How Venture Capital Funds Are Structured: A Simple Guide for Emerging Managers
Here’s a plain-English breakdown of how limited partnerships, LLCs, LPAs, and management companies fit together — and why almost everyone ends up in Delaware.
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Why LPs Ignore 95% of Cold Outreach — And How to Be the 5% They Reply To
Cold outreach from VCs to LPs rarely works — unless it’s relevant. Here’s how to craft messages that stand out, add value, and get real replies (plus one tool that turns “cold” into “warm”).
2500 LPs Added to Our Database
TL;DR: We’ve expanded the Fundingstack database with 2,500 Limited Partners (LPs), many of whom actively invest in venture funds and emerging managers.
Five Lessons for Emerging VC Managers: Courtney McCrea of Recast Capital on Raising Fund I
Courtney McCrea of Recast Capital shares five essential lessons for emerging VC managers.
New VC Managers Playbook: From Fund I to Fund II
Renata Quintini, co-founder of Renegade Partners, shares her Fund I playbook—winning LPs, creating FOMO, and scaling to Fund II.
The Best Tools for Investment Bankers and Fundraising Consultants in 2025
Discover the best tools for investment bankers in 2025—CRMs, data rooms, investor databases, and AI platforms to streamline deal-making.
The VC-LP Relationship: How VCs Keep Investors Coming Back And Investing In Successive Funds
Learn how VCs build lasting LP trust through transparency, communication, and discipline—driving loyalty and faster fundraising.
How To Choose the Right CRM for Investor Relations: Top 5 Platforms to Consider
Explore the top 5 CRMs for investor relations and learn how to streamline fundraising, boost LP trust, and manage capital with ease.
What Do LPs Really Ask VCs? 100+ Questions to Prepare For
A practical guide with 100+ real LP questions to help emerging managers raise smarter, build trust, and run an institutional-grade fund.
20 LPs Actively Investing in Venture Capital Funds
Discover 20 top LPs actively backing venture funds—complete with contacts, insights, and tips for building lasting relationships.
Understanding the Capital Call Process: A Guide for Emerging Fund Managers
Understand capital calls to build investor trust, avoid cash shortfalls, and keep your fund ready for the right investment opportunities.
2025 Guide to Fundraising & Investment Banking Platforms
A 2025 guide to essential investment banking and fundraising tools—covering CRMs, VDRs, investor databases, and all-in-one platforms.
How to Run Diligence on Startups: A Risk-Reducing Checklist for Venture Capital Firms
A practical, no-fluff due diligence checklist for VCs evaluating early-stage startups across team, product, finance, and risk.
Complete Guide for Aspiring Venture Capitalists 2025
Find all the essential books, newsletters, and podcasts to launch your VC career. Learn from top investors and start building real venture capital knowledge today
A Practical Guide to Choosing a CRM for Venture Capital Firms
Discover how a venture capital CRM streamlines investor relations, enhances collaboration, and boosts deal-making efficiency for VC firms. Learn key features, benefits, and tips for successful adoption.
Investor Outreach: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025
Learn how to successfully approach investors in 2025 with practical tips, personalized strategies, and long-term relationship insights.
Processes and Strategies for Fundraising For Venture Capital Firms
Learn how VC firms navigate the fundraising process, secure LP commitments, and leverage strategies for a successful fundraise.
Where to Meet LPs: 35 Events Every Fund Manager Should Attend
Discover 35 must-attend events where VCs can meet LPs, build relationships, and raise capital for their funds.
MENA Startups: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising a Venture Fund
Amir Farha, founder of COTU Ventures, shares his step-by-step guide for raising a venture fund and investing in MENA startups.
Inside Top VC Pitch Decks: A Guide for Emerging VCs
Explore real venture fund pitch decks used by top firms to raise capital. Learn how to craft a winning venture capital fund pitch deck and connect with LPs effectively.
Ways to Enhance Fundraising Efficiency for Emerging VC Firms
Learn how emerging VC firms can navigate fundraising challenges, attract LPs, leverage technology, and build lasting investor relationships.
VC 102: Overcoming Early Obstacles
In a two-part series, Winter Mead of Coolwater Capital gives advice on how emerging VC managers can troubleshoot early obstacles.
Starting a Venture Capital Fund: Everything You Need to Know
Learn how to start a venture capital fund, attract investors, navigate legal steps, and craft a winning investing strategy.
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100 Top Family Offices in the USA + Access Full List
A comprehensive list of top family offices and investment firms in the U.S., including key decision-makers, contact details, and company insights—plus access to the full list.