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Looking for the right investor? 👀 It's not just about the capital, it's about finding the right 'match' 🤝 "If a prospective investor moves forward, focus on getting to know each other and building rapport. Understand what they can offer 'beyond the money' —how will they help with expertise, networks and other support? Capital raising is a journey that requires persistence, adaptability and a deep understanding of the business. However, trading equity for capital is only rewarding for both parties where value can be created. A focus on how the company and investor can work together to realise that value is the key to a mutually rewarding outcome." – Anne-Marie Birkill, OneVentures Co-Founder In the article 👇 Anne Marie discusses how growth-stage companies should approach capital raising, where the playbook differs from early-stage funding.

NAIC thanks Howard Sanders, Founder and Managing Director of Auldbrass Partners, for joining us on yesterday’s Industry Insights webcast. In a compelling conversation, the veteran investor shared his firm’s investment strategy, detailing the history and evolution of secondary funds from its origins following the dot-com bubble through the 2008 financial crisis to recent years when more sophisticated investors leverage secondaries as a strategy to reach their targets in private equity, real estate, and other alternatives quicker than through primary investments. Sanders also described the influence that his entrepreneurial father—who went from being a radio station general manager to owning a substantial interest in several radio stations—had on his career. In the candid discussion, Sanders also recounted the heartbreak that came with raising Auldbrass’ inaugural fund, where the team sought to raise $250 million but managed to raise only $17 million. “It was really devastating to us after being two years in the market.” Additionally, Sanders discussed the challenges of being a first-time diverse manager, how the term ‘emerging manager’ has been co-opted by firms not led by women or people of color, and his optimism about the diverse asset management segment's future. Finally, he provided a look into how he sees Auldbrass Partners evolving over the years and the innovation that more sophisticated entrepreneurs are bringing to the industry. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gbtKSuq4 #privateequity #realestate #alternativeinvestments

Day 2 of Atlantic Venture Forum underway with panel session: Meet the Investors. Great insights shared by Louis Delorme, CPA, CFA , Matthew He , Laviva Mazhar , Jacob Topatigh and Malcolm Fraser ICD.D . #venturecapital #startupinvestment #venturebackablestartups

The Q4 @PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor, sponsored by J.P. Morgan, Dentons and Deloitte, covers the #data behind the current #venturelandscape. It also highlights the #factors driving #marketdevelopment and foreshadowing growth for 2025. #Dealmaking remained high, aided by elevated #drypowder levels, despite the lack of large #exits to generate returns. Several #IPOs performed well, or at least provided investors a #windfall. This should motivate companies to test the waters, and relieve the pressure on #VCfirms. The #downstream effects of the lack of large #exits — a #fundraisingshortage and slowed #dealmaking — could make 2025 a #pivotalyear for VC. https://lnkd.in/erm84gRX

Venture-stage investors make their investment in the people of a business as much as they do the idea and the operations. The drive, the know-how, the effort, and the vision of the founders are typically what attract first investment. However, what happens when the founder then leaves either by their own decision or at the request of the shareholders of the business? In our latest Transatlantic Venture Series article, we consider how and why the UK and U.S. markets differ on the topic of founder exits and non-competition restrictions. Read the full article, written by Stacy Kim, Martin Luff, Ashmi Bhagani, and Michael Soud at: https://lnkd.in/eJ5ea_E9 

Discover the keys to scaling your business and attracting investors.  Join us on June 7th, 2024, at 12 pm EST for exclusive strategies from industry experts. Don't miss this opportunity to propel your company forward.  Register now and secure your spot!   🔗 Join us: https://lnkd.in/eCzVGZmn Follow us and stay tuned for more details. #CuembyEvolutionFramework #StartupFunding #BusinessGrowth #InvestmentReady

Another great article from Dayton Miller on how to get the most out of investor partnerships! Check out the link below for all of the insider tips and tricks. BFG Partners Forbes Forbes Business Council

Hot off the press after yesterday's launch at the leading event for CVCs, Counter V, hosted by SVB's great partners at Counterpart Ventures, this is our most comprehensive corporate venture survey yet, in this our 4th edition of the report. With 257 corporate VCs participating in the survey, representing 27% of active global corporate investors, this is the deepest CVC report yet. Huge thanks to all the participants! A massive thanks also to Patrick Eggen, Mikey Kailis, Abbie Wolf and the entire Counterpart Ventures team for being amazing partners, and to the SVB team, with a special callout to our own Charlie Walker for spearheading this, along with Mark Gallagher, Jake Ledbetter, CFA CFA, Eli Oftedal and Anjalika Komatireddy. The report is packed with data, from deal participation to team dynamics and more, but one of the key data points for me is that CVC's accounted for 28% of VC deals in 2024 and remains robust in a more challenging time for venture. The full report can be downloaded here: https://lnkd.in/gGGkSmcX

The unprepared founder is a venture's weakest link. Demonstrate readiness and resilience to differentiate from the thousands of pitches out there. For more information, you can call us at 914-714-0735 or visit our website at www.procapitalllc.com. . . . . . #CapitalSuccess #BizFundingExperts #FinancialGurus #RaiseTheBarCapital #FundsForGrowth #ConsultingExcellence #InvestmentStrategies #BusinessCapitalBoost #FinancialWisdom #StrategicFunding #SuccessThroughCapital #VentureVictory #ProfitablePartnerships #ElevateYourFunds #CapitalMasters

The primary reason venture capitalists disappear after the initial conversation (and how to prevent it) https://buff.ly/4658lsQ Uncover why VCs might go silent post-first call and discover strategies to maintain their interest. Don't miss out on crucial opportunities by understanding the dynamics of investor interactions. Enhance your chances of securing funding by being mindful of the common pitfalls that lead to being ghosted. Stay engaged and informed to navigate the challenging landscape of investor relations effectively. #VentureCapital #InvestorRelations