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Marquis Caines
Black founders are creating exceptional products and driving innovation. However, the statistics have remained stagnant, highlighting a need for change. Remember, supporting Black founders is crucial for true diversity. Progress can only be achieved if we move forward together, not separately. This is what we aim to achieve @ Diversity-X
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Gregg Scoresby
Fundraising Lessons ____ In the next week or two, we will complete the final close of PHX Ventures Fund II. It's been a successful process as we exceeded our fundraising target by 20% and will hit our goal of $30m. I've been contrasting my experiences raising VC funding as the Founder / CEO of CampusLogic to my experience raising a VC fund as the Founder / General Partner of PHX Ventures. Here are five similarities I have observed: - Founder Market Fit. Fund investors seemed drawn to our personal experience scaling VC-backed software companies. It would have been hard for us to raise money for a climate tech or biotech fund as we know nothing about those areas. Investors need to believe that a VC deeply understands the areas in which they invest. - Differentiation. We aren't the only B2B software investor in the world but we are differentiated. Our operating experience, concentrated portfolio, institutional mindset, diligence framework, community investments (i.e., PHX FWD), founder support model, and network of later-stage VC / PEs are unique. Investors value differentiation. - Track Record. The last year has not been the easiest time to raise a fund but thankfully the track record from our first fund is strong. That fund was fortunate to be an early investor in Virtuous, Trainual, Nectar, equipifi, Nurture Boss, and other winning software companies. These past investments provide valuable reference points to investors. - Skin In The Game. When I decided to start PHX Ventures, I committed to be the largest investor in every fund we raise. That has resonated with our new investors. We regularly hear that the percentage of dollars coming from us, the partners managing the fund, is 5X-10X higher than they have ever seen. Our investors feel aligned with us. - Cast A Wide Net. Like founders, VC firms must talk to myriad investors when raising a fund. Many investors passed on our fund for various reasons and some that we thought would come in fizzled out at the end. That's all normal, but next time we raise a fund I will likely cast an even wider net to ensure we get in front of the right investors at the right time. I'm excited about PHX Ventures Fund II. We have already made four investments including Soraban, Fluint, AudiencePlus, and Rivia Health. I love these founders and the high-growth companies they are busy building. Lastly, I am thankful for our investors who have joined our efforts to find, back, and support ambitious founders building high-growth software companies that will change the world for good. ____ #venturecapital, #b2b #software, #saas, #VC
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Mike Krenn
An interesting article below, that demonstrates out how San Diego is punching above its weight. And how Connect's strategy and execution over time, contintues to be central to that success. The article describes the current state of the market in Seattle. (And i love Seattle.) It's a market that we tend to track with relative to venture fundings. They used to kick our butts, we outraised them each of the last three years. This despite the fact they have 3x as many funds there, and 9x the amount of resident capital there. (per pitchbook) Some key takeaways: * They continue to compare themselves to SIlicon Valley. Instead, we leverage our proximity. *They whine there's not enough local investors (see note above - they have more than us). We bring over 200 VCs to SD annually! * They say founders are not connected with one another. We bring CEOs together regularly, in a variety of ways - private dinners and through our Springboard program. * They say they need to elevate their image on a national & international stage. Why we created and continue to build Five.Ten.Thirty (aka Inno Day). * And the last paragraph - they need to concentrate on making their region a great place to live. Our mantra: "It's about Better, not Bigger." (See XEO, TL Fund). THANK YOU FOR ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT. WE ARE ON A MISSION TOGETHER!!! (Comments, whining, suggestions on SD always welcome.) https://lnkd.in/g6Rq_f2Y
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Matan Hazanov
Should you ask a VC to sign your NDA before sharing information about your startup? Check out my latest Youtube video to hear my perspective on this divisive topic. I cover: - the reasons a VC will not sign your NDA - why its a bad tactic to ask - when its appropriate to ask Many startups thrive on outcompeting their peers through innovation. Its understandable that many startup founders will want to jealously guard information about their innovation, product, and business. But its not a good strategy to ask for an NDA because it creates unnecessary barriers and has very little utility in the early stage of the fundraising process and very hard to enforce. Also, there are ways to mitigate the risks of sharing sensitive info. I am not a lawyer, and nothing I say in this video should be construed as legal advice. This is my personal opinion from ~10 years of experience as a VC investor. #venturecapital #startups #investing #NDAs https://lnkd.in/dxyRyrbG
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Nicole DeTommaso
VC is a unique industry in that you can participate without being full-time. "Test it out" before choosing it as a career path. Take advantage of this perk. Part-Time VC Opportunities: 1) Angel investing 2) Scouting 3) Internships 4) Advising Firms with angel programs: - First Round - Hustle Fund - RBL1 - Pipeline Angels Firms with scout programs: - Lightspeed - Index - Village Global - Contrary Capital - Upfront - Atomico - Sequoia - Indie VC - VamosVentures - Female Founders Fund Many firms have internship/fellowship programs. Check out 150 of them here thanks to Tian Shi: https://lnkd.in/gkHWZCVv For more info on these programs and what types of qualities firms are looking for in filling these roles, check out the below: https://lnkd.in/gBBYZKD2 #venturecapital #vc #startups #investing
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Gabriel Jarrosson
Five years ago, I took a leap of faith and started investing in Y Combinator startups. I was drawn to their track record, their innovative spirit, and their knack for spotting the next big thing. Today, I'm more convinced than ever that YC is an asset class of its own. And in our latest Lobster Talks episode, I break down exactly why. We dive into the hottest trends from YC (hint: AI is *everywhere*), YC's bold move to 4 batches a year, and the enduring appeal of B2B software. Plus, I share my predictions for the future of venture capital and why I believe the best is yet to come for YC startups. Whether you're a founder, investor, or just fascinated by the startup world, this episode is packed with insights. Watch full episode here → https://lnkd.in/e5MGSfqM #YCombinator #VentureCapital #AI #Startups #LobsterCapital
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