Eleva

Are you interested in angel investing or landing a senior role in venture capital?

Our 8-week program is designed to help mid- to senior-level operators and founders chart their own path into venture capital. Whether that means becoming an angel investor or stepping into a partner-level role at a VC firm, this program provides the skills, insights, and connections needed to make that transition with confidence.

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About the program

Program structure

Eight weekly virtual sessions focused on topics like how to angel invest, how to evaluate an early-stage company, and how to build a thesis. Experienced investors will join to help facilitate the training. There will also be optional office hours and events.

Mentorship

Each participant will be paired with an experienced GP at the end of the program to receive personalized support.

Project-based learning

Participants will participate in hands-on learning, including interactive case study sessions where we will re-create investment committees. In addition, they will work on thesis building and receive personalized, in-depth feedback.

Deal Flow

For those who are interested in starting to actively angel invest, there will be opportunities to receive exclusive deal flow from the SomosVC community.

What you
will learn

How to start angel investing
How to evaluate early-stage companies
How to attract great deal flow
How to build a thesis
What are the different paths into venture and how to explore them
Understand the technical and financial considerations when investing

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faq

Media inquiries

Thank you for your interest in SomosVC Eleva. If the below FAQ doesn’t answer your questions, please feel free to email us at eleva@somos.vc.

When is the application deadline?

The application is due at 11:59pm PT on July 27th, 2025.

What is the time commitment?

Eight weekly (60-90 minute sessions) virtual sessions. The program will start on 9/10 and finish on 10/29. Sessions will be held every Wednesday at 6pm ET // 3pm PT. Only one absence is allowed in the program.

Where will sessions be held?

All sessions will be virtual.

Is there an in-person component to the program?

We will invite participants to optional events in SF and NY. Participants will also receive an invitation to join our Annual Summit in SF.

What is the tuition cost?

The cost of the program is $1,000.

Do you offer scholarships?

As a small non-profit, we are not in a position to offer scholarships at this moment. We encourage participants to explore whether they can use their employer’s professional development budget for the program.

Should I apply if I have less than 8 years of work experience?

This program is really focused on candidates who are well-positioned to become angel investors or land a senior role in venture (partner-level). Anyone is welcome to apply, but we will prioritize candidates who have the work experience to make the most of the program.

Who should I contact if I have more questions?

Please feel free to contact us at eleva@somos.vc.