Juliet Bailin

💡 Looking forward to hosting an insightful VC panel at British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA)'s ESG conference... 💡 I'll be moderating a panel of experienced ESG leads in venture, thinking about the unique challenges and opportunities of integrating sustainability and ESG into venture capital. I'll certainly be looking to learn a lot from our speakers on the panel: Michelle Lamprecht of Cambridge Innovation Capital, Emily Matthews of Oxford Science Enterprises, Sasha Kaletsky of Creator Ventures, and Bhrigu Bali of A/O. Do sign up to join us on the day - link to the event in the comments below... #ESG_VC #sustainability #venturecapital

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What insights would you give to founders navigating the fundraising landscape? Catch up with our latest UK VC Temperature Check webinar to find out Rob Moffat, Susan Lin and Suzanne Ashman Blair's answers to that question. Juliet Rogan led this panel of experts covering a range of topics, perfect for founders from pre seed to late stage ventures seeking to understand more about navigating the fundraising landscape. Swipe through for the highlights on the themes covered and find the full webinar here: https://grp.hsbc/6048s2QTe #Innovation #VentureCapital #Investment #Startups #Founders

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Tune into HSBC Innovation Banking's UK VC Temperature Check to hear Rob Moffat's thoughts on the key trends and what founders should be mindful of when fundraising: "What we like to see at late stages is what you've done and why it's impressive. Spend less time on what you did before the company and spend a lot less time on the vision and market size. You've built a real business at that point. So talk about that business."

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📣 We’ve got a big ESG_VC event planned for Tuesday next week – featuring the latest updates to our measurement framework, news of our 2025 benchmarking with the British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA), and an introduction to our new platform partners… 📣 On the afternoon of Tuesday 26 November, we’ll be gathering 200+ VCs for the latest update on the ESG_VC Measurement Framework – from what it covers to how it informs industry-leading research, and how you can now work with our accredited data collection partners. This will be our first event delivered in partnership with our cohort of platform partners: Apiday, Novata, and PortF. I’m excited to share with our members how these partners can support a big step up in your ESG initiatives. Join us for a jam-packed event that will feature: 🟢 An update from Suzi Gillespie of the BVCA on how you can take part in our 2025 research – we analysed ESG performance in c.600 VC-backed companies in 2024 and we’re looking to deliver an even more ambitious piece of research next year… 🟢 Insights from Emily Havers of Fidelity International Strategic Ventures on the updates that have been made to the framework and what it means for our members, their portfolio companies, and the broader ecosystem. 🟢 Perspectives from Emily Matthews of Oxford Science Enterprises and Nina Foote of Volution on how the ESG_VC Measurement Framework has supported their work on ESG. 🟢 Presentations from our platform partners: Edouard Audi of Apiday, Conor O'Laoire’Laoire of Novata, and Alex Lu of PortF. It’s going to be a good one so do register. Link to sign up in the comments! #ESG_VC #sustainability #venturecapital

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A few reflections on last week's Budget, from me, and a bunch of our fabulous FieldHouse Associates' clients. https://lnkd.in/exrefrpt #tech #innovation #investment #venturecapital #startups #scaleups #regulation #government #PR #publicaffairs #consultancy

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Summary: The article discusses the current challenges faced by VC firms in attracting new capital, but highlights how established firms like Kleiner Perkins are still able to raise large funds. It also touches on the potential impact of AI on investment strategies. Key takeaways: Many VC firms are struggling to secure new capital in a tepid IPO environment. Established, brand-name firms like Kleiner Perkins are still able to raise significant funds. AI is emerging as a potential game-changer in the investment landscape. Counter arguments: It may be premature to attribute Kleiner Perkins' fundraising success solely to AI; other factors could also be at play. The article may overlook smaller VC firms that are also finding success in fundraising. #venturecapital #vc #venture #startups #artificialintelligence

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Some seed-stage VC firms give up their pro rata rights due to lacking capital to meet the high capital requirements of a late-stage round and competition from larger VC firms. Alpha Partners, SignalRank, and SaaS Ventures are now stepping in to help seed-stage VC investors exercise their pro rata rights to maintain their ownership percentage. VC firms like Alpha Partners, SignalRank, and SaaS Ventures specialize in providing capital for pro rata investments for Series B and beyond funding rounds. #VentureCapital #Startups

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Incredible to see Mosaic in the Financial Times this morning in this excellent piece by Sujeet Indap on tech innovation in private equity. Sujeet's research into the historical evolution of Wall Street's analytical horsepower was particularly fascinating. Though I wasn't around for the shift from pen-and-paper to VisiCalc, I can only imagine the step-function productivity increase it unlocked. Anders' assertion that the advent of the spreadsheet in part drove the LBO boom of the late '80s is also intriguing (although I'm sure the <10% min. equity helped, too). Though the spreadsheet was a great advancement in the '80s, it always baffled me that ~30 years later (when I began my PE career) we were still underwriting billion-dollar buyouts using a generic productivity tool and not an industry-focused application. That's precisely why I started Mosaic. With dedicated platforms like Mosaic and Blackstone's Atlas now powering new deal underwriting - could the industry benefit from a similar step-function productivity increase? Also - an open question to anyone who was working as an investment professional in the 1980s/1990s: was the spreadsheet initially met with hesitation / skepticism by a subset of old-school investors who thought there was value in grinding it out until 3am with only pencil and abacus in hand? We're fortunate at Mosaic to work with some of the world's most forward-thinking investors who readily embrace change - but this sentiment does comes up once in a while. What happens to the holdouts? And curious how the innovators - whose shoulders we stand on - navigated it before us. Read the full story here: https://on.ft.com/4dXEvth

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𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗩𝗖 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀! As #platform roles continue to grow in #VC, providing critical value in areas like #talent, #ESG, #PR, #Marketing, and founder #community building, it’s essential to understand how these roles are evolving. The VC Platform, the largest global network for platform professionals, is running its annual #CompensationSurvey. This is your chance to contribute valuable insights into the compensation landscape for platform roles. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFyk9Mmj Results will be shared later this year by Joshua Goodfield and 💫 Dan Holahan

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🌱 Emerging VC managers - a topic close to my heart, having seen it from both the GP and the LP side. 🌱 Thank you for moderating our panel Lisa Edgar, a pleasure to discuss with you and Charles Conn ,Regina Cho and Ertan Can. Thanks to everyone who listened and engaged in conversations after. For those who couldn't join us, here are two emerging managers profiles we touched upon: 1. Partners who are leaving established firms to start their own ➕ available track record to dilligence ❓can they replicate that performance without the infrastructure and support of the bigger brand ❓ can they actually build a firm from scratch, are they entrepreneurial enough 2. Founders turned funders i.e. entrepreneurs who've been through the fundraising process themselves, had some success with their ventures, typically an angel investing portfolio and are now looking to take their investing to the next level ➕ usually they can relate to founders on a deeper level ➕ entrepreneurial mindset that should help with firm building ❓ can they secure the right allocations ❓ can they think about portfolio construction in a disciplined way Regardless of profile, something that has stayed with me is a conversation with one of our GPs who said there are 3 types of people in investing, those who: 👍 like it ❤️ love it 💥 are prepared to live it If you just like venture and investing, then being an emerging manager is probably going to be too demanding. You have to be somewhere between "love it" and "live it". #SuperVenture SuperReturn #VC

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A few weeks ago, Openseed VC, in partnership with Dentons and PKF Littlejohn, hosted a webinar on Launching a First-Time Fund for first time managers - if you missed it 👇🏾 The recording is now available: See link in comments 🔗 I often get lots of messages from people looking to set up their first fund, and there’s been interest not only from first-time fund managers but also principals from potential corporates and family offices. With this in mind, I’ve decided to create a small, intimate community of up to ten people to support in their journey to launching a #FirstFund in 2025. Together, we’ll work out how I can best support your process to a first fund in a way that’s valuable to you—while respecting my bandwidth. If this sounds interesting, share more about yourself - link in comments 👇🏾: You should hear back in the new year. Let’s see where this takes us 🌍 #VentureCapital #FirstTimeFund #Entrepreneurship #FundManagers #Innovation #VC

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What is impact investing 2.0? How are the next generation of founders balancing mission with commercial drive? Cameron McLain, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Giant, explores all this and more with Neil Benjelloun from Bedrock Group. They discuss whether oil companies will ever disrupt themselves, the future of the exit market, whether there is value in impact investing frameworks for early stage founders, and lots more. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gWmM-rc5

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Many VC fund managers are considering placement agents (PAs) to help secure commitments for the first time. Selecting the right PA and setting up a productive working relationship requires careful consideration. In my latest blog post, I explore essential tips for evaluating and working with PAs, including what to look for in their network, how to structure contracts, and best practices for effective collaboration. If you're navigating the use of placement agents, this guide offers practical insights to increase your fundraising success and avoid common pitfalls- full write up linked below. https://lnkd.in/ey-UcnSG Questions? DM me! #VentureCapital #Fundraising #PlacementAgents #InvestorRelations

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Data is a great resource when it comes to fundraising, particularly if you're a first-time Founder. Top tips: ✉️ Find Angels with data who will move the needle 💻 Research who's actually investing in your sector 🧭 Map out your existing network and update the CRM 📞 Leverage connections and ask for relevant introductions As technology and the availability of data improves, Angel investors have never been easier to access than they are today.

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Attention all ambitious founders seeking investment opportunities! Get ready for Pitch&Drink with P2S.vc — a night in London where founders and investors meet under one roof 🚀 This event will feature a speed dating format of pitch-session. Startups will have 2–3 minutes to present their elevator pitch directly to investors, followed by a 6-7 minute Q&A session. Why You Should Join: 👉 Benefit from live pitch reviews and align your startup with investor expectations. 👉 Don't miss this opportunity to make valuable connections and explore funding possibilities! 👉 Connect with a community of like-minded individuals and VCs and gain insights into your next fundraising venture in a relaxed and fun environment. The speed dating part of Pitch&Drink with P2S.vc exclusively for investors and approved startups will start at 6:00 PM. After 8:00 PM, the event will continue with music, drinks, lots of networking, and discussions of the hottest vc news 🍸 Join us on June 3rd! Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/4alEgpC Pre-seed to Succeed (P2S) is an investment program launched by AltaIR Capital, Yellow Rocks, Smart Partnership Capital and I2BF Global Ventures. The P2S is designed for early-stage startups with MVP and first traction and focuses on the following industries: B2B / SaaS, FinTech, AI, Future of Work, Productivity Tools, Digital Health, and HR Tech. The program offers initial funding from participating venture companies, ongoing support from seasoned experts and mentors, and 50% of the next round for proven startups.

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Attended the VentureCrush event by Lowenstein Sandler LLP in NYC yesterday. First off great event 👏 So now the key points for female founders: - Yes funding for female founders is < 2.5% now - Yes funding is tough for all founders currently, but even more so for early-stage female founders But…………….. - Be very diligent about the investor- founder match. Make sure the thesis aligns - Perfect your pitch. If you can’t explain to your grandma its too complicated - Lastly, get ready for rejection. But remember all it takes is one yes to get the round rolling #venturecapital #funding #founders

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👀 Portfolio news: LEVY Health features in two Sifted ‘startups to watch’ lists — scoring a spot in the 'fertility' and 'b2b SaaS' rankings. 💭 For both articles, reporters asked investors to nominate startups outside of their portfolio. Frontline Ventures Partner Zoe Chambers said “Levy Health was founded by three incredible women…it equips healthcare professionals with the ability to diagnose women with frequently misdiagnosed conditions…it’s now selling into the fertility sector in the US”. Sofinnova Partners Principal Javier Nunez-Vicandi said “We are witnessing a growing use of such solutions to support clinicians”. 👩‍🍼 Levy Health are on a mission to close the gender health gap and help women who want to conceive. 👩‍⚕️Founders Caroline Mitterdorfer, Silvia Hecher and Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Theresa Vilsmaier were among EU-Startups’ 100 most influential women in startups and VC in 2022. You can read the article’s here: https://lnkd.in/dUgdgXcb and https://lnkd.in/eTKbCFda 

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✍️ In her latest article on Fast Company, our Executive Director, Caroline Winnett, dives into the art of crafting a fundraising pitch that not only grabs attention, but also stays grounded & realistic. 📊 Caroline highlights the power of storytelling, the importance of showcasing unique value propositions, & the necessity of backing claims with solid data. 🚀 "The VC Funding Pitch: Founders Need to Stand Out But Still Be Grounded" is a must-read for any entrepreneur looking to secure venture capital. 🔗Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/g8rx8wXb #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #StartupSuccess #PitchPerfect #FastCompany

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Here's a summary of the recent venture capital news: #Getinformed https://lnkd.in/eDThAiDC Founder Collective Spotlight: Amanda Herson from Founder Collective receives recognition. Acquisition: rePurpose Global acquires Bluebird Climate. Climate Tech Investors: Climate50 reveals the leading Climate Tech investors of 2023. Partnership: Greycroft partners with Experiment, a skincare brand poised for growth. Impact Team: Primary Venture's Impact Team is assisting startups. HAX HQ Unveiled: HAX unveils its state-of-the-art headquarters. Funding Journey: Verqor's journey from 0 to $7.5M in funding. Pitch Event: HearstLab announces applications open for Pitch HearstLab U. Social Impact: Flourish Fi is featured in the BerkeleyHaas Social Impact Case Series. Investment Updates: Ariel Investments releases 1Q 2024 Portfolio Manager Letters. Fireside Chat: LTNtech Voices hosts a Fireside Chat @1871. Milestones: Orbit Startups celebrates April milestones. #FounderCollective #VentureSpotlight #Acquisition #ClimateTech #Climate50 #Investors #Partnership #StartupSupport #FundingJourney #StartupSuccess #PitchEvent #Entrepreneurship #InvestmentUpdates #Portfolio #TechCommunity #Startup4 #StartupGrowth Learn more at the venture watch newsletter

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