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Amazing to see the progress that Andrew Stroup and Nadav Ullman and the Leverage team have made in bringing visibility to inbound logistics with AI. Leverage #supplychainmanagement #ai

This is FANTASTIC. Thanks Talia Goldberg for sharing the Bessemer Venture Partners 'Anti-Portfolio' - 'Honoring the companies we missed'. Click on each logo to see what BVP passed on and why - well done BVP for showcasing this, and having a sense of humor about it 😂 'We chose to decline these investments, each of which we had the opportunity to invest in, and each of which later blossomed into a tremendously successful company. Our reasons for passing on these investments varied. In some cases, we were making a conscious act of generosity to another, younger venture firm, down on their luck, who we felt could really use a billion dollars in gains. In other cases, our partners had already run out of spaces on the year's Schedule D and feared that another entry would require them to attach a separate sheet. Whatever the reason, we would like to honor these companies -- our "anti-portfolio" -- whose phenomenal success inspires us in our ongoing endeavors to build growing businesses. Or, to put it another way: if we had invested in any of these companies, we might not still be working.'

Today, we’re proud to announce Ironspring Ventures Fund II, $100M in new capital to continue our work partnering with early-stage founders who are creating change and catalyzing innovation across the industrial supply chain.     There’s never been a better time to invest in #manufacturing, #construction, #transportation & #logistics, and #alternativeenergy, critical industrial industries. With Fund II, we’ll double down on our conviction and ability to back the entrepreneurs and teams who are revolutionizing the way we design, build, distribute, and operate in the physical world. We passionately believe in this work, and with our new fund, it's full speed ahead.    We wouldn’t be here today without acknowledging how far we’ve come and the network of supporters who have believed in us and made our work possible. We’re incredibly grateful for our community of portfolio company founders, LPs, and broader network, who like us, are committed to creating a more productive, sustainable, and secure industrial supply chain.       Read more on Fund II in TechCrunch here: https://lnkd.in/gBMxAjPx    Ty Findley, Peter J. Holt, Adam Bridgman       #digitalindustrial #newfund #vc

Bessemer Venture Partners’ Anti-portfolio is a thing of beauty. It’s a humorous and self-reflective take on the investments that the firm passed on and later regretted not making. They’ve got some BIG names on that list: • Apple • Facebook • Google • AirBnB I think it’s cool for a number of reasons: • It shows other VCs that you can often have big misses, and that's okay! • It shows startups that early-stage VCs might not know what they are doing all the time, and that’s okay too!  • It’s fun to be retrospective and look at what worked well and what didn't. • It acts as a great learning experience for Bessemer and other VCs VCs! What are some big investments you missed/passed on? #investing #venturecapital

📝2024 Hiring trends anyone?📝 Robert Taylor ends our Investor Series on a high note with some insights from top investors on the themes they are currently seeing in hiring! We might know a thing or two about that ourselves 😉. #blog #hiring #executivesearch #investing

At Flagstaff Ventures, we're more than a venture fund; we're a collective of visionaries, dedicated to empowering the disruptors of the consumer tech and CPG industries. Our commitment to early-stage investments is driven by a belief in the transformative power of innovation and operational excellence. We stand by founders to reshape markets, offering our extensive network and operational expertise to turn visionary concepts into market-dominating companies. As we prepare to launch our latest initiative—a newsletter packed with insights, stories, and opportunities—we invite our community to join us in this journey. This publication is a testament to our commitment to shaping the future of consumer-focused innovation. By subscribing, you become part of a dialogue dedicated to fostering growth, diversity, and success in the entrepreneurial landscape. To learn more about our approach, our portfolio, and how we support our founders, we encourage you to visit our website. Here, you can also subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates and insights. For those looking to make a real impact, reach out to our team through email to explore collaboration opportunities, found on our website. #flagstaffventures #venturecapital #funding #businesssuccess

🚀💰 Big moves in the VC world! Lexington Partners launches a massive $23bn fund, eyeing a generational opportunity in startup secondary markets. With IPOs and acquisitions slowing, this shift to discounted venture stakes could redefine startup investing dynamics. #VentureCapital #StartupFunding #MarketTrends

Riding the Next Bull Run: What to Expect in Investments from Ventures A lot of folks are thinking it'll play out like the last one, but things might shake out differently. In the last round, some cool projects didn't really launch their big stuff before the market took a nosedive. And we couldn’t predict exactly when the market hits its high or low. Now, as we gear up for the next round, it's prime time for both the projects that survived the turbulence and the ventures. - Ventures will channel their focus towards exceptional projects within their portfolio that have not only weathered the storms but have also diligently built a robust community. Armed with both financial resources and influence, these ventures aim to amplify their impact on these projects and companies. - There's a fresh wave of investment heading to the projects that stand out in the crowd. If you're a latecomer, proving what makes you different and why you're a big deal is key to scoring funds. Remember, luck is just being ready for whatever life throws your way. And, no two cycles are the same! As this industry is evolving, people are getting smarter. Remember that!

Mobilising global venture capital to unlock the full potential of local start-ups takes a team. And Queensland's team just got bigger. Introducing QIC's latest Queensland Venture Capital Development Fund deals, as reported by The Australian Financial Review's Tess Bennett: Sprint Ventures l Brandon Capital l Tidal Ventures l Jekara Group These funds will help to bridge the early-stage funding gap and tap into Queensland’s booming life sciences, climate tech and SaaS ecosystems. #VC #venturecapital #startup Queensland Treasury l Cameron Dick l Crystal Russell l Nicholas Guest l Matiela Baker l Leo Channon l Lottie Tant l Nicola Wightman