As I’ve worked to build out our portfolio acceleration platform, the #1 question I think about is: how do we scalably support our companies? Large private equity funds like KKR can afford to pursue a consulting model (Capstone), typically with associated fees, but that doesn’t normally make economic sense for a VC. We have lower AUM,...
[Continue Reading]How VCs structure a syndicate and recruit coinvestors
When I meet with other VCs, family offices, and other institutional investors, the most common question I get is a variation of: “What are the highest-potential companies in your portfolio which are raising now?” and “Which of your companies are raising now and are looking for coinvestors?” I thought it might be helpful to provide...
[Continue Reading]New techniques for identifying macro themes and trade ideas
I recently presented at the AI and Data Science in Trading conference on new methods to identify macro trends (especially technology macro trends), and more narrowly trade ideas for public market investors. I’m drawing from my research on origination for private equity/VC funds; how large corporates can identify the most relevant disruptive companies; and elicitation....
[Continue Reading]Artificial intelligence in financial services
I’ve presented at a few conferences lately on AI in financial services, particularly on how investors are using AI. I’ve posted here an expanded version of my slides. I provide an overview of why AI is a tool that so many people are exploring; what I think increases the odds of success for companies using AI;...
[Continue Reading]For emerging VC and private equity investors: Accelerators, Platforms, Communities, and Incubators
This is part of a series on building your career in venture capital: Reading list for working in private equity/venture capital, including all of the major online communities, programs, and educational options for people studying VC How to win consulting, board, operating, and investment roles with private equity and venture capital funds (video) How to...
[Continue Reading]Institutional Investor’s cover story is our research study on innovation in investing
We’re happy to report that Institutional Investor just published our research study as their April cover story: “Asset Managers, Prepare to Have Your Business Disrupted” (about 2,000 words). You can download the full study in PDF (10,000 words) or join the discussion around the paper here on Authorea (where I’m an investor and board member). (Authorea...
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