that venture-backed startups aren’t unfairly excluded from relief funding. They emphasize the need to protect jobs and innovation during the COVID-19 crisis. - [Letter to Treasury & SBA on Affiliate Rule](https://nvca.org/document/letter-to-treasury-sba-re-affiliate-rule-2020-03-31-2/) - Letter urges the Treasury and SBA to revise affiliation rules under PPP to ensure venture-backed startups aren’t unfairly disqualified from relief funding - [NVCA Letter to Treasury and IRS on Grace Period for Tax Provisions and SB Loan Facility](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-treasury-and-irs-re-grace-period-for-tax-provisions-and-sb-loan-facility-3292020-final-2/) - NVCA urges the Treasury and IRS to provide a grace period for tax provisions and ensure venture-backed startups can access the Small Business Loan Facility, helping them navigate financial challenges during the COVID-19 crisis. - [Rep. Dean Phillips Letter on SBA Affiliation Rule Waiver](https://nvca.org/document/04-02-20-phillips-house-letter-sba-affiliation-rule-waiver-2/) - Representative Dean Phillips urges the SBA to waive the 'affiliation rule' to ensure startups can access critical relief, protecting jobs and innovation during the economic crisis. - [NVCA Submission Letter on Volcker Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-volcker-rule-submission-04012020-2/) - Submission discussing Volcker Rule implications for VC investments. - [NVCA Letter re PPP Application and Affiliation Guidance](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-re-ppp-application-and-affilition-guidance-2/) - NVCA urges clarity on PPP rules, warning that affiliation guidance could unfairly exclude venture-backed startups from relief. - [FAQs Employee Retention Credit under the CARES Act Internal Revenue Service](https://nvca.org/document/faqs-employee-retention-credit-under-the-cares-act-internal-revenue-service-2-2/) - Explains the employee retention credit under the CARES Act for startups. - [Sen. Moran Letter to SBA](https://nvca.org/document/sen-moran-to-sba-2/) - Senator Jerry Moran has written to the Small Business Administration (SBA) urging clear guidance to ensure venture-backed startups are eligible for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. He emphasizes that the SBA's affiliation rules should not unfairly exclude these startups from accessing critical financial support during the pandemic. - [Relief for Form ID Filers and Regulation Crowdfunding and Regulation A Issuers Related to Coronavirus](https://nvca.org/document/relief-for-form-id-filers-and-regulation-crowdfunding-and-regulation-a-issuers-related-to-coronavirus-2/) - Outlines relief measures for Form ID filers and Regulation A issuers during COVID-19. - [NVCA letter to Treasury and IRS re Grace Period for Tax Provisions and SB Loan Facility](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-treasury-and-irs-re-grace-period-for-tax-provisions-and-sb-loan-facility-2/) - NVCA letter to Treasury and IRS re Grace Period for Tax Provisions and SB Loan Facility - [VC SBA Lending and Affiliation Guidance for SBA Loan Programs](https://nvca.org/document/vc-sba-lending-and-affiliation-guidance-for-sba-loan-programs-2/) - Guidance on SBA lending programs for VC-backed companies. - [Ways and Means Democrats’ Priorities in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act](https://nvca.org/document/wm-cares-provisions-2/) - Ways and Means Democrats’ Priorities in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - [CARES Act Section-by-Section (Finance Health)](https://nvca.org/document/cares-act-section-by-section-finance-health-2/) - Breakdown of CARES Act provisions related to health and financial policy. - [CARES Act Section-by-Section (Tax, Unemployment Insurance)](https://nvca.org/document/cares-act-section-by-section-tax-unemployment-insurance-2/) - Overview of tax and unemployment-related sections of the CARES Act. - [Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act One Pager](https://nvca.org/document/keeping-american-workers-paid-and-employed-act_one-pager_-final-2/) - Summary document of legislation aimed at preserving payroll during the pandemic. - [Keeping American Workers Employed and Paid Act Section-by-Section](https://nvca.org/document/keeping-american-workers-employed-and-paid-act_section-by-section-3-25-20-2/) - Detailed breakdown of the legislation supporting employer payroll during COVID-19. - [CARES Section-by-Section](https://nvca.org/document/cares-section-by-section-final-2/) - Final version of the CARES Act section-by-section legislative summary. - [NVCA letter to Treasury and SBA re affiliation rules](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-treasury-and-sba-re-affiliation-rules-2/) - Letter urging changes to SBA affiliation rules to ensure startup access to relief. - [COVID 3 -- UI and Tax Title Summary](https://nvca.org/document/covid-3-ui-and-tax-title-summary-2/) - Summary of tax and unemployment provisions in COVID Phase 3 relief. - [Final Corona III Text](https://nvca.org/document/final-corona-iii-text-2/) - Full legislative text of the third coronavirus response bill. - [BAI20191](https://nvca.org/document/bai20191-2/) - BAI20191 outlines extensive legislative provisions responding to COVID-19, including free diagnostic testing, support for healthcare providers, telehealth expansion, workforce development, economic relief through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), and broad protections for small businesses, students, and vulnerable populations. - [McConnell CARES Act](https://nvca.org/document/mcconnell_cares_act-2/) - Initial Republican CARES Act proposal text and framework. - [EF Natera-Req to Publish Opinion](https://nvca.org/document/ef-natera-req-to-publish-opinion-2/) - Request related to publication of opinion in EF Natera case (specifics unclear). - [U.S. Department of the Treasury Response to NVCA’s Letter on PPP Eligibility](https://nvca.org/document/treasury03192020-2/) - The Treasury responds to NVCA’s concerns over PPP affiliation rules, emphasizing efforts to ensure venture-backed startups can access relief funding. - [C-3 Appropriations and Policy Summary](https://nvca.org/document/c-3-appropriations-and-policy-summary-3-17-20-2/) - Summary of appropriations and policy allocations in COVID-19 C-3 legislation. - [FSC COVID-19 Legislative Package](https://nvca.org/document/fsc-covid-19-legislative-package-3-18-20-2/) - NVCA outlines legislative recommendations to support startups during the COVID-19 crisis, emphasizing access to capital and relief measures tailored for high-growth companies. - [NVCA Opposition Letter to Sen. Sanders & Van Hollen on Options Bill](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-opposition-letter-re-sanders-van-hollen-options-bill-322020-final-2-2/) - Letter expressing NVCA's strong opposition to the CEO and Worker Pension Fairness Act. - [Senate Letter to Chairman Clayton](https://nvca.org/document/senate-letter-to-chairman-clayton-january-21-2020-2/) - Letter addressing regulatory issues affecting venture-backed company IPOs. - [NVCA Blockchain WG Letter on Managed Stablecoins are Securities Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-blockchain-wg-letter-managed-stablecoins-are-securities-act-final-1142020-2/) - NVCA comments on stablecoin classification under the Securities Act, with implications for blockchain innovation. - [Final CFIUS Rules Released Jan. 13, 2020](https://nvca.org/document/final-cfius-rules-released-jan-13-2020-2/) - Final regulations on foreign investment reviews under FIRRMA, affecting VC-backed startups. - [NVCA Letter on the Volcker Rule](https://nvca.org/document/12-3-19-volcker-vc-letter-2/) - Advocates for exemptions allowing venture capital funds to continue investing without unnecessary restrictions - [WashTech v. DHS - Corporate Amicus Brief](https://nvca.org/document/washtech-v-dhs-corporate-amicus-brief-final-2/) - Supports DHS policies that facilitate skilled immigration and entrepreneurship in the U.S. - [House Letter to Sec. Mnuchin on FIRRMA Draft Rules](https://nvca.org/document/2019-10-17-house-letter-to-sec-mnuchin-on-firrma-draft-rules-2/) - House members urge Secretary Mnuchin to adjust FIRRMA draft rules to prevent hindering venture capital investments in U.S. startups while balancing national security. - [Patricia Nakache Testimony on SJC](https://nvca.org/document/testimony-of-patricia-nakache-sjc-as-submitted-9-23-19-2/) - Testimony on how regulation affects venture capital and entrepreneurship. - [NVCA Coalition Proposal on Country Specification Section and Mandatory Filings](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-proposal-re-country-specification-section-and-mandatory-filings-2/) - Recommends adjustments to filing requirements for foreign investments to protect U.S. innovation. - [NVCA American Made 2.0 Immigration Contributions Document](https://nvca.org/document/american-made-2-0-2/) - The "American Made 2.0" report reveals that between 2006 and 2012, immigrants founded 33% of U.S. venture-backed companies that went public, contributing significantly to the economy. - [NVCA Letter of Support for Startup Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-support-for-startup-act-011619-2/) - NVCA expressed support for the Startup Act, legislation designed to promote entrepreneurship through regulatory improvements and incentives. - [NVCA Letter to BIS Regulatory Policy Division on ANPRM](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-emerging-tech-anprm-submission-as-filed-1-10-19-2/) - NVCA responded to the Bureau of Industry and Security's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on emerging technologies, discussing potential impacts on venture capital investments. - [NVCA Suggested Revisions to VC Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-suggested-revisions-to-vc-rule-2/) - NVCA proposed amendments to the Venture Capital Exemption Rule to better align with the operational realities of venture capital firms and support startup investments. - [NVCA Letter to SEC re VC Definition Modernization](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-sec-re-vc-definition-modernization-11292018-2/) - Supports updating the definition of venture capital funds to reflect modern investment practices. - [Sen. Warner Exempted Countries letter to Sec. Mnuchin](https://nvca.org/document/warner-exempted-countries-letter-to-mnuchin-2/) - Senator Mark Warner's letter to Treasury Secretary Mnuchin discussed exempting certain allied countries from specific investment restrictions to foster international collaboration. - [NVCA Comments on FIRRMA Interim Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-firrma-interim-rule-2/) - Provides feedback on foreign investment regulations and their impact on venture capital-backed startups. - [NVCA Comment Letter on Volcker Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-volcker-rule-comment-letter-10172018-2-2/) - Argues for modifications to the Volcker Rule to ensure venture capital funds are not unfairly restricted. - [JOBS Act 3.0_RIA VC Exemption Deal Language and Explanation](https://nvca.org/document/jobs-act-3-0_ria-vc-exemption-deal-language-and-explanation-2/) - NVCA provided detailed language and rationale for including a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) exemption for venture capital firms in the JOBS Act 3.0. - [NVCA Letter of Support for the JOBS and Investor Confidence Act of 2018](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-support-for-the-jobs-and-investor-confidence-act-of-2018-7172018-2/) - Advocates for legislative measures to promote capital formation and economic growth. - [NVCA Hearing Testimony Michael Brown JEC Hearing](https://nvca.org/document/hearing-testimony-michael-brown-jec-hearing-7102018-final-2/) - Testimony on the role of venture capital in fostering entrepreneurship and economic expansion. - [NVCA Letter of Support for DEAL Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-of-support-for-the-deal-act-7102018-final-2/) - Endorses the Developing and Empowering our Aspiring Leaders (DEAL) Act to enhance capital access. - [NVCA Comments to DHS on the International Entrepreneur Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-submission-to-dhs-on-the-international-entrepreneur-rule-2/) - Advocates for the continuation and improvement of the International Entrepreneur Rule to attract global talent. - [Statement from the President Regarding Investment Restrictions](https://nvca.org/document/statement-from-the-president-regarding-investment-restrictions-2/) - The President issued a statement outlining intentions to impose investment restrictions on certain foreign entities to protect U.S. technological advancements. - [Sen. Murray Letter to NVCA on Workplace Harassment](https://nvca.org/document/052518-national-venture-capital-association-harassment-letter-2/) - Addresses workplace harassment policies and best practices within the venture industry. - [NVCA Response to Sen. Murray's Workplace Harassment Letter](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-response-to-senator-murrays-workplace-harassment-letter-2/) - NVCA responded to Senator Murray's inquiries regarding efforts to address workplace harassment. - [NVCA and TECHNET Letter of Opposition on AB 2731 (Gibson)](https://nvca.org/document/ab-2731-oppose_coalition-sign-on-letter-2/) - NVCA and other organizations opposed California Assembly Bill 2731, arguing it would negatively impact investment management services and the state's economy. - [NVCA One Pager on CA Carried Interest Surtax](https://nvca.org/document/california-carried-interest-surtax-one-pager_tn-and-nvca-2/) - Opposes California's 17% carried interest surtax, citing risks to venture investment and startup growth. - [Key Legislators by Region for AB 2731](https://nvca.org/document/key-legislators-by-region_ab-2731-2/) - A document listing key legislators by region concerning California Assembly Bill 2731, aiding advocacy efforts. - [NVCA Opposition Letter on CA AB 2731](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-ca-ab-2731-opposition-letter-582018-final-2/) - Opposes legislation that would impose additional taxes on carried interest earnings. - [Sample Comprehensive VenturePAC Pay-To-Play Certification Letter](https://nvca.org/document/sample-comprehensive-venturepac-pay-to-play-certification-letter-2/) - A template provided by NVCA for VenturePAC contributors to certify compliance with pay-to-play regulations. - [NVCA Fostering Innovation Act Support Letter](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-fostering-innovation-act-support-letter-2/) - NVCA expressed support for the Fostering Innovation Act, which aims to reduce regulatory burdens on emerging growth companies, facilitating their access to public markets. - [NVCA Letter to Leader McConnell and Leader Schumer on USPTO](https://nvca.org/document/uspto-letter-12-19-17-2/) - Supports Senate confirmation of Andrei Iancu as USPTO Director to strengthen U.S. innovation. - [NVCA Coalition Letter to Chariman Hensarling and Ranking Member Waters on Counter Terrorism and Illicit Finance Act House Financial-Services](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-counter-terrorism-and-illicit-finance-act-house-financial-services-112917-2/) - Supports reforms to financial regulations that balance national security concerns with the needs of legitimate businesses. - [NVCA Letter to Senate HELP Committee](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-senate-help-committee-5-8-17-2/) - NVCA communicated with the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee regarding policies impacting the venture capital ecosystem and innovation. - [NVCA Comment to FCC Chairman Pai on Net Neutrality](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-to-fcc-on-neutrality-7-17-17/) - Advocates for maintaining net neutrality to support startup growth and innovation. - [NVCA Letter to Sen. Orrin Hatch on Tax Reform](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-tax-reform-finance-submission-07172017-2/) - Recommends tax policies to encourage venture investment and economic expansion. - [NVCA Letter to House EC Committee on FDA Reauthorization](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-house-ec-committee-5-17-17-2/) - Supports FDA user fee reauthorization to maintain a stable regulatory environment for medical innovation. - [NVCA Letter to GOP House Members on Carried Interest](https://nvca.org/document/republican-house-members-carried-interest-letter-2/) - Republican House members advocate for preserving carried interest tax treatment to support long-term investment. - [NVCA Letter to Trump on IER from Emerging Ecosystems](https://nvca.org/document/letter-to-president-trump-on-ier-from-emerging-ecosystems-2/) - Urges President Trump to implement the International Entrepreneur Rule to attract global startup talent. - [RIA Submission to Senate Banking Committee](https://nvca.org/document/ria-submission-to-senate-banking-committee-2/) - NVCA proposed modifications to the venture capital exemption from Registered Investment Adviser registration, addressing challenges posed by existing RIA rules. - [NVCA and Engine Letter on Investor and Startup to President Trump](https://nvca.org/document/engine-nvca-investor-and-startup-letter-to-trump-2-7-17-2/) - Letter from NVCA and Engine highlighting the importance of supporting startups and investors in innovation-driven economic growth. - [NVCA Letter of Support for Rapid Innovation Act of 2017](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-support-for-support-for-rapid-innovation-act-of-2017-2/) - NVCA supported the Rapid Innovation Act of 2017, aimed at enhancing the Department of Homeland Security's ability to access innovative technologies from startups. - [HALOS Act Coalition Support Letter](https://nvca.org/document/halos-act-coalition-support-letter-2/) - NVCA joined a coalition in supporting the Helping Angels Lead Our Startups (HALOS) Act, which seeks to clarify regulations around startup funding presentations. - [NVCA Letter to Chairman Thune and Ranking Member Nelson on American Innovation and Competitiveness Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-support-for-american-innovation-and-competitiveness-act-6-28-16-2/) - Supports federal funding for research and tech commercialization in the American Innovation and Competitiveness Act. - [Ali Behbahani Testimony for “Searching for Capital: How Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors Fund Entrepreneurs"](https://nvca.org/document/ali-behbahani-testimony-sbc-hearing-july-14-2016-2/) - Testimony by Ali Behbahani before the Senate Banking Committee, discussing how venture capitalists and angel investors fund entrepreneurs. - [Scott Kupor Testimony for “Searching for Capital: How Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors Fund Entrepreneurs"](https://nvca.org/document/scott-kupor-testimony-sbc-hearing-july-14-2016-2/) - Scott Kupor's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee regarding the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and its implications for venture capital. - [NVCA Letter of Support for Consumer Review Fairness Act](https://nvca.org/document/letter-of-support-for-consumer-review-fairness-act-2/) - NVCA expressed support for the Consumer Review Fairness Act, which protects consumers' rights to post reviews and feedback about products and services. - [NVCA Letter to Trump on Women and Entrepreneurship Council](https://nvca.org/document/trump-women-and-entrepreneurship-council-final-2/) - Discusses policy recommendations to support women entrepreneurs in the U.S. - [NVCA White House Demo Day Fact Sheet](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-white-house-demo-day-fact-sheet-2/) - Outlines contributions of venture-backed companies to the economy. - [NVCA Letter to President-elect Trump on Entrepreneurship](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-president-elect-trump-2/) - NVCA, along with other tech investors and startups, expressed concerns over President Trump's executive orders on immigration, emphasizing the negative impact on the tech industry and advocating for the importance of immigrant contributions to innovation and job creation. - [Alexis Borisy Testimony for 21st Century Cures: Examining the Role of Incentives in Advancing](https://nvca.org/document/alexis-borisy-testimony-cec-hearing-june-11-2014-2/) - Alexis Borisy provided testimony discussing the importance of incentives in advancing medical innovation and the role of venture capital in supporting healthcare breakthroughs. - [Mike Carusi Testimony for 21st Century Cures: Examining the Role of Incentives in Advancing](https://nvca.org/document/mike-carusi-testimony-cec-hearing-june-11-2014-2/) - Mike Carusi testified on the critical role of incentives in promoting medical advancements and how venture capital investment drives healthcare innovation. - [NVCA Comment Letter to FCC on Net Neutrality](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-fcc-on-net-neutrality-9-15-14-2/) - Supports open internet policies vital to startup growth and innovation. - [NVCA Letter of Support for Rep. Ratcliffe Cyber Bills to Rep. Ryan and Pelosi](https://nvca.org/document/letter-of-support-t-for-ratcliffe-cyber-bills-to-ryan-and-pelosi-6-20-16-2/) - Endorses cybersecurity legislation beneficial to the startup ecosystem. - [Venky Ganesan Written Testimony on Senate Commerce Committee](https://nvca.org/document/venky-ganesan-written-testimony-senate-commercecommittee-final-3-22-17-2/) - Testimony on innovation policy and its impact on venture capital. - [NVCA Comment Letter to FCC on Neutrality](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-to-fcc-on-neutrality-7-17-17-3/) - Expresses concern over repeal of net neutrality and its effect on startups. - [NVCA Comment Letter to FDA on Expedited Programs for Serious Conditions](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-fda-on-expedited-programs-for-serious-conditions-8-26-13-2/) - Supports regulatory pathways that speed development of critical therapies. - [NVCA Comment Letter to FDA on IDE Guidance](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-fda-on-ide-guidance-9-12-13-2/) - Provides feedback on investigational device exemptions to enhance medical innovation. - [NVCA Comment Letter to FDA on Alternative Approval Pathway](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-fda-on-alternative-approval-pathway-2-27-14-2/) - Advocates for flexible approval processes for emerging therapies. - [NVCA Members Testify before EC-Subcommittee](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-members-testify-before-ec-subcommittee-6-11-14-2/) - Venture capital leaders testify on challenges and opportunities in entrepreneurship. - [NVCA Comment Letter to Energy and Commerce Committee on FDA SPA Process](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-energy-and-commerce-committee-on-fda-spa-process-6-23-14-2/) - NVCA highlights that the SPA program has long provided venture capital investors with a degree of transparency and predictability that has aided in mitigating the risks associated with new product development, thus helping to attract needed investment capital. - [NVCA Letter on H.R. 160](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-on-h-r-160-6-17-15-2/) - NVCA strongly supports H.R. 160 to repeal the medical device tax, warning it discourages investment in lifesaving medical innovations. - [NVCA Comment Letter to House Judiciary-Chairman Goodlate on Innovation Act of 2013](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-house-judiciary-chairman-goodlate-on-innovation-act-of-2013-11-20-13-2/) - NVCA supports efforts to curb patent litigation abuse but urges changes to H.R. 3309 to protect venture-backed startups that rely on strong patent rights. - [Coalition Letter to House and Senate Judiciary Committees on Patent Reform](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-letter-to-house-and-senate-judiciary-committees-on-patent-reform-1-21-15-2/) - A broad coalition of innovators urged Congress to avoid weakening the U.S. patent system, warning that recent reforms and court rulings already address abusive litigation. - [Written Testimony of Bob Taylor for House Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on Patent Reform](https://nvca.org/document/written-testimony-of-bob-taylor-for-house-judiciary-subcommittee-hearing-on-patent-reform-2-12-15-2/) - Bob Taylor provides insights on patent reform, highlighting the importance of a balanced patent system that protects innovators while curbing abusive practices. - [NVCA Letter to Senate Judiciary Committee on PATENT Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-senate-judiciary-committee-on-patent-act-5-6-15-2/) - NVCA supports efforts to curb abusive patent litigation but urges changes to S.1137 to avoid harming startup investment and innovation. - [NVCA Letter to CMS on Payments for Precision Medicine](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-cms-on-payments-for-precision-medicine-2/) - NVCA urges CMS not to finalize drastic Medicare payment cuts for precision medicine tests, warning they would harm innovation, investment, and patient care. - [NVCA Letter to Senate and House Judiciary Committees on Patent Reform](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-senate-and-house-judiciary-committees-on-patent-reform-2-4-15-2/) - NVCA urges Congress to take a careful, balanced approach to patent reform to avoid harming venture-backed startups that depend on strong patent protection. - [NVCA Letter to President Elect Trump](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-president-elect-trump-final-1-4-3/) - NVCA urged the incoming administration to prioritize entrepreneurship, startup investment, and innovation policies to expand economic opportunity across America. - [NVCA Letter on Concerns with H.R. 9](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-on-concerns-with-h-r-9-4-14-15-2/) - NVCA warns that H.R. 9 would discourage investment and harm startups by making patent enforcement riskier and more costly without effectively curbing abusive litigation. - [Statement for the Record: Testimony of Robert Taylor, Esq. on Behalf of NVCA](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-follow-up-letter-for-hearing-record-2-19-15-2/) - NVCA reaffirmed its support for targeted patent litigation reform but warned that H.R. 9 would harm startups by making patent enforcement riskier and more costly. - [NVCA Comment Letter to Senate Judiciary Committee on Patent Reform](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-senate-judiciary-committee-on-patent-reform-3-31-14-2/) - The NVCA’s March 31, 2014 comment letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee addresses proposed patent reform legislation, urging lawmakers to preserve strong patent protections while curbing abusive litigation practices that harm startups and innovation. - [Will Coleman Testimony on ENR](https://nvca.org/document/will-coleman-enr-testimony-7-18-13-2/) - Will Coleman of OnRamp Capital testified before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, emphasizing the critical role of venture capital in advancing energy innovations and advocating for policies that support clean energy startups. - [Recommendations to Office of Science and Technology Policy on Energy Innovation](https://nvca.org/document/recommendations-to-office-of-science-and-technology-policy-on-energy-innovation-9-30-14-2/) - Recommendations to Office of Science and Technology Policy on Energy Innovation - [Ray Leach House Testimony](https://nvca.org/document/ray-leach-house-testimony-7-10-13-2/) - Ray Leach provided testimony to the House Committee on Small Business, discussing the importance of venture capital in fostering entrepreneurship and job creation, and recommending measures to enhance access to capital for startups. - [NVCA Comment Letter to SEC on General Solicitation Rules](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-sec-on-general-solicitation-rules-9-25-13-2/) - NVCA submitted comment letter to the SEC expressing concerns about proposed rules on general solicitation, highlighting potential negative impacts on startups' ability to raise capital and suggesting modifications to protect emerging companies. - [Recommendations to SEC Investor Advisory Committee on Decimalization and Tick Size](https://nvca.org/document/recommendations-to-sec-investor-advisory-committee-on-decimalization-and-tick-size-1-29-14-2/) - NVCA provided recommendations to the SEC Investor Advisory Committee, discussing how decimalization and tick size adjustments could influence liquidity and capital formation for emerging growth companies. - [NVCA Comment Letter to SEC on Tick Size Pilot Program](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-sec-on-tick-size-pilot-program-12-22-14-2/) - NVCA commented on the SEC's proposed Tick Size Pilot Program, supporting initiatives aimed at improving market conditions for small-cap companies and suggesting data-driven approaches to assess the program's effectiveness. - [NVCA Comment Letter on Proposed NASDAQ Rule on Board Member Compensation](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comment-letter-on-proposed-nasdaq-rule-on-board-member-compensation-4-26-16-2/) - NVCA addressed NASDAQ's proposed rule regarding board member compensation, expressing concerns about potential unintended consequences for venture-backed companies and recommending more flexible guidelines. - [NVCA Letter on Fostering Innovation Act](https://nvca.org/document/fostering-innovation-act-support-letter-5232016-final-2/) - NVCA expressed support for the Fostering Innovation Act, which aimed to extend certain regulatory exemptions for emerging growth companies to help them allocate resources more effectively toward innovation and growth. - [NVCA Backs Supreme Court Review on Securities Class Actions](https://nvca.org/document/15-1439-tsac-sifma-et-al-2/) - NVCA joins SIFMA in urging the Supreme Court to ensure securities class actions are heard in federal court, preserving market stability and consistency. - [NVCA Comment Letter to SEC on Changes to SFR Definition](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-sec-on-changes-to-sfr-definition-8-25-16-2/) - NVCA commented on the SEC's proposed changes to the definition of a Smaller Reporting Company, supporting adjustments that would allow more companies to qualify for scaled disclosure requirements, thereby reducing compliance burdens. - [NVCA Letter to Capital Markets Subcommittee on Volcker Rule](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-capital-markets-subcommmittee-on-volcker-rule-3-28-17-2/) - NVCA addressed the Capital Markets Subcommittee regarding the Volcker Rule, highlighting concerns about its impact on venture capital funds and advocating for exemptions to support investment in startups. - [NVCA Submission to Senate Banking Committee for Request for Proposals to Increase Economic Growth](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-submission-to-senate-banking-committee-for-requets-for-proposals-to-increase-economic-growth-4-14-17-2/) - NVCA submitted proposals to the Senate Banking Committee outlining strategies to stimulate economic growth through policies that enhance capital formation and support the venture ecosystem. - [Deepak Kamra Testimony to House Subcommittee on Immigration Policy and Enforcement](https://nvca.org/document/testimony-of-deepak-kamra-to-house-subcommittee-on-immigration-policy-and-enforcement-3-5-13-2/) - Deepak Kamra of Canaan Partners testified in support of immigration reform to boost high-growth entrepreneurship through access to global talent. - [Coalition Letter to House on Immigration Reform](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-letter-to-house-leadership-on-immigration-reform-7-30-13-2/) - NVCA joined a coalition urging the House to advance immigration reform supportive of startup and tech ecosystems. - [NVCA and Coalition of Tech Organizations Letter of Support for High Skilled Immigration Reform](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-and-coalition-of-tech-organizations-letter-of-support-for-high-skilled-immigration-reform-3-14-14-2/) - NVCA, along with other tech organizations, supported reforms to high-skilled immigration policies, emphasizing the need to attract and retain talent essential for the competitiveness of the U.S. technology sector. - [NVCA Responds to White House RFI on Immigration](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-responds-to-white-house-rfi-on-immigration-1-29-15-2/) - NVCA advocated for reforms to U.S. immigration policies to better support immigrant entrepreneurs, including suggestions to streamline visa processes, allow self-petitioning for H-1B visas, and create pathways for foreign founders to establish and grow startups in the United States - [NVCA Letter to DHS in Response to Parole Program for Entrepreneurs](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-dhs-in-response-to-parole-program-for-entrepreneurs-2/) - NVCA expressed support for the Department of Homeland Security's proposed parole program, highlighting the significant interest among immigrant entrepreneurs and the potential positive impact on innovation and job creation. - [NVCA Letter in Support of Attracting and Retaining Entrepreneurs Act](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-in-support-of-attracting-and-retaining-entrepreneurs-act-12-6-16-2/) - : NVCA endorsed the Attracting and Retaining Entrepreneurs Act, advocating for legislative measures to facilitate immigrant entrepreneurs' contributions to the U.S. economy. - [NVCA Comment Letter to DHS on IER](https://nvca.org/document/comment-letter-to-dhs-on-international-entrepreneur-rule-8-3-17-1-2/) - NVCA commended DHS for proposing the International Entrepreneur Rule, noting its potential to accelerate entrepreneurship and job creation by allowing foreign entrepreneurs to grow their companies in the U.S. - [NVCA v. Duke IER Motion for Preliminary Injunction 1:7-cv-1912](https://nvca.org/document/ier-motion-for-preliminary-injunction-17-cv-1912-nvca-v-duke-2/) - NVCA filed a motion for a preliminary injunction against DHS's delay of the International Entrepreneur Rule, arguing that the postponement harmed the U.S. economy by deterring foreign entrepreneurs. - [Coalition Letter on Rescission of the IER](https://nvca.org/document/coalition-letter-on-rescission-of-the-international-entrepreneur-rule-feb-8-2018-2/) - A coalition, including NVCA, opposed DHS's proposal to rescind the International Entrepreneur Rule, highlighting the detrimental effects on innovation and job creation. - [Plaintiffs Motion for Discovery Regarding Defendants-Compliance with the Courts IER Judgment](https://nvca.org/document/plaintiffs-motion-for-discovery-regarding-defendants-compliance-with-the-courts-ier-judgment-2/) - NVCA sought discovery to ensure DHS's compliance with a court order mandating the implementation of the International Entrepreneur Rule. - [NVCA Letter to Senate on Tax Reform](https://nvca.org/document/letter-to-senate-on-tax-reform-7-25-13-2/) - NVCA provides recommendations to the Senate on tax policies that would foster innovation and support the venture capital ecosystem. - [Model PIPE Securities Purchase Agreement (FPI)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-securities-purchase-agreement-fpi/) - [Model PIPE Registration Rights Agreement (FPI)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-registration-rights-agreement-fpi/) - [Model PIPE Form of Pre-Funded Warrant (FPI)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-form-of-pre-funded-warrant-fpi/) - [Model PIPE Form of Ordinary Warrant (FPI)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-form-of-ordinary-warrant-fpi/) - [Model PIPE Securities Purchase Agreement (US Issuer)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-securities-purchase-agreement-us-issuer-2/) - [NVCA Comments on NPRM](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-comments-on-outbound-investment-nprm-8-2-2024/) - [NVCA Response to HFSC Capital Markets RFI](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-response-to-hfsc-capital-markets-rfi/) - NVCA response to Financial Services Committee Requests Feedback on Legislative Proposals to Increase Investor Access and Facilitate Capital Formation - [NVCA Letter to W&M Chair Jason Smith on Energy Tax Credits](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-wm-chair-jason-smith-on-energy-tax-credits/) - On behalf of our nation’s venture capital (VC) investors and the entrepreneurs they support, I write to express our strong support for preserving the energy tax credits established under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). - [Q2 2025 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q2-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-data-pack/) - [Q2 2025 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [Life-Science Confidential Disclosure Agreement](https://nvca.org/document/life-science-confidential-disclosure-agreement/) - [Joint Letter to Majority Leader Thune & Chairman Crapo on Sec. 899](https://nvca.org/document/joint-letter-to-majority-leader-thune-chairman-crapo-on-sec-899/) - NVCA and others urge Congress to include a passive investment exemption in Section 899 to prevent harmful disruptions to U.S. capital markets and protect investment in American businesses. - [Model PIPE Form of Common Warrant (US Issuer)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-form-of-common-warrant-us-issuer-2/) - [Model PIPE Form of Pre-Funded Warrant (US Issuer)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-form-of-pre-funded-warrant-us-issuer-2/) - [Model PIPE Registration Rights Agreement (US Issuer)](https://nvca.org/document/model-pipe-registration-rights-agreement-us-issuer-2/) - [Investors’ Rights Agreement (Includes a Inclusion Provision)](https://nvca.org/document/investors-rights-agreement-includes-a-inclusion-provision/) - [Stock Purchase Agreement (Updated October 2024)](https://nvca.org/document/stock-purchase-agreement-updated-october-2024/) - Powered By EmbedPress - [Certificate of Incorporation (Updated October 2024)](https://nvca.org/document/certificate-of-incorporation-updated-october-2024/) - [NVCA Letter to FinCEN Requesting Delay on AML/CFT Rule for VC Advisers](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-letter-to-fincen-requesting-delay-on-aml-cft-rule-for-vc-advisers/) - NVCA Letter to FinCEN Requesting Delay on AML/CFT Rule for VC Advisers - [Q1 2025 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q1-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-data-pack/) - [Q1 2025 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q1-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [Q2 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q2-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-data-pack/) - [Q2 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q2-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [2025 NVCA Yearbook Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/2025-nvca-yearbook-data-pack/) - [NVCA 2025 Yearbook](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-2025-yearbook/) - [NVCA Awards Program - List of Winners (through 2024)](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-awards-program-list-of-winners-through-2024/) - [NVCA Policy Agenda 2025](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-policy-agenda-2025/) - [NVCA UVA Congressional Briefing 2024-12-17](https://nvca.org/document/nvca-uva-congressional-briefing-2024-12-17/) - [Building A More Inclusive Entrepreneurial Ecosystem](https://nvca.org/document/final-nvca-diversity-report-2/) - Diversity Report - [Right of First Refusal and Co-Sale Agreement (Updated October 2024)](https://nvca.org/document/right-of-first-refusal-and-co-sale-agreement-updated-october-2024/) - [Investors’ Rights Agreement (Updated October 2024)](https://nvca.org/document/investors-rights-agreement-updated-october-2024/) - [Model OISP Representations Riders for Stock Purchase Agreement (as of Jan. 3, 2025)](https://nvca.org/document/model-oisp-representations-riders-for-stock-purchase-agreement-as-of-jan-3-2025/) - [Q3 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Data Pack](https://nvca.org/document/q3-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-data-pack/) - [Q4 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q4-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-2/) - [Q3 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/document/q3-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - [Illinois VC State Data](https://nvca.org/document/illinois-vc-state-data-2/) ## Team Members - [Jess Woodie](https://nvca.org/team-members/jess-woodie/) - Jessica (Jess) Woodie joins NVCA as Director, Marketing and Digital Storytelling, leading integrated marketing, content, and digital strategies that showcase how venture capital drives innovation and long-term economic growth. She brings a decade of experience translating complex financial, policy, and regulatory topics into clear, compelling narratives. Jess previously led marketing strategy and omnichannel campaigns for Stand Together's grassroots brands - [Savanna Maloney](https://nvca.org/team-members/savanna-maloney/) - Savanna Maloney serves as Manager, Administration and Operations at the National Venture Capital Association. Prior to joining NVCA in January 2022, Savanna worked as the Digital Media Associate for Better Medicare Alliance. Savanna is a graduate from the University of Florida where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in Sport Management and a certificate in Digital - [Evan Keller](https://nvca.org/team-members/evan-keller/) - Evan Keller serves as the Director of Communications at the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA). He works on supporting NVCA’s legislative efforts through effective media relations, executive communications, and digital strategy. Prior to joining NVCA in August 2024, Evan was a Director of Strategic Communications at Avoq, a bipartisan communications and advocacy firm, where he - [Rhianon Anderson](https://nvca.org/team-members/rhianon-anderson/) - Rhianon Anderson serves as the Vice President, Programs for Venture Forward, a nonprofit launched by NVCA to support the US venture capital ecosystem. She works on efforts to expand diversity, equity and inclusion, and to ensure that members of the VC community have access to the support and resources they need to thrive. Before joining - [Justin Cruz](https://nvca.org/team-members/justin-cruz/) - Justin Cruz is the Senior Manager, Data & Operations for Venture Forward. He is responsible for the data-related processes, systems, and infrastructure to support Venture Forward’s goals and objectives. Prior to joining Venture Forward, Justin worked at Salesforce as a business operations and data analyst working on Industry Cloud and Partner Programs. He focused on - [Vanessa Gutierrez](https://nvca.org/team-members/vanessa-gutierrez/) - Vanessa Gutierrez serves as the Community and Events Manager for Venture Forward, where she works to build relationships and drive engagement within the venture capital ecosystem. Prior to her role at Venture Forward, Vanessa gained experience in the industry working with VC Unleashed to help democratize access to VC. Her journey also includes working in - [Kylie Lapsley](https://nvca.org/team-members/kylie-lapsley/) - Kylie Lapsley is NVCA’s Manager, Special Projects. In this role, she supports government relations, communications, research, and membership departments in their day-to-day operations. Kylie recently graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in public relations and was an intern at NVCA in the summer of 2024. Prior to joining NVCA full-time, Kylie - [Bobby Franklin](https://nvca.org/team-members/bobby-franklin/) - Since 2013, Bobby Franklin has served as the proud President and CEO of NVCA - the National Venture Capital Association. Under his stewardship, NVCA has emerged as the preeminent voice of the U.S. startup ecosystem, advocating for public policies that foster innovation and drive economic growth. With a relentless commitment to supporting American entrepreneurs, Bobby - [Erinn Wong](https://nvca.org/team-members/erinn-wong/) - Erinn Wong is the Program Operations Manager at Venture Forward. They are responsible for managing and growing Venture Forward’s programs to democratize access to the venture capital industry. Before joining Venture Forward, Erinn worked at Adobe as a Business Operations Lead on the Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team, where they implemented and managed tools, - [Emma Peters](https://nvca.org/team-members/emma-peters/) - Emma Peters is NVCA’s Manager, Government Affairs. Emma supports the Government Affairs team by organizing legislative priorities, tracking and analyzing legislation, administering the PAC, and coordinating Hill visits, fly-ins, and working group meetings. Prior to joining NVCA, Emma served as the Grassroots Manager at Engine, a policy organization supporting startups and innovation. There, she led - [Robin Ceppos](https://nvca.org/team-members/robin-ceppos/) - Robin serves as the Communications Manager at the National Venture Capital Association, where she enhances day-to-day external and internal relations for NVCA while utilizing her expertise in content creation, storytelling, and data to elevate NVCA’s long-term communications strategy. As a conscientious leader, Robin is integral to the forward-looking investments NVCA makes in the greater venture - [Diem-Mi Lu](https://nvca.org/team-members/diem-mi-lu/) - Diem-Mi Lu serves as Vice President of Government Affairs at the National Venture Capital Association. She brings to her role an exceptional understanding of the legislative and regulatory landscape shaping capital markets. She joined NVCA in March 2025 from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), where she served as Counsel to Commissioner Jaime E. - [Shiloh Tillemann-Dick](https://nvca.org/team-members/shiloh-tillemann-dick/) - Shiloh serves as the research director at NVCA. He studies the venture ecosystem with a focus on understanding its broader economic impacts and how they can be optimized. His career can be summarized with a variety of buzzwords like big data, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, etc. Fundamentally though, he focuses on understanding problems and solving - [MiChele Solomon](https://nvca.org/team-members/michele-solomon/) - MiChele Solomon serves as the Vice President of Administration at NVCA. In this role, MiChele is responsible for the strategic planning, development, and oversight of the association’s administrative and human resource functions. Prior to NVCA, MiChele was the Director of Registration and Customer Service for CTIA-The Wireless Association. She was with CTIA for 27 years, - [Jenny Zemel](https://nvca.org/team-members/jenny-zemel/) - Jenny Zemel serves as Director of Membership Engagement at the National Venture Capital Association, where she provides interdepartmental support on a variety of projects for both the NVCA team and Venture Forward team. Jenny graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a degree in Kinesiology. After many years in the customer service industry, most - [Jason Vita](https://nvca.org/team-members/jason-vita/) - Jason’s background includes 15+ years of experience in business development and project management. As Vice President of Business Development at NVCA, Jason brings a unique blend of experience from a publicly-traded company, start-up, Senate Office, and 501C6 trade association. Jason initiated his career as an analyst on the business development team at PRA Group, Inc., - [Ashlyn Roberts](https://nvca.org/team-members/ashlyn-roberts/) - Ashlyn Roberts serves as the Vice President of Government Affairs at the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA). She brings to her role a track record of seven years of effective government relations and advocacy on behalf of venture capitalists and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. She has been on the frontline of the Small Business Roundtable - [Caroline Schellhas](https://nvca.org/team-members/caroline-schellhas/) - Caroline Schellhas served as Senior Director, Government Affairs of Tax for Pfizer, Inc. located in Washington, D.C. In this role, Caroline handled domestic and international tax issues working with the Global Tax Department, Federal and State Government Relations teams and others in the Corporate Affairs function. Caroline was responsible for monitoring and managing tax issues - [Christina Martin](https://nvca.org/team-members/christina-martin/) - Christina Martin brings years of strategic management, government affairs, and communications experience to NVCA. As Chief Operating Officer, she sets strategy and manages the government affairs, research, communications, and membership teams, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission to champion the venture capital industry. Christina’s career spans leadership roles across major industries. Most recently, she served - [Maryam Haque](https://nvca.org/team-members/maryam-haque/) - Maryam serves as Executive Director of Venture Forward, NVCA’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting organization focused on shaping the future of venture capital. Before transitioning to launch and lead Venture Forward, Maryam was the Senior Vice President of Industry Advancement at NVCA, where she led NVCA’s initiatives focused on advancing the venture industry – research and data, education, ## NVCA Members - [NM Vintage Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/nm-vintage-fund/) - NM Vintage Fund - [The Artemis Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/the-artemis-fund/) - The Artemis Fund - [Slauson & Co.](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/slauson-co/) - Slauson & Co. - [Hanwha Asset Management ](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/hanwha-asset-management/) - Hanwha Asset Management - [Echo Health Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/echo-health-ventures/) - Echo Health Ventures - [Aditum Bio](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/aditum-bio/) - Aditum Bio - [Akkadian Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/akkadian-ventures/) - Akkadian Ventures - [Golub Growth](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/golub-growth/) - Golub Growth - [Bright Minds Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bright-minds-capital/) - Bright Minds Capital - [Bain Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bain-capital/) - [Starbridge Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/starbridge-venture-capital/) - Starbridge Venture Capital - [ECMC Foundation - Education Innovation Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ecmc-foundation-education-innovation-ventures/) - ECMC Foundation - Education Innovation Ventures - [Averin Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/averin-capital/) - Averin Capital - [Starship Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/starship-ventures/) - Starship Ventures - [Life Sciences Greenhouse](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/life-sciences-greenhouse/) - Life Sciences Greenhouse - [Snatched Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/snatched-ventures/) - Snatched Ventures - [Innovation Catalyst](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/innovation-catalyst/) - Innovation Catalyst - [ZEA](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/zea/) - ZEA - [Yellow Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/yellow-ventures/) - Yellow Ventures - [The Innovation Space](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/delaware-innovation-space/) - The Innovation Space - [Graphene Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/graphene-ventures/) - Graphene Ventures - [Headline](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/headline-formerly-e-ventures/) - Headline - [Stepstone Group](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/stepstone-group-formerly-greenspring-associates/) - Stepstone Group - [ICONIQ Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/iconiq-capital/) - ICONIQ Capital - [Manhattan Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/manhattan-venture-partners/) - Manhattan Venture Partners - [Louisiana Innovation](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/louisiana-innovation-partnership/) - Louisiana Innovation - [S32](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/section-32/) - S32 - [Sandbox Industries](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sandbox-industries/) - Sandbox Industries - [Origin Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/origin-ventures/) - [Third Point Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/third-point-ventures/) - Third Point Ventures - [TFX Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tfx-capital/) - TFX Capital - [SR One Capital Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sr-one-capital-management/) - SR One Capital Management - [Pavey Family Investments](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/pavey-family-investments/) - Pavey Family Investments - [Pathway to Cures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/pathway-to-cures/) - Pathway to Cures - [Parkway Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/parkway-venture-capital/) - Parkway Venture Capital - [Next Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/next-ventures/) - Next Ventures - [Metallum Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/metallum-ventures/) - Metallum Ventures - [Maschmeyer Group Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/maschmeyer-group-ventures/) - Maschmeyer Group Ventures - [Martinson Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/martinson-ventures/) - Martinson Ventures - [Mairs & Power VC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mairs-power-vc/) - Mairs & Power VC - [InnoCom Bio Equities](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/innocom-bio-equities/) - InnoCom Bio Equities - [Impact Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/impact-venture-capital/) - Impact Venture Capital - [Plains Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/i2e/) - Plains Ventures - [Halcyon Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/halcyon-venture-partners/) - Halcyon Venture Partners - [General Purpose Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/general-purpose-venture-capital/) - General Purpose Venture Capital - [Gener8tor](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/gener8tor/) - Gener8tor - [GEHA Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/geha-ventures/) - GEHA Ventures - [Geekdom](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/geekdom/) - Geekdom - [CVS Health Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cvs-health-ventures/) - CVS Health Ventures - [Correlation Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/correlation-ventures/) - Correlation Ventures - [Cancer Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cancer-fund/) - Cancer Fund - [Amity Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/amity-ventures/) - Amity Ventures - [82VS](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/82vs/) - 82VS - [TDK Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tdk-ventures/) - TDK Ventures - [Chemistry](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/chemistry/) - Chemistry - [AlleyCorp](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/alleycorp/) - AlleyCorp - [Founders Circle Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/founders-circle-capital/) - Founders Circle Capital - [Bridgex Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bridgex-ventures/) - Bridgex Ventures - [Flourish Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/flourish-ventures/) - Flourish Ventures - [FirstMile Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/firstmile-ventures-2/) - FirstMile Ventures - [Fidelity Investments](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/fidelity-investments/) - Fidelity Investments - [The Venture Reality Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/the-venture-reality-fund/) - The Venture Reality Fund - [Black Opal Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/black-opal-ventures/) - Black Opal Ventures - [Applied Research Institute](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/applied-research-institute/) - Applied Research Institute - [Sila B](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sila-b/) - Sila B - [NVNG Investment Advisors](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/nvng-investment-advisors/) - NVNG Investment Advisors - [Cistern Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cistern-capital/) - Cistern Capital - [DVRGNT Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/dvrgnt-ventures/) - DVRGNT Ventures - [AI Triangle Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ai-triangle-ventures/) - AI Triangle Ventures - [7wire Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/7wire-ventures/) - 7wire Ventures - [Capital Factory](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/capital-factory/) - Capital Factory - [Gaingels](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/gaingels/) - Gaingels - [HighlandX ](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/highlandx/) - HighlandX - [West Virginia Jobs Investment Trust](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/west-virginia-jobs-investment-trust/) - West Virginia Jobs Investment Trust - [ServiceNow Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/servicenow-ventures/) - ServiceNow Ventures - [HealthX Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/healthx-ventures/) - HealthX Ventures - [F.A. Muhsen Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/f-a-muhsen-capital/) - F.A. Muhsen Capital - [Eudemian Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/eudemian-ventures/) - Eudemian Ventures - [Health Velocity Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/health-velocity-capital/) - Health Velocity Capital - [The Veteran Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/the-veteran-fund/) - The Veteran Fund - [Dcode Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/dcode-capital/) - Dcode Capital - [Olympus Innovation Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/olympus-innovation-ventures/) - Olympus Innovation Ventures - [Quoth Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/quoth-capital/) - Quoth Capital - [MPM BioImpact](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mpm-capital/) - MPM BioImpact - [Alpha Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/alpha-venture-partners/) - Alpha Partners - [Notable Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/notable-capital/) - Notable Capital - [Samsung Catalyst Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/samsung-catalyst-fund/) - Samsung Catalyst Fund - [Third Lake Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/third-lake-capital/) - Third Lake Capital - [Boot64 Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/boot64-ventures/) - Boot64 Ventures - [Innovation Partnerships at the University of Michigan](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/innovation-partnerships-at-the-university-of-michigan/) - Innovation Partnerships at the University of Michigan - [Omidyar Network](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/omidyar-network/) - Omidyar Network - [AI Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ai-capital/) - AI Capital - [Treeo VC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/treeo-vc/) - Treeo VC - [First Close Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/first-close-partners/) - First Close Partners - [Relevance Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/relevance-ventures/) - Relevance Ventures - [MedMountain Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/medmountain-ventures/) - MedMountain Ventures - [Harlem Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/harlem-capital-partners/) - Harlem Capital Partners - [Qualcomm Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/qualcomm-ventures/) - Qualcomm Ventures - [Blank Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/blank-ventures/) - [Ossian Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ossian-capital/) - Ossian Capital - [Vibranium.VC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/vibranium-vc/) - Vibranium.VC - [Transform Capital Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/transform-capital-management/) - Transform Capital Management - [Commonwealth Seed Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/commonwealth-seed-capital/) - Commonwealth Seed Capital - [Frist Cressey Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/frist-cressey-ventures/) - Frist Cressey Ventures - [Veteran Ventures Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/veteran-ventures-capital/) - Veteran Ventures Capital - [IronGate Capital Advisors](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/irongate-capital-advisors/) - IronGate Capital Advisors - [FortySix Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/fortysix-venture-capital/) - FortySix Venture Capital - [CatchLight Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/catchlight-capital-partners/) - CatchLight Capital Partners - [Seae Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/seae-ventures/) - Seae Ventures - [BioCrossroads](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/biocrossroads/) - BioCrossroads - [Honda Innovations Silicon Valley](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/honda-innovations-silicon-valley/) - Honda Innovations Silicon Valley - [BAM Elevate](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bam-elevate/) - [BlueYard Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/blueyard-capital/) - [Global Health Investment Corporation](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/global-health-investment-corporation/) - [Next Legacy Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/next-legacy-partners/) - Next Legacy Partners - [Virginia Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/virginia-venture-partners/) - Virginia Venture Partners - [Reach Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/reach-capital/) - Reach Capital - [Connecticut Innovations](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/connecticut-innovations/) - Connecticut Innovations - [Lambda Fund Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lambda-fund-management/) - Lambda Fund Management - [ATEL Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/atel-ventures/) - ATEL Ventures - [Render Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/render-capital/) - Render Capital - [Johnson & Johnson Innovation – JJDC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/johnson-johnson-innovation-jjdc/) - Johnson & Johnson Innovation – JJDC - [Adams Capital Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/adams-capital-management/) - Adams Capital Management - [Jeffries Family Office](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/jeffries-family-office/) - Jeffries Family Office - [AZ-VC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/az-vc/) - AZ-VC - [Yu Galaxy](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/yu-galaxy/) - Yu Galaxy - [1414 Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/1414-ventures/) - 1414 Ventures - [Advaita Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/advaita-capital/) - [AT&T Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/att-ventures/) - AT&T Ventures - [SOSV](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sosv/) - SOSV - [TELUS Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/telus-ventures/) - TELUS Ventures - [Switch Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/switch-ventures/) - Switch Ventures - [406 Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/406-ventures/) - [Zetta Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/zetta-venture-partners/) - Zetta Venture Partners - [WARF](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/warf/) - WARF - [Wells Fargo Strategic Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/wells-fargo-strategic-capital/) - Wells Fargo Strategic Capital - [Westlake Village BioPartners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/westlake-village-biopartners/) - Westlake Village BioPartners - [Weston Presidio](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/weston-presidio/) - Weston Presidio - [Wing](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/wing/) - Wing - [Woven Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/woven-capital/) - Woven Capital - [Venrock](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/venrock/) - Venrock - [Vensana Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/vensana-capital/) - Vensana Capital - [Venture Investors](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/venture-investors/) - Venture Investors - [Versant Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/versant-ventures/) - Versant Ventures - [Vida Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/vida-ventures/) - Vida Ventures - [Volition Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/volition-capital/) - Volition Capital - [W.K. Kellogg Foundation](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/w-k-kellogg-foundation/) - W.K. Kellogg Foundation - [Warburg Pincus](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/warburg-pincus/) - Warburg Pincus - [Uncork Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/uncork-capital/) - Uncork Capital - [Upfront Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/upfront-ventures/) - Upfront Ventures - [USAA](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/usaa/) - USAA - [UVA Licensing & Ventures Group](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/uva-licensing-ventures-group/) - UVA Licensing & Ventures Group - [Valia Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/valia-ventures/) - Valia Ventures - [Vanderbilt University](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/vanderbilt-university/) - Vanderbilt University - [Vanedge Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/vanedge-capital/) - Vanedge Capital - [Vantage Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/vantage-partners/) - Vantage Partners - [Third Rock Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/third-rock-ventures/) - Third Rock Ventures - [Toyota Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/toyota-ventures/) - Toyota Ventures - [TransLink Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/translink-capital/) - TransLink Capital - [Trinity Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/trinity-ventures/) - Trinity Ventures - [True Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/true-ventures/) - True Ventures - [Tusk Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tusk-venture-partners/) - Tusk Venture Partners - [Two Bear Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/two-bear-capital/) - Two Bear Capital - [U.S. Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/u-s-venture-partners/) - U.S. Venture Partners - [Ulu Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ulu-ventures/) - Ulu Ventures - [Tech Square Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tech-square-ventures/) - Tech Square Ventures - [TechStars](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/techstars/) - TechStars - [Ten Eleven Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ten-eleven-venture-partners/) - Ten Eleven Venture Partners - [The Vertical Group](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/the-vertical-group/) - The Vertical Group - [Thomson Reuters Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/thomson-reuters-ventures/) - Thomson Reuters Ventures - [Threshold Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/threshold-ventures/) - Threshold Ventures - [Top Tier Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/top-tier-capital-partners/) - Top Tier Capital Partners - [Sutter Hill Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sutter-hill-ventures/) - Sutter Hill Ventures - [SV Angel](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sv-angel/) - SV Angel - [Synchrony Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/synchrony-ventures/) - Synchrony Ventures - [TCV](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tcv/) - TCV - [TDF Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tdf-ventures/) - TDF Ventures - [Tech Council Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/tech-council-ventures/) - Tech Council Ventures - [Sofinnova Investments](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sofinnova-investments/) - Sofinnova Investments - [Spectrum Equity](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/spectrum-equity/) - Spectrum Equity - [SRI Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sri-capital/) - SRI Capital - [Summit Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/summit-partners/) - Summit Partners - [Susquehanna Growth Equity](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/susquehanna-growth-equity/) - Susquehanna Growth Equity - [Scout Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/scout-ventures/) - Scout Ventures - [Sequoia Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sequoia-capital/) - Sequoia Capital - [Shadow Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/shadow-ventures/) - Shadow Ventures - [Shield Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/shield-capital/) - Shield Capital - [Sierra Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sierra-ventures/) - Sierra Ventures - [Slater Technology Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/slater-technology-fund/) - Slater Technology Fund - [Runway Growth Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/runway-growth-capital/) - Runway Growth Capital - [S3 Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/s3-ventures/) - S3 Ventures - [Salesforce Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/salesforce-ventures/) - Salesforce Ventures - [SAM Preccelerator](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sam-preccelerator/) - SAM Preccelerator - [Sanderling Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sanderling-ventures/) - Sanderling Ventures - [Sapphire Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/sapphire-partners/) - Sapphire Partners - [Scale Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/scale-venture-partners/) - Scale Venture Partners - [Renaissance Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/renaissance-ventures/) - Renaissance Ventures - [Renegade Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/renegade-partners/) - Renegade Partners - [Research Corporation Technologies](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/research-corporation-technologies/) - Research Corporation Technologies - [RET Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ret-ventures/) - RET Ventures - [Rev1 Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/rev1-ventures/) - Rev1 Ventures - [Revolution](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/revolution/) - Revolution - [Ridge Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ridge-ventures/) - Ridge Ventures - [Riphean Investments](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/riphean-investments/) - Riphean Investments - [RiverVest Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/rivervest-venture-partners/) - RiverVest Venture Partners - [Prelude Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/prelude-ventures/) - Prelude Ventures - [Presidio Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/presidio-ventures/) - Presidio Ventures - [Pritzker Group Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/pritzker-group-venture-capital/) - Pritzker Group Venture Capital - [PROOF](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/proof/) - PROOF - [Questa Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/questa-capital/) - Questa Capital - [Recast Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/recast-capital/) - Recast Capital - [Redpoint Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/redpoint-ventures/) - Redpoint Ventures - [Pelion Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/pelion-venture-partners/) - Pelion Venture Partners - [Piva Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/piva-capital/) - Piva Capital - [Playground Global](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/playground-global/) - Playground Global - [Polaris Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/polaris-partners/) - Polaris Partners - [Precursor Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/precursor-ventures/) - Precursor Ventures - [Ohio Innovation Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ohio-innovation-fund/) - Ohio Innovation Fund - [Omega Funds](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/omega-funds/) - Omega Funds - [Owl Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/owl-ventures/) - Owl Ventures - [Pappas Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/pappas-capital/) - Pappas Capital - [Paradigm](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/paradigm/) - Paradigm - [North Carolina Biotechnology Center](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/north-carolina-biotechnology-center/) - North Carolina Biotechnology Center - [Northern Light Development Corporation](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/northern-light-development-corporation/) - Northern Light Development Corporation - [Northpond Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/northpond-ventures/) - Northpond Ventures - [Norwest Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/norwest-venture-partners/) - Norwest Venture Partners - [Novartis Venture Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/novartis-venture-fund/) - Novartis Venture Fund - [Novo Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/novo-ventures/) - Novo Ventures - [NVIDIA](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/nvidia/) - NVIDIA - [Oak HC/FT](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/oak-hc-ft/) - Oak HC/FT - [Oak Investment Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/oak-investment-partners/) - Oak Investment Partners - [OCA Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/oca-ventures/) - OCA Ventures - [Needham Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/needham-capital-partners/) - Needham Capital Partners - [New Enterprise Associates](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/new-enterprise-associates/) - New Enterprise Associates - [Next Frontier Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/next-frontier-capital/) - Next Frontier Capital - [NewBuild.VC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/newbuild-vc/) - NewBuild.VC - [NewView Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/newview-capital/) - NewView Capital - [NGEN Partners LLC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ngen-partners-llc/) - NGEN Partners LLC - [NGP Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ngp-capital/) - NGP Capital - [Mindset Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mindset-venture-capital/) - Mindset Venture Capital - [Mission Biocapital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mission-biocapital/) - Mission Biocapital - [Moderne](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/moderne/) - Moderne - [Moneta Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/moneta-ventures/) - Moneta Ventures - [Monozukuri Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/monozukuri-ventures/) - Monozukuri Ventures - [Moore Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/moore-venture-partners/) - Moore Venture Partners - [Morgenthaler Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/morgenthaler-ventures/) - Morgenthaler Ventures - [Munich Re Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/munich-re-ventures/) - Munich Re Ventures - [National Grid Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/national-grid-ventures/) - National Grid Ventures - [Mayfield Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mayfield-fund/) - Mayfield Fund - [Medical Excellence Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/medical-excellence-capital/) - Medical Excellence Capital - [Menlo Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/menlo-ventures/) - Menlo Ventures - [Meritech Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/meritech-capital-partners/) - Meritech Capital Partners - [Mercury Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mercury-fund/) - Mercury Fund - [MFV Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mfv-partners/) - MFV Partners - [Miami University Redhawk Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/miami-university-redhawk-ventures/) - Miami University Redhawk Ventures - [Mighty Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mighty-capital/) - Mighty Capital - [Longitude Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/longitude-capital/) - Longitude Capital - [Lux Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lux-capital/) - Lux Capital - [Lontra Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lontra-ventures/) - Lontra Ventures - [M12](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/m12/) - M12 - [Mark IV Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/mark-iv-capital/) - Mark IV Capital - [Maryland TEDCO](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/maryland-tedco/) - Maryland TEDCO - [Matrix Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/matrix-partners/) - Matrix Partners - [Material Impact](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/material-impact/) - Material Impact - [Lavrock Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lavrock-ventures/) - Lavrock Ventures - [Left Lane](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/left-lane/) - Left Lane - [Lerer Hippeau Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lerer-hippeau-ventures/) - Lerer Hippeau Ventures - [Lightspeed Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lightspeed-venture-partners/) - Lightspeed Venture Partners - [Lightstone Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lightstone-ventures/) - Lightstone Ventures - [Little Bristol Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/little-bristol-partners/) - Little Bristol Partners - [Lockheed Martin Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lockheed-martin-ventures/) - Lockheed Martin Ventures - [Lombardstreet Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lombardstreet-ventures/) - Lombardstreet Ventures - [Kickstart Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/kickstart-fund/) - Kickstart Fund - [Kirenaga Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/kirenaga-partners/) - Kirenaga Partners - [Kleiner Perkins](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/kleiner-perkins/) - Kleiner Perkins - [Kline Hill Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/kline-hill-partners/) - Kline Hill Partners - [Lauder Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/lauder-partners/) - Lauder Partners - [JAZZ Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/jazz-venture-partners/) - JAZZ Venture Partners - [JetBlue Technology Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/jetblue-technology-ventures/) - JetBlue Technology Ventures - [JMI Equity](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/jmi-equity/) - JMI Equity - [JobsOhio Growth Capital Fund](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/jobsohio-growth-capital-fund/) - JobsOhio Growth Capital Fund - [Juvo Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/juvo-ventures/) - Juvo Ventures - [Keiretsu Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/keiretsu-capital/) - Keiretsu Capital - [Keyhorse Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/keyhorse-capital/) - Keyhorse Capital - [Illuminate Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/illuminate-ventures/) - Illuminate Ventures - [Initialized Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/initialized-capital/) - Initialized Capital - [Inner Loop Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/inner-loop-capital/) - Inner Loop Capital - [Insight Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/insight-partners/) - Insight Partners - [In-Q-Tel Inc.](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/in-q-tel-inc/) - In-Q-Tel Inc. - [Intel Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/intel-capital/) - Intel Capital - [Intersouth Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/intersouth-partners/) - Intersouth Partners - [InterWest Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/interwest-partners/) - InterWest Partners - [IVP](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ivp/) - IVP - [How Women Invest](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/how-women-invest/) - How Women Invest - [Hyde Park Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/hyde-park-venture-partners/) - Hyde Park Venture Partners - [IBM Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ibm-ventures/) - IBM Ventures - [Icon Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/icon-ventures/) - Icon Ventures - [Illumina Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/illumina-ventures/) - Illumina Ventures - [Harbert Growth Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/harbert-growth-partners/) - Harbert Growth Partners - [Hatzimemos/Libby](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/hatzimemos-libby/) - Hatzimemos/Libby - [Health Wildcatters](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/health-wildcatters/) - Health Wildcatters - [High Alpha](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/high-alpha/) - High Alpha - [Greycroft](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/greycroft/) - Greycroft - [Grotech Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/grotech-ventures/) - Grotech Ventures - [Grove Street Advisors](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/grove-street-advisors/) - Grove Street Advisors - [GSR Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/gsr-ventures/) - GSR Ventures - [GV](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/gv/) - GV - [Fulcrum Equity Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/fulcrum-equity-partners/) - Fulcrum Equity Partners - [Funders Club Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/funders-club-management/) - Funders Club Management - [G Squared](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/g-squared/) - G Squared - [General Catalyst Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/general-catalyst-partners/) - General Catalyst Partners - [Glasswing Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/glasswing-ventures/) - Glasswing Ventures - [Glynn Capital Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/glynn-capital-management/) - Glynn Capital Management - [Golden Seeds](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/golden-seeds/) - Golden Seeds - [First Round Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/first-round-capital/) - First Round Capital - [Flare Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/flare-capital-partners/) - Flare Capital Partners - [Floodgate](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/floodgate/) - Floodgate - [Forerunner Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/forerunner-ventures/) - Forerunner Ventures - [ForgePoint Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/forgepoint-capital/) - ForgePoint Capital - [Forte Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/forte-ventures/) - Forte Ventures - [Foundation Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/foundation-capital/) - Foundation Capital - [Foundry](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/foundry/) - Foundry - [F-Prime Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/f-prime-capital-partners/) - F-Prime Capital Partners - [Emergence Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/emergence-capital-partners/) - Emergence Capital Partners - [Empire State Development – New York Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/empire-state-development-new-york-ventures/) - Empire State Development – New York Ventures - [Evans Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/evans-capital/) - Evans Capital - [Everest Group](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/everest-group/) - Everest Group - [Felicis Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/felicis-ventures/) - Felicis Ventures - [Fin Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/fin-capital/) - Fin Capital - [Dell Technologies Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/dell-technologies-capital/) - Dell Technologies Capital - [Detroit Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/detroit-venture-partners/) - Detroit Venture Partners - [Differential Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/differential-ventures/) - Differential Ventures - [DigitalDx Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/digitaldx-ventures/) - DigitalDx Ventures - [Drive Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/drive-capital/) - Drive Capital - [eLab Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/elab-ventures/) - eLab Ventures - [Elephant Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/elephant-venture-capital/) - Elephant Venture Capital - [Elm Street Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/elm-street-ventures/) - Elm Street Ventures - [CureDuchenne](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cureduchenne/) - CureDuchenne - [DBL Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/dbl-partners/) - DBL Partners - [DCM Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/dcm-ventures/) - DCM Ventures - [DCVC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/dcvc/) - DCVC - [Deciens Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/deciens-capital/) - Deciens Capital - [Deerfield Management Company](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/deerfield-management-company/) - Deerfield Management Company - [Context Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/context-ventures/) - Context Ventures - [Cortado Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cortado-ventures/) - Cortado Ventures - [Costanoa Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/costanoa-ventures/) - Costanoa Ventures - [Cottonwood Technology](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cottonwood-technology/) - Cottonwood Technology - [Craft Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/craft-ventures/) - Craft Ventures - [Cross Creek Advisors](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cross-creek-advisors/) - Cross Creek Advisors - [Crosslink Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/crosslink-capital/) - Crosslink Capital - [CRV](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/crv/) - CRV - [Chingona Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/chingona-ventures/) - Chingona Ventures - [CincyTech](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cincytech/) - CincyTech - [Citi Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/citi-ventures/) - Citi Ventures - [Columbia Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/columbia-capital/) - Columbia Capital - [Comcast Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/comcast-ventures/) - Comcast Ventures - [Congruent Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/congruent-ventures/) - Congruent Ventures - [Canvas Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/canvas-ventures/) - Canvas Ventures - [CapitalG](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/capitalg/) - CapitalG - [Cardinal Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cardinal-partners/) - Cardinal Partners - [CareQuest Innovation Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/carequest-innovation-partners/) - CareQuest Innovation Partners - [Catalyst Health Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/catalyst-health-ventures/) - Catalyst Health Ventures - [Catalyst Investors](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/catalyst-investors/) - Catalyst Investors - [Centana Growth Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/centana-growth-partners/) - Centana Growth Partners - [CerraCap Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/cerracap-ventures/) - CerraCap Ventures - [Chevron Technology Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/chevron-technology-ventures/) - Chevron Technology Ventures - [Bold Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bold-capital-partners/) - Bold Capital Partners - [Bond Capital Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bond-capital-management/) - Bond Capital Management - [Borealis Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/borealis-ventures/) - Borealis Ventures - [Branded Strategic Hospitality](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/branded-strategic-hospitality/) - Branded Strategic Hospitality - [Breakthrough Energy Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/breakthrough-energy-ventures/) - Breakthrough Energy Ventures - [Buckhill Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/buckhill-capital/) - Buckhill Capital - [Canaan Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/canaan-partners/) - Canaan Partners - [Battery Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/battery-ventures/) - Battery Ventures - [Ben Franklin Technology Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ben-franklin-technology-partners/) - Ben Franklin Technology Partners - [Benchmark](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/benchmark/) - Benchmark - [Bessemer Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bessemer-venture-partners/) - Bessemer Venture Partners - [BHP Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/bhp-ventures/) - BHP Ventures - [BioGenerator](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/biogenerator/) - BioGenerator - [Atlas Venture](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/atlas-venture/) - Atlas Venture - [August Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/august-capital/) - August Capital - [aVenture](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/aventure/) - aVenture - [B Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/b-capital/) - B Capital - [Ballistic Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ballistic-ventures/) - Ballistic Ventures - [Arboretum Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/arboretum-ventures/) - Arboretum Ventures - [ARCH Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/arch-venture-partners/) - ARCH Venture Partners - [Aretê Corporation](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/arete-corporation/) - Aretê Corporation - [Artis Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/artis-ventures/) - Artis Ventures - [Asset Management Company](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/asset-management-company/) - Asset Management Company - [Ascension Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/ascension-ventures/) - Ascension Ventures - [At One Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/at-one-ventures/) - At One Ventures - [Airbus Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/airbus-ventures/) - Airbus Ventures - [All Seasons Capital Management](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/all-seasons-capital-management/) - All Seasons Capital Management - [Alsop Louie Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/alsop-louie-partners/) - Alsop Louie Partners - [Altira Group LLC](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/altira-group-llc/) - Altira Group LLC - [Altos Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/altos-ventures/) - Altos Ventures - [Amazon](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/amazon/) - Amazon - [American Express Ventures](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/american-express-ventures/) - American Express Ventures - [Amplify Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/amplify-partners/) - Amplify Partners - [Andreessen Horowitz](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/andreessen-horowitz/) - Andreessen Horowitz - [Accel](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/accel/) - Accel - [Accomplice](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/accomplice/) - Accomplice - [Activate Capital](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/activate-capital/) - Activate Capital - [Activate Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/nvca-members/activate-venture-partners/) - Activate Venture Partners - 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The A&M System is a powerhouse of research and - [Chief Investment Officer](https://nvca.org/careers/chief-investment-officer/) - About the Organization ICA Fund, formerly known as Inner City Advisors, is a nonprofit organization based in Oakland, California, dedicated to accelerating small businesses to catalyze growth and wealth creation for communities in the Bay Area. Established in 1996, ICA provides coaching, connections, and capital to entrepreneurs in the San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on - [Manager, Data Operations – Salesforce/Marketing Cloud Certified- NVCA](https://nvca.org/careers/manager-data-operations-salesforce-marketing-cloud-certified-nvca/) - Washington D.C. - IN OFFICE Are you a certified Salesforce pro who loves clean data, seamless systems, and making an impact across teams? NVCA—the voice of the U.S. venture capital industry—is looking for a Data Operations Manager to lead our Salesforce CRM and Marketing Cloud, powering smarter decisions and deeper engagement across our industry, membership, - [Chief Investment Officer- InBC Investment Corporation](https://nvca.org/careers/chief-investment-officer-inbc-investment-corporation/) - Vancouver, BC Created in 2021 by the Government of BC, InBC Investment Corporation (“InBC”) was established as an independent Crown Corporation with a $500 million strategic investment fund to provide a source of local and long‑term capital for small and medium‑sized businesses. InBC’s vision is to catalyze a more prosperous, sustainable and inclusive future for - [Analyst](https://nvca.org/careers/analyst/) - Job Title: Venture Capital Analyst, Keyhorse Capital Company: Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation (KSTC), specifically the Keyhorse Capital initiative Location: Kentucky. While remote or hybrid work arrangements are flexible, candidates must be based in Kentucky. We prefer candidates to be located in or near Louisville, Lexington, or Northern Kentucky. Reports to: Kelby Price, Executive Director - [Senior Investor](https://nvca.org/careers/senior-investor/) - Hanwha Asset Management is a global financial asset manager with multiple locations, including Singapore, Korea, and the U.S. We serve institutional clients with our multi-asset business model with about $90B of AUM. We seek investment talents who want to change the world with founders and invest in technologies making us pursue a better life for - [General Counsel / Chief Compliance Officer - Advaita Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/general-counsel-chief-compliance-officer-advaita-capital/) - Job Title: General Counsel / Chief Compliance Officer (“GC/CCO”) Location: Boston/NYC/SF Compensation: Competitive The Firm: Advaita Capital is a late/growth equity firm. We invest in late-stage deep technology companies driving transformative advancements for humanity. Our firm specializes in both primary and secondary transactions, supporting visionary entrepreneurs at critical growth inflection points backed by powerful global institutional - [Venture Capital Associate, S3 Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/venture-capital-associate/) - S3 Ventures is the largest venture capital firm focused on Texas. Backed by a philanthropic, multi-billion-dollar family for nearly two decades, we empower great entrepreneurs with the patient capital and true resources required to grow extraordinary, high-impact companies in Business Technology, Consumer Digital Experiences, and Healthcare Technology. With more than $900M in assets under management, - [Jr. Venture Analyst, JobsOhio Growth Capital Fund](https://nvca.org/careers/jr-venture-analyst-jobsohio-growth-capital-fund/) - About JobsOhio JobsOhio is a private, nonprofit corporation designed to drive job creation and new capital investment in Ohio through business attraction, retention and expansion efforts. Economic development is about creating a place where companies can thrive, and individuals can enjoy a higher standard of living. JobsOhio plays a leading role in economic development and - [Head of Investor Relations, Hanwha Asset Management](https://nvca.org/careers/head-of-investor-relations/) - Hanwha Asset Management is a global financial asset manager with multiple locations, including Singapore, Korea, and the U.S. We serve institutional clients with our multi-asset business model with about $90B of AUM. We seek investment talents who want to change the world with founders and invest in technologies making us pursue a better life for - [Associate](https://nvca.org/careers/associate/) - ABOUT GREYCROFT Greycroft is a multistage venture capital firm that partners with entrepreneurs who are striving to build category-defining companies across intelligent consumer and enterprise software applications, AI infrastructure, sustainability, and consumer brands. Founded in 2006, Greycroft has raised over $3 billion in capital and has made over 400 investments since inception. In 2023, The - [VP of Finance - Advaita Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/vp-of-finance-advaita-capital/) - Advaita Capital is a growth-stage venture fund investing in deep technologies such as generative AI, robotics, semiconductors, and etc. About the position: The role will act as a liaison between our fund operations, compliance, tax teams and work closely with higher management and Partners in the fund. Will be responsible for managing 6+ funds. This - [Member, Corporate Board of Directors - InnoCom Bio Equities](https://nvca.org/careers/member-corporate-board-of-directors-innocom-bio-equities/) - InnoCom Bio Equities, Inc. is a Life Science Investment Manager working with FDA Phase I and II pharmaceutical and therapeutic portfolio companies. It is unique in that it works with companies that have completed their Pre-clinical work and takes them through to its contacts in Big Pharma at Phase III. Along the way, it looks - [Senior Director of New Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/senior-director-of-new-ventures/) - Search for the Senior Director of New Ventures Texas A&M Innovation College Station, Texas Texas A&M Innovation invites applications and nominations for the inaugural role of Senior Director of New Ventures. This position will be instrumental in driving innovation across The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS or System) by accelerating the launch of - [Analyst/Associate - Zero Infinity Partners](https://nvca.org/careers/analyst-associate-zero-infinity-partners/) - Zero Infinity Partners (“ZIP”) was founded in 2022 to provide capital and expertise to early-stage companies disrupting the global infrastructure space – through innovation, digitization, and decarbonization. Focus sectors include energy, power, mobility, supply chain, telecom, waste, water, and carbon. ZIP is currently investing out of its Fund I with an early-stage venture strategy – - [Associate - .406 Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/associate-406-ventures/) - We are .406 Ventures, a Boston-based venture capital partnership that focuses on early-stage investing in three enterprise-focused verticals: healthcare, data & cloud, and cybersecurity. We are passionate about finding and supporting the world’s best founders as they build game-changing companies that solve critical challenges in our focus areas. You are a self-starter with a strong work ethic - [Fund Operations Associate (San Francisco) - Scrum Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/fund-operations-associate-san-francisco-scrum-ventures/) - Job description Scrum Ventures is an early-stage venture firm based in San Francisco with a growing Tokyo office. With entrepreneurial expertise and a strong network in Japan, we actively support portfolio global growth and success. We are looking for a Fund Operations Associate to join the strong, existing finance team. The Fund Operations Associate will report directly - [Principal - Biotechnology- In-Q-Tel](https://nvca.org/careers/principal-biotechnology-in-q-tel/) - Principals are responsible for developing In-Q-Tel’s portfolio. Specifically, Principals are expected to identify and target companies of interest to In-Q-Tel and our Intelligence Community Partners, helping to negotiate complex equity and technology delivery transactions, provide ongoing support to In-Q-Tel portfolio companies and help coordinate the research efforts. The Principal will represent IQT as a Board - [Partner - Biotechnology- In-Q-Tel](https://nvca.org/careers/partner-biotechnology-in-q-tel/) - Partners are responsible for developing In-Q-Tel’s portfolio. Specifically, Partners are expected to identify and target companies of interest to In-Q-Tel and our Intelligence Community Partners, helping to negotiate complex equity and technology delivery transactions, provide ongoing support to In-Q-Tel portfolio companies and coordinate research efforts.The Partner will represent IQT as a Board of Directors observer - [Venture Capital Investment Analyst-MassMutual Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/venture-capital-investment-analyst-massmutual-ventures/) - To help us achieve our mission, we are hiring a Venture Capital Investment Analyst to join our team for a 2-year program. The Team At MassMutual Ventures, we invest in early-stage companies with the potential to reshape their markets. MMV combines an experienced venture capital investment team with the global reach of a Fortune 100 - [Healthcare Associate (Pre-MBA) - B Capital Group](https://nvca.org/careers/healthcare-associate-pre-mba-b-capital-group/) - B Capital is looking for a pre-MBA Associate for the Healthcare Team who has an incredible drive to assist in the investment process from end-to-end. Primary responsibilities will be helping identify new healthcare investment opportunities through research-driven sourcing, researching markets and sector trends, evaluating deals, and conducting detailed business and financial due diligence. The individual - [Principal Investor (Early Stage Focus) - B Capital Group](https://nvca.org/careers/principal-investor-early-stage-focus-b-capital-group/) - At B Capital Ascent, we are looking for Principals who can source new early-stage investment opportunities, lead investment analyses and decisions, and help manage our growing portfolio. The Principal will manage deal teams, diligence processes, and founder relationships, coordinate syndication and negotiate terms for financings, advise portfolio companies with respect to operational activities, and develop - [Fund Accounting Manager – B Capital Group](https://nvca.org/careers/fund-accounting-manager-b-capital-group/) - B Capital is seeking a Finance Manager that is capable of taking additional responsibilities on from the team as the position progresses. This position is a great opportunity to gain a broad range of experience within a growing venture capital firm. The position will primarily be focused on fund accounting, portfolio company reporting, quarterly valuations, - [Principal – Roble Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/principal-roble-ventures/) - About Roble Ventures Roble Ventures is an early-stage venture capital and seed fund investing $500k to $2 million in entrepreneurs who are passionate about building solutions and companies that help human progress, the future of work, edtech, and diversity and inclusion. Founded by Sergio Monsalve, former ex-Partner at Norwest Ventures, our firm has a proven - [Fintech VP - Citi Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/fintech-vp-citi-ventures/) - Citi Ventures (“CV”) focuses on identifying and investing in entrepreneurs who will help define the future of financial services. CV seeks to invest in distinctive fintech startups and to be a value-added investor by identifying opportunities for the startup to engage with Citi and/or Citi's clients which may help the startup refine its products and - [Community Manager - Bessemer Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/careers/community-manager-bessemer-venture-partners/) - Bessemer Venture Partners is searching for a Community Manager to support our growing Platform and Community team. In this role, you will report to our VP of Platform and Community. You will interact directly with some of the brightest entrepreneurs and investors, helping our Bessemer portfolio companies grow faster and more effectively. We are a - [Capital Associate - Launch Tennessee](https://nvca.org/careers/capital-associate-launch-tennessee/) - Context: LaunchTN aims to make Tennessee the best state in the nation for startups by empowering a high-functioning network of resources focused on core priorities that support Tennessee’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Partnering with entrepreneur centers in 7 regions, four state-wide industry partners that run mentor networks, and a veterans entrepreneur organization Bunker Labs, we facilitate collaboration - [Head of Legal and Compliance - Toyota Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/head-of-legal-and-compliance-toyota-ventures/) - Founded in 2017, Toyota Ventures is a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm with more than $500M assets under management that invests in early-stage startups around the world in frontier and climate technologies. We are on a mission to discover what’s next for Toyota by helping startups bring ground-breaking technologies and business models to market quickly. - [Investment Team Member, Digital Asset Fund (NY) - White Star Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/investment-team-member-digital-asset-fund-ny-white-star-capital/) - You will be joining a global crypto-native investment team of experienced early stage VCs, financial experts, quantitative researchers, and web3 operators who have actively advised and invested in blockchain companies since 2015. We partner with visionary founders who build for the billions of internet users globally so that we can experience a more open and - [Senior Partner, Tech Services & Network Management - JumpStart, Inc.](https://nvca.org/careers/senior-partner-tech-services-network-management-jumpstart-inc/) - About JumpStart Inc. JumpStart is a non-profit venture development organization whose mission is to unlock the full potential of entrepreneurship to transform entire communities. Our vision is to collaborate with partners to generate dramatically improved and inclusive economic outcomes by supporting diverse entrepreneurs, optimizing entrepreneurial ecosystems, and accelerating innovation. Key to JumpStart’s success is its ability to leverage the - [Operations Trader and Portfolio Administrator - Glynn Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/operations-trader-and-portfolio-administrator-glynn-capital/) - About the firm: Glynn Capital is focused on investments in leading private and public technology growth companies. We seek to be long-term investors in a limited number of excellent companies with world-class management teams, attractive business models, and long-term growth potential. More about our firm can be found at glynncapital.com. Background: We are looking for an - [2023 Venture Capital Investments Summer Analyst - StepStone Group](https://nvca.org/careers/2023-venture-capital-investments-summer-analyst-stepstone-group/) - StepStone is a rapidly growing Global Private Markets firm who provides customized investment and advisory solutions to some of the most sophisticated investors in the world. With $570 billion of total capital allocations, including $134 billion in AUM, we are highly diversified in the private markets across the globe and provide creative solutions to solve - [Deal Partner, Growth (Health) - Andreessen Horowitz](https://nvca.org/careers/deal-partner-growth-health-andreessen-horowitz/) - About the job Founded in Silicon Valley in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, Andreessen Horowitz (known as "a16z") is a venture capital firm that backs bold entrepreneurs building the future through technology. We are stage agnostic: We invest in seed to venture to late-stage technology companies, across bio + healthcare, consumer, crypto, enterprise, - [Controller - High Alpha](https://nvca.org/careers/controller-high-alpha-2/) - At High Alpha, we partner with exceptional founders to conceive, launch, and scale next-generation B2B SaaS companies through the application of business strategy, world-class design, and product development. We design new businesses from the ground up by providing the critical research, infrastructure, talent, and resources that companies need to innovate and scale quickly. High Alpha - [Junior Infrastructure Investor - Headline](https://nvca.org/careers/junior-infrastructure-investor-headline/) - High-level: Source and speak to the most exciting developer-focused tech start-ups across the globe. Detail: Headline is hiring an investor who will be supporting our early and growth investment teams by sourcing and speaking to the most promising start-ups to help us determine their fit as an investment prospect for Headline. The individual we are - [Communications Manager - General Catalyst](https://nvca.org/careers/communications-manager-general-catalyst/) - The (Communications Manager) will play a critical role on the General Catalyst Marketing team, elevating the firm’s brand and increasing awareness of portfolio companies through creative and timely execution of funding announcements. You will collaborate with founders and their teams on everything from funding announcements to media training and at key moments delivering and imparting - [Operations Manager - Plexo Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/operations-manager-plexo-capital/) - Plexo Capital is looking for an Operations Manager to join the team. Plexo Capital is an investment manager focused on venture capital. The firm was incubated and spun out from GV (Google Ventures), based on a strategy to increase access to early-stage deal flow. Plexo Capital invests in emerging seed-stage venture capital funds, led by - [Operating Value Associate - Fin Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/operating-value-associate-fin-capital/) - Role Description: We are actively hiring a new Operating Value Associate to join our team. The Operating Value Associate will be responsible for assisting the Head of Operating Value with: Portfolio Business Development Engage and nurture Fin Capital’s existing global network of Fortune 500 companies Identify how to best reach potential portfolio company customers and partners through Fin - [Investment Associate - Fin Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/investment-associate-fin-capital/) - Fin Capital is a full lifecycle global asset manager exclusively focused on FinTech software. We invest from pre-seed to pre-IPO along with the public markets. As ESG investors, we seek impact on several dimensions and our mission is to build a long-term legacy for our investors, founders, firm and team members – the "Fin Family." - [Investment Analyst - Fin Capital](https://nvca.org/careers/investment-analyst-fin-capital/) - Fin Capital is a full lifecycle global asset manager exclusively focused on FinTech software. We invest from pre-seed to pre-IPO along with the public markets. As ESG investors, we seek impact on several dimensions and our mission is to build a long-term legacy for our investors, founders, firm and team members – the "Fin Family." - [Vice President, Marketing - Top Tier Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/careers/vice-president-marketing-top-tier-capital-partners/) - Position Overview: Top Tier Capital Partners (“TTCP” or the “Company”), an asset management firm specializing in venture capital investments, is seeking a Vice President of Capital & Partner Solutions (“CPS”) in its San Francisco office. The Vice President will lead Top Tier’s marketing and production efforts, e.g. fund marketing documents, AGM/webinar materials, data-room management, conference-related - [Marketing & Communications Associate - Canvas Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/marketing-communications-associate-canvas-ventures/) - Founded in 2013, Canvas Ventures is a boutique venture capital firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area with $835 million in assets under management. Canvas leads Series A investments in key areas including Fintech, Digital Health, Marketplaces, and Logistics. We follow a thesis-driven approach to investing, scouting and securing fields ripe for disruption. Our - [Associate, Investment Team - Altos Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/associate-investment-team-altos-ventures/) - About Altos Ventures Founded in 1996, Altos Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley. Through patient and pragmatic investing, Altos partners with early to growth stage technology companies operating in consumer and enterprise sectors, with the goal of building durable and compounding businesses over decades. As a registered investment advisor (RIA) with the SEC, Altos has a - [Vice President, Sales (San Francisco) - Top Tier Capital Partners](https://nvca.org/careers/vice-president-sales-san-francisco-top-tier-capital-partners/) - Position Overview: Top Tier Capital Partners (“TTCP” or the “Company”), an asset management firm specializing in venture capital investments, is seeking a Vice President of Capital & Partner Solutions (“CPS”) in its San Francisco office. The Vice President will support Top Tier’s distribution presence in North America and focus primarily on the following geographies: the - [Investment Team Associate - Tech Square Ventures](https://nvca.org/careers/investment-team-associate-tech-square-ventures/) - Tech Square Ventures is a leading early-stage venture capital firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. We partner with visionary entrepreneurs and help them with what they need most – access to markets and customers. As one of the largest and most active seed funds in the Southeast, we aim to be the top destination for enterprise - [Senior Investment Associate - Legacy Venture](https://nvca.org/careers/senior-investment-associate-legacy-venture/) - Legacy Venture is a mission-driven venture capital fund of funds, selecting the very best technology venture capital investment firms for our investors. We invest in VCs who invest in tech startups. Since our founding 23 years ago, with ten funds invested, we have consistently outperformed the venture capital benchmarks. In addition to these strong financial - [Venture Principal, Corporate Investing - Mach49](https://nvca.org/careers/venture-principal-corporate-investing-mach49/) - Mach49 is a Growth Incubator for global businesses. We partner with our clients to disrupt existing markets and create new ones through a strategic mix of incubations, corporate venturing, targeted M&A, and partnerships. Our Disrupting Outside-In (DOI) team operates as long-term Partners-in-Residence for both emerging and established venture capital funds launched by corporates, family offices, - [Content and Community Manager / Director](https://nvca.org/careers/content-and-community-manager-director/) - Job Title: Content and Community Manager / Director Reports to: Executive Director Location: San Francisco, CA Prepared Date: 2/16/2022 Note: Title and compensation are commensurate with experience SUMMARY Venture Forward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, focused on shaping a stronger, healthier future for the U.S. venture capital (VC) ecosystem. Venture Forward was launched in June ## Press Releases - [NVCA Announces HistoSonics as 2025 Startup Innovator](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-announces-histosonics-as-2025-startup-innovator/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 12, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is proud to announce HistoSonics as the winner of its 2025 Startup Innovator award. “HistoSonics is a shining example of the entrepreneurial ecosystem at its best,” said NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin. “It all started with - [NVCA Statement on the Passing of James Morgan ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-the-passing-of-james-morgan/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 29, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the passing of Jim Morgan: “We join the venture community in mourning the loss of James Morgan, a former NVCA Board Chair and steadfast champion of FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 29, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the passing of Jim Morgan: “We join the venture community in mourning the loss of James Morgan, a former NVCA Board Chair and steadfast champion of - [NVCA Releases 2025 Updates to Model Legal Documents](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-releases-2025-updates-to-model-legal-documents/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 2, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announced today it has updated five of its model legal documents, which are freely available to venture investors, startups, and other stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The latest revisions address evolving market norms around key deal terms and - [NVCA Statement on the Passing of Bill Egan ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-the-passing-of-bill-egan/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the passing of Bill Egan: "We are saddened by the passing of Bill Egan, a true pioneer and visionary in our industry. Bill not - [NVCA Cheers House Passage of JOBS and Investor Confidence Act of 2018](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-cheers-house-passage-jobs-investor-confidence-act-2018/) - WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) applauds today’s passage of the JOBS and Investor Confidence Act of 2018 in the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 406-4. The bill includes a number of provisions that will support capital formation for U.S. growth companies. These pro-innovation provisions include relief - [NVCA Statement on AI Action Plan ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-ai-action-plan/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 24, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the release of the Trump Administration’s AI Action Plan: "Venture capital is fueling the AI revolution, backing the startups driving breakthroughs across critical sectors like national - [NVCA Statement on FinCEN’s Two-Year AML Pause ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-fincens-two-year-aml-pause/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 21, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announcing a two-year delay of the final rule requiring Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs and Suspicious - [NVCA Statement on House Passage of Crypto Legislation ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-house-passage-of-crypto-legislation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the House voted to pass the GENIUS Act, the CLARITY Act, and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act: “Today is a pivotal moment in the effort to establish a - [NVCA Statement on the Confirmation of Scott Kupor as OPM Director ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-the-confirmation-of-scott-kupor-as-opm-director/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 9, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Scott Kupor, a longtime venture capital industry leader and former Chair of the NVCA Board, as Director of the Office of Personnel - [NVCA Statement on Final Passage of Reconciliation Bill](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-final-passage-of-reconciliation-bill/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the House of Representatives voted to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, following yesterday’s Senate approval, sending the legislation to the President’s desk: "The One Big Beautiful Bill Act recognizes that high-risk, long-term - [NVCA Statement on Bipartisan House Passage of Capital Access Bills ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-bipartisan-house-passage-of-capital-access-bills/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the House voted to pass the Helping Angels Lead Our Startups (HALOS) Act, the Fair Investment Opportunities for Professional Experts Act, and the Encouraging Local Emerging Ventures and - [NVCA Statement on GENIUS Act Passage](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-genius-act-passage/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 16, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the Senate voted to pass the GENIUS Act: “The Senate’s passage of the bipartisan GENIUS Act represents a major step forward in providing a clear and consistent regulatory framework for - [NVCA Unveils Winners of the 2023 Venture Capital Awards](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-unveils-winners-of-the-2023-venture-capital-awards/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 4, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: press@nvca.org SAN FRANCISCO –The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) revealed today the early visionaries, current-day leaders, and next generation of changemakers to be honored at its 50th anniversary Leadership Gala next Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco. The winners from California, Utah, - [NVCA Celebrates 2025 Leadership Awards Honorees](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-celebrates-2025-leadership-awards-honorees/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org Commemorates Venture Forward’s Five-Year Anniversary SAN FRANCISCO –This evening, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) will recognize outstanding leaders in the venture capital (VC) and startup ecosystems at the 2025 NVCA Leadership Awards Dinner in Menlo Park, California. At the event, NVCA will also commemorate the - [NVCA Appoints Vineeta Agarwala as New Board Chair](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-appoints-vineeta-agarwala-as-new-board-chair/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announced that Vineeta Agarwala, MD, PhD, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, will serve as the Chair of the NVCA Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term. “Vineeta brings a unique and powerful perspective as both a venture - [NVCA Applauds Introduction of CLARITY Act ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-applauds-introduction-of-clarity-act/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org Washington, D.C. — National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President & CEO Bobby Franklin released the following statement on the introduction of the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by House Committee on Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (R-AR). “By establishing a clear - [NVCA Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan R&D Expensing Bill ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-applauds-introduction-of-bipartisan-rd-expensing-bill/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 7, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org Washington, D.C. — National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President & CEO Bobby Franklin released the following statement on the introduction of the American Innovation and Jobs Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-IN) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH). "This bipartisan bill is a critical - [NVCA Statement on GENIUS Act Negotiations ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-genius-act-negotiations/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 5, 2025 Contact: Evan Keller Email: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s ongoing deliberations on the GENIUS Act: “We urge the Senate to continue working in good faith to resolve outstanding differences and advance the bipartisan - [NVCA Announces 2025 Startup Champion Award Winners ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-announces-2025-startup-champion-award-winners/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 30, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org Washington, D.C. — The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 Startup Champion Award, which honors elected officials who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting innovation across the United States. The 2025 NVCA Startup - [New Reforms to Volcker Rule will Help Build New Companies Across America](https://nvca.org/press_releases/new-reforms-to-volcker-rule-will-help-build-new-companies-across-america/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2020 Contact: Cassie Ann Kiggen Phone: 202-864-5923 Email: ckiggen@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is thrilled to see a final rule released by several agencies intended to remove a needless regulatory barrier that has limited bank participation in venture capital funds. The revisions to the Volcker - [NVCA Statement on Paul Atkins' Confirmation as SEC Chair ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-paul-atkins-confirmation-as-sec-chair/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 9, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Paul Atkins as the next Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): "NVCA is confident that Chair Atkins will usher - [NVCA Releases 2025 Yearbook Showcasing 2024 VC Trends](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-releases-2025-yearbook-showcasing-2024-vc-trends/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 27, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today released its highly anticipated National Venture Capital Association’s (NVCA) 2025 Yearbook, with data provided by PitchBook. This year’s edition highlights key trends in the industry, underscoring both the continued strength of the venture capital industry and the - [Diem-Mi Lu Joins NVCA as Vice President, Government Affairs ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/diem-mi-lu-joins-nvca-as-vice-president-government-affairs/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Diem-Mi Lu as Vice President, Government Affairs. Her arrival further strengthens NVCA advocacy efforts to ensure that the venture capital industry and entrepreneurs have a powerful voice in Washington. “Diem-Mi’s - [NVCA Statement on Crypto CRA Vote ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-crypto-cra-vote/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 4, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Senate voted to roll back a recent U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rule that requires cryptocurrency brokers operating in decentralized finance to collect information - [NVCA Congratulates Howard Lutnick on His Confirmation as Commerce Secretary ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-congratulates-howard-lutnick-on-his-confirmation-as-commerce-secretary/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 18, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Howard Lutnick as the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce: "A strong Commerce Department fosters a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem that - [NVCA Congratulates Brian Quintenz on His Nomination to Lead the CFTC ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-congratulates-brian-quintenz-on-his-nomination-to-lead-the-cftc/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 12, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to President Trump nominating Brian Quintenz to be the next Chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC): “Brian Quintenz’s extensive government and venture experience will - [NVCA Announces 2025 Venture Vanguard Class ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-announces-2025-venture-vanguard-class/) - Honorees to Be Recognized at the 2025 NVCA Leadership Awards Dinner on June 5 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 13, 2025 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is proud to announce Howard Morgan, Chris Rizik, and Ann Winblad as members of the 2025 Venture Vanguard class. “The 2025 class truly - [NVCA Applauds Introduction of Small Business Investment Act ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-applauds-introduction-of-small-business-investment-act/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 12, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in support of U.S. Representative David Kustoff’s (R-TN) introducing the Small Business Investment Act: “QSBS has a proven track record of promoting long-term investment in high-risk startups across - [NVCA Statement on Trump’s Carried Interest Comments ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-trumps-carried-interest-comments/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 6, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement on President Trump reportedly calling for an end to carried interest during his meeting with GOP tax leaders: "Carried interest encourages smart, high-risk investments in innovative high-growth startups. The - [NVCA Statement on the Passing of Dick Kramlich](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-the-passing-of-dick-kramlich/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 4, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) issued the following statement in response to the passing of Dick Kramlich, the co-founder of New Enterprise Associates: “NVCA joins the venture capital industry in mourning the loss of Dick Kramlich, an early VC industry pioneer who we - [U.S. Venture Exits Surpass $500 Billion For First Time, Doubling Previous Annual Record](https://nvca.org/press_releases/u-s-venture-exits-surpass-500-billion-for-first-time-doubling-previous-annual-record/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 14, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org SEATTLE – U.S. venture capital activity has already set annual records across deal, fundraising, and exit values in just the first three quarters of this year, according to the PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor. The authoritative quarterly report is jointly produced by PitchBook and - [Startup Visas Would Ignite U.S. Economy & Job Creation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/startup-visas-would-ignite-u-s-economy-job-creation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 26, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – After years of advocating for a Startup Visa, the National Venture Capital Association was thrilled to see the introduction of the Let Immigrants Kickstart Employment (LIKE) Act by Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (D-CA). The legislation would establish a Startup Visa - [Venture Activity on Pace to Shatter 2020 Records](https://nvca.org/press_releases/venture-activity-on-pace-to-shatter-2020-records/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org SEATTLE – U.S. venture capital activity was up across all phases of the ecosystem in the first half of the year, according to the PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor, the authoritative quarterly report jointly produced by PitchBook and the National Venture Capital Association with support - [The DEAL Act Increases Access to Capital for Emerging Fund Managers and Early-Stage Startups to Help Rebuild the Economy](https://nvca.org/press_releases/the-deal-act-increases-access-to-capital-for-emerging-fund-managers-and-early-stage-startups-to-help-rebuild-the-economy/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 29, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) advocated for improving returns and capital formation in the initial stages of the startup ecosystem which is the focus of the Developing and Empowering our Aspiring Leaders (DEAL) Act, reintroduced today by Representative - [Venture Forward Celebrates One-Year Anniversary Welcomes Two New Board Members](https://nvca.org/press_releases/venture-forward-celebrates-one-year-anniversary-welcomes-two-new-board-members/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Venture Forward is excited to celebrate its one-year anniversary as well as the appointment of two new members to its board of directors: Elliott Robinson, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, and Nicole Walker, Managing Partner at Arboretum Ventures. Publicly launched on June 16, 2020, Venture Forward - [House Antitrust Bill Threatens Innovation, Growth and Creation of New Innovative Companies](https://nvca.org/press_releases/house-antitrust-bill-threatens-innovation-growth-and-creation-of-new-innovative-companies/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 21, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) opposes the Platform Competition and Opportunity Act of 2021 (H.R. 3826), which would bar acquisitions of many venture-backed companies and therefore foreclose a key liquidity pathway for entrepreneurs. “Acquisitions contribute to the health - [NVCA Appoints Battery’s Michael Brown as New Board Chair](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-appoints-batterys-michael-brown-as-new-board-chair/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 9, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announced that Michael Brown, General Partner at Battery Ventures, will serve as the 2021-2022 Chair of the NVCA Board of Directors. Brown is leading the board at a critical time as the - [Expedited Coverage for Medical Technologies Will Drive Healthcare Innovation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/expedited-coverage-for-medical-technologies-will-drive-healthcare-innovation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 15, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association strongly urges the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to expedite coverage for innovative medical technologies by prioritizing reforms to the reimbursement process. The existing reimbursement policy and the uncertainty that follows approval - [Senate Antitrust Bill Hurts Innovation, Growth and Creation of New Innovative American Companies](https://nvca.org/press_releases/senate-antitrust-bill-hurts-innovation-growth-and-creation-of-new-innovative-american-companies/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 8, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org Washington, DC – NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin says threatening American made innovation is the wrong way to address Big Tech. The newly introduced Platform Competition and Opportunity Act from Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tom Cotton (R-AK) would bar acquisitions - [U.S. Venture Capital Activity Soars to New Highs in 2021 as Deal Value Exceeds $300 Billion and Fundraising Tops $100 Billion](https://nvca.org/press_releases/u-s-venture-capital-soars-to-new-highs-in-2021/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 14, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org SEATTLE – Venture capital dealmaking, exit and fundraising values all broke records in 2021 by stunning amounts, according to the PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor, the authoritative quarterly report produced by PitchBook and the National Venture Capital Association with support from Insperity. The top-line - [Employment at U.S. VC-backed Companies Grew 960% from 1990 to 2020, 8x Compared to Non-VC-backed Companies](https://nvca.org/press_releases/employment-at-u-s-vc-backed-companies-grew-960-from-1990-to-2020-8x-compared-to-non-vc-backed-companies/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC — Employment at venture capital (VC)-backed companies dramatically outpace employment at non-VC-backed companies, and -backed companies create jobs that are broadly dispersed across the nation, according to a new report from the National Venture Capital Association, Venture Forward, and the University - [DEAL Act Paves Way for More Startups Enhancing U.S. Economy](https://nvca.org/press_releases/deal-act-paves-way-for-more-startups-enhancing-u-s-economy/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – NVCA is excited to see the reintroduction of the Developing and Empowering our Aspiring Leaders (DEAL) Act by Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD), a longtime legislative priority that will help improve returns and capital formation in the initial stages of - [Passage of Senate Competition Bill is a Generational Victory for American Made Innovation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/passage-of-senate-competition-bill-is-a-generational-victory-for-american-made-innovation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Email: press@nvca.org Washington D.C. – The National Venture Capital Association commends the passage of the Chips and Science Act of 2022 which will expand and enhance America’s innovative startup ecosystem. “The technology commercialization programs included in the legislation represent a generational commitment to expand technology-focused economic opportunities - [Industry welcomes focus on improving capital formation for America’s startup ecosystem](https://nvca.org/press_releases/industry-welcomes-focus-on-improving-capital-formation-for-americas-startup-ecosystem/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Email: sfang@nvca.org Washington, D.C. – The National Venture Capital Association is pleased to see House passage of the Developing and Empowering Our Aspiring Leader (DEAL) Act, legislation that will improve funding growth for the country’s entrepreneurs and their investors. “We are pleased Congress is focused on improving capital - [Senate Competition Bill would be Big Win for American Made Innovation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/senate-competition-bill-would-be-big-win-for-american-made-innovation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Email: sfang@nvca.org Washington, DC – The National Venture Capital Association commends Senate efforts to enhance America’s innovative startup ecosystem in the CHIPS Act of 2022. “The technology commercialization programs included in the CHIPs Act represent a generational commitment to expand technology-focused economic opportunity to more regions - [Mixed bag for U.S. Startup Ecosystem as Market Outlook Remains Uncertain](https://nvca.org/press_releases/mixed-bag-for-u-s-startup-ecosystem-as-market-outlook-remains-uncertain/) - Deal count and fundraising by VC funds remained strong in Q2 while deal values across all stages and VC-backed public listings were hit harder by the economic downturn FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org SEATTLE – Despite an uncertain macroeconomic environment, U.S. venture capital (VC) deal activity in - [NVCA and Aumni Announce New Enhanced Investors' Rights Agreement and Enhanced Model Term Sheet v3.0](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-and-aumni-announce-new-enhanced-investors-rights-agreement-and-enhanced-model-term-sheet-v3-0/) - Analyzing more than 200,000 venture transactions, Aumni gives investors and entrepreneurs free access to the latest market insights and vital deal term benchmarking. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2022 Contact: Robin Ceppos Email: rceppos@nvca.org Washington, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today released a new Enhanced Investors’ Rights Agreement and a new Enhanced - [NVCA Taps New Research Director and Promotes Charlotte Savercool to Vice President of Government Affairs](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-taps-new-research-director-and-promotes-charlotte-savercool-to-vice-president-of-government-affairs/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Email: sfang@nvca.org Washington, DC – NVCA named seasoned data analyst, Shiloh Tillerman-Dick as the association’s new Research Director. “Shiloh brings years of extensive, hands-on research experience to the team,” said NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin. “His expertise will enhance how we develop qualitative and quantitative - [NVCA Presents the 2022 Venture Capital Awards in San Francisco](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-presents-the-2022-venture-capital-awards-in-san-francisco/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2022 Contact: Robin Ceppos Phone: 408-489-9245 Email: rceppos@nvca.org SAN FRANCISCO – Today, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) presented its annual industry leadership awards recognizing individuals, firms, and organizations across the venture capital community. “On behalf of NVCA and our board of directors, I want to congratulate the 2022 award - [NVCA Statement on Startup Visa Passage](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-startup-visa-passage/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org Washington DC– NVCA President and CEO Bobby Franklin following House passage of the America Competes Act which included a Startup Visa said: “A Startup Visa has been an NVCA top priority for many years and we are thrilled to see it advance - [Startups in 400+ Congressional Districts Received VC Funding Last Year; Globally, U.S. Accounted for Less Than 50% of VC Dollars and 40% of Deal Count](https://nvca.org/press_releases/startups-in-400-congressional-districts-received-vc-funding-last-year-globally-u-s-accounted-for-less-than-50-of-vc-dollars-and-40-of-deal-count/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – More than 14,400 U.S. venture-backed companies across 251 metro areas and 414 Congressional Districts raised funding in 2021, a new annual record for the number of companies raising venture capital (VC). The pace of investment averaged out to about 40 companies across - [New JOBS Act 4.0 Boosts the Next Generation of High Growth American Companies](https://nvca.org/press_releases/new-jobs-act-4-0-boosts-the-next-generation-of-high-growth-american-companies/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 5, 2022 Contact: Savanna Maloney Phone: 202.864.5920 Email: smaloney@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – NVCA strongly supports provisions in the newly announced JOBS Act 4.0 package that facilitate capital formation and make the public markets more attractive for innovative young companies. “Innovative corporate challengers are the lifeblood of the American economy,” said NVCA - [U.S. Venture Ecosystem Normalizes After Record Year in 2021](https://nvca.org/press_releases/u-s-venture-ecosystem-normalizes-after-record-year-in-2021/) - VC Exit Activity Slows in Q1 While Fundraising Totals Stay Strong FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org SEATTLE – Venture capital (VC) dealmaking activity adjusted to a new normal in the first quarter of 2022 after a record-breaking 2021 according to the Q1 2022 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor, the - [New Legislation Will Accelerate American Innovation and Competitiveness](https://nvca.org/press_releases/new-legislation-will-accelerate-american-innovation-and-competitiveness/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 19, 2022 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), TechNet, and the Center for American Entrepreneurship (CAE) are excited to see the introduction of several tax policy measures that will increase investment in frontier technologies and new tools to better prepare the - [NVCA Appoints Threshold’s Emily Melton as New Board Chair](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-appoints-thresholds-emily-melton-as-new-board-chair/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 26, 2022 Contact: Robin Ceppos Phone: 408-489-9245 Email: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announced that Emily Melton, Managing Partner at Threshold Ventures, will serve as the 2022-2023 Chair of the NVCA Board of Directors. “This is a critical moment for the United States as we - [NVCA Statement on Scott Bessent’s Confirmation as U.S. Treasury Secretary](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-scott-bessents-confirmation-as-u-s-treasury-secretary/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 27, 2025 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Scott Bessent as the next Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury: “Scott Bessent’s impressive real-world experience in global private markets - [NVCA Statement on President Trump’s Victory ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-statement-on-president-trumps-victory/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 6, 2024 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin today released the following statement in response to the results of the 2024 election: "Congratulations to President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on their decisive victory. Venture-backed companies play a crucial role - [NVCA Updates Model Legal Documents to Support Venture Ecosystem](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-updates-model-legal-documents-to-support-venture-ecosystem/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 30, 2024 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC– The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announced today it has updated five of its model legal documents, which are freely available to venture investors, startups, and other members of the entrepreneurial ecosystem as part of NVCA’s commitment to supporting new company formation. The revised model - [NVCA 2024 Yearbook: Charting the New Path Forward for Venture Capital](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-2024-yearbook-charting-the-new-path-forward-for-venture-capital/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 9, 2024 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The venture capital landscape underwent a major transformation in 2022, but 2023 marked the beginning of a new normal. By the end of 2023, the U.S. VC ecosystem had 3,417 VC firms, which closed a cumulative 13,608 VC deals worth $170.6 billion. Additionally, these - [NVCA Applauds Senate Introduction of Capital Formation Package ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-applauds-senate-introduction-of-capital-formation-package/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 24, 2024 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org Washington, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) CEO Bobby Franklin released the following statement praising Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Ranking Member Tim Scott’s (R-SC) introduction of the Empowering Main Street in America Act (EMSAA): “The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) applauds Ranking - [NVCA Praises House Passage of Expanding Access to Capital Act](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-praises-house-passage-of-expanding-access-to-capital-act/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 8, 2024 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) commends House Financial Services Chairman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) for his outstanding leadership and commitment in successfully passing HR 2799, the Expanding Access to Capital Act, which includes provisions in the NVCA-supported Developing and Empowering Our Aspiring Leader (DEAL) Act. - [NVCA Responds to Treasury’s New AML Final Rule ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-responds-to-treasurys-new-aml-final-rule/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 5, 2024 Contact: Evan KellerEmail: ekeller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) Final Rule being published today in the Federal Register. Despite the narrower definition of ‘investment advisors’ - [NVCA Names Evan Keller Director, Communications ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-names-evan-keller-director-communications/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 5, 2024 Contact: Savanna MaloneyEmail: press@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is pleased to announce that Evan Keller has joined the organization as Director, Communications. Evan brings a strong background in strategic communications and public affairs. “Evan’s deep expertise in policy communications and media relations brings added muscle to our - [NVCA Lawsuit Prevails, Stopping SEC’s New Private Fund Adviser Rule](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-lawsuit-prevails-stopping-secs-new-private-fund-adviser-rule/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2024 Contact: Savanna MaloneyEmail: press@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today welcomed the decision by the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit vacating the Private Fund Adviser rule issued by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). “Today the court confirmed the SEC’s limited - [NVCA Honors Winners of the 2024 Venture Capital Awards ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-honors-winners-of-the-2024-venture-capital-awards/) - Venture Forward Celebrates Key Milestones FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 2, 2024 Contact: Savanna MaloneyEmail: smaloney@nvca.org SAN FRANCISCO – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announces the exceptional individuals and organizations to be recognized tonight at its 2024 Annual Leadership Gala and Awards Ceremony in San Francisco. This year’s honorees hail from innovation hubs across the nation, embodying - [NVCA Appoints Bessemer Venture Partner’s Byron Deeter as New Board Chair](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-appoints-bessemer-venture-partners-byron-deeter-as-new-board-chair/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 2, 2024 Contact: Savanna MaloneyEmail: smaloney@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –Today, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announced that Byron Deeter, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, will serve as the 2024-2025 Chair of the NVCA Board of Directors. “Byron’s energy and expertise will help drive the venture industry forward at a pivotal time for the - [NVCA Appoints Bipartisan Government Affairs Team](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-appoints-bipartisan-government-affairs-team/) - Caroline Schellhas and R.L. Condra Join as Vice Presidents FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 1, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) announces the appointments of Caroline Schellhas and R.L. Condra as Vice Presidents, Government Affairs. With bipartisan expertise and years of policy experience, Caroline and R.L. are poised to drive - [NVCA Unveils 2024 Venture Vanguard Class](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-unveils-2024-venture-vanguard-class/) - Second Venture Vanguard Class to be Honored on May 2 at 2024 NVCA Leadership Gala FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 22, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is thrilled to unveil the prestigious 2024 Venture Vanguard class. Recognized for their exceptional contributions to the venture ecosystem, these individuals have fueled innovation, - [NVCA Rings Closing Bell at New York Stock Exchange ](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-rings-closing-bell-at-new-york-stock-exchange/) - Trade Association Recognized for 50 Years of Empowering Entrepreneurs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 7, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) closed out its year-long 50th-anniversary celebration by ringing the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on December 6, marking half a century of empowering entrepreneurs and - [NVCA Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of the CHIPS and Science Act: A Triumph for Innovation and Economic Opportunity](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-celebrates-one-year-anniversary-of-the-chips-and-science-act-a-triumph-for-innovation-and-economic-opportunity/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 9, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: press@nvca.org The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is thrilled to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the CHIPs and Science Act, and its historic role in bolstering America's dynamic startup ecosystem. “The CHIPS and Science Act stands as a testament to the immense potential that collaborative vision and strategic - [NVCA Outlines Key Policy Priorities in Letter to Joe Biden](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-outlines-key-policy-priorities-in-letter-to-joe-biden/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 8, 2020 Contact: Cassie Ann Kiggen Phone: 202-864-5923 Email: ckiggen@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – In a letter to President-elect Joe Biden today, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) outlined several areas where the venture capital and startup ecosystem and the incoming administration can work together to support the President-elect’s Build Back Better - [NVCA Condemns Violent Assault of the United States Capitol](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-condemns-violent-assault-of-the-united-states-capitol/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 7, 2021 Contact: Cassie Ann Kiggen Phone: 202-864-5923 Email: ckiggen@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The horrific acts of violence carried out yesterday were a direct attack on our nation’s Capitol, our lawmakers, the American people, and our democracy itself. The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) condemns the domestic terrorist attack on the - [US Venture Exit Value Achieved $290 Billion in 2020 Alongside Record Years for Investment and Fundraising Activity](https://nvca.org/press_releases/us-venture-exit-value-achieved-290-billion-in-2020-alongside-record-years-for-investment-and-fundraising-activity/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 14, 2021 Contact: Cassie Ann Hodges Phone: 202-864-5923 Email: chodges@nvca.org SEATTLE, January 14, 2021 – Though the past year had a lot of uncertainty brought on by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the US VC industry demonstrated its resilience and long-term mindset, achieving new records in total exit value, deal value and - [Innovation Coalition Calls on President Biden to Implement the International Entrepreneur Rule](https://nvca.org/press_releases/innovation-coalition-calls-on-president-biden-to-implement-the-international-entrepreneur-rule/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 5, 2021 Contact: Cassie Ann Kiggen Phone: 202-864-5923 Email: ckiggen@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – A coalition of 16 organizations representing the U.S. innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup ecosystems sent a letter today to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro N. Majorkas asking him to implement the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER). IER, originally - [US VC Firms Focusing on Achieving Greater Diversity and Creating Workforce Equity](https://nvca.org/press_releases/us-vc-firms-focusing-on-achieving-greater-diversity-and-creating-workforce-equity/) - Though diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are moving in the right direction, the pace of change remains uneven for some demographics; third edition of survey powered by NVCA, Venture Forward and Deloitte reveals and more FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – Amid heightened efforts to - [Sequoia Receives 2021 Venture Firm of the Year Award](https://nvca.org/press_releases/sequoia-receives-2021-venture-firm-of-the-year-award/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today presented Sequoia with the 2021 Venture Firm of the Year Award. The Venture Firm of the Year Award recognizes venture capital firms for their significant contributions to advance the entrepreneurial ecosystem and - [Dixon Doll Presented with Lifetime Achievement in Venture Capital Award](https://nvca.org/press_releases/dixon-doll-presented-with-lifetime-achievement-in-venture-capital-award/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today presented Dixon Doll with the 2021 Lifetime Achievement in Venture Capital Award. The Lifetime Achievement in Venture Capital Award recognizes venture professionals who have dedicated their professional lives to creating and building - [NVCA Presents the 2021 Venture Capital Awards in Virtual Awards Ceremony](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-presents-the-2021-venture-capital-awards-in-virtual-awards-ceremony/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 9, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today presented individuals, firms, and organizations across the venture capital community with its annual industry awards, including Firm of the Year, Rising Star, and Lifetime Achievement in Venture Capital. NVCA also added three - [New Bipartisan Innovation Bill Would Support Startup R&D Investments](https://nvca.org/press_releases/new-bipartisan-innovation-bill-would-support-startup-rd-investments/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) was pleased to see reintroduction of the bipartisan American Innovation and Jobs Act, by Senators Todd Young (R-IN), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Ben Sasse (R-NE). This bill - [Startup Visa Would Create New Jobs and Innovation in the Pandemic Recovery and Other Findings from NVCA’s New Immigration Policy Report](https://nvca.org/press_releases/startup-visa-would-create-new-jobs-and-innovation-in-the-pandemic-recovery-and-other-findings-from-nvcas-new-immigration-policy-report/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 17, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today released a new report called Immigrant Entrepreneurs Can Drive Economic Growth in the Pandemic Recovery. The report examines how foreign-born entrepreneurs play a key role in the creation of U.S. venture capital-backed - [Record Year for U.S. Venture Capital Industry Despite Pandemic and Economic Downturn](https://nvca.org/press_releases/record-year-for-u-s-venture-capital-industry-despite-pandemic-and-economic-downturn/) - U.S. Venture-Backed Startups in 2020 Represented About 2.5 Million Employees, Attracted 51% of Global Venture Funding FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. venture ecosystem ended 2020 with more than 10,800 companies across the country receiving venture funding and approximately 1,965 VC firms managing - [US Venture Mega-Deals Spike in Q1 Fueled by Record Nontraditional Investor Participation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/us-venture-mega-deals-spike-in-q1-fueled-by-record-nontraditional-investor-participation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org SEATTLE, April 14, 2021 – Venture capital (VC) dealmaking started strong in the first quarter of 2021 with an uptick in mega-deals and increased participation of nontraditional investors, according to the PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor, the authoritative quarterly report on venture capital activity - [MCIT Pathway Will Spur Medical Innovation and Improve U.S. Healthcare](https://nvca.org/press_releases/mcit-pathway-will-spur-medical-innovation-and-improve-u-s-healthcare/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 16, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) submitted comments today to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on the delayed effective date of the Medicare Coverage of Innovative Technology (MCIT), a proposed coverage pathway for FDA-designated breakthrough devices. - [The Endless Frontier Act Would Fuel U.S. Innovation and Startup Formation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/the-endless-frontier-act-would-fuel-u-s-innovation-and-startup-formation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 21, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) was thrilled to see the reintroduction of the bipartisan Endless Frontier Act by Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Todd Young (R-IN). The Endless Frontier Act would solidify U.S. leadership in innovation by renewing - [Implementation of International Entrepreneur Rule by Biden Administration will Spur Job Creation and Innovation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/implementation-of-international-entrepreneur-rule-by-biden-administration-will-spur-job-creation-and-innovation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 10, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) was thrilled today that the Biden Administration announced it will fully launch the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER). NVCA has fought for several years for IER, which works similarly to a Startup Visa, to - [TechNet and NVCA Lead Coalition of More Than 70 Organizations in Support of the Endless Frontier Act](https://nvca.org/press_releases/technet-and-nvca-lead-coalition-of-more-than-70-organizations-in-support-of-the-endless-frontier-act/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2021 Contact: Devin Miller Phone: 703-300-5232 Email: dmiller@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – TechNet, the national bipartisan network of innovation economy CEOs and senior executives, and the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), the voice of the U.S. venture capital and startup community, today led a coalition of more than 70 organizations from - [NVCA Taps New Vice President of Communications and Marketing](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-taps-new-vice-president-of-communications-and-marketing/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 11, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) has named communications veteran and former White House TV correspondent Sabrina Fang, Vice President of Communications and Marketing. “Sabrina brings diverse communications knowledge and expertise to help strengthen the voice of the U.S. - [New Enhanced Model Term Sheet v2.0](https://nvca.org/press_releases/new-enhanced-model-term-sheet-v2-0/) - Over 100,000 venture transactions analyzed, giving investors and entrepreneurs unprecedented market insights and deal term benchmarking. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) today released a new Enhanced Model Term Sheet v2.0, in partnership with Aumni, an investment analytics company. - [Pro-Start Up Legislation Accelerates Job Creation and Economic Growth](https://nvca.org/press_releases/pro-start-up-legislation-accelerates-job-creation-and-economic-growth/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The American Start Up and Jobs Growth Coalition (ASJGC) welcomed the introduction of the IGNITE American Innovation Act, legislation that will accelerate innovation and fuel economic activity necessary to meet the goals of the president’s Build Back Better agenda. - [Senate R&D Bill Will Boost U.S. Innovations and Startups](https://nvca.org/press_releases/senate-rd-bill-will-boost-u-s-innovations-and-startups/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 8, 2021 Contact: Sabrina Fang Phone: 703-283-2091 Email: sfang@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) President and CEO Bobby Franklin applauded Senate passage of the bipartisan U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, which will renew federal commitment to R&D investment and support technology commercialization and new company formation in regions - [Inaugural Venture Vanguard Class to be Honored on May 11 at 2023 NVCA Leadership Gala](https://nvca.org/press_releases/inaugural-venture-vanguard-class-to-be-honored-on-may-11-at-2023-nvca-leadership-gala/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 30, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposPhone: 408-489-9245Email: press@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC –In observance of its 50th anniversary, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is pleased to formally launch its new Venture Vanguard Award, an initiative that recognizes exceptional individuals who have made or are currently making significant contributions to transform the venture capital landscape and turbocharge - [NVCA Praises Committee Passage of the DEAL Act, a Milestone for American Innovation](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-praises-committee-passage-of-the-deal-act-a-milestone-for-american-innovation/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 27, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposEmail: press@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – The National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) is pleased to see the House Financial Services Committee passage of the Developing and Empowering Our Aspiring Leaders (DEAL) Act, which will increase access to capital for early-stage startups by modernizing the definition of venture capital fund for - [NVCA 2023 Yearbook: U.S. VC Fundraising Reaches New Heights Amid Industry Challenges](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-2023-yearbook-u-s-vc-fundraising-reaches-new-heights-amid-industry-challenges/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 22, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposPhone: 408-489-9245Email: rceppos@nvca.org For years, venture capital has changed the world, but 2022 was the year that changed venture capital. The U.S. VC ecosystem ended 2022 with 16,464 VC deals (more than half of which took place in H1), with $240.93 billion invested into American companies, the second-highest year on - [NVCA Commends Bipartisan Leadership in Washington](https://nvca.org/press_releases/nvca-commends-bipartisan-leadership-in-washington/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 13, 2023 Contact: Robin CepposPhone: 408-489-9245Email: rceppos@nvca.org WASHINGTON, DC – On behalf of startup communities across the country, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) expresses our deep appreciation for the bipartisan leadership we witnessed during this weekend’s crisis as many of America’s most innovative companies experienced unique turbulence. 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The agenda emphasizes best practices, technical topics, professional development, and industry related policy content, several opportunities for networking. Participants will - [RAISE 2025](https://nvca.org/event/raise-2025/) - RAISE 2025 is taking place at the Golden Gate Club at The Presidio later in October. View a calendar of events taking place between Oct. 21 and Oct. 23 and RSVP. - [Caricaco Ventures - Caricaco Summit](https://nvca.org/event/caricaco-ventures-caricaco-summit/) - The key venture capital event aiming to put Central America on the VC map by connecting founders, investors, and allies at the beach. Venue: Marriott Los Sueños, Costa Rica - [Redwood Collective, LLC. - Inception to IPO: The Stories of Splunk and BILL](https://nvca.org/event/redwood-collective-llc-inception-to-ipo-the-stories-of-splunk-and-bill/) - Time & Location Apr 24, 2024, 3:30 PM 8VC - San Francisco, Pier 5, STE 101, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA About the event Event Schedule 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm: Check-in and Networking 4:15 pm - 4:25 pm: Market Overview by Mike Blankenship - Partner | Winston & Strawn 4:25 pm - 5:30 pm: - [GP Masterclass](https://nvca.org/event/gp-masterclass/) - In response to resounding demand, Venture Forward and Ford Foundation are excited to announce a new flagship program: a 1.5-day curated GP Masterclass in San Francisco for a select cohort of approximately 10 general partners (GPs) who are raising or managing their Funds III, IV, or V. This isn’t just another gathering—it’s an immersive, high-density experience designed - [Applications Open: VC University Bootcamp at Stanford](https://nvca.org/event/applications-open-vc-university-bootcamp-at-stanford/) - What’s new: NVCA, Venture Forward, UC Berkeley Law Executive Education, and Stanford Law School are partnering to host the inaugural VC University Bootcamp on February 24–27, 2026 at Stanford University. Who it’s for: This immersive, in-person certificate program is designed for VC professionals on the path to becoming general partners. Over four days, participants - [2026 NVCA's Leadership Awards Dinner](https://nvca.org/event/2026-nvcas-leadership-awards-dinner/) - Mark your calendars to join us for NVCA’s Leadership Awards Dinner to be held on May 14, 2026, at the Rosewood Hotel Sand Hill. The event honors those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology, and drive new company formation. Nominations now open. - [Venture Forward: 5-Year Celebration](https://nvca.org/event/venture-forward-5-year-celebration/) - This year, Venture Forward is marking a milestone—five years of empowering, educating, and expanding a vibrant VC investor community. Launched by the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) in 2020, Venture Forward set out to increase opportunities and dismantle traditional barriers in venture capital. Since then: Venture Forward has provided education, mentorship, and community to 5,000+ individuals, including 620+ - [Emerging Manager Office Hours 14 (November 13)](https://nvca.org/event/emerging-manager-office-hours-14/) - Emerging Manager Office Hours 14: Apply by Aug. 27! Are you an emerging VC fund manager from an underrepresented background? Don’t miss your chance to apply to attend the 14th Emerging Manager Office Hours (EMOH) program, a full-day educational and networking event hosted by Venture Forward. EMOH 14 will be held in San Francisco on - [Venture Dallas 2025](https://nvca.org/event/venture-dallas-2025/) - The Venture Dallas summit will convene innovators, business luminaries, and investors from around the nation who want to experience the forces propelling Dallas-Fort Worth as a premier hub of innovation and excellence. On October 30th at the George W. Bush Presidential Center, this all-day conference will consist of a variety of keynote and panel discussions, with ample - [Q2 2025 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/q2-2025-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-webinar/) - Halfway through 2025, the venture market remains defined by liquidity concerns and surging interest in AI. Investment power has concentrated among firms with ample dry powder and established track records. Meanwhile, tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to dampen IPO prospects despite a recent surge in new public listings, while a handful of billion-dollar M&A deals - [2022 NVCA Leadership Gala](https://nvca.org/event/2022-nvca-leadership-gala/) - The NVCA Leadership Gala celebrates the venture industry and honors those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology, and drive new company formation. We are excited to open registration for the 2022 Leadership Gala, which will be held on June 2nd at the St. Regis in San Francisco. - [Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) Conclave 2025](https://nvca.org/event/ivca-conclave-2025/) - The IVCA Conclave 2025 marks the 14th edition of India’s preeminent gathering for the alternate asset industry. As the flagship event of the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA), the Conclave continues to serve as the quintessential forum for the most influential stakeholders in the investment ecosystem. This includes senior executives from Private Equity (PE) and - [EY & NVCA-Members-Only Valuation Webinar (CPE-Eligible)](https://nvca.org/event/ey-nvca-members-only-valuation-webinar-cpe-eligible/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with EY, for a members-only webinar on valuations. The EY team will share insights on Q4 2024 valuations best practices. Their discussion will feature a snapshot of NVCA's quarterly valuation survey, the impact of AI on valuations, interactive-polling questions with the VCs-only audience, and other key insights from EY's team of - [2024 Strategic Operations & Policy Summit](https://nvca.org/event/2024-strategic-operations-policy-summit/) - About this event This 1.5-day conference, developed in collaboration with NVCA’s CFO Taskforce, focuses on the critical role senior operations professionals play in venture firms, and how they can provide value back to their partnerships. The agenda emphasizes best practices, technical topics, professional development, and industry related policy content, several opportunities for networking. Participants will - [NVCA Members-Only AML Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-members-only-aml-webinar/) - As you have no doubt seen by now, FinCEN and the SEC finalized the Investment Adviser last quarter. Join NVCA, in partnership with WilmerHale, for a members-only briefing on what it means and how VCs can get ready for it. - [SuperVenture North America](https://nvca.org/event/superventure-north-america/) - The LP/VC relations event The #1 meeting place for senior LPs and GPs specialized in venture capital The Marriott Marquis, Times Square, New York - [Q3 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/q3-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-webinar/) - [NYU Stern Berkley Center for Entrepreneurship - Startup Fundability with Charlie O'Donnell](https://nvca.org/event/nyu-stern-berkley-center-for-entrepreneurship-startup-fundability-with-charlie-odonnell/) - Join us at this exclusive speaker event to hear the lessons most founders learn the hard way from former VC Charlie O'Donnell. Venue: NYU Stern - [Black Wealth Summit](https://nvca.org/event/black-wealth-summit/) - The BFM Fund invites you to join us in our mission to close the generational wealth gap by educating Black and diverse families, founders, and business owners on wealth-building strategies. This year at the event, we aim to: Showcase how entrepreneurship can be a pathway to economic development. By sharing generational wealth-building strategies, tools, and - [The Venture Equity Summit](https://nvca.org/event/the-venture-equity-summit/) - Join us at the Venture Equity Summit, an exclusive event where leaders converge to share transformative models and new insights in support of entrepreneurs and venture capital fund managers of color. In partnership with the JPMorganChase, this summit is a key initiative of the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center's Venture Equity Project, supported by Heartland Forward, Penn - [Apply Now: Emerging Manager Office Hours 12 (Dec. 4)](https://nvca.org/event/apply-now-emerging-manager-office-hours-12-dec-4/) - Calling emerging VC fund managers from underrepresented backgrounds! Apply now to learn from LPs and experienced GPs at the 12th Emerging Manager Office Hours (EMOH), an educational program hosted by Venture Forward. EMOH 12 will be a full-day program, held in New York on Dec. 4. 20 - 25 emerging managers will be selected to - [DataTribe - The Challenge 2024](https://nvca.org/event/datatribe-the-challenge-2024/) - The DataTribe Challenge is not just another annual competition. It’s a unique program to accelerate your cybersecurity startup. You will workshop your messaging with DataTribe coaches and present to a room full of cyber-focused venture firms, cyber visionaries, potential customers, and a panel of cyber-expert judges. We will pick five finalists to join the DataTribe - [Q2 2024 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor](https://nvca.org/event/q1-2024-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor/) - Due to lingering liquidity constraints caused by low exit counts, the US VC ecosystem continues to face dealmaking pressure. Based on preliminary data, annualized numbers of acquisitions and public listings are on track to land at the lowest level we have observed in a decade. Market sentiments have also experienced a visible shift throughout Q2. - [Emerging Manager Policy Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/emerging-manager-policy-webinar/) - Join us for the Emerging Manager Policy Webinar, co-hosted by NVCA and Venture Forward on July 10. This virtual event will bring together emerging managers to discuss pressing policy issues affecting the VC industry. Hear from Carmen Palafox, Founding Partner of 2045 Ventures, Charles Hudson, Managing Partner at Precursor Ventures, as well as the NVCA - [SoCal Startup Day 2024](https://nvca.org/event/socal-startup-day-2024/) - Don't miss out on the ultimate opportunity to connect with top tier entrepreneurs and investors at the highly anticipated 2024 SoCal Startup Day Conference. SoCal's largest startup event attracts a diverse range of early to late-stage startups, angel investors, venture capitalists, accelerators, and family offices. This year we will host SoCal's Largest Pitch Competition throughout - [Planning Today for Tomorrow’s IPO and M&A Markets](https://nvca.org/event/planning-today-for-tomorrows-ipo-and-ma-markets/) - Join us, in partnership with EY, for a timely discussion about how private companies are approaching potential public listings and sale events as the transaction markets begin to thaw and adjust to the realities of the challenges from the last two years. Our panelists will cover the state of the IPO and M&A markets today, - [SelectUSA, U.S. Department of Commerce - 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit](https://nvca.org/event/selectusa-u-s-department-of-commerce-2024-selectusa-investment-summit/) - The Investment Summit is the highest profile event in the U.S. to facilitate job-creating foreign direct investment. Contact SUSAEvents@trade.gov to learn more. Venue: Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, MD - [BioNJ BioPartnering Conference](https://nvca.org/event/bionj-biopartnering-conference/) - BioNJ, in partnership with J.P. Morgan, Johnson & Johnson, Morgan Lewis, and Jersey City Economic Development Corporation, are proud to present our 14th Annual BioPartnering Conference where we bring together innovators, investors and biopharmaceutical industry executives with the goal to foster productive partnerships and facilitate investment opportunities. Location: Liberty Science Center in NJ. - [2024 NVCA Annual Leadership Gala and Awards Ceremony](https://nvca.org/event/2024-nvca-leadership-gala/) - We are excited to honor VC industry leaders at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in San Francisco on May 2nd. We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open! Please join us to celebrate the venture industry and honor those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology, and drive new company formation. - [Strategic Operations & Policy Summit 2021](https://nvca.org/event/strategic-operations-policy-summit-2021/) - Our annual conference for VC firm CFOs, COOs, and senior finance or operations professionals will cover technical topics, leadership development, and industry-related policy content. - [2023 Strategic Operations & Policy Summit](https://nvca.org/event/2023-strategic-operations-policy-summit/) - About this event This 1.5-day conference, developed in collaboration with NVCA’s CFO Taskforce, focuses on the critical role senior operations professionals play in venture firms, and how they can provide value back to their partnerships. The agenda emphasizes best practices, technical topics, professional development, and industry-related policy content -and of course – several opportunities for networking. - [2023 NVCA Leadership Gala](https://nvca.org/event/2023-nvca-leadership-gala/) - Celebrate our 50th anniversary and VC award winners at the annual NVCA Leadership Gala in San Francisco. - [Navigating the AI Landscape](https://nvca.org/event/navigating-the-ai-landscape/) - AI presents a host of opportunities as well as complex challenges for investors. Join Venture Forward, Capital Connect by J.P. Morgan, and industry experts to examine strategies for cutting through the noise and identifying companies that are poised for success in this space. Our speakers will discuss the various layers and applications of AI and - [Fearless Fund case: The state of play and impact on the VC community](https://nvca.org/event/fearless-fund-case-the-state-of-play-and-impact-on-the-vc-community/) - The VC community has been closely following the lawsuit against Fearless Fund brought by the American Alliance for Equal Rights last month. Last week, NVCA and Venture Forward filed an amicus brief in support of Fearless Fund. Join us in conversation with Gibson Dunn (lead counsel on the case) and O’Melveny & Myers (counsel we - [VCs-to-DC 2019](https://nvca.org/event/2019-vcs-dc/) - Want to make DC work for VC? Venture to the nation's capital at NVCA's VCs-to-DC! VCs-to-DC convenes venture investors, entrepreneurs and policymakers to take part in a conversation on policy issues to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Join us in the nation’s capital for two days of networking, education, public policy discussions, and advocacy on Capitol Hill. - [NVCA Policy Roundtable in Michigan](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-policy-roundtable-michigan/) - Please join the National Venture Capital Association in Ann Arbor, Michigan for an overview of the policy battles in 2017. We want to start the conversation with the venture capital community early so we can work together to fight for a strong pro-innovation agenda. Date: February 8, 2017 Time: 4:00 – 5:30pm Location: Ann Arbor SPARK - [2022 Strategic Operations & Policy Summit](https://nvca.org/event/strategic-operations-policy-summit/) - About this event This 1.5-day conference, developed in collaboration with NVCA’s CFO Taskforce, focused on the critical role senior operations professionals play in venture firms, and how they can provide value back to their partnerships. The agenda emphasizes best practices, technical topics, professional development, and industry-related policy content -and of course - several opportunities for - [2023 Trends In Cybersecurity: What VCs and Their Portfolio Companies Need to Know](https://nvca.org/event/2023-trends-in-cybersecurity-what-vcs-and-their-portfolio-companies-need-to-know/) - From IP protection to managing 3rd party risks, join NVCA, in partnership with EY, for an in-depth discussion of key trends companies should keep their eye on, and how to protect themselves from potential threats. Featured speakers include: Brian DePersiis, EY, U.S.-East Cybersecurity Consulting Leader Stacy Scott, EY-Parthenon, Technology & Cyber Transactions Leader - [Women’s Private Equity Summit](https://nvca.org/event/359/) - A conference to enhance networking, fundraising, and deal-making opportunities for senior-level women in private equity and venture capital. For details: https://www.womensprivateequitysummit.com/ - [2022 World Medical Innovation Forum](https://nvca.org/event/2022-world-medical-innovation-forum/) - The World Medical Innovation Forum brings together Mass General Brigham and presenting sponsor Bank of America to advance patient benefiting technologies and including review of The Disruptive Dozen–the twelve most disruptive technologies most likely to have significant impact on gene and cell therapy in the next 18 months. Join us, May 2–4, along with dozens - [2022 World Medical Innovation Forum](https://nvca.org/event/2022-world-medical-innovation-forum-2/) - The World Medical Innovation Forum brings together Mass General Brigham and presenting sponsor Bank of America to advance patient benefiting technologies and including review of The Disruptive Dozen–the twelve most disruptive technologies most likely to have significant impact on gene and cell therapy in the next 18 months. Join us, May 2–4, along with dozens of CEOs, investors and top MDs. - [2022 Market Trends and Macroeconomic Outlook for VCs](https://nvca.org/event/2022-market-trends-and-macroeconomic-outlook-for-vcs/) - Join First Republic Bank, in association with NVCA, for a market update for VC investors in the U.S. We will share the latest insights on the economy, policy, financial markets and investment opportunities and will touch on current events. The presentation will be led by Chris Wolfe, Chief Investment Officer at First Republic Investment Management - [2022 OurCrowd Global Investor Summit](https://nvca.org/event/2022-ourcrowd-global-investor-summit/) - The 2022 OurCrowd Global Investor Summit will take place in Jerusalem and online on May 25, 2022, once again bringing the entire startup ecosystem together. The Summit, which provides unique access to private companies you can invest in, is the premier event in the startup world and the fastest-growing major tech conference on the planet, - [2022 Outlook: What’s Ahead for Innovation in Regulated Markets](https://nvca.org/event/2022-outlook-whats-ahead-for-innovation-in-regulated-markets/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with Tusk Venture Partners, to discuss what’s ahead in 2022, with a focus on digital health technology. - [2022 Racial Justice Speaker Series: The Asian American Pacific Islander Experience](https://nvca.org/event/2022-racial-justice-speaker-series-the-asian-american-pacific-islander-experience/) - Honoring and Celebrating the Differences Among AAPI Experiences and Cultures Jennifer Ho, Dr. Craig Santos Perez, Sejal Shah - [2022 VC Brunch (Invite-only)](https://nvca.org/event/2022-vc-brunch-invite-only/) - Join Capital Factory, in partnership with Alpha Partners and NVCA, for an informal investor-only Brunch networking event to kick off SXSW! We'll serve breakfast tacos, mimosas, bloody mary's and more so come hungry and thirsty. - [2022 Capital Conference](https://nvca.org/event/2022-capital-conference/) - 2022 CAPITAL CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 16 - 17, 2022 HOSTED BY KPMG Join us in Philadelphia – a city with a 350-year legacy of innovation, inclusion, and entrepreneurship – on November 16th & 17th for the most prominent capital conference in the Mid-Atlantic region – the 2022 PACT Capital Conference. This annual conference unites the investor - [BLOCKCHAIN, OFAC, AND AML – AM I A REGULATED FINANCIAL INSTITUTION?](https://nvca.org/event/blockchain-ofac-and-aml-am-i-a-regulated-financial-institution/) - • Application of AML, SEC, and OFAC regulations to blockchain companies -Rob Rosenblum (Partner, WSGR) moderator -Josh Stein (CEO, Harbor) -Peter Van Valkenburgh (Director of Research, Coin Center) -Andrew Winerman (Attorney-Advisor, Office of the Chief Counsel, OFAC) -Horacio Madinaveitia (Senior Policy Program Manager, Policy Division, FinCEN) - [2018 NVCA Leadership Gala](https://nvca.org/event/2018-nvca-leadership-gala/) - Now in its second year as a standalone occasion, the Leadership Gala has grown to be NVCA’s premier annual gathering. This must-attend event celebrates the venture industry and honors those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology and drive new company formation. In 2017 we honored Bill Draper, Ray Leach, Ross Jaffe, Annie - [WAVC/NVCA Annual Luncheon – Sponsored by: Houlihan Lokey, KPMG, & Morrison Forester](https://nvca.org/event/wavcnvca-annual-luncheon-sponsored-houlihan-lokey-kpmg-morrison-forester/) - In conjunction with the Western Association of Venture Capitalists, NVCA hosts the Silicon Valley Venture Capital Networking Luncheon to attract key individuals important to the region’s venture ecosystem. This event includes a networking reception, a sit down lunch, and a keynote speaker that can provide unique insight on industry trends, the economic landscape or other - [Venture Capital Academy – Secrets of Investing in Technology Startups](https://nvca.org/event/venture-capital-academy-secrets-investing-technology-startups/) - 5-day immersion program in Silicon Valley. Leading Silicon Valley practitioners and thought leaders will help you master skills necessary to develop a solid investment strategy and make successful investment decisions. In addition, during this one week course in the heart of Silicon Valley you'll visit leading technology companies and meet with premier VCs and promising - [Women’s Private Equity Summit](https://nvca.org/event/womens-private-equity-summit/) - The 2016 Women's Private Equity Summit, to be held March 9 – 11, 2016 at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, California, will bring together an impressive group of more than 450 private equity and venture capital leaders for two days of high-level discussion and non-stop networking. Make sure there is a seat for you at - [Women’s Leadership Unbound Summit](https://nvca.org/event/womens-leadership-unbound-summit/) - Leadership Unbound is a two-day interactive Summit for up to 200 GPs, LPs, and industry advisors that already play a key role within their firm and are ready to break through to the next level of power. A unique, hands-on conference, Leadership Unbound provides an actionable roadmap – tools, information, and smart next steps – - [Women’s Alternative Investment Summit](https://nvca.org/event/womens-alternative-investment-summit-2/) - The 11th annual Women's Alternative Investment Summit returns to New York City this November at our new venue – The Plaza in midtown Manhattan! The Summit will bring together an influential group of more than 450 senior-level women — fund managers, institutional investors, and advisers to the industry — across the broad spectrum of alternatives - [Webinar: SSBCI 2.0 Venture Capital Programs](https://nvca.org/event/webinar-ssbci-2-0-venture-capital-programs/) - Join NVCA and representatives from the Department of Treasury to learn more about SSBCI equity capital programs, Treasury guidelines and FAQs, and best practices for VC's considering SSBCI funds.Join NVCA and representatives from the Department of Treasury to learn more about SSBCI equity capital programs, Treasury guidelines and FAQs, and best practices for VC's considering - [Women's GP Connect 2022 Summit](https://nvca.org/event/womens-gp-connect-2022-summit/) - A Peer-to-Peer Summit for Women in Private Equity & Venture Capital - [Webinar with U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)](https://nvca.org/event/webinar-with-u-s-small-business-administration-sba/) - Join Venture Forward, NVCA, and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for a discussion on the Biden-Harris Administration policy agenda, the SBA’s focus on emerging managers and support for underrepresented investors, and other important SBA priorities that impact the venture ecosystem. Featuring: The Honorable Isabel Guzman, SBA Administrator Bailey DeVries, Associate Administrator (Head), SBA Office - [Venture Monitor Q4 Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/venture-monitor-q4-webinar/) - Join PitchBook, NVCA, and Insperity for a panel discussion on the recently released Q4 2021 Venture Monitor report contextualizing how U.S. VC investments in 2021 compared to the previous year’s totals, VC’s strong returns amidst 2021’s astounding IPO window, record levels of VC fundraising, and an industry outlook for 2022. Please register here. - [Venture Monitor Q3 Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/venture-monitor-q3-webinar/) - Join us for the Venture Monitor Q3 webinar for the newly-released report by PitchBook and NVCA, created in partnership with Silicon Valley Bank and Affinity. - [Venture Monitor Q1 Webinar](https://nvca.org/event/venture-monitor-q1-webinar/) - PitchBook and NVCA are hosting the webinar in partnership with J.P. Morgan and Insperity. - [Venture Dallas](https://nvca.org/event/venture-dallas/) - This conference will convene innovators, business luminaries, and investors from around the nation who want to experience the forces propelling Dallas-Fort Worth as a premier hub of innovation. - [Unlocking ‘S’: Social Factors Driving Financial Returns](https://nvca.org/event/unlocking-s-social-factors-driving-financial-returns/) - Join us for a free webinar as leading experts discuss the often overlooked 'Social' factors. There is no lack of ESG funds or Sustainable investing options, yet the social needs and the funding gaps are greater than ever, while investors are constantly seeking new investment opportunities. • In this webinar we will be discussing how - [Support the future of VC – Volunteer to be a VC University Mentor](https://nvca.org/event/support-the-future-of-vc-volunteer-to-be-a-vc-university-mentor/) - NVCA and Venture Forward are seeking VCs to volunteer 3-4 hours of time to serve as mentors to an aspiring VC from an underrepresented background, through the VC University Mentorship Program. The next round of this highly-reviewed program will take place April – June, and is open to Experienced VC Mentors (Partner or similar, 5+ - [Successful Fund Raiser’s Philosophy: How Micro VCs Get Off the Ground & Succeed](https://nvca.org/event/successful-fund-raisers-philosophy-micro-vcs-get-off-ground-succeed/) - The number of micro VC funds closed in 2016 finished with commitments that totaled $1.5 billion, according to PitchBook. With micro VC funds playing an important role in the startup lifecycle, NVCA and our members are your resource for navigating the fundraising process. The formation of new venture capital funds is critical to the future - [Velocity’s Entrepreneurs Showcase Contest](https://nvca.org/event/velocitys-entrepreneurs-showcase-contest/) - 25+ seed & early stage technology companies from the Sacramento/ Northern California region are vying for votes that will earn them cash, prizes & possibly admission into Velocity’s 10-week Entrepreneurs Showcase Accelerator Program! Check them out and then cast your vote and help us decide which companies you think should accelerate! - [Velocity’s Entrepreneurial Drive Golf Tournament](https://nvca.org/event/velocitys-entrepreneurial-drive-golf-tournament/) - The Entrepreneurial Drive is a “Best Ball Scramble” golf tournament with a twist. As investors swing their way across the course, tech startups are positioned at tee boxes to deliver their 2-minute pitch. Morning pre-golf activities include “Ignite” sessions for startups featuring tools & tips from sales, legal, PR and product design experts and an - [VC University ONLINE - Cohort 11 Scholarship Application Deadline: June 24](https://nvca.org/event/vc-university-online-cohort-11-scholarship-application-deadline-june-24/) - VC University ONLINE is the definitive online course in venture finance. Participants learn the fundamentals of venture and earn a certificate of completion. Course components include lectures, conversations with leading venture capitalists, interactive activities, and networking. Our partner and supporting organization, Venture Forward, is offering a limited number of full scholarships to support aspiring and - [VC University ONLINE - Cohort 10 Scholarship Application](https://nvca.org/event/vc-university-online-cohort-10-scholarship-application/) - VC University ONLINE is the definitive online course in venture finance. Participants learn the fundamentals of venture and earn a certificate of completion. Course components include lectures, conversations with leading venture capitalists, interactive activities, and networking. Our partner and supporting organization, Venture Forward, is offering a limited number of full scholarships to support aspiring and - [UNMET Founders Conference 2022](https://nvca.org/event/unmet-founders-conference-2022/) - UNMET Founders conference is aimed at creating a venue for underrepresented founders, especially women and diverse founders to help raise venture funding. UNMET Founders 2022 is hosted by the UNMET Network. Presenting companies will have an opportunity to pitch their businesses to 50+ early-stage (Seed & Series A) investors from across the country. - [The VC Roundtable by Moore Venture Partners](https://nvca.org/event/the-vc-roundtable-by-moore-venture-partners/) - Welcome to our Live Virtual VC Roundtable as we conclude our 20th year bringing investors and entrepreneurs together! The purpose of The VC Roundtable is to provide a private forum for regular interaction between the investors and entrepreneurs in attendance. The attendees of The VC Roundtable are venture capitalists, corporate investors, entrepreneurs, and the leadership - [The U.A.E.’s Startup Ecosystem and Opportunities for U.S. Investors](https://nvca.org/event/u-e-s-startup-ecosystem-opportunities-u-s-investors/) - The U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council and the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C., are pleased to invite you to join H.E. U.A.E. Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba and a distinguished delegation of U.A.E. officials, business leaders, and entrepreneurs at an exclusive luncheon from 11:30 am to 2 pm on Thursday March 23, 2017 at - [The Second Annual NVCA Leadership Gala & Summit](https://nvca.org/event/the-second-annual-nvca-leadership-gala-summit/) - Mark your calendars to join us for the Second Annual NVCA Leadership Gala to be held May 5, 2016 at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, CA. Building off the incredible success of last year’s inaugural event, we will again assemble leaders and luminaries from across the venture ecosystem for an exclusive gathering of venture’s - [The Independent Director Initiative](https://nvca.org/event/the-independent-director-initiative/) - The Independent Director Initiative is a two-day program designed to train, and help place, individuals from backgrounds underrepresented in venture capital, to serve as independent directors on the boards of venture backed private companies. The inaugural cohort of the Independent Director Initiative will be hosted in Berkeley, California on August 16-17, 2022. - [Talent Partner Success](https://nvca.org/event/talent-partner-success/) - Learn how leading VC firms manage and share their talent networks with their PortCos in a webinar led by NVCA and a panel of member experts. - [SVB x the Boardlist 2022 Board Readiness: SESSION #3](https://nvca.org/event/svb-x-the-boardlist-2022-board-readiness-session-3/) - SVB’s Access to Innovation is proud to partner with theBoardlist to present a 3-part series focused on increasing representation in the board room. Join us for a series of in-depth conversations with experienced board directors who will share actionable tips & strategies to support women and underrepresented individuals identify and secure board roles. SESSION #2: - [SVB x the Boardlist 2022 Board Readiness Series: SESSION #2](https://nvca.org/event/svb-x-the-boardlist-2022-board-readiness-series-session-2/) - SVB’s Access to Innovation is proud to partner with theBoardlist to present a 3-part series focused on increasing representation in the board room. Join us for a series of in-depth conversations with experienced board directors who will share actionable tips & strategies to support women and underrepresented individuals identify and secure board roles. SESSION #2: - [SVB x the Boardlist 2022 Board Readiness Series: SESSION #1](https://nvca.org/event/svb-x-the-boardlist-2022-board-readiness-series-session-1/) - SVB’s Access to Innovation is proud to partner with theBoardlist to present a 3-part series focused on increasing representation in the board room. Join us for a series of in-depth conversations with experienced board directors who will share actionable tips & strategies to support women and underrepresented individuals identify and secure board roles. SESSION #1: Thursday, March 24 | BOARD - [SuperReturn International 2022](https://nvca.org/event/superreturn-international-2022/) - Attend the 25th annual SuperReturn International to network with the world's leading names in private capital. - [StratComms Event: Responsible Innovation & Building a Purpose Driven Brand in the VC Ecosystem (Members Only)](https://nvca.org/event/stratcomms-event-responsible-innovation-building-a-purpose-driven-brand-in-the-vc-ecosystem-members-only/) - Investing for financial returns and positive impact is possible. That's the theme of a new book Intended Consequences: How to Build Market-Leading Companies with Responsible Innovation by General Catalyst Managing Partner, Hemant Taneja. Let's discuss how venture capital can play a role in building companies creating technology that does good and avoids harmful, unintended consequences. - [Springboard's 9th Annual Winners' Circle Dinner 2015](https://nvca.org/event/winners-circle-dinner-2015/) - On October 20, 2015 Springboard will host their 9th Annual Winners’ Circle Dinner. A celebration of entrepreneurial women and the community that supports them.Springboard is a highly-vetted expert network of innovators, investors and influencers who are dedicated to building high-growth technology-oriented companies led by women. Their programs and initiatives are how they source, qualify, advise, showcase and support - [ScaleUp Speaker Series: Startup Equity Incentives](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-incorporating-a-startup/) - Learn the basics of customary equity incentives and how they are used to attract and retain top talent in a competitive market. We will discuss founder vesting, restricted stock, and stock options (including ISOs and NSOs). - [Stanford DAO Symposium](https://nvca.org/event/stanford-dao-symposium/) - About the Symposium: DAOs - or decentralized autonomous organizations - have the potential to revolutionize governance as we know it. But many open questions remain regarding the role and legal structure of DAOs, the types of incentives that should be used to encourage network and governance participation, the best way to tailor voting mechanisms to - [Spotlight on North Carolina](https://nvca.org/event/spotlight-on-raleigh-durham-nc/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with SVB for our tenth Spotlight, featuring investors and leaders discussing innovation and entrepreneurship across the Tar Heel state. - [Spotlight on Detroit](https://nvca.org/event/spotlight-on-detroit/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with Gunderson Dettmer, for our eighth city Spotlight, featuring investors discussing the innovation community in Detroit and Ann Arbor. Learn more. - [Spotlight on Houston](https://nvca.org/event/spotlight-on-houston/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with Insperity for our ninth Spotlight, featuring investors and leaders discussing the innovation community in Houston, TX. - [Spotlight on Chicago](https://nvca.org/event/spotlight-on-chicago/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with Cooley for our first 2022 regional Spotlight, featuring investors and leaders discussing the innovation community in Chicago. - [Spotlight on Boulder/Denver, CO](https://nvca.org/event/spotlight-on-boulder-denver-co/) - Join NVCA, in partnership with Cooley for our first 2022 regional Spotlight, featuring investors and leaders discussing the innovation community in Colorado. - [Sidley/NVCA Webinar Series: What does it mean to structure a venture fund?](https://nvca.org/event/sidley-nvca-webinar-series-what-does-it-mean-to-structure-a-venture-fund/) - NVCA, in partnership with Sidley, presents “Big Forces in CVC,” a 3-part series examining key themes shaping corporate venture in 2021 and beyond. Session 1: What does it mean to structure a venture fund? November 18 - 1pm ET/10am PT Speakers: Rob Carlson, Partner, Sidley David Kestenbaum, General Partner, ZX Ventures Jeff Lamour, Head of - [Shifting Sands: Emerging and Foundational Technologies Under the New Export Control Regime <br/>Speakers: Matt Borman (Commerce), Heidi Grant (DoD/DTSA), Moderator Melissa Mannino (WSGR)](https://nvca.org/event/shifting-sands/) - Shifting Sands: Emerging and Foundational Technologies Under the New Export Control Regime Speakers: Matt Borman (Commerce) + Heidi Grant (DoD/DTSA) + Moderator Melissa Mannino (WSGR) - [SHIFT: Accelerating Corporate and Venture Partnerships](https://nvca.org/event/shift-advancing-corporate-venture-partnerships-save-date-2/) - SHIFT: Accelerating Corporate & Venture Partnerships Presented by: GCV and the National Venture Capital Association When: October 28, 2016 Where: Convene Conference Center, New York, NY The Objective of SHIFT SHIFT is a one-day meeting designed to facilitate information between corporates on best practices across both direct and LP investment models. GP fund managers and venture - [ScaleUp Speaker Series](https://nvca.org/event/scaleup-speaker-series/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. -Topics covered - [Scale Up Speaker Series - Incorporating a Startup](https://nvca.org/event/scale-up-speaker-series-incorporating-a-startup/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [San Francisco Investor Mixer](https://nvca.org/event/san-francisco-investor-mixer/) - StartOut, Venture Forward, and Silicon Valley Bank invite emerging and experienced investors in venture to connect and discuss how to build a more inclusive ecosystem, especially towards LGBTQ+ founders and funders. Attendees will have an opportunity to network and learn from peers, share some of the best practices they have implemented, and discuss challenges they - [Recipes for Scaling an Engineering Organization at Round A and В Companies](https://nvca.org/event/recipes-for-scaling-an-engineering-organization-at-round-a-and-в-companies/) - This webinar will give you step by step approaches and key recipes on how to build sustainable engineering teams for round “A” and “B” companies, optimize your costs of operations, and properly scale services. Case studies will be presented first-hand from top managers of successful companies. They will share their wisdom to help improve your - [Reuters Events: Investment USA 2022](https://nvca.org/event/reuters-events-investment-usa-2022/) - Reuters Events: Investment USA 2022 (May 23-24, New York) will gather 150+ wealth and investment leaders from North America’s top asset managers and owners, to discuss how they are weathering extreme volatility, diversifying portfolios to protect against systemic risk, and developing innovative and responsible solutions to deliver the global investment industry of the future. - [Raising Capital through Insurance](https://nvca.org/event/raising-capital-through-insurance/) - This webinar will discuss how VCs can lower the cost of growth capital for their portfolio companies by utilizing insurance based on a company’s most valuable asset — their intellectual property. With collateral protection IP insurance, high-growth tech companies can obtain dilution-free debt capital that is significantly less expensive than venture debt. This discussion will - [Q4 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Webinar: Analysis & Insights ](https://nvca.org/event/q4-pitchbook-nvca-venture-monitor-webinar-analysis-insights/) - Join NVCA and PitchBook Thursday, January 19th as they discuss key VC trends from the Q4 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor and answer questions on the state of the industry for fundraising, investments and exits. Thursday, January 19, 2017 12:30-1:15 pm ET (9:30-10:15 am PT) Member registration Non-member registration - [Orange Silicon Valley’s Third Annual CVC Summit](https://nvca.org/event/orange-silicon-valleys-third-annual-cvc-summit/) - Orange Silicon Valley hosts its third annual Corporate Venture Innovation Summit. Over the last two years, Orange Silicon Valley covered topics ranging from corporate venturing best practices, strategic innovation, bringing new technologies to market, to the latest investment themes. This year we continue exploring the innovation and investment themes while looking into security and privacy, - [Orange Silicon Valley’s Corporate Impact Summit](https://nvca.org/event/orange-silicon-valleys-corporate-impact-summit/) - In 2016, the United Nations put 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into effect as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. Achieving these objectives requires cooperation between the public and private sector, in addition to investment capital, technology innovation, and engagement of - [NVCA membership expires on May 31!](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-membership-expires-on-may-31/) - • NVCA membership expires on May 31! Renew your firm’s membership today to ensure NVCA can continue its critical work to support the venture ecosystem and offer valuable resources. Contact membership@nvca.org with questions. - [NVCA CVC Mentor Studio – Scaling from MVP to Commercial Product (NVCA Members Only)](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-cvc-mentor-studio-scaling-mvp-commercial-product-nvca-members/) - Mentor Studio is a chance to engage with experienced CVC professionals to examine key strategic and financial topics among peers. This workshop will focus on best practices for how corporate innovation labs transform ideas into a commercialized product, including how and when to engage business units for support and scale and the importance of sharing - [Navigating the future of private equity investor relations, marketing & communications](https://nvca.org/event/navigating-the-future-of-private-equity-investor-relations-marketing-communications/) - Now in its 17th year, the Forum is back in person and will bring together the most active private equity IR, marketing and communications professionals to focus on best practices in fundraising, LP relations, branding, communications and marketing strategies. Industry professionals will gather during this critical time to discuss their most significant day-to-day pain points - [One Year In: Lessons Learned from a Year Under FIRRMA and the CFIUS Pilot Program <br />Speakers: Mary Bevelock Pendergast (F-Prime Capital), Catherine Passmore Jones (Eight Roads), Thilo Hanemann (Rhodium), Moderator Jeff Farrah (NVCA)](https://nvca.org/event/one-year-in/) - One Year In: Lessons Learned from a Year Under FIRRMA and the CFIUS Pilot Program Speakers: Mary Bevelock Pendergast (F-Prime Capital) + Catherine Passmore Jones (Eight Roads) + Thilo Hanemann (Rhodium) + Moderator Jeff Farrah (NVCA) - [NVCA-Sidley Webinar: IP Management in CVC](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-sidley-webinar-ip-management-in-cvc/) - NVCA, in partnership with Sidley, presents “Big Forces in CVC,” a 3-part series examining key themes shaping corporate venture in 2021 and beyond. Session 2: IP Management in CVC December 14 - 1pm ET/10am PT - [NVCA VC Happy Hour- Seattle ](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-vc-happy-hour-seattle/) - NVCA is hosting a VC Happy Hour in Seattle on May 31. We’d love for you to join us! Please come for cocktails and conversation with leading venture professionals in the Seattle community. This intimate gathering will be a great opportunity to connect with NVCA and peers VCs. Event Details: What: NVCA VC Happy Hour - [NVCA Members-Only Policy Briefing](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-members-only-policy-briefing/) - Join the NVCA Public Policy team for a custom briefing as we round out the first quarter of a new year. Register here. NVCA Members-Only - [NVCA Leadership Gala and Awards Ceremony](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-leadership-gala-and-awards-ceremony/) - On the eve of VentureScape 2015, NVCA will assemble leaders and luminaries from across the venture ecosystem for an exclusive gathering of the venture industry’s finest. The inaugural NVCA Leadership Gala and Awards Ceremony will bring together the entire venture industry for an evening to reconnect with friends and peers and honor individuals that have - [NVCA Leadership Gala](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-leadership-gala-2/) - The NVCA Leadership Gala celebrates the venture industry and honors those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology, and drive new company formation. 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NVCA members only. - [NVCA Corporate Venture Mentor Studio – Strategic Value Creation](https://nvca.org/event/nvca-corporate-venture-mentor-studio-strategic-value-creation/) - NVCA is pleased to launch CVC Mentor Studio, a new peer-driven program to connect rising and experienced CVC professionals for learning and dialogue on topics and practices critical to success in corporate venture. The first session will be “Strategic Value Creation – How CVCs Make Things Happen” led by Grant Allen, Head of Technology Ventures, - [NFTs – Explosive Growth and Where the Technology is Headed](https://nvca.org/event/nfts-explosive-growth-and-where-the-technology-is-headed/) - NFTs - a digital asset that represents real-world objects like art, music, in-game items and videos and built on the Ethereum blockchain – are an exciting new area of technology. With $150M transacted in 2020 to $1.5B transacted in Q1 2021 alone, the velocity around this sector is exploding. Please join Orrick for a conversation - [New York City Top Cities Tour](https://nvca.org/event/new-york-city-top-cities-tour/) - AGENDA (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Eastern Time) 5:00 PM – Doors Open for Arrival and Check-in 5:30 PM – Welcome and Introductions to NYU Tandon Veterans Future Lab, PenFed Foundation, and VEIP Top Cities 5:45 PM – Keynote Address on Veteran Access to Capital 6:00 PM - Veteran Capital Panel 7:00 PM - Networking - [Morrison & Foerster: ScaleUp Speaker Series: Startup Equity Incentives](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-startup-equity-incentives-2/) - How to use equity incentives to attract top talent. We will discuss vesting, founder restricted stocks and stock options, including ISOs and NSOs. - [Morrison & Foerster- ScaleUp Speaker Series: Selling Your Startup](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-selling-your-startup-2/) - Join us to learn about key terms and items when selling your successful startup. - [Morrison & Foerster- ScaleUp Speaker Series: Raising Venture Capital Investments](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-raising-venture-capital-investments-2/) - We will discuss capital structures, term sheets, and capitalization and liquidation models. - [Morrison & Foerster- ScaleUp Speaker Series: Raising Angel Investments](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-raising-angel-investments/) - Join us to learn about Angel investors and the difference between Angels and traditional VCs, and the difference between debt and equity investments. - [Morrison & Foerster- ScaleUp Speaker Series: Most Common Legal Mistakes of Startup Entrepreneurs](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-most-common-legal-mistakes-of-startup-entrepreneurs-2/) - One of the most important topics of the series identifies key issues entrepreneurs need to steer clear from that may impact your startups growth. - [Morrison & Foerster- ScaleUp Speaker Series: Open Forum Recap](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-open-forum-recap-2/) - This week is about you and we will have an open forum where you can ask the attorneys questions that may not have been addressed in earlier sessions. - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Startup Equity Incentives](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-startup-equity-incentives/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [Kayo Women’s Energy Investment Conference](https://nvca.org/event/kayo-womens-energy-investment-conference/) - For the 2017 gathering, the core topics will span across lending, technology, governance and communications. Individual breakout sessions focus on specific industry sectors such as upstream, midstream, mining, and alternative fuels. Kayo Conference Series programming centers around creating deal flow and business opportunities. Through keynotes and breakout panels, you'll hear from industry leaders as they - [Morrison & Foerster- ScaleUp Speaker Series: Intellectual Property Basics](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-intellectual-property-basics/) - Your IP adds value to your company and learn about key issues that may prevent you from securing a patent. - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Raising Venture Capital Investment (Deal Terms and Structures)](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-raising-venture-capital-investment-deal-terms-and-structures-2/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Selling Your Startup](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-selling-your-startup/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Raising Angel Investment (including Convertible Note Financing)](https://nvca.org/event/scale-up-speaker-series-raising-angel-investment-including-convertible-note-financing/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a complimentary nine-part series for startup founders, executives, and investors on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly seminar will arm attendees with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Open Forum Recap](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-open-forum-recap/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Most Common Legal Mistakes of Startup Entrepreneurs](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series-most-common-legal-mistakes-of-startup-entrepreneurs/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Follow-On Venture Financing Complexities](https://nvca.org/event/morrison-foerster-scaleup-speaker-series/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a free nine-part series on the legal side of founding a startup. This weekly Friday webinar will arm you with the knowledge needed to manage the legal aspects of launching, funding, and growing a startup, with insights to avoid common mistakes that can have serious consequences down the road. Topics covered - [Making Precision Medicine a Reality in Immune-Mediated Diseases](https://nvca.org/event/making-precision-medicine-a-reality-in-immune-mediated-diseases/) - The complexity and heterogeneity of chronic immune diseases has led to barriers in the development of novel therapies and treatments for patients. However, by looking to the global ecosystem, harnessing scientific advances in understanding disease pathophysiology and identifying and employing biomarkers for mechanistic stratification, there is hope. Join Johnson & Johnson Innovation on September 29 - [Magnetic Collaboration Virtual Summit](https://nvca.org/event/magnetic-collaboration-virtual-summit/) - Join Cisco Investments for an insightful discussion about emerging innovation and investing trends in Hybrid Work. We’ll feature Cisco’s Collaboration executives and notable venture capitalists. We look forward to seeing you there! - [LP Office Hours: Foundations & Endowments](https://nvca.org/event/lp-office-hours-foundations-endowments/) - Venture Forward is hosting the next LP Office Hours program on November 16, 2021 and the application is now open! APPLY HERE Created in 2018 by NVCA, Greenspring Associates, and Venture Forward, LP Office Hours (LPOH) is an educational program for emerging VC fund managers from historically underrepresented backgrounds to connect with LPs, experienced GPs, and each other. LPOH: Spotlight - [LP Office Hours: Chicago](https://nvca.org/event/lp-office-hours-chicago/) - LP Office Hours (LPOH) is an opportunity for candid conversations around how emerging VC fund managers from diverse backgrounds and LPs can build stronger relationships. Venture Forward’s 7th LPOH will be held on Thursday, May 19 in Chicago, with: Panel w/a variety of LPs 1:1 Meetings with LPs 1:1 Meetings with experienced GPs Roundtable discussions - [Kayo Women’s Real Estate Investment Summit](https://nvca.org/event/kayo-womens-real-estate-investment-summit/) - The 2nd Annual Kayo Women’s Real Estate Investment Summit will build on the fantastic momentum created at the inaugural conference held in New York in 2017. With over 60 speakers and attendees from across the world, the summit showcases diverse perspectives on trends in real estate credit, multi-family, retail and the hospitality sector, as well - [Kayo Women’s Private Equity Conference](https://nvca.org/event/kayo-womens-private-equity-conference-2/) - For the 5th annual gathering, the conference will cover a diverse range of topics, including growth markets, succession planning & spin-offs, and investing in sectors such as Transportation, Healthcare Services, and Food & Beverage. Kayo Conference Series programming centers around creating deal flow and business opportunities. Through keynotes and breakout panels, you'll hear from industry - [Johnson & Johnson Innovation Event: Let’s Discuss the "still" Soaring Healthcare Investments in 2021 and beyond](https://nvca.org/event/johnson-johnson-innovation-event-lets-discuss-the-still-soaring-healthcare-investments-in-2021-and-beyond/) - Jonny’s back! Despite the continuation of COVID -19 through 2021, 2021 was a spectacular year for venture fundraising. Investment in every healthcare sector set records, and most experienced record IPO activity as well. With pullback in both investments and public market performance in late 2021, what will 2022 have in store? Jon will provide his - [Invite Only D2C Conference in San Francisco, 9/16 (Friday)](https://nvca.org/event/invite-only-d2c-conference-in-san-francisco-9-16-friday/) - Invite Only D2C Conference in San Francisco, 9/16 (Friday) Context Ventures is hosting an exclusive invite only D2C Conference. The D2C Con is happening on 9/16/22, Friday, from 9am-6pm at the Marines Memorial in San Francisco. This is an event for only C-suite execs, founders, and investors in the consumer space. At Context Ventures we - [INVESTORS ONLY — HAPPY DEMO-WEEN! (DEMO) DAY, Produced by 500 Startups](https://nvca.org/event/investors-only-happy-demo-ween-demo-day-produced-by-500-startups/) - INVESTORS ONLY — HAPPY DEMO-WEEN! (DEMO) DAY, Produced by 500 Startups: Calling all clowns, goblins & *serious* investors to attend a private viewing of our latest accelerator startups and hottest post-seed portfolio companies—expect solid KPIs & strong MoM growth. Attendees will get a look at the startups; meet the founders; network with other top-tier investors, - [INVESTORS ONLY — 500 STARTUPS DEMO DAY](https://nvca.org/event/investors-only-500-startups-demo-day/) - Join 500 Startups for a day of pitching & networking at our upcoming Demo Day, a private viewing of our latest accelerator startups and hottest post-seed portfolio companies—expect solid KPIs & strong MoM growth. Attendees will have the opportunity to check out the startups; meet the founders; and network with other top-tier investors, corporate strategics - [How ESG Drives Company Growth](https://nvca.org/event/how-esg-drives-company-growth/) - Public markets and consumers are emphasizing the importance of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG), which means entrepreneurs can and should build ESG into their company’s foundation from the outset. This event will highlight how to do that, as well as best practices in ESG. Investors are increasingly analyzing these non-financial factors when looking at - [Investors & the ‘Pipeline Problem’: How to Build Inclusive Portfolios For Angel & VC Investments – a 2 part discussion](https://nvca.org/event/investors-the-pipeline-problem-how-to-build-inclusive-portfolios-for-angel-vc-investments-a-2-part-discussion/) - For funding to reach underrepresented founders we need more BIPOC and Female investors to be able to make investment decisions. However, we also need current established and -mostly white- investors and funding groups to actively source -and fund- such founders. A key issue brought up in many conversations with investors is that of a ‘pipeline - [InterGrowth 2022](https://nvca.org/event/intergrowth-2022/) - "NVCA is offering members a special 10% off opportunity to attend ACG's InterGrowth conference in April. InterGrowth is the premier dealmaking conference in the middle market - offering one-on-one meeting technology and customized Deal Tables ensure you will find, meet, and make deals with the right people, in the best setting, and with the utmost - [Insights from the 2016 NVCA Yearbook](https://nvca.org/event/insights-from-the-2016-nvca-yearbook/) - NVCA will present a brief webinar on the 19th edition of NVCA’s annual Yearbook, which documents trends and analyses from the past year and summarizes the recent history of the venture capital ecosystem in the United States. Since the very first edition, the ecosystem has evolved and much has changed. One thing that has not - [In Celebration of Women’s History Month: Closing the Gap in Access to Capital](https://nvca.org/event/in-celebration-of-womens-history-month-closing-the-gap-in-access-to-capital/) - For entrepreneurs and early stage companies, raising capital can be challenging. For female entrepreneurs it can be even more challenging as they can experience gender bias in their efforts to be heard and to raise as much capital as their male counterparts. If you’re a woman of color, the numbers look even worse. In 2020, - [Immigrant Entrepreneurship in the Trump Era — a panel discussion and breakfast event](https://nvca.org/event/immigrant-entrepreneurship-trump-era-panel-discussion-breakfast-event/) - When: Tuesday, December 5 Time: 9:00-10:00 AM Where: Kleiner Perkins San Francisco 101 South Park Street, San Francisco, CA 94107 2017 has seen significant changes to immigration policy at the federal level, and many of these changes are impacting immigrant entrepreneurs ability to start and scale companies in the U.S. This panel will discuss recent - [IFC’s 18th Annual Global Private Equity Conference in association with EMPEA](https://nvca.org/event/ifcs-18th-annual-global-private-equity-conference-in-association-with-empea/) - EM PE Week in Washington DC featuring the 18th Annual Global Private Equity Conference: 09-12 May 2016 Main Conference Forum: 10-11 May 2016 Venue: The Ritz Carlton | Washington, D.C. For more information, please visit https://www.globalpeconference.com/ We are pleased to support the 18th Annual Global Private Equity Conference during EM PE Week in Washington, DC - [HPE Miami](https://nvca.org/event/hpe-miami/) - HPE Miami is McDermott Will & Emery's premier healthcare private equity event, which we've hosted for over 15 years and typically get an audience of 500+ senior investors, bankers, HC executives and other advisors to the healthcare services industry. Our external description includes: "McDermott Will & Emery’s 2022 HPE Miami is a must-attend event for - [Hardwood or Laminate…The Pros and Cons of Board Directorship](https://nvca.org/event/hardwood-laminatethe-pros-cons-board-directorship/) - Serving as a Board Director has its opportunities and challenges. Some CVCs choose to participate in the governance of their startup companies by taking director positions, while some do not. Join us at Noon Eastern on Friday, March 27th as corporate venture practitioners and other thought-leaders share their experiences regarding the ins and outs of - [GP + LP Global Summit: Diversity & Inclusion - Updates on Funds Addressing Underrepresented Communities](https://nvca.org/event/gp-lp-global-summit-diversity-inclusion-updates-on-funds-addressing-underrepresented-communities/) - Morrison & Foerster is pleased to invite you to the 2021 GP + LP Global Summit Series. Throughout the month of October, we will host a series of webinars focused on timely topics impacting the global investment community. Diversity & Inclusion: Updates On Funds Addressing Underrepresented Communities Thursday, October 7, 2021 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 - [GAIM Ops West Event Alternative Investment Operations Conference](https://nvca.org/event/gaim-ops-west-event-alternative-investment-operations-conference/) - GAIM Ops West brings together 300+ leading COOs, CFOs, CCOs, GCs, Head of ODD and more to discuss trends, challenges, share experience and expertise. Creating a sustainable and successful alternatives industry. Meet operations and compliance leaders from hedge funds, private equity, venture capital and multi-strategy/hybrid funds, as well as the largest community of heads of - [Founders’ Leadership Series with Peggy Johnson, EVP Business Development, Microsoft](https://nvca.org/event/founders-leadership-series-peggy-johnson-evp-business-development-microsoft/) - Since joining Microsoft in 2014, Peggy Johnson has been at the center of closing some of the biggest and most surprising deals in Microsoft’s history. Now Microsoft’s “chief dealmaker” will be at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center February 6th for an in-depth look at how business development accelerates innovation at the company and creates value for - [Founders’ Leadership Series with Arlan Hamilton of Backstage Capital](https://nvca.org/event/founders-leadership-series-with-arlan-hamilton-of-backstage-capital/) - In 2015, Arlan Hamilton was on food stamps and sleeping on the floor of the San Francisco airport with nothing but an old laptop and a dream of breaking into the venture capital business. She couldn’t understand why people starting companies all looked the same (white and male), and she wanted the chance to invest - [Foreign Money, Foreign Workers, Unfriendly Rules<br />Speakers: Manny Stockman (Osage University Partners), Moderator Josephine Aiello LeBeau (WSGR)](https://nvca.org/event/foreign-money-foreign-workers-unfriendly-rules/) - Preparing Venture-Backed Companies for Export-Control-Related Business Shifts Speakers: Manny Stockman (Osage University Partners) + Moderator Josephine Aiello LeBeau (WSGR) - [FoodBytes! by Rabobank](https://nvca.org/event/foodbytes-by-rabobank/) - Join FoodBytes! by Rabobank for the culmination of this year’s Pitch program on the virtual stage. The interactive broadcast will begin with two keynote panels on F&A trends featuring a mix of FoodBytes! startup alumni and corporate and investor members, followed by the Pitch competition, where fifteen food and agriculture startups who will present three - [Fidelity Charitable® and Nasdaq Event: Entrepreneurs in Philanthropy](https://nvca.org/event/fidelity-charitable-nasdaq-event-entrepreneurs-philanthropy/) - Please join Fidelity Charitable® in conjunction with The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center for a landmark event connecting advisors, entrepreneurs, investors, and philanthropists to discover new approaches, explore innovative practices and share insights on charitable trends. Be inspired by stories from our distinguished panel of entrepreneurs featuring Jesse Fink (Priceline and MissionPoint Partners) and Daniel Lurie (Tipping - [Fidelity Charitable® and Nasdaq Event: Entrepreneurs in Philanthropy](https://nvca.org/event/fidelity-charitable-nasdaq-event-entrepreneurs-philanthropy-2/) - Please join Fidelity Charitable® in conjunction with The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center for a landmark event connecting advisors, entrepreneurs, investors, and philanthropists to discover new approaches, explore innovative practices and share insights on charitable trends. Be inspired by stories from our distinguished panel of entrepreneurs featuring Jesse Fink (Priceline and MissionPoint Partners) and Daniel Lurie (Tipping - [FedTech’s Fall ’19 Startup Studio Pitch Day and Networking Event](https://nvca.org/event/fedtechs-fall-19-startup-studio-pitch-day-and-networking-event/) - Please join FedTech and our sponsors for the Fall ’19 Startup Studio Pitch Day and networking event! The Startup Studio focuses on building early-stage venture teams around cutting edge innovations from our country’s premiere labs. Our Pitch Day brings together our network in celebration of our 9 teams in this cohort. There will be great - [Fall M&A Bootcamp: The Ultimate Guide to Mergers & Acquisitions](https://nvca.org/event/fall-ma-bootcamp-the-ultimate-guide-to-mergers-acquisitions/) - Join us for an M&A Bootcamp featuring experts and founders from KPMG, Wilson Sonsini, and Woodruff Sawyer. Interested in understanding current best practices in being acquired or acquiring startups in 2021? The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and our partners will present an update on the current M&A environment, discuss best practices to position yourself for future - [EXPORT CONTROLS AND SANCTIONS – YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS AVAILABLE THERE?](https://nvca.org/event/export-controls-and-sanctions-you-cant-make-this-available-there/) - • Introduction to export control and sanctions regimes • Application to internet and life sciences technologies/services/products/data -Melissa Mannino (Of Counsel, WSGR) moderator -Matt Borman (Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Industry & Security) -Julie Salcido (Senior Manager, Trade Compliance and Investigations, FLIR Systems Inc.) -Robert Monjay (Foreign Affairs Officer, Office of Regulatory and Multilateral Affairs Division, US Department of State) - [DoD Market Traction](https://nvca.org/event/dod-market-traction/) - In partnership with the Defense Innovation Unit, join NVCA and a panel of experts to learn more about success stories involving government and private sector partnerships. - [Evaluating Public Listing Alternatives](https://nvca.org/event/evaluating-public-listing-alternatives/) - Join EY, in partnership with NVCA, for a webinar that will provide a real-time update on the key public listing trends, highlighting the similarities, differences, and challenges of how alternative exits such as SPACs and direct listings inform firm decision-making processes. - [Emerging Managers Webinar Series Part I: Everything You Need To Know Before You Meet LPs ](https://nvca.org/event/emerging-managers-webinar-series-part-everything-need-know-meet-lps/) - NVCA is launching an Emerging Managers webinar series in in partnership with Assure Services to help venture capital managers reach key milestones. This webinar series will cover content for five key topics: 1) limited partner engagement, fund launch and fund management 2) portfolio development 3) operational support 4) career development 5) public policy matters. Please join us - [Enhancing Women’s Access to Capital](https://nvca.org/event/enhancing-womens-access-capital/) - Coinciding with the first day of spring, on March 20, 2018, The Embassy of Canada will host Enhancing Women’s Access to Capital, an authoritative event designed to promote solutions to the challenges women face in securing the capital needed to grow their businesses. According to Fortune and other recognized sources, women-led companies made up less - [Effective Comms Strategies for Navigating Crypto & Financial Downturn](https://nvca.org/event/effective-comms-strategies-for-navigating-crypto-financial-downturn/) - When: Thursday, September 29 Time: 3pm-5pm PT with happy hour to follow Where: Battery Ventures, 260 Townsend St., 7th Floor, San Francisco Join this event, presented for the NVCA Strategic Communications Peer Group, to learn about: Strategic communications for navigating crypto, blockchain, and fintech. Best practices for communicating through economic uncertainty, including advice for founders and - [Driving Growth with Big Ideas - Private Capital’s Role in Global Innovation](https://nvca.org/event/driving-growth-big-ideas-private-capitals-role-global-innovation/) - On behalf of the Private Capital Research Institute (PCRI) I am pleased to invite you to our inaugural event in Silicon Valley on April 1st, 2015, to be co-sponsored by PCRI and the Brookings Institution with host GSV Asset Management: Driving Growth with Big Ideas Private Capital’s Role in Global Innovation Featuring Keynote Speaker Peter - [Distributed Valley presents: Remote Work– Hype or Huge Venture Opportunity?](https://nvca.org/event/distributed-valley-presents-remote-work-hype-or-huge-venture-opportunity/) - When: 12PM - 2:00PM PST | 3PM - 5:00PM EST | Thursday Oct. 3rd 2019 Duration: 120-minutes Where: Remo.co Conference (online face to face networking platform) Remote work is becoming the rage now, with an increasing number of companies building tools to cater for this distributed way of working. More startups are becoming distributed as they face - [Developing your Recruiting Strategy](https://nvca.org/event/developing-your-recruiting-strategy/) - Learn about the tactics, strategies, and timing to turn your headcount plan into the new team members you need to achieve your goals. Join this workshop to discuss: Realistic timeline targets for recruitment Backwards design of the recruiting timeline so you know when to “start” ABR: Always Be Recruiting Developing a candidate pipeline for your - [Deal Forum – Salt Lake City](https://nvca.org/event/deal-forum-salt-lake-city/) - This Deal Forum is a live pitch event and will feature a number of entrepreneurs who are seeking capital for their ventures. This event is designed specifically to provide a safe venue where entrepreneurs can pitch their ventures to a panel of investors for the sole purpose of receiving feedback on their venture, pitch content, - [Data-Driven Technology Development— IP Ownership and Rights](https://nvca.org/event/data-driven-technology-development-ip-ownership-and-rights/) - As businesses across industries turn to artificial intelligence and machine learning for insights, data is driving innovation and technology development. Who owns the underlying data and the resulting technology? How can restrictions on data use limit the resulting technology applications? Companies need to keep pace tracking and monitoring intellectual property ownership and rights in this - [COVID’s Impact on Employment Law: What’s Temporary and What’s Permanent?](https://nvca.org/event/covids-impact-on-employment-law-whats-temporary-and-whats-permanent/) - Businesses have never faced a challenge like the past year. As the economy shows early signs of improvement, and vaccines provide hope for some return to normalcy, businesses and VCs need to update their policies and practices for the new way we work. Join SixFifty for an informative session that is open to all. NVCA - [Corporate Venture Mentor Studio – Evolution of CVC Structures](https://nvca.org/event/corporate-venture-mentor-studio-evolution-of-cvc-structures/) - When: Friday, May 15 When: 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET Who: NVCA Members Only Jim Adler, Managing Director, Toyota AI Ventures will discuss the range of CVC structures in the market today, including the organization of his team and how Toyota arrived at this model. This workshop will be a chance to compare and contrast - [Commercializing University-Based Life Science Innovation](https://nvca.org/event/commercializing-university-based-life-science-innovation/) - Join Arch, in partnership with NVCA, for a panel discussion on Commercializing University-Based Life Science Innovation led by experts in the field. Panelists for this discussion include Luba Greenwood, Managing Partner of the Dana Farber Cancer Institute Venture Fund; Meredith Fisher of the Innovation Fund, and Sam T. Liss of OTD. - [CFIUS 2.0: CFIUS Members Explain the New CFIUS Operating System <br/> Speakers: David Stapleton (Defense), Emily Kilcrease (USTR), Sanchi Jayaram (Justice), Christa Brzozowski (DHS), and Moderator Josh Gruenspecht (WSGR)](https://nvca.org/event/cfius-2-0/) - CFIUS 2.0: CFIUS Members Explain the New CFIUS Operating System Speakers: David Stapleton (Defense), Emily Kilcrease (USTR), Sanchi Jayaram (Justice), Christa Brzozowski (DHS), and Moderator Josh Gruenspecht (WSGR) - [Capital Call - Fintech](https://nvca.org/event/capital-call-fintech/) - Capital Call connects investors to curated companies. This virtual event will be attended by fintech experts and investors from across the country. The virtual event will kick off with a fireside chat between Cooley partner Nancy Wojtas and Scott Kupor of Andreessen Horowitz. We will then listen to seed and venture-stage fintech companies present five-minute, rapid-fire pitches. Following the presentations, - [Big Forces in CVC-3 Part Series](https://nvca.org/event/big-forces-in-cvc-3-part-series/) - NVCA, in partnership with Sidley, presents “Big Forces in CVC,” a 3-part series examining key themes shaping corporate venture in 2021 and beyond. Session 1: What does it mean to structure a venture fund? Session 2: IP Management in CVC Session 3: ESG in CVC - [Big Forces in CVC](https://nvca.org/event/big-forces-in-cvc/) - Session 2: IP Management in CVC - [Big Forces in CVC](https://nvca.org/event/big-forces-in-cvc-2/) - Session 3: ESG in CVC - [Best Practices for Building a VC Fund Mgr](https://nvca.org/event/best-practices-for-building-a-vc-fund-mgr/) - NVCA and experts from ACA Group and Northgate Capital will walk through best practices for building and implementing a compliance program at a VC fund manager. - [Best Practice for Building a VC Fund Mgr](https://nvca.org/event/best-practice-for-building-a-vc-fund-mgr/) - NVCA and experts from ACA Group and Northgate Capital will walk through best practices for building and implementing a compliance program at a VC fund manager. - [AI’s Role in Transforming Healthcare](https://nvca.org/event/ais-role-in-transforming-healthcare/) - SPEAKER: Michele Colucci Founder/Managing Partner, DigitalDx Ventures The Conference Lobby LiveTM Event Agenda • 15-minutes "AI’s Role in Transforming Healthcare" by Michele Colucci, Founder/Managing Partner, DigitalDx Ventures • 20-minutes of 1:1 Networking, four minutes each session • 20-minute 3-4 person breakout sessions to discuss the morning's topic Each person: One-minute introduction Our Value Proposition • - [6th Annual NVCA/EY CFO Development Summit – Save the Date!](https://nvca.org/event/nvcaey-annual-cfo-summit-save-the-date/) - Designed exclusively by and for venture capital firm CFOs to help better position you as a critical member of your firm’s leadership team. Invest a day in yourself! Your role as a CFO in leading a successful VC firm of the future continues to evolve and dramatically expand. CFOs who enjoy the greatest personal success - [5th Annual DataTribe Challenge](https://nvca.org/event/5th-annual-datatribe-challenge/) - This annual competition brings together the best entrepreneurs in the world looking to disrupt cybersecurity and data science. Startup Submissions are due August 31, 2022. - [500 Startups Demo Day (Batch 16) — INVESTORS ONLY](https://nvca.org/event/500-startups-demo-day-batch-16-investors/) - Join 500 Startups for a day of pitching & networking at our upcoming Demo Day, a private viewing of our latest accelerator startups and hottest Series A portfolio companies—expect solid KPIs & strong MoM growth. Attendees will have the opportunity to check out the startups; meet the founders; and network with other top-tier investors, corporate - [2019 NVCA Leadership Gala](https://nvca.org/event/2019-nvca-leadership-gala/) - Now in its third year as a standalone occasion, the Leadership Gala has grown to be NVCA’s premier annual gathering. This must-attend event celebrates the venture industry and honors those who have made significant contributions to foster innovation, advance technology and drive new company formation. Nominations are now closed for the NVCA annual awards. Last year’s - [12th Annual Women’s Private Equity Summit (WPES)](https://nvca.org/event/12th-annual-womens-private-equity-summit-wpes/) - The 12th annual Women's Private Equity Summit will be held at its new location, the spectacular Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, (Southern) California, on March 13 – 15, 2019. As always, the Summit will bring together an impressive group of 550+ private equity and venture capital leaders for two days of high-level discussion and - [“The Way Forward”, full day conference](https://nvca.org/event/way-forward-full-day-conference/) - Baker & McKenzie has the pleasure of inviting you to a full day of focused, high-level discussions on navigating the business and legal environment in Latin America and beyond. From key cases that are shaping the region’s commercial climate to the renewed importance of corporate compliance and gender diversity in both North and Latin America, - ["The Rise of the Female Entrepreneur" at The Montgomery Summit](https://nvca.org/event/the-rise-of-the-female-entrepreneur-at-the-montgomery-summit/) - In 2014, THE MONTGOMERY SUMMIT introduced the Female Founders program to highlight the rising role of female entrepreneurs and investors in the technology world. In 2015, THE MONTGOMERY SUMMIT kicked-off with a 300+ person private reception for female entrepreneurs, investors, and executives. Attendees enjoyed keynotes and panel discussions with some of the most prominent women in - ["Bias" Film Screening & Panel Discussion](https://nvca.org/event/bias-film-screening-panel-discussion/) - About this Event Join us for an at-home film screening of the documentary 'Bias' and a virtual conversation about how implicit bias is impacting venture capital across the country. Presented by JumpStart, CincyTech, Rev1 Ventures, the Entrepreneur Center and TechGrowth Ohio, this event is intended to induce meaningful change in entrepreneurial ecosystems throughout the US, - [Women’s Private Capital Summit](https://nvca.org/event/womens-private-capital-summit/) - The Women’s Private Capital Summit (previously called the Women’s Alternative Investment Summit) is an annual high-level, content-rich event for women in private equity, venture capital, private credit, real estate, real assets, and infrastructure: GPs, LPs, and the professionals who advise them. Now in its 13th year, the event is produced by Falk Marques Group, the organization - [Morrison & Foerster Scaleup Speaker Series: Intellectual Property Basics](https://nvca.org/event/scale-up-speaker-series-intellectual-property-basics/) - Morrison & Foerster offers a complimentary nine-part series for startup founders, executives, and investors on the legal side of founding a startup. 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