Brandeis Alumni, Family and Friends

Builders & Backers Alumni Network

The Brandeis Builders & Backers Alumni Network is a dynamic and interactive initiative designed to cultivate a robust ecosystem of entrepreneurship within the Brandeis community. It brings together alumni investors, business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs who want to connect, share ideas, help new ventures thrive, and elevate Brandeis’ reputation as a hub of entrepreneurship.

Members of this community benefit from:

• Curated Introductions: The Builders & Backers network serves as your gateway to the wealth of ingenuity at Brandeis. You'll receive personalized introductions to faculty, students, staff, and alumni who are engaged in exciting and innovative projects. To stay up-to-date, sign up for our mailing list.
• Knowledge Sharing: Stay updated on the latest trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities in entrepreneurship and innovation through events, workshops, and webinars.
• Mentorship: Share your experience with students and alumni who are looking for advice and guidance. Access a pool of experienced mentors and advisors who can provide guidance and insights to help you succeed in your entrepreneurial endeavors.
• Campus Activities: Receive exclusive invitations to entrepreneurial campus events such as pitch days, startup showcases, and innovation workshops.
• Professional Growth: Through various networking events and connections, you'll have the opportunity to expand your business network, uncover new opportunities, and grow your own ventures by tapping into the collective knowledge and resources of the community.

 

Stay Connected to Campus

Please visit the following campus websites for more information about innovation and entrepreneurship at Brandeis:

• Brandeis Innovation
• The Brandeis Entrepreneurship and Collaboration Hub
• The Asper Center for Global Entrepreneurship
• Brandeis MakerLab

Leadership Team:

• Ariella Raviv ’09, GSAS MA’11
• Eyal Ron, GSAS PhD’87
• Seth Spergel ’99