New York Ventures

NY Tech Week is just around the corner, and the New York Ventures team is incredibly excited to be co-hosting "Make it Here, Scale it Everywhere." We look forward to connecting with founders, investors, and operators across both the private and public sectors who are shaping the future of innovation in New York City. A special thanks to our co-hosts and partners at Rebalance Capital, New York City Economic Development Corporation, and H/L Ventures, as well as Summer and CircleEngage, for teaming up with us to make this happen. See you all next week! #NYTechWeek #Innovation #VentureCapital #NYVentures #TechEcosystem

We are incredibly proud to feature Somak Chattopadhyay, Founder and Managing Partner at Armory Square Ventures, as a panelist for our NY Tech Week emerging manager event on June 4th. Somak founded Armory Square Ventures in 2014, which has over $100 million in capital under management and has generated top decile returns for institutions, family offices, and university endowments tied to New York State. He was an early investor in ACV Auctions and BentoBox, among numerous other high growth technology companies. Somak's perspective is especially valuable given his deep commitment to fueling innovation outside of major coastal capitals and his unique vantage point serving on New York State's Emerging Technology Advisory Board, chaired by IBM CEO Arvind Krishna on behalf of Governor Kathy Hochul. #NYTechWeek #VentureCapital #EmergingManagers #NewYorkVentures #ArmorySquareVentures

Empire State Development is joining TECH WEEK by a16z in New York City! From R&D support to global expansion strategies, we’re showcasing how NYS empowers life science innovators to thrive. Hear from the experts and the grantees who have turned state resources into success stories. Don't miss out on the conversation shaping the future of #NYSLifeSciences, join us for our Tech Week event '🗽 The Founder’s Guide to NYS Resources: From R&D to Global Expansion'. 📅 June 1, 10am-12pm 🔗 Space is limited! Register here today: https://bit.ly/4tDvCwW #NYTechWeek

We couldn’t be more excited to introduce Rachel ten Brink, General Partner and Co-Founder of Red Bike Capital, as a panelist for our NY Tech Week emerging manager event on June 4th. Rachel brings a rare combination of founder, operator, and investor experience to the table. Before launching Red Bike Capital, she co-founded Scentbird (YC-backed and top 2% by revenue), scaling it to over $300 million in ARR. She also spent two decades building billion-dollar brands at Fortune 500 companies including L'Oreal, Procter and Gamble, Estee Lauder, and Elizabeth Arden, and was an active angel investor backing 32 companies before founding Red Bike. As a founder who has navigated the fundraising journey firsthand and as an investor backing the next generation of category defining companies, Rachel has a deep understanding of what it takes to build from both sides of the table and will provide a unique perspective on the panel. #NYTechWeek #VentureCapital #EmergingManagers #NewYorkVentures #RedBikeCapital

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with New York Ventures’ Managing Director, Jennifer Tegan, who will be moderating what is sure to be an incredible fireside chat with Anna Topol, former CTO of IBM Research at Upstate Venture Connect’s next Office Hours on June 18th at the University at Albany. Founders can also apply for 1:1 office hours to get tailored feedback. To register click the link below: https://bit.ly/4wNywkV

We are thrilled to welcome Brian Hollins, Founder and Managing Partner at Collide Capital, as a panelist for our NY Tech Week emerging manager event on June 4th. Prior to Collide Capital, Brian spent six years at Goldman Sachs, where he helped launch the Emerging Entrepreneurs Coverage group and assisted in deploying over $100 million of capital for GS Growth Equity. He is a Founding Board Member of BLCK VC, a Kauffman Fellow Class of ‘26, a member of the Milken Institute Young Leaders Circle, and a CFA Charterholder. In 2020, he also founded the Takeoff Institute, equipping Black undergraduate students with the resources and mentorship needed to launch successful professional careers. Brian is committed to expanding access and opportunity within venture capital, building institutions that create pathways for the next generation of investors and founders, and we cannot wait to have him on the panel. #NYTechWeek #VentureCapital #EmergingManagers #NewYorkVentures #CollideCapital

Excited to share that New York Ventures is co-hosting Inside the Capital Stack: Emerging Managers & LPs as part of #NYTechWeek alongside Venture Forward and supported by Carta. In a market defined by volatility, conservative LP strategies, and extended fundraising timelines, we are bringing together emerging VC managers and limited partners for an open, candid conversation on what it actually takes to raise capital today. Our featured panelists Brian Hollins, Founder and Managing Partner of Collide Capital, Rachel ten Brink, General Partner and Founder of Red Bike Capital, and Somak Chattopadhyay, Managing Partner of Armory Square Ventures will discuss how the fundraising landscape is evolving and how managers can position themselves for long-term success. This event is designed to be a dedicated space for limited partners and emerging managers to connect, and we hope attendees are able to share insights and foster meaningful relationships. Thursday, June 4 | 9:00 AM ET RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gPJgeHrf #NYTechWeek #VentureCapital #EmergingManagers #LimitedPartners #FamilyOffices #VCFundraising #NewYorkVentures #VentureForward

Excited to share that New York Ventures is co-hosting Inside the Capital Stack: Emerging Managers & LPs as part of #NYTechWeek alongside Venture Forward In a market defined by volatility, conservative LP strategies, and extended fundraising timelines, we are bringing together emerging VC managers and limited partners for an open, candid conversation on what it actually takes to raise capital today. What to expect: • A panel featuring emerging managers and limited partners who have recently hit meaningful milestones in their fundraising journey • Honest dialogue on how the fundraising landscape is evolving and how managers can position themselves for long-term success • A dedicated space for family offices and emerging managers to connect and build relationships Co-hosted by: Venture Forward Supported by: Carta Thursday, June 4 | 9:00 AM ET RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gPJgeHrf

New York Ventures is thrilled to officially welcome ESAI 🔮 and Wiggle Room | Daycare Management Simplified to our Pre-Seed and Seed Fund portfolio! ESAI is an AI platform that helps students translate who they are into education and workforce opportunities, while Wiggle Room is a mobile-first, all-in-one operating system for small and mid-sized childcare providers. We are incredibly excited to partner with both of these innovative teams and support their growth and impact across New York State. Learn how to apply to the Pre-Seed and Seed Fund here: https://lnkd.in/gS-NY_NY

New York Ventures is excited to participate in CREW Carbon’s $25M funding round through our Innovation Venture Capital Fund. US wastewater plants process 30B+ gallons of sewage a day. Most are near or beyond capacity, and major upgrades can cost $100M-$500M. CREW built a system that increases plant capacity by up to 60% (without any construction or permits) while permanently removing CO2. More from The Wall Street Journal below: https://lnkd.in/eresZ5fS