Hunter Walker

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Also, a partner who is transitioning into a non-FT role going forward. New GPs are hired or grown, and in several cases, the bench strength seems to be there. Not recruiting new Partners, not chasing LPs so that we can raise several hundred million dollars more next time around. Photo by Rod Long on Unsplash. In others, TBD.

LP 92

LP Early Stage Syndicate Syndication 92

Genuine VC

JULY 26, 2010

Micro VCs are notorious for building large and friendly syndicates. While traditional VCs sometimes have a love/hate relationship with their syndicate partners (often depending on how well their mutual portfolio companies are performing), it seems as though in the Micro VC arena all of the players speak and act like best friends.

Syndicate 128

Syndicate Syndication Due Diligence Seed Stage 128

www.allthingsdistributed.com

OCTOBER 23, 2010

In this pattern the CTO is often a co-founder ofthe business, or one of the first hires. ThisCTO’s responsibilities often include advanced technology, competitive analysis,technology assessment, prototyping lab, partnering, planning, and architecturestandards.

CTO 40

CTO CTO Hire Syndicate Syndication 40

OnlyOnce

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

” While the founding team was exploring potential business opportunities that allowed us to make a bigger impact on the world, Silicon Valley Bank and High Alpha Innovation were together envisioning a platform to help VC-backed portfolio companies more effectively navigate the complex world of executive talent needs. Enter Jenny Lawton.

Silicon Valley 62

Silicon Valley Venture Capital Cap Table Early Stage 62

This is going to be BIG.

MAY 29, 2012

You're going to want syndication partners on the deals you find and sounding boards on the thesis behind each of your potential investments. Other angels are a source of dealflow and can be leads to the kind of talent your portfolio needs to hire to be successful. 2) Network with as many other angel investors as possible.

Angel Investor 133

Angel Investor Syndicate Syndication Portfolio 133

View from Seed

JULY 9, 2015

Be sure you have an honest and direct discussion with your lawyers, who should be viewed as true partners who understand these things. a product launch, hiring a key executive, a rebrand, an expansion of market focus, etc.). These are great data points for a VC to receive soon after partnering with an entrepreneur.

Startup 120

Startup PR Cofounder Stealth 120

David Teten

DECEMBER 3, 2019

But in business, you want a lot of partners. However, in private markets, there is more room to optimize across all 11 steps of the investing process: firm management , marketing, fundraising , origination , manage relationships, due diligence, negotiation, monitoring, portfolio acceleration , reporting, and. 1) Manage the firm .

Technical Review 78

Technical Review Software Review Analytics Private Equity 78

View from Seed

MAY 29, 2019

Historically, seed rounds were syndicated among several different firms. Today, we are seeing less syndication of seed rounds and sharper elbows among many of the funds in the market. Instead of broadly syndicated rounds, we are seeing much more competition for fewer slots. Why Is Seed Investing Becoming More Sharp Elbowed?

Syndicate 267

Syndicate Syndication Cofounder Cap Table 267

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 3, 2010

First, if the VC does 15-20 of these under one partner then it is certain he can’t spend any time with these investments. They were grateful for the extra money as their launch was overwhelmingly successful and they had to rapidly hire staff to support customer demand. And then there is GRP Partners. Great reputation.

Venture Capital 265

Venture Capital Term Sheet Early Stage Silicon Valley 265

David Teten

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

The venture capital industry is continuing its evolution from an upside-down pyramid (typically 3-10 Partners, plus some administrative support) to a traditional hierarchical pyramid. Leading Late-Stage Technology Investors’ Portfolio by Geography, 2001-1Q2010. Deal origination is a slow, labor-intensive, frustrating process.

Private Equity 114

Private Equity Venture Capital Technical Review Equity 114

Version One Ventures

MAY 22, 2018

If you find yourself in the fortunate position of being oversubscribed, you’ll likely look to build the best investor base and find the right partners for your journey. Are you looking for help and expertise in hiring, product strategy, customer development, fundraising, coaching, therapy, etc.? What is important to you?

Cap Table 60

Cap Table Cofounder Syndicate Syndication 60

Agile VC

AUGUST 12, 2011

At NextView, we spend a substantial portion of our time trying to help our portfolio companies prepare for growth as “venture scale” businesses. My partner @ LeeHower looks back: [link] 5 days ago Search. There’s no magic formula for a successful Series A unfortunately. What’s Your Favorite Future? Previous Entries.

Seed Stage 113

Seed Stage Silicon Valley B2B Acquisition 113

Transformify

DECEMBER 7, 2019

Back in 2015, Google acquired Bebop, a company founded by VMware founder Diane Greene and that’s when Google Hire came to life. In 2019, Google announced its plans to shut down Google Hire in 2020. Google Hire will be supported by September 2019. Are the job listings syndicated with external job boards?

Hiring 95

Hiring Syndicate Syndication Social Media 95