There is no better feeling for me when I connect a successful founder that I've backed to new founders in our portfolio. As a non-operator venture capitalist, seeing the knowledge trust being transferred is literally like being in the front row of the super bowl.
Founders sharing lessons learned is so valuable. As that ecosystem expands it often can lead to new relationships for the VC. As founders find new tech they use successfully and then share with other founders they often find that the new tech is often looking for capital as well. I know at LeadSmart we have a few potential partners who are looking for more partnerships AND investments. Paying it forward is really the case and sometimes just setting the table for an early return. #networksarekey
Founders sharing lessons learned is so valuable. As that ecosystem expands it often can lead to new relationships for the VC. As founders find new tech they use successfully and then share with other founders they often find that the new tech is often looking for capital as well. I know at LeadSmart we have a few potential partners who are looking for more partnerships AND investments. Paying it forward is really the case and sometimes just setting the table for an early return. #networksarekey