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How I Got the Monkey Off My Back – Today Was a Good Day

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As a result I didn’t write my first venture capital check until March 2009 – exactly 5 years ago. At the time I pointed out: “If I had realized exits almost certainly it would be because I invested in a company that failed. “I think the best VCs help drive exits alongside their entrepreneurs.

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Loot Crate Raises $18.5M, Tops $100M In Sales

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The funding was led by Upfront Ventures, and also included Breakwater Investment Management, Time Inc., Downey Ventures, M13, and SterlingVC. Los Angeles-based Loot Crate announced this morning that it has raised $18.5M

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