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Kauffman Fellows

Kauffman Fellows

Palo Alto, Californiakauffmanfellows.org

Overview

Kauffman Fellows is a non-profit leadership program and global network for venture capital professionals, operated by the Center for Venture Education. It provides a two-year educational program designed to develop and connect investors from venture funds, corporate VC arms, and family offices worldwide.

Year Founded

1994

Portfolio Companies

5

Investments

Kauffman Fellows investments
CompanyDateStageLead
GrowwNov 2025IPOCo-investor
FlashJun 2021Series BCo-investor
FlashJun 2021Series BCo-investor
Sidecar HealthJul 2020Series BCo-investor
GrowwJan 2019Series ACo-investor

Key People

Collin West

Founder And Managing Partner

Grace Sai

Co-Founder CEO

Daniel Blomquist

Director - Kauffman Fellows

Sector & Stage Mix

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Investment Activity

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersPalo Alto, California
Year Founded1994

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