430. LPs Seeking Alpha - Decoding the Myths and Mastery of Fund Structure, Size, Reserves, Access, and Selection (Alex Edelson)

The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified

Alex Edelson of Slipstream Investors joins Nick to discuss LPs Seeking Alpha - Decoding the Myths and Mastery of Fund Structure, Size, Reserves, Access, and Selection. In this episode we cover:

• Evaluating Emerging VC Firms and Co-Investing Opportunities
• Overcoming Challenges in Investing in Emerging Managers with Limited Track Records
• Evaluating Venture Capitalists' Competitive Advantages and Sustainability
• Venture Capital Incentives and Non-Consensus Investments
• Fundraising Challenges for VCs, With Advice on Structuring Fundraising Efforts
• Using Reserves in Venture Capital Investments
• How a GP Can Pitch Themselves to Limited Partners LPs to Build a Successful Partnership

Guest Links:

• LinkedIn
• X
• Slipstream Investors

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