ACQ2 by Acquired Kindergarten Ventures’ Vanta investment, and building a new Strategy for Venture (with Thomas McGannon)
Oct 3, 2022
Thomas McGannon, an LP at Kindergarten Ventures and host of The Unlimited Partners Show, shares insightful perspectives on venture capital. He discusses KV's significant investment in Vanta, emphasizing genuine interactions over traditional approaches. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and compliance automation, showcasing Vanta's innovative role. McGannon also explores the shift towards data-driven investment strategies, redefining what it means to partner effectively in today's competitive market.
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Vanta's Origin Story
- David Rosenthal and Ben Gilbert knew of Christina Cacioppo and Vanta long before they met.
- Their first interaction was a sponsorship on Acquired, initiated by Patrick O'Shaughnessy.
Vanta's Differentiation
- Traditional cybersecurity companies often focus on building 'force fields', leading to ephemeral advantages.
- Vanta differentiates itself by focusing on security monitoring, similar to Datadog.
Thomas's Due Diligence
- Thomas McGannon initially hesitated on the Vanta investment until David Rosenthal reached out.
- Conversations with founders revealed Vanta's widespread use and importance in the startup ecosystem.