Alex Edelson of Slipstream Investors discusses the four sources of alpha for emerging managers, institutionalizing courage and independent thinking at a venture capital firm, factors affecting hiring decisions in venture capital, and the qualities of a good LP and a great LP.

Alex Edelson, founder of Slipstream Investors, discusses the benefits of investing in VC fund of funds with David Weisburd. They cover topics like portfolio construction, due diligence process, ideal number of funds for diversification, assessing fund managers, importance of founder references, gaining access to oversubscribed funds, and value of transparency with GPs.

Investor Alex Edelson from Slipstream Investors joins the podcast to brainstorm a new fund on Turpentine network. They discuss fund building, portfolio construction, fund size, sticking to proven strategies, evolution with market needs, and the importance of adaptability in venture strategies.

Alex Edelson of Slipstream Investors discusses fund of funds and their place in the venture ecosystem. Topics include fund size and ownership percentage for emerging fund managers, challenges in raising capital, overperformance of seed funds, identifying winners among funds, and the qualities of successful emerging fund managers.

In this engaging discussion, Todd Klein, an experienced allocator, shares insights on navigating essential questions from Limited Partners. Larsen Jensen emphasizes the power of impactful inquiries, revealing how they shape investment strategies. Alex Edelson contributes to the conversation by examining trust dynamics between LPs and founders, stressing the importance of deep engagement in building lasting relationships. Together, they explore the personal motivations behind venture capital, moving beyond surface accomplishments to connect with the core of entrepreneurial journeys.