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At our Vintage VC Summit in San Francisco, we had the opportunity to engage with leading venture capitalists on crucial industry topics. 🚀 If you haven't already, check out insightful advice from GPs in the Vintage network from our "VC Insights" series, which focuses on Advice for Founders. 💡 The episode features insights from- ⭐ Gaurav Jain (Afore Capital) "Really understand the scalability of their idea and sort of the longevity of that idea, you want to make sure you're not just filling the whole in somebody's roadmap. It's important because these companies take decades to build. So, you want to make sure you are pursuing the right idea." ⭐ Ed Sim (boldstart ventures) "Continue focusing not on what VCs want which is kind of the cool hot thing like AI, focus on solving a very fundamental problem that customers will be willing to pay for and doing it in a unique way that is 10x better than exists." ⭐ Raanan Bar-Cohen (Resolute Ventures) "Everything is better except for fundraising. And the advice I've been giving is to really look for longer runway. Anything from 30-36 months and to be honest about product-market fit" ⭐ Shuly Galili (UpWest) "A lot of founders, at least in the pre-seed and seed stage, need to get to certain KPIs and certain momentum in order to validate that the market really wants the product. They need to validate how they are evaluating the long-term vision of their companies and bring on board kind of the core team in order to execute their vision." Don’t miss out on these essential tips for founders looking to make their mark. ✨😎 Check it out now!

Have you heard about OTB Ventures' phenomenal $185M 2nd fund? 🚀 Backed by heavyweights like Isomer Capital, European Investment Fund (EIF) and NATO Innovation Fund (NIF), it's making waves in the VC world! 🌊 Already boasting an impressive portfolio featuring powerhouse companies like ICEYE, Kevin, and Silent Eight, OTB Ventures is setting the bar high for venture capital investors in the CEE region. And here's the kicker: You now have the exclusive chance to dive deep into the minds behind this game-changing VC firm! 🎙️ In our recent podcast episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Marcin Hejka, one of OTB's Co-Founders and General Partners. From his remarkable journey transitioning from Intel Capital to co-founding OTB Ventures, to his invaluable insights on investing in deep tech startups, Marcin shares it all! Tune in now to gain firsthand knowledge and uncover why investing in deep tech might just be the smartest move for VCs. 💡 Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to learn from the best in the business! Link in comments. #OTBVentures #DeepTech #VentureCapital #Podcast #Investing #CEE #VCintheCEE

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Do you feel like the VC funding world is a maze you can't navigate? You're not alone. @kurtwa, Founder of VentureHaus, dives into the inefficiencies plaguing the VC funding arena. Discover the power dynamics, market inefficiencies, and the crucial role of the community in bridging the gap for innovators. Don't miss this eye-opening episode that could reshape your approach to venture capital. Tune in now and unlock the secrets to navigating the funding landscape. WATCH ▶️ Venture Capital Fundraising and Ecosystem Building https://brnw.ch/21wJ8om #broadcastyourauthority #venturecapital #VCInsights #CapitalRaising #BeyondPitching #TechCommunity #FounderFunding #StartupAI #StartupMVP #AIContent #FoundersCommunity #AIGuidance

I always thought skipping VC funding capped business growth, so learning about a company that started with just $10k and reached $600m in revenues 7 years later without taking any VC money blew my mind! 💥 ButcherBox achieved this through clever influencer marketing, a robust social media strategy, and prioritizing profitability on day 1 over rapid expansion. It's refreshing to see a business thrive without compromising its mission/values under investor pressure. However, how transferable is this model? In my opinion, for capital-intensive businesses like advanced tech startups, it's unlikely, but many SaaS companies could potentially replicate this success. What's your take? What factors do you think are critical for replicating this success in other industries? 🤔 #entrepreneurship #startupstrategy #StartupFunding #VCAlternatives #BusinessGrowth

Do you feel like the VC funding world is a maze you can't navigate? You're not alone. @kurtwa, Founder of VentureHaus, dives into the inefficiencies plaguing the VC funding arena. Discover the power dynamics, market inefficiencies, and the crucial role of the community in bridging the gap for innovators. Don't miss this eye-opening episode that could reshape your approach to venture capital. Tune in now and unlock the secrets to navigating the funding landscape. WATCH ▶️ Venture Capital Fundraising and Ecosystem Building https://brnw.ch/21wJ8ok #broadcastyourauthority #venturecapital #VCInsights #CapitalRaising #BeyondPitching #TechCommunity #FounderFunding #StartupAI #StartupMVP #AIContent #FoundersCommunity #AIGuidance

How can a community be your biggest asset in tech? Kurt Walker from VentureHaus explores the pivotal role of the community in building tech platforms. From different forms of capital to the invaluable human element, discover the essentials for nurturing your business's growth. Unlock the power of community in tech. Dive into this episode for a fresh perspective on building your platform with purpose.▶️ Venture Capital Fundraising and Ecosystem Building. https://brnw.ch/21wJbPI #broadcastyourauthority #venturecapital #VCInsights #CapitalRaising #BeyondPitching #TechCommunity #FounderFunding #StartupAI #StartupMVP #AIContent #FoundersCommunity #AIGuidance

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Venture Capitalists and Allocators, at the end of the day, underwrite two things: financials and people. In a revealing exchange on this week's Swimming with Allocators new episode, Sam Sadowsky from 1200vc shed light on a fundamental truth often overshadowed by pursuing unicorns and outsized returns: Venture Capital is inherently a human-centric business. Sam eloquently pointed out that whether you're an operator turned investor or a seasoned allocator, the essence of VC lies in its empathy and understanding of the founder's journey. This perspective is not just about adding value beyond capital but about recognizing the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of building a company from the ground up. But here's the question that keeps me up at night: In our rush to scale, to chase the next big thing, are we losing sight of the very human element that underpins our industry? Are we becoming too transactional, forgetting that VC is a 'we' business at its heart, not an 'I' or 'you' business? Sam's insights challenge us to rethink our approach to venture capital. It's a call to remember that beyond the spreadsheets, pitch decks, and cap tables, are people with dreams, aspirations, and the courage to build something from nothing. As we delve into the potential in overlooked industries and the evolving fate of unicorns with insights from Rachel Waddell at Silicon Valley Bank, this episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in the venture ecosystem. Tune in to the latest episode of 'Swimming with Allocators' and let's explore these questions together. #VentureCapital #EmpathyInVC #StartupEcosystem #SwimmingWithAllocators

🎮 New Indie Studios are pitching their games looking for investment and there's not enough information from a professional perspective about the pitching process. Lizzie Mintus has once again brought in some top level talent to give their perspective about a subject that Indie Studios need to hear! Moritz Baier-Lentz 🎮has a long list of achievements I won't mention as they are listed everywhere else, but he has a great view on the 2000+ game pitches he receives every year for investment. 🕹 Give this a listen and broaden your Game Dev Skillz! Here's just a bit of what you'll hear: -When to do studio investing versus games investing -What is the advantage of companies becoming generational? -The top mistakes to avoid in early-stage pitches -Creative versus technical: how should you structure your startup for funding? -How do IPOs compare to M&A as an exit strategy? -Moritz shares how he handles imposter syndrome Podcast Link ---> https://lnkd.in/g7meJd5B 🚀 Remember, Space Gnome Studio is here to help bring your project to life! From single audio files to massive modular art assets, Space Gnome Studio can do that! www.spacegnomestudio.com 🚀