In this episode, host Dina Uzri speaks with Theresa Mazzullo and Rami Katz of Excell Partners about the venture capital landscape in western and upstate New York. Theresa and Rami discuss Excell’s unique position in the market, the importance of economic development, and the recent launch of the Upstate Biotech Ventures fund. They highlight their rigorous investment strategy, the advantages of operating in western New York,
and the sectors they find most exciting for future investments. The conversation also covers the development of a life science ecosystem in western
New York, focusing on the Upstate Biotech Ventures fund. Hear more about the fund's financial goals, the challenges faced in biotech investments, and the importance of strong management teams in startups. The conversation also touches on lessons learned from past investments and future aspirations for the fund, emphasizing the need for a robust support system for startups in the region.
To learn more about Excell Partners and the Upstate Biotech Ventures fund, check out the links below.
Hosted by Dina Uzri, PhD, MBA - Technology Development Program Director at UR Ventures,
University of Rochester
