Hunter Walker

JANUARY 5, 2014

I think networking is a terrible word. ” I try to spend zero percent of my life networking. raising capital, building LP relationships, infrastructure and platform investments, recruiting for firm, budget/audit, evaluating overall firm strategy and performance. 3) General Relationship Building. Hey, want to grab a coffee?

Software Review 127

Software Review Balance Sheet Cofounder Technical Review 127

thebarefootvc

FEBRUARY 19, 2014

”, almost exactly 2 years ago to this day at Bloomberg LP’s headquarters in NYC as part of Social Media Week. At the time I noted that this created opportunity for other platforms to become more globally dominant, particularly as countries in the emerging markets leapfrogged wireline networks to ever faster mobile networks.

India 107

India North America Ukraine Silicon Valley 107

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 19, 2015

I’ve met many VCs who take fund raising meetings with lots of LPs but struggle to get traction and I believe often the problem is that first meetings are easy but the 28 steps to get each LP to closure take an insane amount of focus, effort, follow through and discipline. Opening is easier than closing.

LP 150

LP Warrant Portfolio Framework 150

David Teten

DECEMBER 3, 2019

But, most of use raise capital and source deals the same way people looked for dates 20 years ago: by networking at conferences (or bars). . Tim Friedman, Founder, PE Stack , said, “If I could offer one piece of advice to today’s managers, it would be to take the time to understand the demands of the modern institutional LP.

Technical Review 78

Technical Review Software Review Analytics Private Equity 78

VC Cafe

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Example: Emerging managers handle everything from deal sourcing to LP communications to social media in-house. Build Unique Networks Emerging managers create their own communities instead of relying on established circles. They often focus on niche sectors or geographies to build expertise and networks. Riches in Niches.

Management 103

Management Technical Review Venture Capital Generative AI 103

David Teten

AUGUST 15, 2013

Some corporations emulate this model by creating their own wholly-owned VC entities, typically with one LP: the corporate balance sheet. In addition, BizSpark offers technical support, business training, and a network of over 2,000 partners to connect members with incubators, investors, advisors, government agencies, and other resources.

Startup 114

Startup Technical Support Venture Capital Balance Sheet 114

David Teten

JUNE 1, 2011

Estimated 100 – 200 total entities Friends & family – basic networking. Zubin Avari, Charter Oak Equity LP Christopher A. Charter Oak Equity LP Fee at close Part of management fee Part of carry. Fundless sponsors Good at finding unusual opportunities at good prices. Prestegaard, High Road Capital Parnters.

Private Equity 122

Private Equity Deal Flow Equity Developer 122

View from Seed

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The nature of LP investors can vary widely, but the bulk of the capital in the VC ecosystem comes from large institutions like pension funds, endowments of universities and hospitals, charitable foundations, insurance companies, very wealthy families (aka family offices), and corporations. Advisory Firms. Why Write About This Now?

LP 335

LP Private Equity Institutional Investors Venture Capital 335

Agile VC

OCTOBER 29, 2014

The nature of LP investors can vary widely, but the bulk of the capital in the VC ecosystem comes from large institutions like pension funds, endowments of universities and hospitals, charitable foundations, insurance companies, very wealthy families (aka family offices), and corporations. Advisory Firms.

Venture Capital 279

Venture Capital LP Private Equity Institutional Investors 279

David Teten

APRIL 13, 2021

Here lies the two degrees of separation: the agent must get to the IC, who in turn must get to the LP. Placement agents have to offer their investor network a range of funds to support themselves. Typically less helpful for LPs to talk with intermediaries. . Positions your fund as just one option on the menu. .

Private Equity 60

Private Equity Technical Review Management LP 60

Eric Friedman

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Operating as a sort of fund-of-funds model there is an economy of scale program for figuring out the GP/LP structure, working out the services providers like legal, audit, and tax handling. There is also a network effect of portfolio companies with early GPs. I think this was brought to life by teams like [link]. 9/ Hubs vs.

Balance Sheet 97

Balance Sheet Stock Private Equity Option Pool 97

David Teten

JANUARY 21, 2021

In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth. I wanted [a term for] something similar (between debt and equity) but on an extremely small scale.”.

Equity 78

Equity Revenue Cofounder Colorado 78

BeyondVC

JUNE 29, 2005

And like you, we have to go out and raise capital every 3-5 years for a new fund and similar to entrepreneurs we need to network with the right people, have the right meetings, and go through extensive due diligence. In the early morning, a show of hands revealed about a 20% LP audience and 80% fund manager group.

LP 78

LP Private Equity Due Diligence Venture Capital 78

Feld Thoughts

DECEMBER 12, 2019

My partners at Foundry Group have decided to bring the Helium Network to Boulder. We’ve ordered 50 hotspots and, with your help, will set up a LongFi network throughout Boulder. As an LP in USV, we are small indirect investors. As an LP in USV, we are small indirect investors.

Networking 92

Networking LP Restful Internet 92

David Teten

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

The historic capital-raising process is driven by face-to-face networking and salesmanship. A more efficient approach is to mine the data exhaust from the Limited Partner universe to identify those LPs most likely to find your fund attractive, and focus all your energy on them. 2) Raise capital.

Private Equity 60

Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Technical Review 60

BeyondVC

JUNE 29, 2005

And like you, we have to go out and raise capital every 3-5 years for a new fund and similar to entrepreneurs we need to network with the right people, have the right meetings, and go through extensive due diligence. In the early morning, a show of hands revealed about a 20% LP audience and 80% fund manager group.

LP 60

LP Private Equity Due Diligence Venture Capital 60

The Equity Kicker

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

LPs, the investors in VC funds, have a difficult job to do, largely because they have to work with poor quality data and only a small fraction of VCs deliver the returns that make them worth investing in. Discipline also helps to keeps a venture fund’s loss ratio low which is important as they are ultimately stewards of LP investment funding.”

LP 154

LP Venture Capital Portfolio Reputation 154

Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

And we felt terrible not being able to let every LP in but we were forced to make some hard compromises yet we opened up our fund to Sapphire even though they were a first time LP. We have many LPs who come from industry and this is truly a value-add in a LP/VC relationship 3. Beezer did.

LP 150

LP Entrepreneur United States Venture Capital 150

David Teten

DECEMBER 12, 2017

As a globally focused LP in early stage VC funds, we at Blue Future Partners have observed a growing trend of firms investing substantially in software tools, whether developing proprietary solutions or adopting off the shelf tools. But what tools are they using themselves to automate their own processes?

Early Stage 60

Early Stage Technical Review Software Review Venture Capital 60

View from Seed

MAY 29, 2019

They are also increasingly focused on “leading” rounds, because funds that are institutionalizing get LP pressure around whether or not they lead. In this case, you lose out on the breadth of support from your investors in both their network and their dollars.

Syndicate 267

Syndicate Syndication Cofounder Cap Table 267

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

If you get into the best deals it has never been a better time to be a VC or LP, and the best have developed strategies to capture more value Given that the best deals are pushing out their exit dates it means that many firms aren’t seeing as quick of liquidity as they might have 20 years ago. “We And this is about to grow even faster.”

Venture Capital 292

Venture Capital IPO Mezzanine Early Stage 292

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 8, 2014

To interconnect these computers we needed IP-based telecommunications equipment build by the likes of Cisco Systems and Juniper Networks. And when you think about the three C’s you begin to realize that the first two of these activities are ones where the economic powerhouse networks are driven in cities outside of Silicon Valley.

Silicon Valley 390

Silicon Valley Kansas City Startup Los Angeles 390

Version One Ventures

JULY 31, 2018

Since 2012, we have made over 40 investments and have been busy building our fund, expanding and deepening our network, and most gratifyingly, working with our portfolio companies in their pursuit to transform their industries and the world. So, we are excited to announce that we’re looking to augment our team. What are we looking for?

Hiring 166

Hiring San Francisco Advisory Board Due Diligence 166

David Teten

JANUARY 19, 2021

Aunnie Patton Power writes, “According to the Global Impact Investing Network, 85% of Impact Investors look for market rate or close to market rate returns, but they are cognizant that pushing for a full company exit might have negative impact on the company’s founding mission. Particular application in impact capital.

Cofounder 78

Cofounder Technical Review Equity Dividend 78

Hunter Walker

MARCH 28, 2018

And why a LP should give them theirs. So we network, we write blog posts , we research, we tweet. .” “We invest with social good in mind.” ” I hear, read, see examples every day of investors espousing differentiated theses with regards to why they exist. Why a founder should take their dollars.

Portfolio 127

Portfolio LP Differentiation Founder 127

Hunter Walker

MAY 22, 2024

All three have significant experience backing venture firms from previous LP positions. Our strategy is to support the best new venture firms led by managing partners where their identity, their background, and their networks inform their strategies. We continue to invest in amazing people. Get out there and win.

LP 108

LP Venture Capital Hiring Partner 108

This is going to be BIG.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

That product isn't money--it's their time, attention, sound advice and network. In a environment that is constantly innovating, the best ones realize that they have to out-execute the next firm with a higher quality product if they're going to stay in business.

LP 112

LP New York City New York Chad 112

Agile VC

JULY 19, 2012

Back in the 2000-2001 timeframe, a flood of LP capital was coming into the VC asset class given the strong returns of the mid-late 90s tech boom/bubble. A firm that’s continuously managed to look beyond it’s network has been Sequoia. A good example of this was Charles River Ventures experience with their 11th fund.

Cofounder 193

Cofounder Limited Partner Early Stage LP 193

Haystack

JUNE 1, 2018

Perhaps because of this success and the unique elbow grease they supply to their portfolio, it was shocking to many to see that one of the storied seed franchises would contract, become its own sole LP, and scale back its operations. Yet for many, it didn’t come as a surprise.

LP 116

LP Global Social Media Portfolio 116

Version One Ventures

OCTOBER 17, 2018

It’s an exciting time to be launching a new fund as our focus on network effects and broad geography are driving opportunities in both existing and emerging markets. We invest in companies and platforms that leverage network effects. and Canada, offering portfolio companies strong networks and resources on both sides of the border.

Silicon Valley 126

Silicon Valley North America San Francisco LP 126

This is going to be BIG.

JUNE 20, 2024

It could take a long time to convince people you can make that leap, but you want to stay in motion as much as possible during that time—remaining in market, keeping your network warm. Some investors do that through the use of syndicates—which is why I’m super psyched to be working with Sydecar on a VC coaching giveaway.

Deal Flow 147

Deal Flow Syndicate Syndication Cap Table 147

Hunter Walker

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

And it’s often to the detriment of everyone involved, but especially to the detriment of founders and LPs. I’ve been a personal LP in every one of Ryan’s funds and part of what has always impressed me is his understanding of these tradeoffs in strategies and incentives.] Others won’t.

Venture Capital 103

Venture Capital LP Cofounder Early Stage 103

VC Adventure

OCTOBER 12, 2011

I recently waked into a pitch meeting for a social networking related business and was surprised by what I saw. I had interacted with the entrepreneur over email – taking a look at the initial business plan and setting up the meeting – but we hadn’t met in person before.

LP 90

LP Venture Capital Early Stage Social Network 90

This is going to be BIG.

MARCH 14, 2019

If you’re not actually modeling this out with a spreadsheet, I don’t know how you can look an LP in the face and say this. Because I had previously met Jack Dorsey through the Union Square Ventures network, in 2009 I was able to grab coffee with him before he launched Square. How will you provide it across 30 investments?

LP 102

LP Due Diligence Distribution Portfolio 102

firstround.com

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

the review. Investment Team. How we Work. Business Development. Learning & Development. Investment Team. Platform Team. First Round Capital. Management And Company Building. Categories. © 2013 First Round Capital. © 2013 First Round Capital.

CTO Hire 52

CTO Hire Engineer Software Review Part-Time VPE 52

This is going to be BIG.

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

I've had the privilege of working not only for investors like Josh Kopelman and Fred Wilson, but for an institutional LP that had been invested in venture capital since 1980. 3) Build a peer network and get in the flow of best practices. There are three ways to learn while working: 1) Work for people who are great at what they do.

LP 123

LP Venture Capital Startup Affiliate 123

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

you can build that with your personal peer network. While it’s true that they are investing LP money from a fund, it’s also true that the VCs are required to write large checks into their funds so every time they do a “capital call” (request money from an LP to fund you) they are also having to wire their own money into the deal.

Warrant 187

Warrant LP Cofounder Founder 187