The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

20VC: The Ultimate Episode For Emerging Managers: How To Determine How Big A Fund To Raise, What Is The Right Closing Strategy With LPs & Why We Will Not See The Eradication of Pre-Seed with John Fein, Founder & Managing Partner @ Firebrand Ventures

Oct 7, 2019 · 39:25

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John Fein advises emerging managers on fund size and LP closing strategies.
Explains why pre-seed funding will continue to exist.
Shares insights from his experience at Techstars and Firebrand Ventures.

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