Home// Playlists// Fundraising// How VC Firms Work Save How VC Firms Work Explore the fundamentals of how venture firms are structured, how they build a portfolio of investments, and how they make money. 9 audio clips List Cards Play Are there any alternatives to VC funding? Parker McKee Principal at Pillar Tech • Fundraising Play Do VC firms specialize in industries? Katie Mulligan Director of Platform at Pillar VC Fundraising • VC Relationships Play Do VC firms focus on specific stages of funding? Katie Mulligan Director of Platform at Pillar VC Fundraising • VC Relationships Play What is the difference between angel and pre-seed funding? Parker McKee Principal at Pillar Fundraising Play Should I raise money from an angel investor or a VC firm? Parker McKee Principal at Pillar Fundraising Play How do I know my idea is right for VC funding? Parker McKee Principal at Pillar Tech • Fundraising Play Why does Pillar offer to buy common stock? Jamie Goldstein Partner at Pillar Tech • Fundraising Play How many deals does a VC firm do each year? Katie Mulligan Director of Platform at Pillar VC Fundraising • VC Relationships Play Should I consider venture debt? Parker McKee Principal at Pillar Tech • Fundraising