About

Ricardo Roberts is an accomplished entrepreneur, start-up specialist and angel investor with more than 4 years of relevant experience. Currently, he is the Co-Founder of foundertribes, a company that helps entrepreneurs build successful businesses. Prior to this, Ricardo served as a Venture Partner at vu venture partners, a multi-stage investment fund that provides initial investments of $20K-$1M and follow-on investments up to $15M. As a member of Venture University's investment team, Ricardo was part of a cohort 3 that included 25 investors selected from over 5000 applicants, with a less than 1% acceptance rate. He is an expert in sourcing and reviewing investment opportunities across several industries, including consumer, blockchain and fintech, by analyzing market landscapes and developing investment theses. Ricardo also develops strategies for increasing the velocity, quantity and quality of deal flow. Ricardo has conducted due diligence, reviewed pitch decks, evaluated target market sizes and a team's ability to execute. He has also reviewed the quality of products/services, business models, historical & projected financials, competitive landscape, customer and investor interviews, cap tables, term sheets and investment docs. His expertise in these areas makes him an invaluable asset to any start-up looking to secure funding. Ricardo's educational background includes a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Columbia University, a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations and Affairs from Tufts University, and a High School Diploma from The Loomis Chaffee School. He is also proficient in blockchain technology, which gives him a unique perspective on the potential of this emerging field. Overall, Ricardo Roberts is a highly skilled entrepreneur and investor with a proven track record of success. His extensive experience in start-ups, venture capital and blockchain technology make him an ideal partner for any entrepreneur looking to build a successful business.