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HOW CAPITAL AVAILABILITY IMPACTS VC INNOVATION

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May 31, 2023

How capital availability impacts VC innovation

Zachary White, Founder Exits Capital; Partner at Sinai Ventures
Venture Capital

Key takeaways

  • When capital is easily accessible, capital raising becomes much easier and much quicker, and so far more companies are spun up, with a greater volume of innovative ideas.
  • The present period, in contrast, can be characterized by very high-quality innovation - because funds are more cautious - rather than a high volume innovation environment.
  • During these periods of greater adversity, only founders who are dedicated and persistent in pursuing their ideas stand out. These special founders are more likely to succeed and create impactful companies.

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