Our current team is made up of 11 MBA candidates whose experience ranges in venture capital, investment strategy, management consultancy, financial services and entrepreneurship. Supported and founded by the Entrepreneurship Centre at Said Business School, we source and evaluate up to 200 potential deals per year, conduct due diligence, and ultimately invest in up to two startups per year.
The Oxford Seed Fund provides start-ups and entrepreneurs with access to capital, diverse investors, and a supportive community in which to develop and scale. The Oxford Seed Fund invests up to £50,000 in the top Oxford-affiliated startups and provide them with the network and support they need to scale.
Portfolio Snapshot
Observed round participation, including acquisitions and grants. Current holdings, investor exits, and write-offs are not established.
Top Investment Stages
The Oxford Angel Fund is an early-stage investor focusing on technology-based start-ups, particularly those founded by Oxford-educated entrepreneurs. They typically participate in Seed and Pre-Seed rounds, with occasional investments in Series A and Angel rounds. Their investment strategy aims to support Oxonian entrepreneurship through both funding and mentoring.
Emerging Ventures Seed Fund focuses on supporting early-stage entrepreneurs, scientists, and small business owners in developing their ideas and business concepts. The fund typically invests in seed rounds, providing both financial support and technical assistance to help startups mature and grow.
The Oxford Angel Fund is an early-stage investor focusing on technology-based start-ups, particularly those founded by Oxford-educated entrepreneurs. They typically participate in Seed and Pre-Seed rounds, with occasional investments in Series A and Angel rounds. Their investment strategy aims to support Oxonian entrepreneurship through both funding and mentoring.
Emerging Ventures Seed Fund focuses on supporting early-stage entrepreneurs, scientists, and small business owners in developing their ideas and business concepts. The fund typically invests in seed rounds, providing both financial support and technical assistance to help startups mature and grow.
