Events Details

Aquillius Private Investor Meeting

by CONNECTpreneur Investor Network

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Dear Esteemed Investor,

Aquillius Ventures is pleased to invite you to an exclusive investor luncheon, where we will share insights into Fund I and our unique approach to investing in transformative technologies that drive impact and deliver returns.

Event Details:

📍 Online via Zoom
🗓 February 20, 2025 | 12:30 PM EST

About Aquillius Ventures

Aquillius Ventures is a women-owned, minority-owned firm committed to empowering entrepreneurs who are commercializing cutting-edge technologies to improve the health of people and the planet.

Our leadership is spearheaded by two General Partners, Leah Villegas and MyPhuong Le, who are both accomplished scientists, serial entrepreneurs, and seasoned investors. Both hold PhDs in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Florida and bring over two decades of experience in early-stage R&D and therapeutic and device development from prestigious institutions, including the University of Colorado, the University of Washington, Mayo Clinic, and Microtek – a leading medical device manufacturing company.

Together, we bring unparalleled scientific rigor, operational expertise, and industry insights to drive transformative innovation.

The Investment Opportunity

Fund I is a $50MM fund focused on pre-seed and seed-stage companies transforming the life sciences and medtech industries. With an initial focus on the So Cal startup ecosystem, the fund prioritizes women-led startups and technologies addressing critical challenges in women’s health, children’s health, and elderly health.

Key Investment Considerations

  • Equity-Driven Strategy: Supporting underrepresented founders and overlooked innovations.
  • Impact-Focused Investments: Addressing pressing societal challenges while delivering financial returns.
  • Strategic Ecosystem: Leveraging So Cal’s thriving startup scene, our state-of-the-art Innovation Hub and our manufacturing capabilities.

Deal Highlights

Initial Close Success: Secured over $5M for the initial close of Fund I.

Early-Stage Focus: Providing first-mover advantage for our limited partners by targeting pre-seed and seed-stage opportunities.

Innovation Hub: A 25,000 sq. ft. facility in San Diego offering:

  • Resources: Wet labs, cleanrooms, and co-working spaces.
  • Comprehensive Support: Expert mentorship, regulatory guidance, and access to capital.
  • Manufacturing Capabilities: Helping startups streamline operations, scale production, and shorten time to market.

Expert Team: A seasoned group of General Partners, Venture Partners, and analysts with a proven track record in identifying winners and scaling groundbreaking innovations.

Holistic Support: A model that lowers risks and maximizes the potential for successful growth and exits.

We look forward to sharing our vision and connecting with you at this exclusive event.

Attendance is limited and by invitation only. Please RSVP promptly to confirm your place and receive a calendar invitation.

RSVP Now:

To secure your spot or request additional materials (executive summary, investment deck), email Skylar Rallison at srallison@opus8.com.

We will provide a confirmation email and a calendar invitation after you register.

Your attendance will be subject to client review and availability.

Thanks much and all the best,

The Opus8 Team