NuFund Venture Group

?? Exciting News from NuFund Venture Group! ?? NuFund, a new wave of angel investors with a venture fund model investing in technology leaders, proudly announces the triumphant full deployment of its $5.6 million 2023 Annual Fund. With 350 investor members and 17 groundbreaking companies in our portfolio, we've redefined the investment game by combining the agility of angel investing with the power of venture capital. ?? Major achievements, including a $1 billion exit and reaching our 100th investment milestone, underscore NuFund's strategic investment approach, robust support mechanisms, and unwavering commitment to fostering emerging technology leaders. ?? #InvestmentSuccess #AngelInvesting #VentureCapital #TechLeaders #NuFundVentureGroup #Innovation #TechInvestments

??One of our own NuFund Venture Group Members, Fatih Ulupinar has been recognized among the world’s top inventors, with an impressive 1,351 patent applications and 619 Issued Patents to his name.. ?? ??Having someone like Fatih, with his depth of expertise and innovation, is a significant asset to the NuFund Venture Group. It reflects the caliber of minds within our network and the collective strength of our brain trust.?? ??Based on the information from the List of prolific inventors (https://lnkd.in/ga3ksM-S), inventors with 500 to 1,000 patents generally fall within the 100 to 200 range of top patent holders worldwide. With 619 issued patents, Fatih Ulupinar likely ranks somewhere in this bracket, making him one of the most prolific inventors globally. ?? Fatih is also part of our affectionate "Qualcomm Mafia,"?? a group of nearly 40 members at NuFund who previously worked at Qualcomm. It seems all the best Qualcomm innovators eventually find their way to NuFund, drawn by our familiar BrainTrust and the close-knit friendships they’ve developed along the way. Like at Qualcomm, they continue to drive cutting-edge innovation here, enriching our community with their collective expertise.?? At NuFund, innovation runs deep. Around 30% of our members hail from technical and academic backgrounds, with many being inventors themselves. This deep reservoir of talent is a key advantage when conducting due diligence on complex, technical deals, and it provides startups with unparalleled support—the kind of technical insights that few other investors can offer. ????? Congratulations, Fatih, on this incredible milestone! ??? Your achievements inspire us all and exemplify what happens when passion meets dedication and innovation. #TechInnovation #RAndD #VentureCapital #VentureCapital #VentureCapital #Invention #PatentRanking #TurkishInventor #TurkInventorRanking List: https://lnkd.in/dSsYgfB2

#InnovationDay is going to be a great event for the San Diego startup scene, and I want to thank Connect and Mike Krenn for their leadership in organizing such an impactful day for our community. A special shout-out to fellow NuFund Venture Group member Amy Duncan and The Brink SBDC for the incredible work they do in supporting early-stage startups. Their efforts truly make a difference in helping innovative companies grow and thrive in our region. I'm looking forward to judging alongside a very talented group of fellow judges—Maria Gonzalez-Blanch, JJ Richa, and Hem Suri. Our job won’t be easy as all three finalists—Alleo Labs (J Ross, Ph.D.), Ascender Systems (Jorge M.), and Lanuaria Therapeutics (Elena Brin)—are solving real problems in innovative ways with excellent leadership teams. The competition will be tough, but I know that whoever wins will be a worthy choice.

NuFund Venture Group has just launched a LinkedIn newsletter, offering a closer look at the ideas, investments, and innovations shaping our community. It’s a way to stay connected and dive deeper into what’s happening behind the scenes. In the first edition, we feature: ? Our investment in Synvect using CRISPR tech to combat mosquito-borne diseases ? A new book from NuFund member Faisal Mushtaq Mushtaq on driving innovation with XOps ? Thought-provoking insights from few of our members Kobe Bogaert, Amy Duncan , and Pankaj Kedia If you’re curious to see more, feel free to subscribe and follow along.

?? Excited to share the first issue of Nufund Highlights! Stay updated with the latest news, events, and insights from our community by subscribing to our LinkedIn newsletter!

We are excited to be building NuFund’s next cluster of companies and investors in Austin - one of the most exciting and dynamic startup markets in the US!

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Zeynep Ilgaz, thank you for hosting the Lady Angels group at NuFund Venture Group. The event was a delightful journey back to Istanbul with Turkish snacks/treats, Turkish Tea/Coffee, Turkish gift bags, and mesmerizing sights from the beautiful country on the big screen TV. The Lady Angels, a sub-group within NuFund Venture Group started by Melanie Singer Spiegelman, offers us incredible opportunities to network and develop meaningful friendships. What I find truly remarkable about this angel investment community is that no matter which company pitches at our monthly meetings, there is always someone in the room with deep industry knowledge and valuable connections. We bring not just funding, but smart money—investors who understand the industry, grasp the business, and can leverage their connections. We warmly invite other women to join us in funding the innovation of tomorrow and becoming part of this dynamic and inspiring community. Serhat Pala and Ashok Kamal, I wish I knew everyone's name at the event to tag them on this post.

??? The NEW NuFund Community Newsletter arrived this morning in the Inboxes of NuFund stakeholders (entrepreneurs, co-investors, guests, etc.) > https://lnkd.in/g4vgeaU4 Updates provided on recent PR, portfolio companies, upcoming events, and NuFund’s cluster launch in Austin, TX ?? Thank you all for your support!

?? NuFund’s Expansion into Austin is off to a Flying Start! ?? Our inaugural Austin Cluster Pitch Event (link: https://lnkd.in/eJEGQHmS) has set the stage for exciting new opportunities! With the participation of both our dedicated NuFunders and some of Austin’s finest, the event was a fantastic success. Special thanks to James Burkett for leading the event to support his "relatively new" hometown Austin and Jason Scharf for sharing the unique strengths of Austin's startup ecosystem. And Ashok Kamal, thank you for the leadership. We were thrilled to see interest from our members and to witness Austin’s potential firsthand. The synergy between our teams is palpable, and this is just the beginning. ?? The startups that presented: Sluicebox (?connects the electronics value chain with carbon intelligence) - Sarah Tang SymbyAI (leveraging AI to automate scientific review)?- Ashia Lewis-Livaudais Alva Health Inc. –?(high stroke diagnostics) - Sandra Saldana, PhD, MBA Founding Titans – (relationship management platform designed for startup founders) - Gabriel Rucker blackdot (an innovative tattoo company & existing NuFund portfolio company on its next growth phase) - Joel Pennington These companies showcased true innovation, and we're excited to explore how NuFund Venture Group can support their journey to success. With the momentum from this event, we’re eager to continue our expansion and deepen our ties in Austin. Austin, we’re here to stay! If you’re an angel investor, founder, or have ideas on how to strengthen this ecosystem, let’s connect. #NuFund #AustinStartups #VentureCapital #AngelInvesting #PitchEvent #AustinAngelInvestors