Explore the intricacies of managing investor-founder relationships in this insightful 18-minute Web Summit conference talk featuring First Round Capital's Howard Morgan, Kabbage's Kathryn Petralia, and Campaign's Emily Tan. Gain valuable insights into what companies should seek in a VC fund, common mistakes to avoid, and effective portfolio management strategies. Delve into the importance of personality, investment decisions, and transparency in building strong relationships. Learn about rookie mistakes, handling rejection, and the evolving startup landscape. Discover tips on crafting compelling pitch decks and securing opportunities to present your ideas. Whether you're a founder or an investor, this talk offers essential knowledge for navigating the complex dynamics of the startup ecosystem.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
What companies should look for in a VC fund
Mistakes made
Managing your portfolio
Personality
Investment
Transparency
Building a relationship
Rookie mistakes
Rejection
Startups coming around
Classiest response to rejection
How to get into a pitch
Pitch decks
Taught by
Web Summit
