Wischoff Ventures

Working on our Q4/Annual LP Update. Sharing a short list of the many lessons we have learned to date:

-“Hype” rounds are pointless and do not predict a strong future outcome or future fundraising success. We avoid these rounds at all costs. 

-A+ teams with B- ideas are far better investments than B- teams with A+ ideas. 

-The ability to be firm and kind during hard times is a superpower. The brand will build itself on the back of these traits. 

-Very few venture firms do their own homework and invest based on thorough diligence. Finding those and working closely with them is crucial. A dear friend and investor told me that roughly 5 VC firms per stage think for themselves and everyone else follows. I believe this. 

-Product & engineering founders with prior early stage startup experience make far better founders than any other background combination. This is where we invest. 

-Living in a hub is helpful but being Central has enabled us to be everywhere, all of the time. While I believe that NYC and SF are by far the best cities to find great talent, there are hidden gems in the industry hubs. (We spend a lot of time in Chicago)

-Getting the most ownership when making your initial investment in a company at pre-seed/seed stage is crucial. 

-No one knows where the market is headed.

-LP construction matters. Having a strong combination of strategic family offices has been a tremendous success in terms of finding first customers for our portfolio companies. (We love everyone equally)

-Whether anyone likes it or not, posting VC/startup content on the internet is the quickest and most successful way to ensure that everyone has heard of you. 

-Pre-seed and seed stage founders are typically under the radar and nowhere to be found on a market map. Be where they can find you.

We are thrilled to welcome our first hire at Wischoff Ventures. Meet Ruffin Mitchener - our newest Associate! 

We are doubling down on our investment in Checkmate and thrilled to be joining GV (Google Ventures) as a Board Observer. It has been an incredible past year. 400,000 users, 60k active monthly, #1 in the App Store. Changing the way we shop one user and day at a time. Keep an eye on Rory Garton-Smith Harry Dixon! 

https://lnkd.in/gvA5JigF

Daikin provides highly efficient Air handling units for both small and large-scale ventilation, circulating fresh air through any building.

Daikin

Carrier is a leading manufacturer of HVAC systems, including air handling units, for commercial and industrial applications.

Carrier

Lennox is a prominent supplier of HVAC systems, including air handling units, known for their quality and innovation in commercial and industrial settings.

Lennox

Rheem is a reputable manufacturer of HVAC systems, including air handling units, catering to the commercial and industrial sectors with a focus on quality and reliability.

Rheem

XeteX custom engineers and manufactures high-quality air handling and energy recovery ventilation systems for industrial and commercial building types.

XeteX

Wischoff is a German company that specializes in the development, production, and distribution of high-quality ventilation and air handling systems. The company offers innovative solutions for improving indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and comfort in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

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