Differentiation LP Networking Portfolio 
Both Sides of the Table
JUNE 22, 2021
I counsel first-time VCs (as well as founders) to have mid-funnel strategies to get from first LP meeting to close and to put a disproportionate amount of time into this area (I say more about this on the podcast starting at timecode 27:41). And again, just like in enterprise sales, this is all about differentiation ?—?what
Version One Ventures
JANUARY 31, 2024
Since then, I’ve received 200+ inbound leads (and counting). Have backed close to 20 emerging GP's over the past 5 yrs & looking to add 3-4 more to the portfolio this year. The first is the fund that you would ideally raise if LP capital was not a constraining factor. DM's open. Things are much different now.
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Hunter Walker
MARCH 28, 2018
.” I hear, read, see examples every day of investors espousing differentiated theses with regards to why they exist. And why a LP should give them theirs. Your portfolio page. Your portfolio page is your thesis. Your portfolio page is your thesis. So we network, we write blog posts , we research, we tweet.
Both Sides of the Table
JULY 23, 2014
At the other end of the spectrum large funds have gotten even larger in the past few years which has massively increased the amount of consolidation in our industry as 66% of LP money into venture is now concentrated in late-stage or full-cycle VCs. Why is this? This is a structural shift in our industry few have talked about publicly.
Both Sides of the Table
JANUARY 16, 2012
He’s focused on that sector (not exclusively but predominantly) and therefore has an amazing network at large financial services firms to help you with business development. Fred Wilson likes, “large networks of socially connected people” while Foundry lists its 5 key themes on its website. Do your homework.
David Teten
JUNE 1, 2011
Estimated 100 – 200 total entities Friends & family – basic networking. Question : How do generalist PE funds differentiate and get in the advisers list? Question : How do PE funds differentiate in the LOI phase? Zubin Avari, Charter Oak Equity LP Christopher A. Prestegaard, High Road Capital Parnters.
The Equity Kicker
JULY 8, 2019
Then from the mid 2000s, value add began moving beyond the partner to the firm as VCs began employing people who’s full time job was helping their portfolio. The most common strategies are to provide networking services and content to portfolio leaders so they can be more effective in their jobs. . Building platforms.
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