The Best Venture Capitalists
A. Metrick & A. Yasuda, VENTURE CAPITAL AND THE FINANCE OF INNOVATION, p. 83, Wiley, September 2010
17 Pages Posted: 6 Oct 2010
Date Written: September 5, 2010
Abstract
This paper is Chapter 5 of the textbook, "Venture Capital and the Finance of Innovation." The focal point of the chapter is a subjective listing of 15 “top-tier” VC firms, based upon historical investment performance and success in charging above market fees and carried interest. The list provides an opportunity to discuss the history, performance, and strategies of some top VC firms.
Keywords: Venture Capital, Carried Interest
JEL Classification: G24
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