Why a “great idea” is probably a bad idea
Many entrepreneurs think that having a brilliant idea is the hardest part of starting a company. Raphael Grieco explains why they’re wrong – and reveals the eight key factors that truly drive...
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The rise of venture capital secondaries
With companies delaying IPOs, secondary markets are expanding rapidly to provide liquidity. Yet this growth is shifting risk onto buyers, raising new questions about pricing, transparency, and protection.[...
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Exploring the craft of fund sizing and modeling, with Daniel Keiper-Knorr
October 1, 2024 • by Karl Schmedders, Raphaël Grieco in venture capital • 1 min read • 
Podcast available
The co-founding partner of Speedinvest discusses the complexities of fund-sizing in an unpredictable market...
From crisis to growth: Navigating portfolio triage in venture capital with Michael Stucky
August 29, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in venture capital • 1 min read • Podcast available
The Chief Investment Officer at Serpentine Ventures explores how VCs navigate the treacherous waters of portfolio triage...
Crashing the VC glass ceiling by building ecosystems
Fostering women-led VC communities, changing recruiting requirements, and expanding education and mentorship opportunities are crucial to closing the global VC gender gap, writes Bedy Yang, managing partner at 500 Global — a...
In the GenAI race, who will prevail? Expert tips for backing the winners
A flurry of venture capital activity presents investors with a challenge: how to distinguish genuine innovators from opportunistic players capitalizing on the AI hype. Enter Harshul Sanghi, a seasoned technology investor with...
Part 2: Chris Douvos of Ahoy Capital explores the evolution of the emerging managers segment
April 11, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in venture capital • 2 min read • Podcast available
Chris Douvos talks Chris discusses the impact of innovative fund structures, data utilization, and institutional interest....
Chris Douvos of Ahoy Capital explores the evolution of the emerging managers segment
March 26, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in venture capital • 2 min read • Podcast available
The founder of Ahoy Capital talks concentrated portfolios and the value of right-sized investments...
Challenging dogmatic narratives in VC, with Fergal Mullen – Part 2
February 20, 2024 • by Raphaël Grieco, Karl Schmedders in venture capital • 1 min read • Podcast available
Fergal Mullen's challenges entrenched dogmas in venture capital, urging a more thoughtful and individualized approach...
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