Sarah Smith

Founder and general partner of the Sarah Smith Fund, an emerging-manager venture fund focused on pre-seed and seed investments; known for building systems, a Stanford GSB–linked fellowship program, and AI-enabled investing and portfolio support.

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Sep 12, 2025 • 45min

S3E1: The Solo GP Advantage – Sarah Smith on Building Best in Class Systems at Scale

Sarah Smith, founder of the Sarah Smith Fund, discusses her journey from an educator to a prominent solo GP in venture capital. She emphasizes the importance of building scalable systems from day one. Sarah reveals her innovative approach to creating talent pipelines and enhancing investor experiences with AI tools. Her fellowship program at Stanford serves as a unique incubator for emerging talent, empowering students with hands-on venture experience. In a world of venture where many follow the same script, she encourages a diverse, multi-faceted approach to investing.

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