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JUNE 28, 2011

The trend of funding anything from the first $25k to funding $50 million at a billion+ valuation is unlikely to last as the skills and style to be effective at all stages are diverse enough to warrant focus. These two trends had a major impact on the computing industry from 2000-2005 but the effects weren’t yet felt by the VC industry.

Venture Capital 334

Venture Capital Software PHP Open Source 334

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FEBRUARY 17, 2011

Every conversation about fund raising should start with what your current operational needs are and the stage of your business. I do not endorse raising $5 million for a business that doesn’t yet warrant it. As anyone raising money in April 2000, September 2001 or September 2008 can tell you that.

Pre-Money Valuation 303

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JUNE 29, 2017

We don’t mind investing earlier if the situation warrants and we don’t mind leading a B-Round if we know the team well or the market. And Stuart Lander is also a partner and runs all operations and platform teams. We believe this isn’t just a market statement — it is where we will drive huge and differentiated returns.

Los Angeles 287

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