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The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified

Investor Stories 357: Key Advice (Klein, Jensen, Edelson)

Jul 18, 2024
Experienced investors Todd Klein, Larsen Jensen, and Alex Edelson share key advice for early venture careers. Topics include the importance of independent perspectives, contrarian investments, relationship-building in VC, and evaluating multiple deals for informed decisions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Avoid 'me too thinking' in investments, prioritize independent viewpoints.
  • Provide value to founders before seeking returns to build successful relationships.

Deep dives

Success Story of Tovala with Costco Partnership

Tovala, a meal kit company led by CEO David Rabi, has achieved significant success, boasting three consecutive months of profitability and exceeding nine figures in revenue. Their latest breakthrough involves a major retail collaboration with Costco. The partnership with Costco, recognized as a significant player in the retail space, emphasizes Tovala's strategic approach in delivering high-quality meals efficiently to customers across different regions.

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