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December 2023 Edition

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It is post-COVID, and meetings are held over calls. By far the worst call ever. He was terribly late, turns out he was in a very noisy environment, declines to postpone, asks us to share data. Investors are busy, so are founders. To my belief, the solution is mutual respect. Just say you're not interested and move on.
It is post-COVID, and meetings are held over calls. By far the worst call ever. He was terribly late, turns out he was in a very noisy environment, declines to postpone, asks us to share data. Investors are busy, so are founders. To my belief, the solution is mutual respect. Just say you're not interested and move on.
It is post-COVID, and meetings are held over calls. By far the worst call ever. He was terribly late, turns out he was in a very noisy environment, declines to postpone, asks us to share data. Investors are busy, so are founders. To my belief, the solution is mutual respect. Just say you're not interested and move on.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Roger is one of the smartest, diligent, and independent VC's I have met. He is incredibly thoughtful and tries to go above and beyond to be helpful.
Roger is one of the smartest, diligent, and independent VC's I have met. He is incredibly thoughtful and tries to go above and beyond to be helpful.
Roger is one of the smartest, diligent, and independent VC's I have met. He is incredibly thoughtful and tries to go above and beyond to be helpful.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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This is based on only one call, but I would say that Dan has a pretty extreme personality that might be a fantastic fit for some, but probably only a small % founders. I would only recommend him to someone who was super high IQ and not as concerned about social dynamics.
This is based on only one call, but I would say that Dan has a pretty extreme personality that might be a fantastic fit for some, but probably only a small % founders. I would only recommend him to someone who was super high IQ and not as concerned about social dynamics.
This is based on only one call, but I would say that Dan has a pretty extreme personality that might be a fantastic fit for some, but probably only a small % founders. I would only recommend him to someone who was super high IQ and not as concerned about social dynamics.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Tom is an Angel Investor. Despite not investing, he has been super helpful in giving feedback, and making other valuable introductions.
Tom is an Angel Investor. Despite not investing, he has been super helpful in giving feedback, and making other valuable introductions.
Tom is an Angel Investor. Despite not investing, he has been super helpful in giving feedback, and making other valuable introductions.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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founders beware. young founders be extra aware...i didn't know much about him when i took the meeting but it was so painful (unprepared, wasted our time, big ego) i started asking around...dude has tons of non-disclosure agreements in his past, screwed over many founders and even his own associates at nea, where he got fired...now his new fund has lawsuits everywhere and a rothenberg vc co-founder...
founders beware. young founders be extra aware...i didn't know much about him when i took the meeting but it was so painful (unprepared, wasted our time, big ego) i started asking around...dude has tons of non-disclosure agreements in his past, screwed over many founders and even his own associates at nea, where he got fired...now his new fund has lawsuits everywhere and a rothenberg vc co-founder...
founders beware. young founders be extra aware...i didn't know much about him when i took the meeting but it was so painful (unprepared, wasted our time, big ego) i started asking around...dude has tons of non-disclosure agreements in his past, screwed over many founders and even his own associates at nea, where he got fired...now his new fund has lawsuits everywhere and a rothenberg vc co-founder...
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Sent a Brandon a request to pitch and he offered to review the deck I sent. His feedback was prompt, candid, and although didn't convert to an interview, helpful with tips and ideas on getting the idea further along. Definitely someone I'd want to work with on an ongoing basis to guide me as a new founder.
Sent a Brandon a request to pitch and he offered to review the deck I sent. His feedback was prompt, candid, and although didn't convert to an interview, helpful with tips and ideas on getting the idea further along. Definitely someone I'd want to work with on an ongoing basis to guide me as a new founder.
Sent a Brandon a request to pitch and he offered to review the deck I sent. His feedback was prompt, candid, and although didn't convert to an interview, helpful with tips and ideas on getting the idea further along. Definitely someone I'd want to work with on an ongoing basis to guide me as a new founder.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Post C round, this is my Seed investor and he is still the most helpful one. Helps alot in funding when needed. Takes the time to understand the buisness and does what he can to help which is usually alot!
Post C round, this is my Seed investor and he is still the most helpful one. Helps alot in funding when needed. Takes the time to understand the buisness and does what he can to help which is usually alot!
Post C round, this is my Seed investor and he is still the most helpful one. Helps alot in funding when needed. Takes the time to understand the buisness and does what he can to help which is usually alot!
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Brook has been the most helpful investor by miles. He's incredible at attracting talent and helping companies hire, helping us think through new markets, and is incredibly responsive. 10000% recommend him to any edtech founders (or others for an angel investment)!
Brook has been the most helpful investor by miles. He's incredible at attracting talent and helping companies hire, helping us think through new markets, and is incredibly responsive. 10000% recommend him to any edtech founders (or others for an angel investment)!
Brook has been the most helpful investor by miles. He's incredible at attracting talent and helping companies hire, helping us think through new markets, and is incredibly responsive. 10000% recommend him to any edtech founders (or others for an angel investment)!
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Paul insisted on spending at least 10 minutes of our 30-minute chat just talking about my career path on LinkedIn instead of talking about the business. Felt like I was being grilled during an investment banking analyst interview. Was easily the most frustrating meeting I had during that round. Huge waste of time and doubting his judgment. 0/10 would not recommend.
Paul insisted on spending at least 10 minutes of our 30-minute chat just talking about my career path on LinkedIn instead of talking about the business. Felt like I was being grilled during an investment banking analyst interview. Was easily the most frustrating meeting I had during that round. Huge waste of time and doubting his judgment. 0/10 would not recommend.
Paul insisted on spending at least 10 minutes of our 30-minute chat just talking about my career path on LinkedIn instead of talking about the business. Felt like I was being grilled during an investment banking analyst interview. Was easily the most frustrating meeting I had during that round. Huge waste of time and doubting his judgment. 0/10 would not recommend.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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Very hot and cold during the pitching process. Hard to know where you stand. I got the impression they only met with me to gather due diligence data points for a competitor.
Very hot and cold during the pitching process. Hard to know where you stand. I got the impression they only met with me to gather due diligence data points for a competitor.
Very hot and cold during the pitching process. Hard to know where you stand. I got the impression they only met with me to gather due diligence data points for a competitor.
Verified Investor Response:
Helps Founders:
10/10
Saves & Gives Founders Money:
Yes!
Needs to be Profitable?
Nope!
Is This For Real?
13/10
Founder Guarantee?
Nope!
Fees?
Unlimited cards. Zero fees.
Spend Control & Transparency?
13/10
Built to Save Founders Monay?
Yes!
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