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Here at Curql, we’re partnering with fintechs to activate meaningful, experiential change through user-centric technology in financial services. Together, through an engaged and deliberate collaboration, we can bring your technology to life and to the credit union industry.

President and CEO at Curql Collective

Vice President of Strategic Partnerships

Board of Managers

Curql Investment Committee

Fund Managers

Craig Ibsen

Craig Ibsen

Craig Ibsen Managing Partner   As Managing Partner of Curql Fund, Craig is also the founder and Managing Partner of Next Level Ventures, the largest venture firm in Iowa. Craig leads the management of three funds with over $300M in assets today.  With his deep...

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Duane Harris

Duane Harris

Duane Harris Partner   As Partner of Curql Fund I and Next Level Ventures, Duane finds, analyzes and structures transactions to bring to the Curql Fund I investment committee for approval. With more than 30 years of experience in academics, business management...

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Dave Tucker

Dave Tucker

Dave Tucker Partner   As Partner of Curql Fund I and Next Level Ventures, Dave spends his time finding, investing in and advising early-stage technology companies to help them grow into successful companies. A long-time technologist and technology executive, Dave...

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Roger Scholten

Roger Scholten

Roger Scholten Partner Roger is a seasoned general counsel and business development executive with over 30 years of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and strategic plannign experience. Prior to joining Next Level Ventures, he served as Sr. Vice President and...

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Michael Perrin

Michael Perrin

Michael Perrin Principal   As Principal of Curql Fund I and Next Level Ventures, Michael is responsible for sourcing, due diligence and ongoing portfolio management to ensure investment quality and oversight. His previous experience includes time at Great Western...

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Martin Walker

Martin Walker

Martin Walker Principal   As Principal of Curql Fund I and Next Level Ventures, Martin is responsible for identifying areas of opportunity for investment and sourcing fintech companies. His previous experience includes time at Sound Credit Union, Tully's Coffee...

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Elizabeth Caven

Elizabeth Caven

Elizabeth Caven Principal   Elizabeth Caven is a seasoned entrepreneur whose experience as a founder extends from venture funding and scaling through acquisition. As a founder, she has received international recognition as a stand-out leader from acclaimed tech...

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Barbara Gooch

Barbara Gooch

Barbara Gooch Director of Administration   As Director of Administration for Next Level Ventures and Curql Fund, Barbara manages all administrative activities for Curql Fund, including: investor relations, investor reporting, custody management, and both...

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Liz Keehner

Liz Keehner

Liz Keehner Vice President   As Vice President of Curql Fund I and Next Level Ventures, Liz is responsible for sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities in addition to portfolio management support. Liz joined Curql Fund I from Ag Ventures Alliance where...

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Wyatt Powers

Wyatt Powers

Wyatt Powers Associate   As an Associate for Curql Fund I and Next Level Ventures, Wyatt works with prospective partner companies to complete due diligence and evaluate investment potential for Curql Fund I. Wyatt is a certified public accountant in the state of...

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