Genuine VC

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

It was not large enough produce more efficiently and price more cheaply, was not that much different a style, nor was it aimed at a certain subsegment audience. As the venture capital space matures, I see a similar pattern emerging. In many ways, the beer market of the 90’s is like the venture market today.

Seed Stage 191

Seed Stage Belgium Differentiation LP 191

Genuine VC

JANUARY 3, 2013

The nuance which isn’t being recognized is that most of the companies of this latter profile, while viable businesses, aren’t venture-scale businesses. Businesses which should and do attract venture capital are ones which have the potential to be both high-growth and extremely large.

Seed Stage 166

Seed Stage Venture Capital Audience New York 166

Genuine VC

JUNE 22, 2011

And of course, the location means a lot too, sending an important signal about priorities and audience. It fits in with my blog post last year about our approach to venture capital. Or do they look more traditional, conveying a sense of heritage and longevity? Does the space seem quiet or is it lively with activity?

Seed Stage 123

Seed Stage Boston Incubator Portfolio 123

Genuine VC

JULY 23, 2007

Being in the venture capital industry, I find that sometimes it is worthwhile to take a step back from the day-to-day to take a look at the large impending trends which are just beginning to affect us. Domestically, we have a growing population of youth who have never known life without internet and mobile phone.

Green 100

Green Bandwidth Startup Venture Capital 100