Not Yet Ventures

Not Yet Ventures operates as a venture capital firm specifically focused on supporting US university students who are building early-stage startups. The firm aims to be the initial institutional investor, providing hands-on guidance and resources to help founders develop products that resonate with users. Their approach involves a close working relationship with teams, preparing them for subsequent investment rounds, and advocating on their behalf within the broader venture ecosystem.

The firm was founded in 2023 by Managing Partner Alex Zorychta. Zorychta established Not Yet Ventures based on the insight that many promising early student entrepreneurs often encounter insufficient support from conventional funding sources. His extensive background working with student founders, including successfully guiding numerous teams to secure funding from accelerators like Y Combinator, informed the firm's model for identifying and nurturing nascent talent.

Not Yet Ventures targets dedicated student founders who demonstrate strong execution capabilities and a unique market insight. The firm’s vision extends beyond capital, emphasizing a commitment to fostering a community of driven entrepreneurs and leveraging shared experiences for collective growth. They are dedicated to discovering and empowering talent from diverse academic environments, ensuring opportunity is accessible to promising founders regardless of their university affiliation.