The first step to find venture capital is to make a smart introduction to the venture capital firm you’re interested in meeting.

Venture capitalists rely heavily on trusted connections to vet deals.

You’re not trying to contact as many people as possible; you’re trying to find venture capital firms that are the best possible fit for your deal. The more closely aligned you are with the needs of the venture firm, the more likely you’ll find venture capital firms willing to write you a check!

Getting Introduced to VC Firms

Every pitch to a venture capital firm starts with an introduction to someone at the firm. It helps to know the exact profile of a venture capitalist to know which level of introduction makes sense. Typically you’ll sta...