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How to Get World Class Experts to Support Your Company

David Teten

I’ve also presented at a range of industry conferences on how institutional investors can use professional networks for research , origination , market research , and value creation. Here the rigor in qualifying the GLG Share members helps, because we want the conversation to be valuable on both sides.

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15 Steps to Fundraising for Your New Venture Capital or Private Equity Fund

David Teten

The next best move is to build your core team, e.g., recruit an Advisory Board, Venture Partners, and EIRs. Conduct an honest self-evaluation: can you realistically raise money from institutional investors, or should you focus on high net worths/family offices? Institutional investors in funds are typically conservative.