This week marked the start of my new job at Chicago Ventures. Chicago Ventures is an outgrowth/re-brand of the I2A Fund, where I interned …
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Earlier this year, I was tasked with leading two treks from my business school to meet with Venture Capitalists - one trip to NYC …
Read MoreThe problem with Venture Capital is that it's a hard industry to find training. In general there are two approaches on being a successful VC investor: …
Read MoreLet me ask you a question. If you were applying to a job - which is intrinsically about standing out as optimal for a given role …
Read MoreIf you're like me, you enjoy curling up in bed each week with a bag of popcorn and watching the latest episode of Shark Tank. Shark Tank has minimal applicability …
Read MoreYesterday, my VC fund in Chicago announced a new partner added to our team. It's an exciting time for us as Kevin is a phenomenally hard worker …
Read MoreWhen I started interning at I2A Fund in the Spring of 2012, I tried to take on as much responsibility as possible. I've done a lot of menial tasks …
Read MoreAs someone who reviews a minimum of ten pitch decks and intro/cover letters per week, I have learned to appreciate the impact of …
Read MoreIn the six months since joining the I2A Fund as an MBA Associate, I’ve reviewed over 100 early/seed stage pitch decks from startups …
Read Morehave been blown away by the kindness total strangers have shown me, responding to my notes, even interviewing me, all after a cold e-mail. For sure, there is no substitute …
Read MoreOne of the amazing perks of working in venture capital is the sheer number of intriguing ideas that pass across your desk. Some smaller VCs may vet as few as …
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