Origins - Inside Venture Capital, Hosted by a GP and an LP
Atul Rustgi, Accolade Partners
Jun 2, 2020
Atul Rustgi, Partner at Accolade, discusses evaluating VC managers, fund size, and COVID-19 impact. Talks about investing in early-stage venture and late-stage growth equity funds. Reflects on the evolution of the venture capital industry from 2007. Provides insights into current environment challenges and future outlook on software and healthcare investments.
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- Managers focus on preserving cash and extending runway during crises, while LPs remain vigilant in decision-making.
- Long-term strategy in software and healthcare sectors remains resilient for potential gains over the next decade.
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Approach in Challenging Times
Managers focus on cutting burn and extending cash run to 12-24 months during uncertain periods, learned from past crises. Conversations shift to enhancing reserves and cautiously deploying capital. LPs remain supportive, vigilant of signals from public markets for decision-making.
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