Introducing our Research Fellowship Program
At Zenda, we aim to build a talent network for industry experts, founders and investors
In an era where AI/ML technology is rapidly shaping industries through innovation, there is an increasing demand for products that accelerate progress in underserved, mission-critical sectors. At Zenda, we firmly believe that the next generation of software infrastructure will not only address existing problems but also serve as the foundation for the next wave of industry-specific applications.
As mentioned in our previous post, one of our core principles is being thesis-driven. We adopt a first-principles approach, conducting proprietary research by actively engaging with key stakeholders who possess a deep understanding of specific industry challenges. Through this newsletter, we aim to distill invaluable industry insights and analyze how they shape emerging trends and theses that we intend to explore further at Zenda. So, stay tuned!
As part of our ongoing thesis development process, we have been working closely with research fellows who have played an instrumental role in helping us build our research engine. To further support our efforts in identifying investment theses within vertical software, AI/ML applications, and enabling technologies, we are expanding our research fellowship program and making it available to our network!
Over the next few months, we are actively seeking team members to support us in specific investment themes, particularly within agriculture, healthcare, and transportation/logistics. Our fellows will collaborate closely with the investment team to conduct research, validate theses, and analyze investment opportunities, gaining firsthand experience in the world of venture investing.
Our 3-month fellowship program is open to aspiring founders, operators, and investors alike. We believe that true innovation flourishes through the convergence of unique perspectives, and our fellowship program demonstrates our commitment to fostering a community of fellows who bring diverse experiences, skills, and ideas to the table.
To date, our fellowship cohorts have comprised of individuals from various backgrounds, who have worked across different industries such as supply chain, fintech, e-commerce and healthcare, and different geographies including Singapore, France, Mexico, and the U.S. While previous investing experience is not a requirement, we value the contributions of fellows who have prior experience as researchers, management consultants, startup founders/operators, or possess relevant industry expertise in the areas we are exploring.
As part of the program, fellows will have the opportunity to actively participate in the thesis development and investment process, learn from experienced operators and engage with a community of like-minded industry experts.
For more details on the fellowship program and how to apply, please check out our Notion page here. For any questions, reach out to jeff@zenda.vc!