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VC Lab and Decile Group have anonymized data on thousands of emerging managers and tens of thousands of limited partners. We analyze the data to help the venture capital industry better understand the emerging manager segment.
There are two primary sources of the data, VC Lab and Decile Hub. VC Lab has helped launch 798 venture capital firms worldwide, 60+% of all new managers, and Decile Hub powers approximately 900 venture capital firms per month, acting as the source of truth.
Unlocking Early Traction in Emerging VC
What significantly correlates with early fundraising success? Early traction is critical for emerging fund managers. In the first few weeks of fundraising, momentum builds credibility, builds confidence, and sets the pace for future LP conversations. But what actually signals success in those first four weeks? While every fund is different, patterns do emerge. From fund…
The Next Gens Reshaping Emerging VC
Are younger managers taking over and rewriting old VC rules? Age has long been associated with experience, access, and capital in venture capital. However, the current generation of emerging fund managers is breaking the mold, as younger professionals enter fund leadership in growing numbers. While most GPs still fall in the mid-career range, the gap…
Broadening Experience Levels in Emerging VC
Are long résumés still necessary for fundraising success? Experience has long been a gatekeeper in venture capital. Historically, launching a fund was a privilege reserved for former partners, career VCs, or those with deep ties to the industry. But the landscape is changing. More emerging managers are entering venture without prior VC experience — and…
The Women Transforming Emerging VC
Who are the women pushing venture capital towards 50-50? Diversity across emerging VC funds is gaining momentum as more women take on influential roles shaping the future of the industry. From launching new funds as general partners to actively allocating capital as limited partners, women are helping broaden access, challenge norms, and strengthen the foundation…
Start Fund Walks the Talk
How are new managers launching, closing, and deploying capital in just 36 days? The early-stage venture capital ecosystem is undergoing a major shift. As the barriers to launching a VC fund remain high, many talented emerging managers are sidelined by long setup times, high legal costs, and the complex requirements of traditional fund structures. Start…
The Top AI Tools for Fund Operations in Emerging VC
How are emerging managers using AI to improve performance? Artificial intelligence is transforming industries at every level— and venture capital is no exception. As fund managers juggle complex operations, investor relationships, and deal flow, AI offers new tools to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and increase operational efficiency. For emerging managers in particular, AI can act…
The Surge of Venture Studio Funds in Emerging VC
Do venture studio funds perform better than traditional and accelerator models? Emerging venture capital is evolving, and one of the most evident shifts in recent years has been the rapid surge of venture studio funds. These funds combine capital with company-building infrastructure and help to launch startups from the ground up. The model offers a…
Winning Fund Sizes in Emerging VC
Are smaller fund sizes the future of emerging VC? The rise of emerging fund managers has reshaped the venture capital landscape, introducing greater diversity, agility, and strategic specialization. A key element in this transformation is fund size. Smaller target sizes, once seen as limitations, are now strategic advantages—especially for first-time managers navigating shortened fundraising cycles…
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