Ask a CFO with James Vanreusel – Investor – Friendly Strategies for Success
Welcome to another episode of Ask a CFO. I’m your host, James Vanreusel, Founder and CEO at Vanreusel Ventures.
In today’s episode, we delve into the venture capital world and explore the question, “How do I make my VC’s life easier?” Whether you’re a company seeking to build a strong relationship with venture capitalists or a portfolio company aiming to meet their needs, this episode has got you covered.
We’ll discuss key factors that VCs value, including assistance with hiring, valuable content creation, and bringing them exceptional deals. Additionally, we’ll uncover what VCs require from portfolio companies, such as timely reporting, quarterly updates, audited financials, and industry event insights.
Join us as we explore strategies to streamline communication, stand out as a portfolio company, and make your VC’s life easier. Let’s dive in!
Key takeaways:
- Understanding the needs of venture capitalists helps in building strong relationships.
- Helping with hiring, providing valuable content, and bringing great deals are appreciated by VCs.
- Timely and proactive reporting, including quarterly updates, financials, industry events, and valuations, is crucial for portfolio companies.
- Being responsive and organized in providing information to VCs can set a company apart and enhance the relationship.