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Venture capital's 'exclusive club' myth is swiftly becoming outdated? 🌍 This transformative shift is led by firms like Gunderson Dettmer, focusing solely on the innovation economy and supporting market-leading investors and groundbreaking companies globally. In yesterday's episode of Swimming with Allocators, we dive deep with Brian Huber, a partner at Gunderson Dettmer, who brings three decades of expertise right from the heart of Silicon Valley. Discover how their singular dedication to venture and growth equity spaces is crafting robust ecosystems far beyond traditional tech hubs. 🚀 Brian shares invaluable insights with Alexa Binns into how the landscape of VC is evolving, spreading to diverse locations and sectors, fostering a wealth of new ideas and opportunities. Don't miss this chance to understand the future of venture capital through the lens of a leading expert in the field. Tune in now! 🎧 #VentureCapital #InnovationEconomy #GundersonDettmer #SwimmingWithAllocators

At Upfront Summit 2024, Samir Kaji, Allocate, and David Frankel, Founder Collective, partnered with Yair Riemer, Upfront Ventures, to shed light on how the venture landscape has expanded and diversified over the years, from a mere handful to thousands of firms, each bringing unique perspectives to the table. A key takeaway? The importance of adaptability and discernment in navigating these waters. As the industry continues to evolve, so too must our strategies and approaches. The growth in venture firms is not just about numbers; it's about the depth of expertise, the variety of niches covered, and the myriad opportunities for founders. For entrepreneurs and investors alike, this moment in time is not just challenging; it's ripe with opportunities for those willing to learn, adapt, and innovate. Let's embrace this complexity as a pathway to uncovering new potentials and forging ahead into a future teeming with possibilities. Excited to share the full session of "What Lessons Do the Last Two Decades Bring Us in Early-Stage Venture?" --> https://lnkd.in/gqg_23GT Upfront Ventures #UpfrontSummit2024 #VentureCapital #Innovation

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Where do #venturestudios fit into the #ecosystem? Here's an oversimplified breadown: 🎯🎰 Venture Capital firms are in the business of picking winners.  🤝 🧠 Incubators and accelerators are in the business of mentoring winners.  🔨 👷♂️ Venture Studios are in the business of building winners.  Each road ends in 🏆 winners 🏅  It’s not a competition— the ecosystem needs all players! It’s a matter of style and finding the right fit for both the founders and the investors. 

Happy Tuesday, Pygmalions! This week, we're exploring the evolving role of Demo Days in LatAm's startup ecosystem, from Wayra’s in-person events to Rockstarts' remote spectacles and the disruptive Stonks platform. 👾 Demo Days Transformation: COVID-19 pushed Demo Days online, democratizing access but also introducing new challenges. 💡 Key Insights: Global Reach: Online platforms opened doors for founders to pitch to a worldwide audience. Stonks Revolution: Created urgency among investors, but can it compromise due diligence? Investor Selectivity: Economic downturns mean investors are pickier. Are Demo Days still valuable? Quality vs. Quantity: Vanity metrics often overshadow the true measure of success—closed checks. Sensitive Information: Publicly sharing your fundraising efforts can have drawbacks. How to handle it strategically? 🚀 Pygma’s Experience: Our journey with Demo Days has been a rollercoaster, from launching on Stonks to creating our own platform. We’ve learned valuable lessons about quality connections and the importance of continuous innovation. 🧐 Industry Perspectives: Claudio Barahona Jacobs: Advocates for returning Demo Days to their core purpose—facilitating meaningful connections. 🧐 Investor Insights: Leandro Pisaroni Gerbaldo Pisaroni: Believes Demo Days should serve as showcases but prefers summaries and 1-on-1 speed dating meetings. Miguel Medina (Mike): Suggests fewer, higher-quality Demo Days to avoid oversaturation. Curious to learn more? Dive into our newsletter for an in-depth look at the future of Demo Days and our insights from the frontlines. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edynrbPK #Fintech #DemoDays #LatAm #Pygma #Entrepreneurship #Startups #VentureCapital

Fueling the future of innovation 💡✨ At Innovations Venture Studio, we don't just wish for success, we make it happen. 💪 Join us on the journey of turning dreams into reality. 🚀 #innovationcapital #ventureforward #makeithappen 🌐 #venturecapital #venturestudio #startupgrowth #businessgrowth #businessfunding

🚀 Traditional VC vs. Global Ventures X – Which Will You Choose? 🚀 Why settle for generic advice when you can have customized support tailored to your startup’s needs? At Global Ventures X, we offer end-to-end services to ensure your success from ideation to global launch. 🔗 Get in Touch - globalventuresx.com #VentureCapital #StartupSuccess #GlobalVenturesX #Innovation

Deep tech investments hold immense potential to tackle global challenges, but their success hinges on a strategic, long-term approach often overlooked in traditional venture models. At Aventurine Capital Group, we're pioneering a new era of deep tech investing by focusing on early-stage intellectual property assets with multi-market applications. Unlike conventional funds, we understand the value of nurturing and developing IP over time, ensuring innovations reach their full potential across diverse industries. By fostering a perpetual fund model, we're committed to maximizing IP value while generating sustainable returns, paving the way for transformative advancements that benefit both investors and society. https://lnkd.in/gF_cw9Um #VC #Investment #Innovation #IP #Patents #DeepTech

You know open innovation is critical, but resources are limited and there are so many options! Should you be running an accelerator? Setting up a Corporate Venture Capital Arm? Running proof of concept projects? Partnering with peers or universities? What's a venture studio anyway? Diana Joseph comes to the rescue at #Innov8rs SoCal, running a highly interactive workshop for you and fellow innovators to test your firm's requirements against the opportunities offered by each type of partnership engine. You'll walk away knowing which engine (or engines!) your firm should pursue, and new instincts for what kinds of partnership make sense. Ready to bet safely on open innovation? See you at the conference next month! #openinnovation #innovationmanagement

Last week Utah Innovation Fund's, Gabi Tellez, was part of an investor panel focused on venture capital resources in Utah at BioUtah's annual E&I Summit! The panel, moderated by Ryan Morley of SpringTide Ventures, and also featuring Jack Boren of EPIC Ventures, Dave Dobkin of LifeSci Capital LLC, and James Clarke of Clarke Capital Partners explored the Utah venture capital fundraising landscape and offered advise to entrepreneurs seeking funding. We've compiled a few key takeaways from the panel below: 1. Capital with Purpose: Secure funding with intentionality. Understand your financial needs deeply and have a strategic plan for every dollar. 2. Selective Partnerships: Your investors and partners shape your journey. Prioritize those whose values align with yours, even if choices seem limited. Opt for collaborators who enhance your prospects. 3. Embrace Transparency: Initiate open dialogues with investors by highlighting both your challenges and strategies for navigating them. Honesty fosters trust and partnership strength. 4. Continuous Fundraising: View fundraising as an ongoing strategy, not a one-off event. Cultivate lasting relationships with investors, ensuring they understand your vision and progress, keeping you top of mind. 5. Know Your Audience: Tailor your approach to suit the specific investors you’re engaging with, recognizing the nuances between generalists and specialists. Adapt your pitch to resonate effectively with their expectations. Leverage these insights to refine your strategy, enhance your investor relationships, and propel your startup forward. #venturecapital #utahinnovation #startuputah #investorinsights