The USC Marshall Venture Fund invests and receives equity in ventures led by USC students, alumni, faculty, and staff. The mission of the fund is to:
- Help bridge the funding gap for USC-related companies by participating in early-stage rounds;
- Amplify the impact of USC-related companies by participating opportunistically in later-stage
rounds;
- Train undergraduate and graduate students to evaluate, make, and manage venture investments;
- Involve and leverage enthusiastic alumni, advisors, experts, and donors to support and accelerate USC-related companies; and
- Contribute to the economy, innovation, and entrepreneurial ecosystem of Southern California.
Industries:
Consumer Software
Developer APIs
Human Resources
Information Technology
E-Commerce
Education
Fashion
Lifestyle
Retail
Health Care
Health Diagnostics
Medical
Investor Types:
Venture Capital
Investment Stages:
Seed
Early Stage Venture
Location:
Los Angeles, California, United States