A guide for emerging managers

How to Raise Your First Fund

Part 1: Ecosystem, Network & Team

Keys:

1. Leverage your reputation and network to show early investors that you know enough people in the industry and have access to strong, proprietary deal flow.
2. Show any traction including previous investments or high-quality deals you scouted or helped investors close. Track key metrics and convert them into pitch decks.
3. Anchor your commitment to raising your first fund with…