Hey {{first_name|default:there}}, it’s Vadim 👋
Here's something most founders don't realize about the end of the year:
While everyone else is winding down, checking out for the holidays, and pushing their fundraising plans to "Q1"... this is actually one of the best times to build your investor pipeline.
Why? Because this quiet stretch is a gift.
No one's expecting you to be "on." There are fewer fires to put out. And while the holidays slow everything else down, they don't slow down your ability to research funds, map decision-makers, and build a list you'll actually be ready to execute on come January.
The founders who use the next few weeks strategically will start 2026 with a massive head start over everyone who waited.
Let’s make sure you’re in that first group.
Welcome to Week 5 of the 6 Week Investor Sourcing Intensive!
Quick recap:
This week, we're tackling the names everyone knows: the established VCs. The funds that show up in headlines. The logos that look great on a cap table.
But here's the thing - chasing brand names without understanding how these funds actually work is one of the most common (and costly) mistakes technical founders make.
But if you've been following this series, you already know: strategy beats logo-chasing. Every time.
Let's break it down 👇