Gladys Prias
Founding Member
Cornellian-founded. Founder-focused.
Backing Cornellians and exceptional founders beyond.
Ezra Ventures brings together the next generation of Cornell investors to engage with ambitious founders, from the Cornell community and beyond, through diligence, mentorship, and shared learning.
Our mission
Founded by a team of dedicated Cornellians, Ezra Ventures exists to accelerate innovation within the Cornell startup ecosystem and beyond. We are a student-run investment club that explores early-stage ventures through thoughtful diligence, collaborative learning, and a committed network of peers and founders across sectors.
Founding Team
A team of dedicated Cornellians backing exceptional founders across sectors.
Susan Hu
Founding Member
Jolaade Adepoju
Founding Member
Sarah Swartz
Founding Member
Mosfigul Aktar
Founding Member
Neil Mukherjee
Founding Member
Conviction, community, and craft.
Built by members of Cornell’s Classes of 2027 and 2028, Ezra Ventures reflects a shared belief that ambitious founders benefit from investors who combine intellectual curiosity, rigorous thinking, strong networks, and a genuine commitment to helping companies grow.