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Venture Capital Fund of the University of Tulsa
We leverage the TU faculty, alumni network, and resources to capitalize the next generation of innovators.
Closing the gap between the world-class research within the University of Tulsa’s walls and the expertise needed to take it to the next level.
We are a team of entrepreneurs, investors, attorneys, operators, researchers, designers, technologists, and executives. Together, we leverage an extensive network of experts innovating markets to shape futures.
University of Tulsa
Faculty, alumni network, and resources of one of the nation’s leading research universities to help passionate founders launch and scale new ventures.
Tulsa’s Ecosystem
Resources, tools, and mentorship from Tulsa and beyond.
46 Venture Capital
40+ years experience. Learn more about our fund manager >
Top 5 petroleum engineering program in the world
Top 10 best engineering program in the nation
Top 25 cyber security program in the nation
Fund Terms
Flexible options to get started including a quarterly subscription model with a 10-year time horizon. Multiple ways to invest, including Self-Directed IRAs to lower the upfront burden, diversify your retirement portfolio, and defer taxes.
- Rolling Fund Structure
- $20k Minimum Commitment
- 2% Management Fee
- 20% Carried Interest
Investment Criteria
Investing in the most significant opportunities while prioritizing the University of Tulsa’s unique strengths.
- $50-500K Average Investment Size
- Pre-Seed – Series A Stage
- Agnostic with Specialties Industries
- Driven Visionaries Tackling Real Problems Who We Back
Returns to the University of Tulsa
Hurricane Ventures dedicates 25% of its carried interest to the University of Tulsa to support the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) and related programs.
Portfolio Company Spotlight
Co-founded by TU mechanical engineering alumnus, Josh O’Leary (BS ’94), AirWise Solutions is redefining how industries view drone operations. The platform provides dynamic 3D situational awareness, ideal for leaders overseeing critical infrastructure and public safety operations.
Founded by Julian Abhari, a senior from TU’s computer science program, alongside Dani Marques, an incoming MBA student at TU. SkinCheck is a mobile app that enables users, primary care providers, and dermatology clinics to easily scan, monitor, and evaluate moles— increasing the chances for early identification and timely treatment.
Founded by Dr. Robert Holbrook, MD, a gastroenterologist with over 15 years of experience, BP Endo is a medical device company based in Oklahoma. They have developed the Insufflation Retention Device (IRD) to tackle air incontinence issues during colonoscopies, a problem that complicates up to 26% of such procedures.
Co-founded by TU alumnus Patrick Bruce, Titan Intake is revolutionizing healthcare with its AI-driven patient referral software. Their unique platform automates incoming referral data directly into EMRs, ensuring clinics immediately capture, process, and communicate patient referrals.