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Alexander Bechelli
Investor
Alexander Bechelli is an accomplished investor, venture capitalist, and advisor based in Newport Beach, California. He currently serves as an Advisor/Mentor at the UCLA Anderson School of Management's Venture Accelerator program.12
Professional Background
Alexander is the Founder and Managing Director of Odenn Ventures, a company he established in 2014. Odenn Ventures focuses on empowering technology entrepreneurs who aim to improve people's lives and create global opportunities.1
In addition to his role at Odenn Ventures, Alexander holds several other positions:
- Venture Partner at Regeneration.VC LLC since 20222
- Member of the United Nations since March 20221
- Limited Partner at DuContra Ventures since July 20221
Experience and Expertise
Alexander's expertise lies in venture capital, impact investing, and advising early-stage startups. He has a particular interest in companies that address social and environmental challenges.3 His investment portfolio includes notable companies such as SpaceX, Pinterest, Lyft, Airbnb, and Beyond Meat.1
Education and Achievements
Alexander holds a BA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the University of California, Los Angeles.12 His achievements include:
- Winner of Westpac's "Businesses of Tomorrow" award in 2018
- Recipient of Deloitte's 2019 Technology Fast 500 APAC Award1
Role at UCLA Anderson School of Management
As an Advisor/Mentor at UCLA Anderson School of Management's Venture Accelerator, Alexander contributes to a transformative program for early-stage startups. The program operates in a hybrid format and leverages UCLA's resources to support and accelerate business growth. The Venture Accelerator has an impressive track record, with 85% of participating startups successfully scaling to Series A funding and beyond.1
Alexander's involvement in this program allows him to share his extensive experience in venture capital and entrepreneurship with aspiring business leaders, helping to foster innovation and growth in the startup ecosystem.
