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Can The Perks Of Early-Stage VC Make A Difference To Founders?

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Internet · 11m ago

Can The Perks Of Early-Stage VC Make A Difference To Founders?

The article discusses the importance of early-stage venture capital (VC) for startups, highlighting how hands-on investors provide essential support beyond funding. This includes help with marketing, legal, hiring, and operations, which are critical during the startup's growth phase. Founders should carefully vet investors, ensuring they provide value and can help scale the business efficiently from early to growth stages.

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Jenny Fielding, co-founder of Everywhere Ventures and former Techstars managing director, sparked a conversation about the appropriateness of early-stage founders having executive assistants (EAs) to help them schedule. Some suggested using AI executive assistants, while others defended the need for human assistance. Fielding's point was that founders should focus on building a product rather than excessive spending. Seed investors, like Fielding, believe founders should spend their cash as they see fit, but early-stage VCs will still evaluate their cash management when it's time to raise the next round. Fielding also mentioned that certain titles and high salaries at early-stage startups can raise red flags for VCs.

Two 100X.VC co-founders set to launch new early-stage VC firm

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VCCircle · 3m ago

Two 100X.VC co-founders set to launch new early-stage VC firm

Two former co-founders of 100X.VC are starting a new early-stage venture capital firm after leaving 100X.VC late last year. Previously affiliated with the firm led by angel investor Sanjay Mehta’s family office, these executives are now establishing their venture to continue investing in early-stage companies. The move highlights a strategic shift from their roles at the sector-agnostic VC firm to independently managing a new investment entity.

Investors taking 30% of a startup in a round are short-sighted

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Investors taking 30% of a startup in a round are short-sighted

In a TechCrunch article titled "Short-sighted investors are hindering early-stage startups," the author discusses how investors who insist on taking large equity stakes in early-stage funding rounds can be detrimental to the startup's success. By diluting the founders too much, these investors hinder the company's ability to attract future investment and disincentivize the founders. The article emphasizes the need for investors to support startups instead of hindering their growth and jeopardizing future returns.

General Catalyst’s Hemant Taneja Builds Strategic Conglomerate Using Main Street America for AI Innovation | DeepNewz VC

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Business Bytes · 2m ago

General Catalyst’s Hemant Taneja Builds Strategic Conglomerate Using Main Street America for AI Innovation | DeepNewz VC

Hemant Taneja of General Catalyst is strategically building a conglomerate focused on Main Street by leveraging early-stage investments and fostering AI-native founders. His approach aims to integrate artificial intelligence into traditional business sectors, enhancing operational efficiencies and driving innovation among startups. Taneja’s investment strategy emphasizes supporting companies that can impact local economies positively, thereby creating scalable and sustainable growth. His efforts highlight the evolving landscape of venture capital in nurturing next-generation entrepreneurs.

At TechCrunch All Stage, Charles Hudson will tell you what investors really see | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

At TechCrunch All Stage, Charles Hudson will tell you what investors really see | TechCrunch

Charles Hudson, founder of Precursor Ventures, will speak at TechCrunch All Stage 2025 on July 15 in Boston, providing insights on evaluating early-stage startups. With limited data at pre-seed stages, Hudson advises founders on significant signals overlooked by them, impacting VC decisions. Discussing founder dynamics and outreach strategies, Hudson highlights hidden cues that can affect investment prospects. The event offers founders and VCs insights into early-stage company evaluations and practical advice. Registration discounts are available.

KickSky, SanchiConnect, Riceberg VC Team Up for Spacetech Boost

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StartupTalky · 2m ago

KickSky, SanchiConnect, Riceberg VC Team Up for Spacetech Boost

SanchiConnect has partnered with KickSky Space Lab, supported by Riceberg Ventures, to boost early-stage spacetech startups in India. This strategic collaboration aims to propel companies beyond the proof-of-concept stage by providing them with global market access and funding opportunities. Dr. Sunil Shekhawat from SanchiConnect expressed enthusiasm about advancing India's spacetech ecosystem. This initiative complements existing public support and seeks to create a global spacetech community for founders, investors, and industry experts.

Industry veterans to venture out with SamVed VC with $50 million corpus

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

Industry veterans to venture out with SamVed VC with $50 million corpus

Amit Srivastava, Shanti Mohan, Vivek Khare, and Gagan Saksena have launched the early-stage venture capital fund SamVed, targeting a $50 million corpus. SamVed focuses on startups in financial services, healthcare, and more, particularly those serving India’s middle-income group, India Two. They plan to make early-stage investments from $80,000 to $120,000 and pre-Series A rounds from $250,000 to $1 million. The fund aims to drive both economic and social impact.

Wing Venture's Sara Choi will dig into pitching VCs at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024

TechCrunch · 1y ago

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Wing Venture Capital's Sara Choi, a former founder turned investor, will be sharing her expertise on how to pitch to venture capitalists at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024. As venture capital expectations and market dynamics continuously evolve, it's crucial for early-stage founders to effectively communicate their strengths and momentum. The session will provide valuable insights and advice for founders looking to raise capital in the current challenging funding landscape. The deadline to apply for the So You Think You Can Pitch? program at the event is tomorrow, March 22. Early Stage 2024 is just a few weeks away, so secure your pass soon and save $200.

Aarthi Ramamurthy launches VC firm Schema Ventures with first fund of $20 million

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Aarthi Ramamurthy launches VC firm Schema Ventures with first fund of $20 million

Aarthi Ramamurthy launched Schema Ventures, a $20 million venture capital fund to support early-stage startups led by exceptional outsider founders. Schema focuses on fields like industrial software, robotics, and developer tools, and aims to assist founders with technical insight and conviction, even without traditional components like a pitch deck or co-founders. Ramamurthy’s background includes roles at Microsoft, Netflix, and Meta, and she co-hosts ‘The Aarthi and Sriram Show’ with her husband.

Micro VC firm Gemba Capital floats second fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Micro VC firm Gemba Capital floats second fund

Micro venture capital firm Gemba Capital has launched its second investment vehicle, targeting a corpus of INR 250 crore ($34m). The Indian firm, which backs early-stage “platform-first” businesses in three key sectors – consumer technology, fintech and B2B platforms – aims to make follow-on investments with 30% of the fund. Gemba Capital, which raised INR 70 crore for its first fund in 2022, aims to make the final close of fund II by the end of this year.

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