Career Paths Into VC

​Venture capital is often portrayed as a straight-line career, but the reality is far more varied.

​As part of Utah Tech Week's Student Day, this panel from the Sorenson Impact Institute will offer students an inside look at the industry.

​Attendees will explore the many pathways into VC — from going direct out of undergrad or graduate education, to mid-career pivots from tech, startups, or corporate roles, and everything in between.

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Panelists will discuss the upsides and downsides of a career in the industry, the skills and experiences that matter most across different paths, and how students can stand out in the search process. Whether VC is on your radar or you’re just curious, this conversation will help you decide if it’s the right fit.

​Panelists Include:

​Kat Kennedy, GP at Kickstart Ventures

​Taylor Jones, GP at Peterson Ventures

​Gentry Davies, CEO & Founder of Crew Finance

​Reuben Holdaway, Senior Associate & Founding Team Member, Convoi Ventures

​Eric Hilton, Partner, Sorenson Capital

​Moderator: Camron Zavell, Senior Associate, Sorenson Impact Institute & the Fenton Funders Fund