In part 1: https://capria.vc/dsa of this two-part series, we explored the changing dynamics between Limited Partners (LPs), private fund investors, and General Partners (GPs), private fund managers, in an investment fund. In part 2, we look at how a significant event has resulted into LPs driving accountability from GPs, and GPs responding with […]
Tag: venture capital
No longer limited – how the dynamics of LP-GP relationships are evolving amid shifting investment paradigms
For the longest time, the role of investors in a private investment fund, also known as “Limited Partners” or “LPs”, was exactly that – limited. They gave their money to professional fund managers (aka General Partners or GPs) and received quarterly reports on how their investments were doing. That is now changing. A growing number of LPs […]
Adobe Capital announces the final close of it’s USD 30M Adobe Mezzanine Fund II, L.
Adobe Capital announces the final closing of Adobe Mezzanine Fund II, L.P. with total commitments of $30.3 million US dollars. This second fund is comprised entirely of institutional investors, both local and international. Adobe Mezzanine Fund II, L.P. successfully surpassed the capital raised by the first fund by a considerable margin; Adobe […]
Funds Accelerator from the US preparing office in Chile to lead Latin America
The firm, which is backed by Bill Gates, plans to invest in local funds and co-invest in local companies Capria invested in FEN Ventures and has an association with LarrainVial for local investors were there is Del Río family and Mustakis Foundation Almost everything is ready for Capria, the American investment funds accelerator that […]
Latin America VC latest trends
With almost 700 million population, 20 diverse countries, 15% of the land on earth, 80% of its citizens living in cities (most urbanized continent), and a total GDP reaching USD $6 trillion, it is no news that Latin America is becoming a wealthier region. Venture capital is significantly contributing to this trend by helping scale upcoming […]
Problems faced by early-growth business fund managers in Africa that no one is talking about
Almost every fund manager in Africa wants to build and support scalable businesses that not only help homegrown start-ups flourish but also have profit at the heart of these investments. In recent years, Africa has captured the appetite of international investors. As per a report by Africa Business Central, venture funding jumped over 50% in […]
Can venture capital keep up as startups embrace Asia’s wealthy families?
Will Asia’s wealthy families and family offices offering a financing alternative to VCs in the region or will VCs still be able to capture great investment opportunities? Unlike traditional venture capital approaches which typically subscribe to the usual 2/20 model with a 10 year fund lifecycle, family offices could offer startups a longer […]
Can South-East Asia sustain investment boom?
As Southeast Asia sees an investment boom, can VCs and entrepreneurs address the challenges to sustain this trend? Southeast Asia, is a hotbed for investments, be it impact investing or otherwise. Tech companies are attracting huge investments for establishing and scaling businesses. With the region having produced its first set of Unicorns, […]
12 Things you need to understand about the Silicon Valley model before using it in other markets
Investors and entrepreneurs in emerging markets like Asia should take notes They have seen several startups grow and fail, so a win or loss isn’t new to them. Yet, none of Matt’s investments strategies seem to be working in emerging markets. Matt’s situation is a common one. Many, like him, use the “cut and paste” method of Silicon Valley, […]
The VC forecast includes hopes for AI and Africa, worries about politicians
Africa will be an enormous growth market for years, says Alex Finkelstein. What’s an emerging area of tech or science you’re exploring but haven’t invested in? Venture Capitalists across the globe have one common belief - “money is where tech is.” AI, brain-to-machine interfaces, virtual and augmented reality are clearly their favourites. […]
Fund Manager Spotlight: How Brightmore Capital’s USD $32mn impact fund will empower over a million lives in West Africa
Brightmore Capital's latest €30 million (~USD $32 million) impact investment fund is empowering the new generation of West African entrepreneurs, enabling them to transform their companies into regional champions. Brightmore Capital fills a financing gap for SMEs in some of the world’s fastest-growing and most dynamic economies throughout […]
What happened at #AVCACon2017? – Key thoughts from 600+ Private Equity Investors and Venture Capitalists
African Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (AVCA) recently concluded their 14th annual conference in Côte d’Ivoire, francophone Africa. The conference brought together more than 600 people from Africa's private equity and venture capital industry that are collectively managing over USD 1.5 trillion in assets. Capria and other members […]
