Kimia College Launches Venture Capital Analyst Training Program with Government Support

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Kimia College, in collaboration with the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and the Knowledge-Based Economy, has opened registration for its Venture Capital Analyst Training Program, designed to cultivate specialized talent for Iran’s innovation finance ecosystem. Accepted candidates will receive 70% tuition support, and training topics span business modeling, VC portfolio management, valuation, financial analysis, and startup due diligence. ... Read more

Head of the Innovation and Prosperity Fund Stresses the Need to Develop Tools for Iran’s VC Industry

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In a strategic meeting with the board of the Iranian Venture Capital Association, Dr. Mohammad Sadegh Khayyatian, President of the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, emphasized the urgency of designing dedicated tools, frameworks, and evaluation systems to enable the sustainable growth of Iran’s VC ecosystem. He called for deeper collaboration between the Fund and IRVC to promote industry-wide progress. ... Read more

IRVC Facilitates R&T Funds’ Role as Fund Managers in Private and VC Funds

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Following a year of advocacy by the Iranian Venture Capital Association (IRVC) and with support from innovation stakeholders, the Securities and Exchange Organization (SEO) has officially amended its fund manager requirements. The revision reduces the mandatory investment commitment for R&T Funds from 30% to 10%, enabling them to serve more feasibly as managing entities in private and venture capital funds. ... Read more

Fifth-Term Performance Review and Challenges Facing Iran’s Innovation Ecosyste

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The sixth-term Board of INVCA reviewed the achievements of the fifth term, highlighting initiatives in ecosystem engagement, legal development, and member training. Key challenges, including lack of funding and regulatory gaps, were discussed, with a strong emphasis on future collaboration, structural improvements, and the potential of knowledge-based enterprises to drive innovation. ... Read more

The Sixth General Assembly and Board Election of Iran National Venture Capital Association Held

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The sixth General Assembly of the Iran National Venture Capital Association was held on September 18, 2023, where new board members and auditors were elected. The meeting reviewed the Association’s achievements, emphasized its role in policy advocacy and ecosystem coordination, and outlined plans for increased engagement, member participation, and strategic development. ... Read more

IRVC Publishes 2021 Annual Performance Report on Members’ VC and Innovation Financing Activities

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At its 10th Annual General Assembly, the Iranian Venture Capital Association (IRVC) unveiled the 2021 Performance Report, highlighting key achievements of over 120 member institutions. The report details IRR 3,610 billion in guarantees, IRR 1,340 billion in loans, and IRR 2,214 billion in venture investments, positioning VC as a rising asset class within Iran’s financial landscape. ... Read more