GENESIS
Backing the first spark.
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We are UT Austin's
$2M Startup Fund
Genesis enables UT Austin student innovators and leaders to reach their greatest potential by providing them with mentorship.
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We are Longhorns investing in Longhorns.
Fueling the next generation of UT Austin innovation with capital, mentorship, and community.
$60M+
Follow-On Funding
60+
Startups Funded
100+
Student Investors
001Consumer
Hitch
Long-distance ridesharing platform connecting drivers and riders.
002Software
OctoShop
Browser extension helping shoppers find the best prices and stock.
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Meet the Team
Our team is composed of student leaders from diverse backgrounds, dedicated to fostering innovation at UT Austin.
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Community & Culture
Genesis is more than a fund. We're a community of builders, investors, and innovators. We host pitch competitions, hackathons, startup mixers, and workshops throughout the semester to connect students across backgrounds and fuel the next wave of UT Austin innovation.
5+Events per semester
100+Student investors
60+Startups funded
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Contact us via email: leadershipteam@genesisprogram.org