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California powerhouse Khosla Ventures and Vermont-based Gaingels have accelerated their investing pace, according to recent data. The two firms tied for third place among most active U.S. investors in September. Just one month later, they moved up to first and second place, respectively, among investors making deals in America.  Their increased activity demonstrates growing momentum among top VC firms in the U.S. #startupfunding #startupinsights #smallbusinesss #startupsuccess #growth

Entrepreneurs beginning to fundraise - don't miss June 27th Snake Pit, sponsored by Baker Tilly US and part of the education series led by the Angel Venture Fair. Learn from accounting legal and banking experts. What a live pitch and hear the feedback given from active angel investors, and then hear from a panel of experienced angel investors what it takes to get funded in today's funding environment. https://lnkd.in/eMrnV6Xm

Exciting news in the venture capital world! 🌟 Meagan Malm ascends to the role of director at Grand Angels, Michigan's leading angel investing group. With a keen eye for innovation and a passion for engaging members, Malm is set to steer the course of potential game-changing investments. 🚀 From analysis to principal and now director since her start in 2020, her story is one of meteoric rise and mentorship. Read about how her international experience and commitment to fintech are contributing to Michigan Capital Network's expansion and success. #AngelInvesting #Leadership #VentureCapital #GrandAngels #Finance #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

The only folks worse at succession planning than Logan Roy may be partners at VC firms. The number of #VentureCapital firms has tripled over the last 15 years. While this speaks to the entrepreneurial nature of many VCs, it’s also a sign that many partners failed to groom successors and retain talent. When up-and-coming talent are not given the right opportunities within their own firms, don't be surprised when they find another path to reach the level of responsibility and impact they crave and feel ready for. At Kyber Knight Capital, Linus Liang and I understand that venture is an energy business. While it’s not the case for everyone, in many cases partners lose that hunger and hustle when they reach a certain level of wealth. Once you become too removed from the daily grind of the business, it’s the responsibility of the partners to ensure there are mechanisms in place to make room for young, hungry investors to take their place in the sun. #VCs not only owe it to their team, but also the entire ecosystem around their firm – their portfolio companies, funds, and investors – to get succession right. #Succession #SiliconValley #Investors #SandHillRoad #VentureCapital

Are You Ready For Series A Funding: Learn What To Expect Going from Seed funding to Series A funding is like moving from high school to university- it’s a different ball game. This video will help you know what to expect. Anthony Rose, CEO & Founder of SeedLegals brought together Jon Steinberg, Co-founder of Mountside Ventures and John Courtney, CEO & Founder of Boardroom Advisors to map out what to expect, and how to navigate the changes. By watching this video you will gain expert insight into: ✅ Are you in Series A Funding territory? ✅ What new metrics should you be focusing on? ✅ What should your focus be as a founder? ✅ Learn about the change in investor expectations ✅ Governance shifts you need to be aware of #seriesA #funding #investment #BoardroomAdvisors https://hubs.li/Q02bpJNJ0

Are You Ready For Series A Funding: Learn What To Expect Going from Seed funding to Series A funding is like moving from high school to university- it’s a different ball game. This video will help you know what to expect. Anthony Rose, CEO & Founder of SeedLegals brought together Jon Steinberg, Co-founder of Mountside Ventures and John Courtney, CEO & Founder of Boardroom Advisors to map out what to expect, and how to navigate the changes. By watching this video you will gain expert insight into: ✅ Are you in Series A Funding territory? ✅ What new metrics should you be focusing on? ✅ What should your focus be as a founder? ✅ Learn about the change in investor expectations ✅ Governance shifts you need to be aware of #seriesA #funding #investment #BoardroomAdvisors

Are You Ready For Series A Funding: Learn What To Expect Going from Seed funding to Series A funding is like moving from high school to university- it’s a different ball game. This video will help you know what to expect. Anthony Rose, CEO & Founder of SeedLegals brought together Jon Steinberg, Co-founder of Mountside Ventures and John Courtney, CEO & Founder of Boardroom Advisors to map out what to expect, and how to navigate the changes. By watching this video you will gain expert insight into: ✅ Are you in Series A Funding territory? ✅ What new metrics should you be focusing on? ✅ What should your focus be as a founder? ✅ Learn about the change in investor expectations ✅ Governance shifts you need to be aware of #seriesA #funding #investment #BoardroomAdvisors

🚀 Growing a company from seed stage to series A has a lot to do with hands-on support from your investors, shared Erica Duignan Minnihan during a conversation with investors who had started their own fund. Watch the entire clip to hear how Erica partners with founders and co-build businesses together. ⚡ If you're relatively new to investing (i.e. an accredited investor or non-partner VCs) don't miss our next New to VC event on August 6! In this next event, we'll talk to investors on what they learned about VC when they pivoted into the founder role. 🔔 Topic: Everything I Thought I Knew About VC Changed When I Became a Founder 📆 When: August 6 at 8:30am 📍 Where: Cooley LLP at Hudson Yards Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eAfrbPih This segment is from the panel on New to VC: Starting Your Own Fund on Feb 14. This event was moderated by Charlie O'Donnell, with Bloomberg Beta Founding Partner Karin Klein, Lakehouse Ventures Founder & General Partner John Neamonitis, and Reign Ventures Founder & General Partner Erica Duignan Minnihan. Big thanks to Cooley, Haymaker Group, and KPMG for making this event possible! #nyctech #nycstartups #VentureCapital #StartupGrowth #InvestorInsights #NewToVC

Are You Ready For Series A Funding: Learn What To Expect Going from Seed funding to Series A funding is like moving from high school to university- it’s a different ball game. This video will help you know what to expect. Anthony Rose, CEO & Founder of SeedLegals brought together Jon Steinberg, Co-founder of Mountside Ventures and John Courtney, CEO & Founder of Boardroom Advisors to map out what to expect, and how to navigate the changes. By watching this video you will gain expert insight into: ✅ Are you in Series A Funding territory? ✅ What new metrics should you be focusing on? ✅ What should your focus be as a founder? ✅ Learn about the change in investor expectations ✅ Governance shifts you need to be aware of #seriesA #funding #investment #BoardroomAdvisors

Are You Ready For Series A Funding: Learn What To Expect Going from Seed funding to Series A funding is like moving from high school to university- it’s a different ball game. This video will help you know what to expect. Anthony Rose, CEO & Founder of SeedLegals brought together Jon Steinberg, Co-founder of Mountside Ventures and John Courtney, CEO & Founder of Boardroom Advisors to map out what to expect, and how to navigate the changes. By watching this video you will gain expert insight into: ✅ Are you in Series A Funding territory? ✅ What new metrics should you be focusing on? ✅ What should your focus be as a founder? ✅ Learn about the change in investor expectations ✅ Governance shifts you need to be aware of #seriesA #funding #investment #BoardroomAdvisors