“UT Ventures is accelerating the growth of UT-related startups by connecting them with capital, seasoned expertise, and a community deeply invested in their success, while amplifying the University of Tennessee’s long-term impact. As a founding member, UT Ventures is instrumental in cultivating meaningful relationships, making strategic investments, and championing ventures that showcase the UT community’s innovation, creativity and entrepreneurial talent.”
-Randy Boyd, UT System President and UT Ventures Founding Member
Who Can Apply
We seek alumni and friends of the entire University of Tennessee System who are Accredited Investors.
Why Join
- Access: Early look at UT-related startups.
- Meaningful Connection: Join an engaged community of investors who are passionate about UT.
- Flexible Involvement: Choose which deals to join.
- Mentorship Impact: Shape the next generation of UT founders.
Member Benefits
- Early access to UT-related ventures.
- Meaningful connection to students, faculty, and alumni entrepreneurs.
- Flexible involvement by investing only in the deals you choose.
*UT Ventures does not provide investment advice; members conduct their own diligence and decide how much to invest and whether to invest at all. Members take all investment risk.
*Neither the University of Tennessee nor UTRF selects, qualifies, or vets companies, nor does either make any representation regarding any company, its prospects, or any UT-technology it may license.
Getting Started
- Submit an application to join as a founding member.
- Execute membership agreement and submit the initial $1,500 annual membership fee.
- Attend your first pitch session.
- Invest in deals that fit your interests.
Join UT Ventures!