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Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Michigan, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Seed
Industries
  • Fintech
  • AI
  • Health Tech
  • Blockchain
  • Web3
About
Red Cedar Ventures MSU Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the transformative research initiatives at Michigan State University. By bridging the gap between groundbreaking innovations and the marketplace, the foundation plays a pivotal role in commercializing technologies developed by the university's researchers, students, and faculty. Additionally, Red Cedar Ventures fosters economic development in the region by nurturing entrepreneurial efforts and supporting startups that emerge from the university's rich research ecosystem. Through strategic partnerships and comprehensive resources, the foundation empowers the next generation of innovators to bring their ideas to life, ultimately contributing to technological advancement and community growth.
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$50K
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$1M
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Investment Thesis

Red Cedar Ventures invests in early stage companies with high growth potential, particularly those in the technology and healthcare sectors.
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Manager's Experience

Bringing a wealth of experience to the venture landscape, the fund manager has successfully completed over 30 investments primarily in the technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors. Active in the Midwest and beyond, their approach is characterized by a data-driven strategy, focusing on early-stage opportunities. The manager has achieved notable exits, showcasing a track record of identifying high-potential startups. Their operator-first philosophy emphasizes collaboration with entrepreneurs to drive value creation.

Red Cedar Ventures Contacts Information

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Team

Erik Klink

Aaryn Richard

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