VentureU Participants
At CCF, we believe our strength lies in the power of collaboration. We are proud to partner with visionary universities, students, and organizations that share our mission to transform education, AI, and cybersecurity. Each member contributes to building a more innovative, inclusive, and impactful venture ecosystem. With new partners joining regularly, this list continues to grow—reflecting our commitment to shaping the future together.
Current and Past VentureU Steering Committee
Our Steering Committee brings together leaders from higher education, venture funds, and technology to guide strategy, uphold our mission, and connect ventures with growth opportunities.
Maxine Anderson
Babson College
Ashritha Karuturi
Babson College
Ishani Patel
Chapman University
Paul Cassisa
LSU
Leonardo Girlando
Penn State University
Andrew Ciotto
Penn State University
Daryl Lim
Singapore Management University
Jason Varghese
The University of Kansas
JJ Foster
University of Minnesota
Hunter Babcock
University of Minnesota
Ananya Mallik
University of North Carolina
Achal Patel
University of Kansas
VentureU Conference 2026
October 23, 2026 Javits Center, New York City
Join us at VentureU Conference 2026 — a full-day event where students, venture funds, higher-ed leaders, and industry experts come together to shape the future of education and technology.
Conference Agenda:
- Panels with top investors and university innovators
- Student venture fund showcases
- AI & Cybersecurity in higher ed
- Networking with startups and academic leaders
Partner with Us
VentureU thrives on collaboration. We partner with universities, venture funds, corporations, and nonprofit organizations that believe in building a stronger future for students and institutions.
Whether you want to showcase research, support student-led ventures, or connect with next-generation innovators — VentureU is your platform.
