We invest first
in people.
We place little weight on hype, signaling, or who else is involved, and focus on whether something can be built, scaled, and sustained over time.
Stage is secondary to the quality of the people, the clarity of execution, and whether a business can scale and endure in the real world. Our investments span software, AI, fintech, and healthcare.
Analytical & Disciplined
We underwrite carefully, think in portfolios, and take a long-term view. We are comfortable making concentrated bets when there is conviction in the team and the path forward.
Founder Friendly
We are generally hands-off unless asked. When helpful, we are glad to share perspective, make introductions, and collaborate with other investors.
Flexible Capital
We primarily invest from pre-seed through Series A. We also participate in selective late-stage opportunities through SPV investments and are actively pursuing private equity transactions.
Companies that define
the next era.
Our portfolio includes exposure to private companies across AI, infrastructure, fintech, and consumer technology.
Exposure may be held through other vehicles or other investment entities. Holdings are subject to change and may not reflect current positions at all times.
Led by Abe Varughese.
Alpha Venture Capital is led by Abe Varughese, a graduate of NYU Stern. He is responsible for sourcing, diligence, and investment decisions.
His background includes real estate development, healthcare and business operations, with a focus on applying AI across domains. He serves as Chief Operating Officer of Joseph Psychiatry and as President of the Kind Steward Foundation, a nonprofit organization.
Abe has experience working with Northwell Health, the largest private employer in New York, on high-level initiatives across both inpatient and outpatient settings. His work involved close collaboration with senior executives on complex operational and strategic projects.
In addition to private markets, he is active in public equities investing and real estate investment and development, with projects primarily in Texas and Florida. Across asset classes, he takes a patient, long-term approach.
We're actively investing.
We are reviewing opportunities across stages, from pre-seed through late-stage, including selective SPV investments and private equity transactions in sports franchises.