Screendoor was originally founded by our GP Advisors: venture capitalists who built their own firms, and today actively invest alongside the next generation of firm builders. They are founding partners of today’s recognized brands in the industry, so they know what it takes to raise those first vintages of funds before a firm’s brand is known in the market. Their perspectives are our inimitable edge across sourcing, diligence, and supporting our portfolio, where each GP Advisor is available to every Screendoor manager, while also getting specifically matched together for a more personal, ongoing relationship.
Looking ahead, as this new generation of VCs thoughtfully progresses in their firm building, another GP profile with deep firm-building experience is invaluable: “ReFounding Partners.” That is, VCs who transitioned into Managing Partner roles as their firms grew and evolved. In addition to being accomplished investors, their unique experiences in team building, LP management, and leadership transitions are unparalleled perspectives for the GPs we back. The nuanced circumstances across each of these areas - and beyond - can quietly define a firm’s trajectory.
This is why we’re thrilled to welcome Andy McLoughlin, Managing Partner of Uncork Capital, to our Screendoor GP Advisor Community. In addition to being an excellent early-stage investor, Andy was also a founder himself, a mindset he’s brought to leading the next phase of Uncork. It’s not only Andy’s track record that makes him an incredible GP Advisor, but also his aligned values and voluminous spirit. We can’t wait for new generations of VCs to have the opportunity to work with him!
If you’re fundraising and think Screendoor could be a great investor for your fund, we'd love to meet you. And if you’re an LP looking to learn more about today’s VC ecosystem and its alpha potential, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you!
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