10 Days
·Cohort-based Course
Have you launched your own VC fund? Do you aspire to become an emerging manager? Learn how to set up and optimise your fund to standout!
10 Days
·Cohort-based Course
Have you launched your own VC fund? Do you aspire to become an emerging manager? Learn how to set up and optimise your fund to standout!
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Course overview
I'm going to show you how to build a venture fund the right way.
We will focus on the building blocks of a strong and attractive fund proposition, the dos and don'ts, fundraising strategies and the most effective ways to communicate with LP prospects and raise your fund.
This is a live, interactive, cohort-based course. Each cohort has limited capacity and is open to applicants globally.
01
You're an existing emerging manager looking to optimise and enhance your fund offering.
02
You're a seasoned investor looking to spin-out and start your own fund, but you no longer have the comfort of a big brand behind you.
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You aspire to start your own fund, are proactive and want to get ahead of the curve to understand all aspects of what this journey entails.
Explore best practices when setting up and designing your fund
Acquire the skills and knowledge to successfully set up your venture fund. This includes the full suite of tools and considerations necessary to operate and deliver your key message accordingly.
Understand the mind of an LP investor on the other side of the table
Get direct insight into what a fund investor looks for, together with the tips and tricks that will best prepare you to attract investment into your fund.
Learn how to construct a compelling fundraising narrative
Setting up your fund is one thing, but communicating your fund opportunity is key to turning this concept into a reality. Here, we will work on unpacking your pitch, how to standout from your peers and develop your fundraising strategy.
Build your network and grow your footprint
The VC industry is all about network. Joining this cohort plugs you directly into my global emerging manager community of 500+ funds alone. This, together with your cohort peers presents lifelong learning and an opportunity for knowledge-sharing, deal flow and all things VC!
Becoming an Emerging VC Fund Manager
Week 1
Jan 23—Jan 28
Modules
Week 2
Jan 29—Feb 1
Modules
Alexandre Covello 🇫🇷
Dr. Christiaan de Koning 🇳🇱
Sophia Platt 🇺🇸
Saloni Bhojwani 🇬🇧
Yann Ranchere🇨🇭
Kelly Graziadei 🇺🇸
Courtney Leimkuhler 🇺🇸
Ella Goldner 🇬🇧
Natalie Berge 🇬🇧
Founder & General Partner at LTV Capital
Hi, I'm Dario. When I first entered the VC world, I was always fixated on thesis development and futurist thinking. This set precedent for my keen interest to invest into the emerging manager VC ecosystem - deploying into six top-tier emerging fund managers and reviewing 500+ funds over the past 18-months.
Prior to founding LTV Capital, I was a Principal at Anthemis Group, a market-leading global fintech investor ($1.5bn AUM), where I co-led fund investments.
During my early tenure at Anthemis, I built and invested into early-stage embedded finance plays in partnership with BBVA. I then co-led the development and fundraising of a first-of-its kind embedded finance fund at the intersection of media and financial services.
Despite a failed fundraise, this experience provided coalface exposure to both sides of the industry; setting the foundation for my desire to empower emerging managers.
As such, I have guest lectured on this topic at the University of Oxford Saïd Business School’s Entrepreneurship Centre, served as a panelist on the Oxford and Harvard alumni's Founder & Funders series and sat on the LP Selection Committee of Europe’s leading tech VC LP community, ALLOCATE.
I also like to write articles on all-things related to VC, which you can find here.
But it's not all business for me. Outside of work, I am an ex-125cc motorcycle road racing champion. Motorcycle racing teaches you a lot about risk-taking and the balance between winning races versus championships. Inevitably, you will fall off (and potentially break some bones in the process).
The difference is that you need to get back up, learn from your mistake and go faster next time. In fact, due to mechanical failures at the beginning of my championship season (first full season), I had to win the final three races of the year, without putting a wheel wrong. And i did it.
It is this mindset that influences my approach towards the venture industry, and I want to share this with others.
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3 hours per week
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
8:00am - 09:00am EST
Sunday (Week 1)
10:00am - 11:00pm EST (Office Hours)
Here is your opportunity to ask me anything. Ideally, I'd love to work with your materials and provide direct feedback.
Q&A
The Community (24/7)
If you have a burning question, the community and I are here at your disposal.
Is this course right for me? Let's connect and discuss your goals.
Enter your email below, and let's set up some time to get to know each other better. We will work through the course syllabus, to give you a better sense of what you can expect from enrolling.
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Build your network
Ecosystem is at the centre of the venture world. This course builds on live interactions to foster, grow and support your network as an emerging manager globally.
Level up
Be part of the first online Maven interactive course specifically designed to set up the next wave of talented emerging VC managers for long-term success.
Why should I choose this course?
Is this course reimbursable by my employer?
I'm a busy person, what is the expected time commitment?
What happens if I can’t make a live session?
Will you invest in my fund?
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