Bruin Ventures

Join us on March 3rd at 6 PM for an inspiring evening of networking, insights, and connection as we introduce one of Asia’s largest Deep Tech Startup Competitions — the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC)! With over $1 million in prizes, this is your chance to meet like-minded innovators and potential collaborators over great food, drinks, and exciting conversation. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of something transformative (use the QR code below to RSVP)!

BV recently hosted our Professional Night where our members were thrilled to meet insightful candidates and hear their stories. We would like to thank Luca Traverso, former BV president and UCLA alum, for taking the time out to share his extensive experiences in entrepreneurship and working in a VC studio, while offering invaluable advice to our attendees. Lastly, cheers to BRēZ for keeping us hydrated and focused throughout our recruitement season!

?? Updated Timeline: Please note that Professional Night will now be on Jan 22 from 7-10pm PST. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and remember to stay tuned for future updates!

We recently wrapped up our Fall ‘24 project cycle where we had the amazing opportunity to work with 3 companies across various sectors ?? A huge shoutout to our hardworking PMs as well as our analysts for their dedication and commitment to their work! ???? ?? Symphonic Capital in early-stage startups tackling healthcare and wealth inequality, typically in $1-3M rounds under $10M valuations. ?? Elysian Park Ventures is the Dodgers’ VC arm, focused on sports-tech and accelerating innovation at all stages through its venture studio (backed StellarAlgo, a fan data platform used by major sports teams). ??NOWADAYS is a pioneer in cannabis drinks, offering THC-infused, non-alcoholic spirits.

We recently had an enriching Professional Night at BV where we were honored to host Jerry Weitzman, a UCLA alum with a remarkable career in startups, tech, and now venture capital. During the evening, Jerry shared his illustrious experiences, ranging from navigating an early career during the dot com era, to leading sales at Databricks, to his more recent endeavors into venture capital, and the state of AI. His stories of resilience and success resonated deeply with our members, inspiring us all to pursue our passions with adaptability and curiosity. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for this special event and to Key Energy Drink for the delightful refreshments! We’re excited to continue fostering a vibrant community at Bruin Ventures, where we empower each other to grow and succeed.

?? As we step into the new season, we’re thrilled to announce our Fall ‘24 recruitment is officially underway! ?? Ready to embark on this journey with us? Check out our recruitment timeline and discover the opportunities that await. Let’s make this season unforgettable! ??

Bruin Ventures recently wrapped up our Spring 2024 project cycle working with 5 amazing companies across various industries! ?? We are so proud of all our analysts for their consistent dedication and hard work. ?? Also, a huge shoutout to our fantastic PMs for their exceptional leadership this quarter! ?? HP Tech Ventures is HP’s VC arm, investing in early-stage startups in #3Dprinting, #AI, #immersivecomputing, and #cybersecurity. ?? Draper Associates ($230M Fund Size) is a top Silicon Valley VC firm founded by Tim Draper, with notable investments in Skype, Tesla, Robinhood, and Coinbase. This is our third engagement with Draper Associates and we couldn't be more grateful for a client like them! ?? BITKRAFT Ventures is a leading VC firm specializing in #esports and #interactiveentertainment, investing in early and mid-stage #gaming startups worldwide ($1B+ AUM). ?? New York Life Ventures is New York Life Insurance Company's VC arm investing in early-stage startups in #financialservices and #insurance, offering capital, expertise, and partnerships to drive innovation and growth in the #fintech and #insurance sectors. ?? Culture Pop Soda is a #functionalbeverage company that blends pop culture with refreshing drinks, offering flavors inspired by iconic references and fostering a community connected by shared passions and nostalgia ($25.5M Total Funding).

The Future Founders Summit, hosted by Bruin Ventures, was a success! ?? On May 24th, we gathered at the James Bridges Theater at UCLA to listen to our accomplished panelists share their insights into the world of startups and entrepreneurship, their experiences with creating companies, and their advice for those starting out. We want to give a heartfelt thank-you to Brian Lee, Jonathan Z., and Todd Terrazas for coming out to UCLA to chat with us. We had an amazing time and gained a lot of personalized advice and inspiration for our own entrepreneurial journeys. Thank you to our attendees for making this event unforgettable, Roger Cheng for being such a wonderful moderator, and for our organizing team, led by Luke Nichols for making this possible. Together, we're empowering the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders at UCLA! ? #FutureFoundersSummit #Entrepreneurship #UCLA #Startups #BruinVentures

?? Exciting Event Upcoming! ?? ?? Join us at The Future Founders Summit, hosted by Bruin Ventures! ?? ?? Date: May 24th ?? Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ??? Location: James Bridges Theater, UCLA Discover insights from our distinguished panelists: ?? Brian Lee: A prominent entrepreneur and venture capitalist known for co-founding successful startups like LegalZoom, ShoeDazzle, and The Honest Company. Recognized as one of the most successful entrepreneurs by Forbes and awarded Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young. ?? Ross McCray: Co-Founder and CEO of VideoAmp, driving convergence between linear TV and digital advertising. Recognized by Forbes as a 30 under 30 and Entrepreneur as a 25 under 40. ?? Jonathan Z.: Serial entrepreneur and co-founder of AppOnboard. Previously founded AdColony, which was sold for $350 million in 2014. Inspired by Nike co-founder Phil Knight's book "Shoe Dog," Zweig is committed to creating impactful platforms through emerging technologies. ?? Todd Terrazas: President of AI LA Community, focusing on the transparent use of artificial intelligence for a more informed world. Social entrepreneur and creator of Brainitch, an emergency response system for music festivals. ?? Engage directly with our panelists during the interactive Q&A session and gain personalized advice for your entrepreneurial journey. ?? Network with like-minded peers during the mixer and build connections to drive your entrepreneurial aspirations forward. Register now at https://lnkd.in/gUnhTFJm! Priority will be given to UCLA affiliates. Don't miss this opportunity to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders at UCLA. For more information, see https://lnkd.in/gxce5VAu. See you at The Future Founders Summit! ?? #FutureFoundersSummit #Entrepreneurship #UCLA

Bruin Ventures just finished off our Winter 2024 Project Cycle working with 5 incredible companies! We couldn't be more proud of our analysts, many of whom completed their first projects, for putting in so much hard work. We also wanted to give our wonderful PMs a huge shoutout for their leadership and diligence this quarter! ?? ?? AVP (AXA Venture Partners) is a venture capital firm investing in #highgrowth, tech-enabled companies. (~$1.73B USD Fund Size) ?? RapidSOS links life-saving #data to first responders through their comprehensive intelligence #safety platform. ($300M+ Total Funding) ?? BeatBox Beverages is an innovative beverage company looking to make “The World’s Tastiest Party Punch” (Mark Cuban $1M Investment on Shark Tank). ?? ScOp Venture Capital stands for scalable opportunities, they invest in early-stage #SaaS startups. (52 Total Investments) ??Guava Health empowers patients to organize and take control of their health through tracking their #medical records, fitness devices, and lab tests. (ScOp VC Portfolio Company)