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Venture Capital Shifts: Trust and Relationships Take Center Stage

12/12/2025

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Venture capitalists Leslie Feinzaig and Ross Fubini say fundraising is shifting, prioritizing authentic relationships with founders and limited partners.
Feinzaig notes she raised funds without a track record, underscoring trust and personal connections.
Fubini calls the current market "thrilling" and says it enables quicker decision-making than bear markets.
Both offer tactical advice to attract founders, stressing execution and genuine relationships as keys to successful partnerships.

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Story summary

Venture capitalists Leslie Feinzaig and Ross Fubini say fundraising is shifting, prioritizing authentic relationships with founders and limited partners.
Feinzaig notes she raised funds without a track record, underscoring trust and personal connections.
Fubini calls the current market "thrilling" and says it enables quicker decision-making than bear markets.
Both offer tactical advice to attract founders, stressing execution and genuine relationships as keys to successful partnerships.