How I Invest with David Weisburd
E90: Lessons from Diligencing 3,000 Venture Capital Funds
Aug 29, 2024
Marius Weber, Founding Partner of Alpha Q Venture Capital, Jocke Martelius, an Investment Solutions Manager at the same firm, and David Weisburd, a VC market expert, dive into the nuances of the US and European VC landscapes. They discuss innovative strategies for due diligence on emerging funds, highlighting the impact of political and economic factors in Europe. The trio emphasizes the importance of data standardization and effective LP-GP relationships, while exploring how to make venture capital more accessible to individuals and family offices.
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- European startups have equal potential for unicorn status as US counterparts, suggesting investors should focus more on this emerging market.
- Successful VC management requires treating operations like a business, emphasizing resilience and long-term strategy for meaningful returns.
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Europe's Unicorn Potential
Companies raising seed funding in Europe have the same probability of attaining unicorn status as those in the US, indicating a significant potential for high returns in the European market. Despite having less capital, which leads to lower competition and valuations, the opportunities to identify and support innovative startups are abundant. This environment fosters potentially lucrative investments and suggests that investors should pay closer attention to the European venture capital landscape. The data underscores the need for a strategic approach in navigating and capitalizing on these opportunities.
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