
Alberto Arenaza
Co-founder at Transcend Network, EdTech investor, Minerva University alumnus
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, España
San Francisco, California
94 connections
Joined April 2026
Summary
Alberto Arenaza is a prominent figure in the EdTech and future of work sectors, co-founding and serving as General Partner at Transcend Network and Fund. His work focuses on identifying, supporting, and investing in early-stage founders globally who are innovating in learning and work. He has significantly contributed to a network that has supported hundreds of founders across many countries. forbes+3
With an educational background from Minerva Schools at KGI (now Minerva University) as part of its inaugural class, Alberto experienced a unique global learning model. This international perspective likely informs his focus on global founders and diverse educational approaches. forbes+2
Alberto is an active thought leader and writer, particularly on topics related to education, technology, and economic development. He contributes to the Transcend Newsletter and publishes articles on Medium, sharing insights into the evolving landscape of learning and professional development. substack+1
Work
Education
Writing
Transcend Newsletter
Co-authors a newsletter that explores the future of education and work, and highlights founders building in this space.
Learning communities, the next big step for brands
An article discussing the role learning communities will play in brand reputation and customer engagement.
Notes
ELEric Lavinsaid they've seen
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make a significant impact through consulting or research in rural economic development or futures design.Apr 20, 2026
GIGabi Immelmansaid
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is one of the most respected early-stage investors they know in EdTech.Jan 19, 2026
NKNatalie Kantersaid they've seen
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take a lead investor role and make a significant impact in pre-revenue EdTech startups.Jan 8, 2026
SLS.K. Leesaid that if they started a company tomorrow, they'd be excited to have
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on their cap table.Dec 22, 2025
BMBrendan McKennasaid that if they needed a lead investor for a pre-revenue EdTech venture,
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would be among their first calls.Dec 11, 2025
JAJanak Ajay Panchalsaid they've seen
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effectively champion or implement learning tools in corporate environments.Dec 3, 2025
JBJonah Bardsaid
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is one of the most thoughtful L&D professionals they know when it comes to adopting new learning technologies.Dec 2, 2025
CJChristian Jacksonsaid they consider
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especially effective at leading small, fast-moving teams in early-stage edtech or workforce companies.Nov 6, 2025
ANAnna Nevmerzhytskasaid
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has made a significant positive impact on shaping the vision and strategy of a seed-stage edtech startup.Nov 5, 2025
MBMichael Bellessaid
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has made a meaningful positive impact through their early investments in EdTech companies.Nov 4, 2025
LCLogan Curriesaid
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is one of the most insightful seed investors they've seen in the EdTech space.Nov 3, 2025
MOMoyosoreoluwa Orekoyasaid they've seen
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add significant value to pre-seed edutech startups.Oct 30, 2025
DVDavid Vincasaid that if they were launching an edutech startup at the pre-seed stage,
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would be among their top choices as an investor.Oct 29, 2025
LMLina Moreno Velezsaid
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is one of the most supportive angel investors they've seen backing EdTech or HRTech startups.Oct 2, 2025
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