Deal Sources

Alameda has an extensive global network of scientists, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, limited partners, consultants, lawyers, accountants and bankers who routinely refer prospective portfolio companies to us for investment consideration. We also evaluate many opportunities that come to us as a result of our extensive conference speaking schedule and Alameda media coverage.

Advanced Technology Access

We are especially proud of the close relationships we have developed with leading researchers and management at some of the most prestigious universities and national labs on the West Coast. These relationships often give us an advanced look at the most promising start-ups 6 to 9 months before they are ready to spin out of these institutions. If the potential warrants it, we will work with prospective entrepreneurs to help them develop their strategies and business models, expand their management teams, and provide seed funding when they are ready to start the company. Some of the institutions where we are working closely with select researchers and management include: