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Launching a VC fund? Why not a FAST instead?
Launching a VC fund? Why not a FAST instead?

With more funds in the market than ever, managers need to stay relevant and develop new models. Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technology are coming to the forefront of the £10tn UK Asset Management industry. With that in mind, let me introduce you to FAST, a plug-and-play tokenized investment vehicle for hands-on syndicates and accelerators.

By Kevin Monserrat| September 19, 2022
Founders, for the love of God, don’t do this
Founders, for the love of God, don’t do this

This article breaks down the mistakes founders make when reaching out to people they need. It is based on my personal experiences from my years working in every non-technical role in a variety of startups and a fund or two.

By Shaun Gold| September 5, 2022
FX risks for VCs in emerging markets
FX risks for VCs in emerging markets

One of the risks that many VC fund managers are unaware of or unable to comprehend is the currency risk associated with emerging markets. This article aims to shed light on why currency risks are one of the most important factors for VCs to consider.

By Shahid Bharucha| August 27, 2022
The need for value-add investors in the early stages
The need for value-add investors in the early stages

Many startups are overwhelmed by what follows when their business starts to take off. There is a need for an investor that adds value during the funding stage, and continues to do so as the startup matures.

By Brandon Maier| August 22, 2022
How I got into Venture Capital in my 50s
How I got into Venture Capital in my 50s

Starting a role in VC in my 50s after a 20 year career in corporate was never part of the plan. But, when I left my last corporate role 3 years ago, finding another senior role with all the attendant politics and relentless pressure just didn’t seem appealing.

By Mark Lewis| August 15, 2022
Understand Venture Capital with 12 necessary infographics
Understand Venture Capital with 12 necessary infographics

Whether you are a founder looking to raise or someone who wants a career in venture capital, here are 12 necessary infographics to understand the basics of VC in no time.

By Stéphane Nasser Shaun Gold| July 11, 2022
Two frameworks for operational VC firms
Two frameworks for operational VC firms

The Venture Support Model is a compact way to describe how a VC fund intends to support its portfolio companies and create revenue.

By Antonis Argyros| June 12, 2022
An LP take on VC portfolio construction
An LP take on VC portfolio construction

How does a fund of fund look at VC portfolio construction when investing in emerging managers? Rodrigo Ferreira from BFP breaks down the process for us.

By Rodrigo Ferreira| March 28, 2022
VC's new frontier: investing in profitable companies?
VC's new frontier: investing in profitable companies?

High returns & low risks. Happy founders & LPs. Too good to be true? Augustin de Cambourg unpacks the rationale behind the hype. 

By Augustin de Cambourg| March 7, 2022