Launch by FNDR

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FNDR launches a VC that backs founders it already works with, claiming investment in the equity of Storytelling. The firm spends about 12 hours with each founder, has worked with 130 founders, and only invests after that close, narrative-led due diligence. Fund size and LPs aren’t listed on stage, but the vehicle will co-invest up to $1M in early and growth-stage startups, focuses on EU and US, operates a 22-person team and shares carry across staff.

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1. 0:00The equity of storytelling
2. 1:17Working with iconic founders
3. 3:18Collaborating with founders
4. 4:29The evolution into investors
5. 6:12Investment philosophy
6. 8:13Due diligence and conclusion

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