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Nice, super willing to be set up experimental programs with early founders to incubate co's. Very plugged into the Chinese tech eco system, though not very responsive
Nice, super willing to be set up experimental programs with early founders to incubate co's. Very plugged into the Chinese tech eco system, though not very responsive
Nice, super willing to be set up experimental programs with early founders to incubate co's. Very plugged into the Chinese tech eco system, though not very responsive
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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Arjan is a mission driven VC. He is thoughtful in how he approaches founders in pushing them to ensure business & customer outcomes are met not mutually exclusive of one another. He will make all of his portfolio companies put together an impact report each quarter. He is an authentic person & will get straight to the point. He is also quite helpful during crisis/chaos and isn't afraid to think big.
Arjan is a mission driven VC. He is thoughtful in how he approaches founders in pushing them to ensure business & customer outcomes are met not mutually exclusive of one another. He will make all of his portfolio companies put together an impact report each quarter. He is an authentic person & will get straight to the point. He is also quite helpful during crisis/chaos and isn't afraid to think big.
Arjan is a mission driven VC. He is thoughtful in how he approaches founders in pushing them to ensure business & customer outcomes are met not mutually exclusive of one another. He will make all of his portfolio companies put together an impact report each quarter. He is an authentic person & will get straight to the point. He is also quite helpful during crisis/chaos and isn't afraid to think big.
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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Amit is a very sharp but also truly kind individual and investor. He's honest about what is right, wrong and needs to be fixed but also very open and helpful with any early stage venture or entrepreneur. I've found him to be no nonsense and open to anyone who wants real advice.
Amit is a very sharp but also truly kind individual and investor. He's honest about what is right, wrong and needs to be fixed but also very open and helpful with any early stage venture or entrepreneur. I've found him to be no nonsense and open to anyone who wants real advice.
Amit is a very sharp but also truly kind individual and investor. He's honest about what is right, wrong and needs to be fixed but also very open and helpful with any early stage venture or entrepreneur. I've found him to be no nonsense and open to anyone who wants real advice.
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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Byron is an expert in cloud and very knowledgeable in his field. At the same time, he's down to earth and try to make himself available. I would highly recommend working with him if you are building a SaaS company!
Byron is an expert in cloud and very knowledgeable in his field. At the same time, he's down to earth and try to make himself available. I would highly recommend working with him if you are building a SaaS company!
Byron is an expert in cloud and very knowledgeable in his field. At the same time, he's down to earth and try to make himself available. I would highly recommend working with him if you are building a SaaS company!
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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Really fun & caring personality but very sharp especially when it comes to SaaS. His experience really shows and his reputation precedes him. A tad hands off due to how busy he is, but there for you in a second when you need him. Great person to have your cap table.
Really fun & caring personality but very sharp especially when it comes to SaaS. His experience really shows and his reputation precedes him. A tad hands off due to how busy he is, but there for you in a second when you need him. Great person to have your cap table.
Really fun & caring personality but very sharp especially when it comes to SaaS. His experience really shows and his reputation precedes him. A tad hands off due to how busy he is, but there for you in a second when you need him. Great person to have your cap table.
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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Just also runs the Chapter One VC fund, but I figured it would be worth a separate review for his acceleration program, called Product Club. The application and selection process was very transparent and fast. Right from the moment we learned we had been accepted Jeff made himself available to various channels and it remained that way until after the conclusion of the program. the program itself was very valuable to our startup. The quality of the one-to-one mentorships was great, and we were able to close a pre-Seed round largely thanks to joining the program and Jeff's contacts. I guess the best way to summarize our experience is to state that we would be willing to give some equity to participate in the program even without the $100,000 investment.
Just also runs the Chapter One VC fund, but I figured it would be worth a separate review for his acceleration program, called Product Club. The application and selection process was very transparent and fast. Right from the moment we learned we had been accepted Jeff made himself available to various channels and it remained that way until after the conclusion of the program. the program itself was very valuable to our startup. The quality of the one-to-one mentorships was great, and we were able to close a pre-Seed round largely thanks to joining the program and Jeff's contacts. I guess the best way to summarize our experience is to state that we would be willing to give some equity to participate in the program even without the $100,000 investment.
Just also runs the Chapter One VC fund, but I figured it would be worth a separate review for his acceleration program, called Product Club. The application and selection process was very transparent and fast. Right from the moment we learned we had been accepted Jeff made himself available to various channels and it remained that way until after the conclusion of the program. the program itself was very valuable to our startup. The quality of the one-to-one mentorships was great, and we were able to close a pre-Seed round largely thanks to joining the program and Jeff's contacts. I guess the best way to summarize our experience is to state that we would be willing to give some equity to participate in the program even without the $100,000 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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John went out of his way to be helpful and fair to us, even though Costanoa didn't end up investing. He brought analytical and strategic thinking that ultimately impacted the direction of our business. He's super transparent throughout the whole process as well so definitely not the kind of VC that leaves you with question marks. We were all amazed by how deep he went and how thoughtful he was in each of his interactions with. Further, he gave a bunch of intros to relevant experts that could help our thinking. And on top of it all, John is just a super kind and respectful human being. This guy is a rising star in the VC world - still young, but I'd place my bets on John being one of the most respected names in VC down the line.
John went out of his way to be helpful and fair to us, even though Costanoa didn't end up investing. He brought analytical and strategic thinking that ultimately impacted the direction of our business. He's super transparent throughout the whole process as well so definitely not the kind of VC that leaves you with question marks. We were all amazed by how deep he went and how thoughtful he was in each of his interactions with. Further, he gave a bunch of intros to relevant experts that could help our thinking. And on top of it all, John is just a super kind and respectful human being. This guy is a rising star in the VC world - still young, but I'd place my bets on John being one of the most respected names in VC down the line.
John went out of his way to be helpful and fair to us, even though Costanoa didn't end up investing. He brought analytical and strategic thinking that ultimately impacted the direction of our business. He's super transparent throughout the whole process as well so definitely not the kind of VC that leaves you with question marks. We were all amazed by how deep he went and how thoughtful he was in each of his interactions with. Further, he gave a bunch of intros to relevant experts that could help our thinking. And on top of it all, John is just a super kind and respectful human being. This guy is a rising star in the VC world - still young, but I'd place my bets on John being one of the most respected names in VC down the line.
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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CC is one of the most special investors I have ever met. Even though she has not invested in us, she has made the most recruiting introductions so far. She is the most well connected person among high-potential designers, PMs and engineers -- probably given her positive attitude and background at MSFT, FB and Stanford GSB. I really do appreciate CC as a human being and am grateful for all the help so far!
CC is one of the most special investors I have ever met. Even though she has not invested in us, she has made the most recruiting introductions so far. She is the most well connected person among high-potential designers, PMs and engineers -- probably given her positive attitude and background at MSFT, FB and Stanford GSB. I really do appreciate CC as a human being and am grateful for all the help so far!
CC is one of the most special investors I have ever met. Even though she has not invested in us, she has made the most recruiting introductions so far. She is the most well connected person among high-potential designers, PMs and engineers -- probably given her positive attitude and background at MSFT, FB and Stanford GSB. I really do appreciate CC as a human being and am grateful for all the help so far!
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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Wonderful
Wonderful
Wonderful
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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Straight HUSTLER of a partner. Would fight for her founders. Absolutely would recommend.
Straight HUSTLER of a partner. Would fight for her founders. Absolutely would recommend.
Straight HUSTLER of a partner. Would fight for her founders. Absolutely would 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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