Authors
Nic Brisbourne
Nic Brisbourne writes once a month for The Kernel about European venture capital. He is a partner at DFJ Esprit.
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Column Falling costs enable new regional hubs
Nic Brisbourne explains how the falling cost of doing business in tech is making space for thriving regional ecosystems, calling for better local funds in these new emerging hubs. More » -
Column It’s bad, but it’s not the end of the world
Nic Brisbourne on why the technology start-up ecosystem will remain an important part of the global economy, despite some recent missteps. More » -
Column Why VCs peak late
Nic Brisbourne explains why venture capitalists are often much older than the entrepreneurs they back. More » -
Column On start-up ecosystems
What are the necessary elements for start-up ecosystems to become successful? Nic Brisbourne looks at how London could become a breeding ground for billion-pound companies. More » -
Column The LP update meeting
Everybody answers to somebody, Nic Brisbourne reminds us. What happens when VCs are hauled into the boardroom to justify their investment decisions? More » -
Column Advisors: they don’t help VCs, but they can help start-ups
Can, and should, advisers play a greater role in start-ups looking to raise funds, asks Nic Brisbourne? More »
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Column How to choose your VC
Nic Brisbourne presents a few tips for start-ups unsure how to prioritise their decision-making. More » -
Column European sands are shifting
Nic Brisbourne explains some of the changes happening in European venture capital at the moment. More »