17min chapter

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How Semil Shah Built Haystack

The Peel with Turner Novak

CHAPTER

Building the Haystack Fund

This chapter traces the journey of the Haystack venture fund, emphasizing the importance of personal relationships and strategic networking in the venture capital world. It highlights key moments, including the pivot to founding a fund after industry advice and insights from early investments around 2013. The discussion reveals the balancing act of managing personal responsibilities while navigating the complexities of fund management and fundraising challenges.

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