Venture Capital

How does one start a VC fund. What should you keep in mind while creating one. How much does it cost and what to avoid.

Show Notes

How To Start a Venture Capital Fund
If you have ever wondered about starting a VC fund but felt overwhelmed. Jon speaks to Peter Harris who started a fund with his partner a couple of years ago. He breaks it down for us and shares his suggestions. 

Questions Covered in This Episode Include:

  1. Peter, you and your partner started a fund 7 years ago. How did you do it?
  2. Where did you start?
  3. How much does it cost?
  4. How is it structured? 
  5. What is the process of raising the fund?
  6. Can you consider taking a bank loan?
  7. Are you responsible for contributing?
  8. Can you start one if you are not rich? How crucial is having a network of rich friends and family?
  9. What happens if you don’t have rich friends?
  10. What is front loading and how can you use it?
  11. What are some things to keep in mind when forming a fund?
  • Legal
  • Cash flow considerations 
  • Ask why would they invest 



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What is Venture Capital?

A podcast about venture capital, and what is happening each week. We discuss who is getting funded. Why specific companies were funded and much more relating to who the next big unicorn will be.