Intro to Venture Capital
Introduction to the venture capital industry; understanding the different types of venture capital; key terms and concepts; the role of family offices in venture capital
Deal Sourcing
Understanding the deal sourcing process; building a deal sourcing engine (outbound) and network (inbound); evaluating potential deals; thesis development and leveraging alternative data sources and AI
Due Diligence
Conducting due diligence on potential investments; assessing the team, market, and product; legal and financial due diligence
Valuations & Terms
Understanding different valuation methods; metrics and benchmarks; Understanding and key terms in term sheets; negotiating favorable terms; post-investment rights and obligations
Value Creation & Exit
Building and managing a VC portfolio; diversification; monitoring and evaluating investmentsExit strategies; preparing for an exit; navigating the M&A and IPO process
Portfolio Management
Key performance metrics, dashboards and reporting requirements
Global Tech & Ecosystems
Global Tech trends, the rise of the Tech titans, ecosystem strategies and the role of global politics
State of Tech in Europe
Rise of European Tech; Areas of strength and weaknesses. Main opportunities for investment
Future of Finance
Review key trends including Digital banking, Open infrastructure, Reg tech
Future of Commerce
Review key trends including the rise of open commerce infrastructure plays and ecommerce enablers
Future of Work
Review key trends including the corporate training landscape and the new emerging HR Tech stack
ESG
ESG considerations in venture capital; avoiding conflicts of interest; complying with regulatory requirements
Artificial Intelligence
Understand the latest trends in Artificial Intelligence. Uncover attractive investment opportunities.
Selected testimonials from graduates of the 2023 cycle
Valerie van den Brink
MD at Knop Ventures
"I highly recommend the VC Academy offered by the partners of Coalition Capital. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. They possess extensive knowledge and are genuinely passionate about venture capital in all its aspects. Attending these sessions, which are consistently hosted at exceptional locations, has been a great pleasure..”
Jerry Jansen
Alphatron
“The VC Academy provided a wealth of firsthand knowledge in venture capital investing. The lectures were well-structured, interactive and dove deep into the subject matter. The group comprised of like-minded investment professionals allowing for meaningful networking opportunities.”
Pieter
Family Office
“This academy is recommended for anyone looking to get a full view of the VC scene. It greatly enhanced my understanding of how VC works. Kyang, Seb, Corné, and their excellent guest speakers walked us through the full process from deal sourcing, monitoring, to the legal sides of VC. It’s not just theory, but also how to look at the less tangible/qualitative elements, trends and developments, tools to use. They shot my understanding up like a hockey stick chart.”
Erik Poel
SEAM Investments
“More than I had anticipated, investing in Venture Capital is a specialized profession. Coalition understand this profession deeply and is able to teach it!”
Maasbert Schouten
CEO MaasInvest
“The VC Academy is an enriching journey into the world of venture capital, expertly guided by seasoned specialists Sebastiaan, Kyang, and Corne covering all the VC stuff. It’s a must-attend for both budding and experienced investors seeking comprehensive insights into VC.”
Rogier Schurink
Undisclosed family office
“Coalition Capital put a fantastic course together. Seb, Kyang and Corne deliver to-the-point and actual information about VC market dynamics, as well as practical tools for use in daily work. On top we received powerful presentations from highly engaging guest speakers on a variety of topics. All in a fun atmosphere. Add interesting locations and a truly eager audience that builds relationships and you get a great series of events. I highly recommend taking part.”
Caspar Walhout
MD Uneti Labs
“Kyang and Seb provide an engaging and comprehensive insight into the world of VC. A combination of experience, expertise, and intrinsic enthusiasm, supported by research and the latest trends, will provide both an enjoyable and highly educational experience.”
Rutger
CIO
“The VC Academy is a great opportunity to dive deep into the world of venture investing in a very short space of time. Seb, Kyang and Corne are great tutors who have an infinite pool of wisdom, experience and the network when it comes to Venture. As a bonus there is ample opportunity to speak with like-minded investors and family offices.”
Anonymous
Dutch Single Family Office
“Attending the VC academy was an educational and fun experience. The informative sessions, guest speakers and networking opportunities provided a comprehensive overview and understanding of the industry’s dynamics.”