How Flashpoint automates their VC stack

How Flashpoint automates their VC stack

We were allowed to snoop into the cool productivity hacks Flashpoint VC uses to automate mundane tasks. From data enrichment to CRM, dive into their VC stack.

Posted by Silvan Cloud Rath | July 17, 2024
From Startups to Unicorns: Phil Nadel has invested over $100M into 200+ startups

From Startups to Unicorns: Phil Nadel has invested over $100M into 200+ startups

This is episode 3 of The OpenVC Podcast. In this episode, Phil Nadel, managing partner of Forefront Venture Partners, shares his journey from angel investing to running one of the largest rolling funds on AngelList. With over $100M invested into 200+ startups, he discusses the benefits of rolling funds, post-revenue investments, and the importance of adding value to portfolio companies.

Posted by Harrison FaullPhil Nadel | July 16, 2024
Aurelia Ventures's Felix Keus on building the world's best B2B SaaS scale up program.

Aurelia Ventures's Felix Keus on building the world's best B2B SaaS scale up program.

This is episode 2 of The OpenVC Podcast. In this episode, Felix Kues, managing partner of Aurelia Ventures, shares insights on their highly selective B2B SaaS program, which has helped startups raise over $250M. He discusses choosing the right accelerator, increasing success rates, and key pitfalls founders should avoid.

Posted by Harrison FaullFelix Keus | July 2, 2024
Venture capital isn't for the poor

Venture capital isn't for the poor

This isn't another "eat the rich" post. Poor founders don't get funded. Let's look at the reasons why, and discuss actual solutions.

Posted by Stéphane Nasser | June 26, 2024
Berkeley Skydeck's Chon Tang on Founders, VCs and Deep Tech in the US

Berkeley Skydeck's Chon Tang on Founders, VCs and Deep Tech in the US

This is episode 4 of The OpenVC Podcast. In this episode, Chon Tang, founder and managing partner of the Berkeley SkyDeck Fund, shares how the largest accelerator at UC Berkeley has helped startups raise over $1.8 billion. He discusses the unique value proposition of SkyDeck, navigating failure, and the role of the Berkeley platform in supporting global founders.

Posted by Harrison FaullChon Tang | June 18, 2024
Seed round explained

Seed round explained

This article aims to help understand everything you need to know about the seed stage: are you ready for seed, how much can you raise and at what valuation, who invests at seed, and more.

Posted by Shaun Gold | June 17, 2024
How Berkeley Skydeck brings deeptech to the US

How Berkeley Skydeck brings deeptech to the US

This is episode 2 of The OpenVC podcast. Discover how Skydeck brings top deeptech startups to the US.

Posted by Harrison FaullChon Tang | June 11, 2024
Two of my angel investments hit $10M ARR - With Francis Santora

Two of my angel investments hit $10M ARR - With Francis Santora

This is episode 1 of The OpenVC podcast. In this episode, Francis Santora, a full-time angel investor, shares his journey of backing high-growth startups, with four of his investments reaching $10M in ARR. He discusses his approach to B2B SaaS and consumer subscription investments, common mistakes angels make, and what founders can do to impress investor.

Posted by Harrison FaullFrancis Santora | June 4, 2024
How Jeff Durso built and sold 2 startups in a row

How Jeff Durso built and sold 2 startups in a row

American entrepreneur Jeff Durso got his first web startup acquired right before the burst of the dotcom bubble. Then, he went on to build and exit a second startup. Today we discuss his founder journey so that you can better navigate your own.

Posted by Shaun Gold | May 27, 2024