David Bogoslaw

VCs foresee more flat and down rounds this year for companies that last raised capital at heady valuations during the venture boom.

Many of the 18 venture capitalists we spoke with expect M&A exits to become more viable this year, but most don’t see the IPO market rebounding meaningfully until late this year or more likely in 2025.

VCs have low expectations for IPOs, but see a rebound in M&A, citing optimism about lower interest rates and interest from private equity investors and better-capitalized public companies eager to get teams and technologies at a discount.

As firms take a more thoughtful approach to their cultures, more general partners are thinking about how to best mentor younger professionals.

The operator of an accelerator for emerging fund managers hopes to expand awareness of opportunities to stake minority investments in VC managers.    

Want to be a talent magnet? These veteran VCs say mentoring, 'passing the ball' and sharing carry equally are key.

Companies that make it easier for property owners to manage their portfolios and address serious societal issues in real estate are expected to fare better in a tougher market, say VCs.

Tight relationships with the US venture community are key when trying to choose best-in-class technology by global standards in brand new markets to invest in, and for bringing more experience into portfolio companies’ boardrooms.

Native American Capital and Investment Alliance is a platform where equity investors, investment advisers and alternative lenders can learn about investment opportunities in Native-founded companies.

European venture funds and founders have had their own fundraising challenges.