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📝 VC Essentials: Key Points in a Term Sheet A solid term sheet sets the foundation for a successful deal. Here’s what matters: Valuation & Ownership: Know exactly how much of the company you'll own. Investor Protections: Make sure your rights and investments are protected. Exit Pathways: Plan for clear options to exit in the future. Thanks to Rubén D. for sharing this helpful guide! Read the full report below. #VentureCapital #TermSheet #Investing

The right time to be raising a fund is when you're not raising a fund. You want to let people know what you're building without asking for money. The dirty little secret is you're always fundraising - Courtney Russell McCrea Co-Founder Recast Capital. Tune in to the full episode for more insights! bit.ly/4f9TYHe

🧠 How VCs Think: Key Insights for Fellow VCs Venture capital is a game of risk management and high returns. Here’s how VCs approach it: - Only 20% of their investments drive 80% of returns. - Hitting returns requires a "unicorn" company to succeed. - VCs focus on reducing risks around development, market, execution, and finance. - Remember the 5 Ts: Team, TAM, Technology, Traction, and Trenches. Thanks to Rubén D. for curating this insightful document! Read the full report below.

It’s not always about the industry; sometimes it’s about how a GP sees the industry and the world. When they explain something in a way that makes you go, ‘Wow, I’ve never heard that before, but it makes sense,’ that’s what grabs attention. - Courtney Russell McCrea Co-Founder Recast Capital For more insights tune in to the full episode: bit.ly/4f9TYHe

If you're raising a smaller VC fund, targeting the right investors is key. Public pensions aren’t ideal for a $10M fund—high-net-worth individuals or corporations are much better bets. In fact, you can often raise $100K–$500K over a simple Zoom call, avoiding lengthy institutional processes. Watch the full episode with Courtney Russell McCrea co-founder Recast Capital for more insights!

When raising a VC fund, it's easy to get pulled in different directions by various opinions, but staying true to your vision is crucial. Instead of trying to please everyone, focus on finding the right investors who believe in your approach and strategy. Here are some key insights for emerging managers from Courtney Russell McCrea co-founder Recast Capital: 1. Find Your People: Stick to your vision and find investors who truly align with your goals. 2. Stay Focused: Don’t feel the need to please every LP. If your story resonates with the right people, stick with them. 3. Prove Yourself First: Focus on showing you can pick great companies before expanding your investor base. 4. Be Flexible: Take opportunities as they come—if an unexpected investor is interested, don’t hesitate. #VC #Fundraising #EmergingManagers #Startups #Investing

📊 Key Insights from Carta's VC Fund Performance Report 📊 The venture capital landscape has faced significant shifts since 2022, and Carta’s latest report sheds light on the current state of VC fund performance: - Slowed Capital Deployment: 2022 funds have deployed only 43% of their committed capital after two years, the lowest in recent vintages. - Series A Struggles: Only 15.4% of startups from Q1 2022 made it to Series A, compared to nearly 31% in 2018. - DPI Challenges: Less than 10% of 2021 funds have returned capital to investors, reflecting the tough exit environment. Big thanks to Carta for this helpful data! Check out the full report for more insights.

In a world where many venture funds look the same, the ones that truly stand out are those who break the mold. Here’s what makes a difference: (1) Fresh Perspective: Funds that bring something new to the table—whether it's their background, unique insights, or the way they add value to startups—catch attention quickly. (2) New Opportunities: Those who explore markets or ideas others haven’t tapped into can uncover hidden gems that turn into major opportunities. (3) Smart Contrarian Thinking: Not every bold idea is a good one, but those who challenge the norm in a thoughtful way can be game changers. 🎥 Watch the full episode with Recast Capital's Co-founder, Courtney Russell McCrea! 👉 bit.ly/484Ar8B

If you have conviction in your vision, don’t wait for the "perfect" moment—just start. Even a small raise, like $2-3M, can give you the momentum to get going. For Amir Farha with COTU Ventures, early investments, like Huspy, helped build credibility with LPs and showcase tangible results. You don’t need a massive first close to gain traction—focus on building progress and using that momentum to fuel future raises. How do you approach building early momentum in your journey?

Amir Farha had an LP back out at the 11th hour—it came down to a lack of clear terms. The takeaway? Don’t leave key investors in the gray. Be decisive and firm on the offer from the start. Painful lesson, but it taught Amir the importance of managing expectations early when raising a fund. Watch full episode for more Insights: bit.ly/3Bv21zu