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Relationship Advice of the Investor Sort with Meghan Reynolds of Altimeter | E2008

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Sep 13, 2024
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Meghan Reynolds
Meghan Reynolds, a seasoned fundraising and investor relations expert from Altimeter Capital, shares invaluable insights from her 25 years in the industry. She emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with investors to enhance trust and secure capital. Topics like rationalizing fund sizes, avoiding common pitching pitfalls, and understanding market sentiment are explored. Additionally, she discusses how consistent communication during crises can significantly impact capital retention and investor relations.
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ADVICE

Client Service for Investors

  • Prioritize client service in investor relations, even responding to emails quickly.
  • Show empathy and understand that investors have their own reporting obligations.
ANECDOTE

The $1 Billion Karma Check

  • A $5 million LP from a previous fund later wrote a $1 billion check when the GP started a new fund.
  • This demonstrates the importance of treating all LPs well, regardless of investment size.
ADVICE

Fundraising Through Relationships

  • Focus on making existing LPs happy to secure re-ups and referrals, which are the best fundraising sources.
  • Continuously build your brand and have someone own investor relations.
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