CASSIDY LEVENTHAL

Cassidy Leventhal is a distinguished Vice President at University Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm dedicated to shaping the future of education and the global workforce. Based in New York, Cassidy is instrumental in the firm’s mission to invest in groundbreaking companies that are transforming learning, career pathways, and human potential. Her expertise lies in identifying and nurturing innovative solutions within the rapidly evolving landscapes of edtech, the future of work, and digital health.

At University Ventures, Cassidy Leventhal is deeply involved in all stages of the investment process. This includes rigorous market research, deal sourcing, due diligence, and ultimately, the execution of strategic investments. Beyond capital deployment, she actively collaborates with portfolio companies, offering strategic guidance and operational support to help them scale and achieve their growth objectives. Her work directly contributes to University Ventures' reputation as a thought leader and significant investor in sectors poised for substantial impact.

Before joining University Ventures in 2021, Cassidy honed her financial acumen and strategic thinking at Goldman Sachs. As part of the Investment Banking Division, she specialized in the Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) group, advising a diverse range of clients on mergers, acquisitions, and capital market transactions. This foundational experience provided her with a deep understanding of market dynamics, valuation methodologies, and the operational intricacies of high-growth technology companies, skills she now leverages to great effect in the venture capital space.

Cassidy Leventhal’s educational background further underpins her professional capabilities. She is an alumna of the University of Pennsylvania, where she graduated from the prestigious Wharton School. Her academic rigor and early career experiences have equipped her with a comprehensive toolkit for evaluating complex business models and identifying disruptive technologies. While specific individual investments are often part of a firm’s collective effort, Cassidy’s involvement spans University Ventures’ diverse portfolio, which includes companies at the forefront of online learning platforms, skills-based training, mental wellness solutions, and enterprise software designed to enhance productivity and learning outcomes. Her commitment to fostering innovation makes her a key figure in the venture capital ecosystem focused on human capital development.