What is Berkeley SkyDeck?
Berkeley SkyDeck operates as a premier accelerator, providing early-stage startups with crucial investment, expert mentorship, and access to an extensive network of advisors and industry partners. The program is distinguished by its commitment to offering tailored support, including a substantial investment of $200,000 per startup, comprehensive workshops, and direct connections to leading venture capitalists. Emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, SkyDeck actively supports founders from a wide array of backgrounds, leveraging its strong reputation and a vast network of 500,000 alumni to propel startups toward successful growth and innovation.
How much funding has Berkeley SkyDeck raised?
Berkeley SkyDeck has raised a total of $5.6M across 1 funding round:
Series A
$5.6M
Series A (2022): $5.6M with participation from Utec, Globis Capital Partners, Berkeley SkyDeck Fund, and The D4V
Key Investors in Berkeley SkyDeck
Utec
UTEC is a university focused on enhancing ingenuity, innovation, and entrepreneurship through its educational model, offering programs in engineering, computing, and business with an emphasis on artificial intelligence.
Globis Capital Partners
GLOBIS Capital Partners is dedicated to creating a positive impact on Japan's industries by collaborating with entrepreneurs and building new industrial ecosystems through creativity and transformation on a global stage.
The D4V
D4V (Design for Ventures) is a Japanese venture capital firm formed by IDEO and Genuine Startups, aiming to enable Japanese ventures to create global impact through design, insight, capital, mentorship, and connection.
What's next for Berkeley SkyDeck?
The recent major strategic investment signifies a pivotal moment for Berkeley SkyDeck, positioning it for enhanced operational capacity and expanded reach within the startup ecosystem. This influx of capital, part of a larger enterprise-level funding initiative, will likely fuel the expansion of its mentorship programs, the broadening of its network, and potentially an increase in the number of startups it can support. The program's affiliation with the University of California, Berkeley, and its robust alumni network provide a strong foundation for continued success and influence in fostering innovation and entrepreneurial development.
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