Yoko Okano

Venture Out supports aspiring entrepreneurs with strong domain expertise to launch startups.

Grubstake |ˈɡrəbstāk| During the Gold Rush this was the term used to describe the materials, provisions or money supplied to gold prospectors in return for a share in the resulting profits. We are an informal network of angel investors based in Seattle that find, fund and mentor startups in the Pacific Northwest. Our defining characteristic is our collaborative spirit. Members are accessible to others, responsive to inquiry and generous with their time. We help each other and the startups we fund. Grubstakes is a forum, a safe space where accredited investors come to share deal flow, discover new opportunities, discuss due diligence, and syndicate together as they see fit. Many of our members started investing through the Seattle Angel Conference, and we continue its mission to foster an engaged, collaborative and smart angel investor community, and to enhance the opportunities for founders to be well financed and succeed through exit. [Logo licensed under CC by Tony Oliver from Denver, CO, USA]

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The UW Foster School of Business, located in Seattle, is a top-tier institution known for its world-class faculty, exceptional student experience, and strong industry connections. Offering diverse MBA, specialized masters, undergraduate, and PhD programs, we cultivate innovative leaders for todays dynamic business world. Leveraging Seattles vibrant business ecosystem, Foster provides unparalleled access to industry giants and cutting-edge learning opportunities. Our comprehensive approach includes internships, mentorships, and networking events, preparing students for impactful careers. With a global alumni network of 58,000+, Fosters legacy of excellence is built on integrity, impact, and innovation. Join our transformative community and shape the future of business.

This degree was built for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs. As rigorous as an MBA, our program follows the same path as a startup—with curriculum designed to guide you through a real-world 4-phase entrepreneurial process used to develop new companies. It’s one year that will make the most difference in your business, by equipping you with the tools, skills, and connections to be confidently prepared to lead your next company to success. By surrounding yourself with entrepreneurs as laser focused as you, you will gain the confidence, competence, and community to succeed. Travel together through an experiential curriculum taught by expert-level faculty. Build your skills and get local access to a vibrant supportive community, including 35+ successful mentors, 50+ guest lecturers, 15 workshops, and vital funding competitions. And do it all in the worlds most vibrant startup community: Seattle, Washington.

Crosscut Ventures is a seed-stage venture capital firm in Los Angeles. The firm invests $1,000,000 to $3,500,000 in start-ups that have the potential to scale, disrupt, and build large markets. Crosscut is a catalyst for innovation, bringing decades of expertise in technology and entrepreneurship to help passionate founders build world-class companies. Founded in LA, the firm has been committed to powering the entrepreneurship community in southern California since 2008.

We envision a world where all entrepreneurs have a shot at solving our greatest challenges and those who seek resources can find them confidently. Through early-stage funding, we’re seeding a generation of founders and innovation for all.

Co-founded by Yoko Okano and Minda Brusse, First Row Partners invests in tech addressing three inherent human ambitions: :: wisdom passing :: culture creation :: transparent trade The complexity building tech solutions in any of these 3 spaces requires a team with specialized insights and deep understanding of the 2+ party exchange and negotiation/acceptance. These complex actions are ideal for incubating emerging tech where a broader relevance is unlocked as AI increases in quality and use.