The deal memo is an essential document for venture capitalists when considering an investment deal. Typically, after hearing a pitch, a VC will put together a memo to document their thought process around the deal. This document is vital for several reasons: It...
When negotiating a term sheet, one of the most important (if not the most important) considerations will be a company’s valuation. This week, we will discuss some of the basic concepts around startup valuations, some of the business elements it can affect, and a...
When venture capitalists manage their startup portfolio and thesis, they will typically tailor them to specific verticals, geographies, or business stages. That last point is significant for portfolio management, as the business stage can determine many things about a...
Investors have many challenges when managing a venture capital fund. Still, one of the hardest things they must do is determine whether a company will be a winner that provides them with outsized returns. Many factors go into evaluating a company, and sometimes...
When investors are looking at a company’s pitch, they will have to cut through the messaging to determine how effectively the business operates. Beyond the topline growth and user conversion, we need to understand the investment’s financial health and...
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