Valhalla Investment Group - VIG was founded by David Pantoja in 2012. He and his colleagues came up with a unique name. Since VIG has been founded, it has invested in different sectors in collaboration with other like-minded EMBA's. VIG is focused on growth and building a network that can benefit our community.
Even with limitations around COVID we adapted and invested and keep our deal flows alive and going. We grew 10x and have funded SPACs, medical devices, AI, EV, and many other companies that are changing the world.
Receive access to deals with strong potential backed by a deal sourcing process which includes networking with incubators, accelerators, start-ups, and other investors
VIG’s due diligence team are Rice MBAs with diverse backgrounds in:
The Due Diligence team sources and vets deals following an in-depth screening and assessment process. Executive-level partners lead due diligence team to source and underwrite the best deals.
Be involved in the full due diligence process to assess the economic potential of investment opportunities
Develop the skills and insights needed to understand market conditions and emerging technologies to develop an investment thesis
Get involved in the capital raising process from beginning to end and understand the process of raising capital
Learn the workings of a fund and develop expertise in identifying opportunities to maximize returns
Leverage the Rice Business network and the Houston area to source and identify the best deals
Develop a robust network of Rice MBAs across different programs and graduation classes