Jamison, a successful entrepreneur, attended Darden to launch her business and received valuable support from the school’s resources and mentors. She highlights the exceptional curriculum and extensive network of knowledgeable individuals within the community that helped her achieve her goal. Collins also credits their success to their mentors at Darden, particularly entrepreneurship professor Jim Zuffoletti, who provided guidance on various business aspects from fundraising to sales inquiries.
Jamison stresses the importance of connections in the venture capital industry, emphasizing that shared experiences at Darden create strong bonds among alumni. These connections play a crucial role in securing placements for aspiring venture capitalists and successful fundraising for founders seeking venture capital investments. Looking ahead, Jamison anticipates receiving more guidance at the upcoming Venture Capital Conference, where Darden alumni will be present as panelists.
In addition to their personal success, Jamison and Collins are also revolutionizing physical activity through their new sport, pickleball. They have observed a significant demand from brides who are incorporating pickleball events into their wedding festivities as well as companies motivating their employees to stay active by providing them with personalized paddles. This trend is transforming the perception of sports and exercise for many individuals.
