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Super cool post from Sahil S. For entrepreneurs — I feel it’s important to know where the money you’re raising is coming from because it will help you understand the partnerships you’re creating when you take on money (their incentives, objectives, perspectives, etc.). What better way to understand that than to see the pitch decks your VCs are using to raise from their LPs, which describe their thesis, mechanics, and future expectations?

VC fund decks that raised $500 Million From LPs... Raising money is tough for both founders and VCs, but it’s even harder for VCs. They must persuade limited partners (LPs) to invest in their venture capital funds. This post looks at how successful VCs create pitch decks that help them raise huge amounts of money. Fund managers are salespeople and pitch deck (or memo for some) is the primary sales tool. It’s often the hook to capture enough interest to secure a meeting with LPs. It also serves as support during and after a pitch meeting. Here are four main takeaways to consider when creating a deck for LPs: 1️⃣ The purpose of your pitch deck is to convince LPs of your ability to make outlier investments. Show how you access, make sound decisions on, and win exceptional deals. 2️⃣ Your pitch deck should tell a clear, concise, and convincing version of your fund's story. 3️⃣ Show, don't tell, using examples, numbers, and visuals to add credibility. 4️⃣ Let others speak to your strengths with quotes from founders, testimonials from references, and committed LPs to establish social credibility. So how's these VC fund decks looks like that raised $500 Million From LPs? Here are some template - (All thanks to Weekend Fund for curating these templates) 1️⃣ Awesome People Ventures Fund 2 Memo → GP: Julia Lipton → $20M → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/dSiDp6ri 2️⃣ Earl Grey Capital Fund II Memo and Primer Deck → GPs: Amit Vasudev, Matt Sornson, Alex MacCaw → $20M  → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/djV2fRYq → Link to primer deck: https://lnkd.in/dNDq9BSH 3️⃣ Long Journey Ventures Fund I Deck → GPs: Lee Jacobs, Cyan Banister, Arielle Zuckerberg → $35M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dmSdzJQ8 4️⃣ Not Boring Capital - Fund I Memo  → GP: Packy McCormick  → $5M fund → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/dtPuCfJ4 5️⃣ Precursor Fund III Deck → GP: Charles Hudson → $40M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dEuFBC-4 6️⃣ Spacecadet Deck → GPs: Wiz, Daniel Eckler → $15M  → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dfKh_BUn 7️⃣ Todd and Rahul’s Angel Fund II Deck  → GPs: Todd Goldberg, Rahul Vohra → $25M  → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dcy-QiNe 8️⃣ Weekend Fund 3.0 Deck → GP: Ryan Hoover  → $21M  → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dUNerBSM 9️⃣ WorkLife 2 Deck  → GP: Brianne Kimmel  → $35M fund → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dzbUV6Xm That's it. For more in-depth resources, I recommend checking out Weekend Fund's materials. You can find the link in the comments. Found this helpful? Give it a like, share your thoughts in the comments, and share in your network. Check out my free newsletter for more insights: https://lnkd.in/d_qW-_KJ . #startups #vc #pitchdeck #founders #venturecapital #angelinvestors #fundraising #LP #vcfund #founder #investors #resources #decks #LPs

Got a VC? Here are several successful pitch decks that helped funds like you to raise capital from LPs.

VC fund decks that raised $500 Million From LPs... Raising money is tough for both founders and VCs, but it’s even harder for VCs. They must persuade limited partners (LPs) to invest in their venture capital funds. This post looks at how successful VCs create pitch decks that help them raise huge amounts of money. Fund managers are salespeople and pitch deck (or memo for some) is the primary sales tool. It’s often the hook to capture enough interest to secure a meeting with LPs. It also serves as support during and after a pitch meeting. Here are four main takeaways to consider when creating a deck for LPs: 1️⃣ The purpose of your pitch deck is to convince LPs of your ability to make outlier investments. Show how you access, make sound decisions on, and win exceptional deals. 2️⃣ Your pitch deck should tell a clear, concise, and convincing version of your fund's story. 3️⃣ Show, don't tell, using examples, numbers, and visuals to add credibility. 4️⃣ Let others speak to your strengths with quotes from founders, testimonials from references, and committed LPs to establish social credibility. So how's these VC fund decks looks like that raised $500 Million From LPs? Here are some template - (All thanks to Weekend Fund for curating these templates) 1️⃣ Awesome People Ventures Fund 2 Memo → GP: Julia Lipton → $20M → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/dSiDp6ri 2️⃣ Earl Grey Capital Fund II Memo and Primer Deck → GPs: Amit Vasudev, Matt Sornson, Alex MacCaw → $20M → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/djV2fRYq → Link to primer deck: https://lnkd.in/dNDq9BSH 3️⃣ Long Journey Ventures Fund I Deck → GPs: Lee Jacobs, Cyan Banister, Arielle Zuckerberg → $35M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dmSdzJQ8 4️⃣ Not Boring Capital - Fund I Memo → GP: Packy McCormick → $5M fund → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/dtPuCfJ4 5️⃣ Precursor Fund III Deck → GP: Charles Hudson → $40M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dEuFBC-4 6️⃣ Spacecadet Deck → GPs: Wiz, Daniel Eckler → $15M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dfKh_BUn 7️⃣ Todd and Rahul’s Angel Fund II Deck → GPs: Todd Goldberg, Rahul Vohra → $25M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dcy-QiNe 8️⃣ Weekend Fund 3.0 Deck → GP: Ryan Hoover → $21M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dUNerBSM 9️⃣ WorkLife 2 Deck → GP: Brianne Kimmel → $35M fund → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dzbUV6Xm That's it. For more in-depth resources, I recommend checking out Weekend Fund's materials. You can find the link in the comments. Found this helpful? Give it a like, share your thoughts in the comments, and share in your network. Credit Sahil S. #Startup #innovation #entrepreneurship #sustainability #investing #networking #venturecapital

Navigating Investor Payouts in Venture Capital Funds: In our recent discussions, we've explored the foundational steps of initiating an investment fund. Today, we delve into the intricacies of distributing returns to investors within a Venture Capital (VC) fund, a critical aspect that underscores the essence of successful fund management. This process, essential for maintaining investor relations and fund reputation, involves a complex interplay of legal, financial, and strategic considerations. Understanding the Fund's Structure At the core of a VC fund is its structure, usually a limited partnership with investors as limited partners (LPs) and the VC firm as the general partner (GP). The Limited Partnership Agreement (LPA) is the bedrock document, outlining key terms including the distribution policy. Capital commitments by LPs are typically drawn down as needed, with profits returned through distributions following exit events like IPOs, acquisitions, or share sales. The Exit Strategy: Realizing Investments Success in VC investing hinges on successful exit strategies. These exits not only signal the maturity of an investment but also convert it into liquid assets, ready for distribution to LPs. The timing, nature, and success of these exits play a pivotal role in determining the payout to investors. However, companies in which VC funds invest can generate profits and distribute these to their shareholders, including the VC fund, without a traditional exit event. Such profit distributions, often in the form of dividends, are less common in early-stage investments due to their focus on growth and reinvestment. Nonetheless, they present an alternative form of liquidity for investors, albeit with considerations around company growth, investor expectations, and tax implications. Distribution Waterfalls and Carried Interest A critical component of the payout process is the distribution waterfall, a set of rules defined in the LPA that governs the order and proportions of distributions. Generally, LPs first recoup their initial capital, followed by profit distributions, with the GP typically earning a share of the profits, known as carried interest, usually around 20%. Ensuring Transparency and Compliance Transparency is key to investor relations. Regular, detailed reporting on the fund's performance, including both unrealized and realized gains, helps in maintaining trust. Moreover, compliance with local and international regulations is non-negotiable, ensuring that the fund operates within the legal framework, especially concerning financial distributions and anti-money laundering statutes. Stay tuned: Tomorrow, we'll delve deeper into the intricacies of distribution waterfalls, exploring their structure and setup in greater detail #MiriamVentures #VC #VentureCapital #Investing #investmentfund References: "Venture Deals" by Brad Feld and Jason Mendelson Image Credits: https://lnkd.in/gcFcifkk

How to Start Your Own VC Fund https://buff.ly/3N2Nrll Curious about starting your own VC fund? It's all about raising capital, crafting a compelling pitch, and building a strong investment strategy. You need to answer two key questions: "Why you?" and "Why now?" Success comes from sourcing great deals and supporting founders, all while delivering outsized returns for investors. If you're thinking about launching your own venture capital fund, check out this helpful guide from NFX on how to get started! NFX Article #VentureCapital #Startups #Investing #Entrepreneurship #NFX

VC fund decks that raised millions from LPs.... Raising money is tough for both founders and VCs, but it’s even harder for VCs. They must persuade limited partners (LPs) to invest in their venture capital funds. This post looks at how successful VCs create pitch decks that help them raise huge amounts of money. As an aspiring VC, this will help you get an idea of what it takes to build your own fund.. Fund managers are salespeople and a pitch deck (or memo for some) is the primary sales tool. It’s often the hook to capture enough interest to secure a meeting with LPs. It also serves as support during and after a pitch meeting. Here are four main takeaways to consider when creating a deck for LPs: 1️⃣ Show how you access, make sound decisions on, and win exceptional deals. 2️⃣ Your pitch deck should tell a clear, concise, and convincing version of your fund's story. 3️⃣ Show, don't tell, using examples, numbers, and visuals to add credibility. 4️⃣ Let others speak to your strengths with quotes from founders, and testimonials from references. So how do these VC fund decks look like that raised millions from LPs? Here are some templates - (All thanks to Weekend Fund for curating these templates) 1️⃣ Awesome People Ventures Fund 2 Memo → GP: Julia Lipton → $20M → Link to memo: https://lnkd.in/dSiDp6ri 2️⃣ Earl Grey Capital Fund II Memo and Primer Deck → GPs: Amit Vasudev, Matt Sornson, Alex MacCaw → $20M → Link to the memo: https://lnkd.in/djV2fRYq → Link to primer deck: https://lnkd.in/dNDq9BSH ................................................................................................................................. 💫 Join our 500+ VC enthusiast community to learn, network and craft a path to venture capital: https://lnkd.in/gby478Up ................................................................................................................................ 3️⃣ Long Journey Ventures Fund I Deck → GPs: Lee Jacobs, Cyan Banister, Arielle Zuckerberg → $35M → Link to the deck: https://lnkd.in/dmSdzJQ8 4️⃣ Not Boring Capital - Fund I Memo → GP: Packy McCormick → $5M fund → Link to the memo: https://lnkd.in/dtPuCfJ4 5️⃣ Precursor Fund III Deck → GP: Charles Hudson → $40M → Link to the deck: https://lnkd.in/dEuFBC-4 6️⃣ Spacecadet Deck → GPs: Wiz, Daniel Eckler → $15M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dfKh_BUn 7️⃣ Todd and Rahul’s Angel Fund II Deck → GPs: Todd Goldberg, Rahul Vohra → $25M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dcy-QiNe 8️⃣ Weekend Fund 3.0 Deck → GP: Ryan Hoover → $21M → Link to deck: https://lnkd.in/dUNerBSM That's it. 💫 Want daily job opportunity updates, curated resources, events and discussion sessions, check out our 500+ VC enthusiast community to learn, network and craft a path to venture capital. Join the Slack community here: https://lnkd.in/gby478Up . #startups #vc #venturecapital #founders #funding #analyst #associate #founder #fund #startup #intern

Here's what it means to create a financial model for a VC fund, complete with templates & examples that you can use: Warning: not for the faint of heart - https://lnkd.in/g5_CBsHj 📈 #startup #venturecapital #funding