Lo Toney

Lo Toney, fund manager and former angel investor at Plexo Capital, discusses his transition to fund management, the importance of patience in early-stage investments, the diligence process for managers, and the strategy behind selecting LPs. They also explore the significance of empathy in startups, the importance of non-performance factors in raising funds, the significance of Distributed to Paid-In Capital for institutional investors, the value of non-consensus viewpoints in venture capital, applying first principle thinking in early-stage startups, building a strong LP base, and Plexo Capital's global perspective.

Investment experts Joe Terranova and Lauren Goodwin, along with other panelists, analyze the stock market sell-off triggered by Fed Chair Powell's statements. They discuss bond market reactions, managing inflation expectations, tech trade insights from Lo Toney, and key levels to watch amid uncertainty.

Lo Toney, Founding Managing Partner at Plexo Capital, shares his unique journey in venture capital, emphasizing the importance of operational experience. He discusses the shifted landscape of fundraising during COVID-19, offering insights into effective communication with LPs. Toney introduces the concept of 'minimum viable fund size' and advises GPs on closing strategies. He also highlights the value of anchor LPs investing in GPs and explores promising investments, including the e-sports company PlayVS, which is transforming opportunities for high school students.