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What’s Your LP Starting Point?

Find your starting point.

Start wherever you are, no prior venture experience required. Answer ten questions to discover what to learn first as you explore investing in a venture fund.

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  1. Venture fundamentals

    I understand the basic role of a and how an LP participates in a venture fund.

    Venture fundamentals

  2. Fund mechanics

    I understand the difference between making a fund and having the full amount called at once.

    Fund mechanics

  3. Time horizon and liquidity

    I understand that venture funds are long-term, investments and that my capital may be tied up for many years.

    Time horizon and liquidity

  4. Portfolio context

    I’ve thought about what role, if any, venture capital could play alongside the rest of my investments.

    Portfolio context

  5. Investment thesis

    I can describe the kinds of managers, strategies, sectors, stages, or outcomes I’d want my venture investments to support.

    Investment thesis

  6. Finding opportunities

    I know where I could begin looking for venture funds or fund managers to evaluate.

    Finding opportunities

  7. Fund evaluation

    I know what information I’d want to review before deciding whether to invest in a venture fund.

    Fund evaluation

  8. Manager conversations

    I’d know what questions I want to ask a fund manager before making a commitment.

    Manager conversations

  9. Commitment planning

    I understand the factors I’d need to consider before deciding on a fund commitment size.

    Commitment planning

  10. Life as an LP

    I have a general understanding of what happens after I invest, including , fund updates, , and potential .

    Life as an LP

The Aligned Capital Program walks through the full decision framework.

Your results reflect your own sense of where you are. The Aligned Capital Program covers all categories from understanding how venture works, to finding and evaluating opportunities so you can decide for yourself.

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