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How to Raise a Venture Fund | Alice Bentinck (Entrepreneur First)
Jun 15, 2023
Alice Bentinck, co-founder of Entrepreneur First, discusses the genesis of EF, challenges in identifying talent investors, and the importance of social capital in fundraising. She explores the evolution of a venture fund, navigating the investor landscape, and shifting cultural norms in entrepreneurship. The podcast touches on legal innovations in venture fundraising and emphasizes the significance of differentiation and investment thesis in venture capital.
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- Entrepreneur First (EF) focuses on investing in exceptional talent at the pre-ideation stage to build billion-dollar businesses.
- EF's fundraising success was driven by a unique strategy of balancing equity on the balance sheet for long-term growth and aligning investment returns.
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Unique Business Model and Growth of Entrepreneur First (EF)
Entrepreneur First (EF) was founded by Alice Bentick and Matt with a unique approach to invest in exceptional talent before they have a team, idea, or company. Over the years, EF has expanded across Europe, Asia, and North America, raising $400 million and building a diversified portfolio of about 350 companies. The episode delves into the genesis of EF, highlighting the challenges faced in identifying talent and investors capable of building billion-dollar businesses.
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