Warrington Ventures
Where investors are built, not simulated
Warrington Ventures empowers University of Florida students to engage with the region’s growing venture ecosystem through hands-on, strategic investment decisions, developing the next generation of early-stage investors and innovators.
University of Florida students are given direct responsibility in deploying real capital alongside experienced venture partners. Members work closely with founders and funds, develop investment theses, and gain a practical understanding of how early-stage businesses are built, funded, and scaled.
For students serious about venture capital, private equity, or entrepreneurship, Warrington Ventures offers a rare opportunity to move beyond theory and into real-world impact.
Join Warrington Ventures
Applications to Warrington Ventures are held each fall and spring semester. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply. The application process consists of the following stages:
Application submission
Submission of a completed application and resume.
Round one: virtual screening
Qualified candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview focused on analytical reasoning, interest in venture capital, and alignment with the fund’s mission.
Round two: investment case interview
In the final round, candidates will complete a case study interview simulating the role of a Warrington Ventures analyst. Applicants will evaluate a startup opportunity and present an investment recommendation to the Investment Committee. Applicants are evaluated on critical reasoning skills. Advanced technical knowledge is not expected.
What you’ll do
Investment analysis & sourcing
Members will focus primarily on investment analysis, including evaluating startups, developing detailed investment memos and pitches, and clearly articulating the investment thesis, key risks, upside potential, and valuation rationale for review by the Investment Committee and leading VC partners. You will also support sourcing efforts through selective founder outreach and market research.
Portfolio management & operations
Actively monitor portfolio companies, support investment operations, and track company and market developments. This includes assisting with ongoing portfolio needs and producing quarterly updates for stakeholders. Conduct performance deep-dives and risk assessments to present actionable findings to the Investment Committee.
Training & professional development
Receive training in private markets through a structured, internally curated program focused on term sheets, due diligence, financial modeling, investor presentation development, valuation methodologies, and more. Regular discussions of current market conditions and live transactions sharpen judgment and ensure members understand how an evolving economy impacts investors and companies.
Warrington Ventures leadership
- Daniel Igualada
President
Daniel’s LinkedIn | Email Daniel - John Gillis
Investment Team Lead
John’s LinkedIn | Email John - Charlie Stoner
Investment Team Lead
Charlie’s LinkedIn | Email Charlie - Jacob Bousky
Investment Team Lead
Jacob’s LinkedIn | Email Jacob - Benjamin Gruen
Investment Team Lead
Benjamin’s LinkedIn | Email Benjamin - Aahan Jandir
Head of Development
Aahan’s LinkedIn | Email Aahan - Siena Barefoot
Head of Curriculum
Siena’s LinkedIn | Email Siena - Emily Hazlett
Head of Operations
Emily’s LinkedIn | Email Emily - Elias Smith
Head of Venture Capital Investment Competition
Elias’ LinkedIn | Email Elias - Dr. James Parrino
Faculty Advisor
Email Dr. James Parrino
Placements
Warrington Ventures alumni have gone on to roles at leading firms nationwide. Our members stand out for their practical experience and training through WV.
Fund partners
Florida Funders
Florida Funders is a venture capital firm based in Tampa that operates a hybrid model combining a traditional fund with a broad network of accredited investors. Florida Funders focuses on seed and early-stage technology companies, backing startups across industries such as fintech, digital health, enterprise software, and education technology. Over the past decade it has become one of the Southeast’s most active early-stage investors, deploying hundreds of millions of dollars into more than 100 companies.
DeepWork Capital
DeepWork Capital is an Orlando-based, early-stage venture firm investing in technology and life science startups with a focus on under-served regions. The Firm’s investment thesis centers on globally scalable businesses built in markets like Florida and the U.S. Southeast that have traditionally received less venture funding. DeepWork Capital is also involved with Florida’s statewide venture initiatives, managing state-sponsored venture funds in parallel with its own fund investments to bolster the local startup ecosystem.
PS27 Ventures
PS27 Ventures is a Jacksonville-based early-stage venture capital firm with a goal of empowering diverse entrepreneurs in Florida. The firm provides seed-stage funding and mentorship to startups in sectors such as SaaS, financial technology, and e-commerce. PS27 is particularly known for its hands-on, “founder-focused” approach: beyond capital, it coaches founders in leadership, operations, and strategy, often leveraging connections to help young companies scale.
Venture Capital Investment Competition
The Venture Capital Investment Competition is a global, experiential competition where student teams act as venture capital firms to:
- Evaluate real startup pitches
- Conduct live due diligence
- Negotiate term sheets with founders
- Defend investment decisions before judges who are professionals venture capitalists and founders
Universities compete at regional rounds, with top teams advancing to nationals and then global finals.
Warrington Ventures hosting:
Each year, Warrington Ventures hosts the VCIC Eastern Regional Finals at the University of Florida, bringing top undergraduate teams across the country to campus to compete.
Warrington Ventures competing:
Each spring, Warrington Ventures competes in the VCIC Mid-Atlantic Region and selects a dedicated travel team to represent the University of Florida. If the team places first at regionals, it earns the opportunity to advance and compete at the VCIC Global Finals, facing top teams from around the world.
