We’re thrilled to have Tanya Beja, General Partner at AlleyCorp, in studio for the latest episode of Startup Success. Join us for a fascinating conversation about their unique approach to investing and incubating that will strike a chord with startup founders looking to make a positive impact on society.
Tanya introduces us to AlleyCorp Impact, a fund dedicated to backing founders who are intentionally building for middle or low income Americans – the 80% of families who power our economy. Impact specifically looks for compelling ideas that use tech to solve big social challenges, accelerate upward mobility, and generate strong returns.
We also discuss:
- How AlleyCorp combines incubation and early-stage investment to build category-defining companies
- Real-world examples of how their portfolio companies are impacting a wide range of human needs, such as health equity and economic security
- Their new philanthropically funded ENG(INE) program that pairs nonprofits with a team of engineers to build tech that advances social & economic opportunity
- Tanya’s advice for founders on the importance of having a North Star, hiring amazing people, and how to pick the right investors
Don’t miss this episode packed with insights and inspiration for anyone interested in the world of venture capital and impact-driven investing.
For more information on AlleyCorp and to stay updated with their latest ventures, visit alleycorp.com and follow them on LinkedIn. Nonprofits interested in applying for ENG(INE) can learn more at nonprofitengine.org.
This discussion with Tanya Beja of AlleyCorp comes from our show Startup Success. Browse all Burkland podcasts and subscribe to the show on Apple podcasts.