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Our October edition of Funding What’s Next highlights Gunderson's fund formation practice, the venture capital ecosystem and where it’s headed next. Discover: ✔️ Fresh PitchBook VC firm market research ✔️ National Venture Capital Association model legal documents updates ✔️ Insights from NVCA CEO Bobby Franklin ✔️ Client highlights across fund formation ✔️ VC-focused events with Gunderson Subscribe to Funding What’s Next: https://lnkd.in/gvB3Cyn5 #VentureCapital #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #LegalInsights #GundersonDettme

ICYMI, last week’s Venture Atlanta Conference was the Southeast’s must-attend event for founders and investors. Gunderson was proud to be a headline sponsor, and our partners Joe Berklundd, Zach Crowe, and Neil Toomey shared their insights from the experience. If you didn’t connect with our team at the event, we’d love to continue the conversation. Reach out to explore how we can collaborate ahead of next year’s conference. #VentureAtlanta #StartupEcosystem #VentureCapital #GundersonDettmer

Out now: What’s Next in Biotech, in conversation with Venrock Partner Bryan Roberts. In this conversation, Gunderson Dettmer Partner and Chair of the Life Sciences practice, Tim Ehrlich, sits down with Bryan Roberts, Partner at Venrock, to discuss the shifting dynamics shaping the life sciences sector. The discussion covers critical issues, including how companies and investors are navigating current market conditions, evolving fundraising strategies, the growing influence of AI in biotech and how Venrock is managing its $650 million fund raised in 2024. Watch the full episode for timely insights into where innovation, capital and strategy intersect across the biotech landscape and share your thoughts on who we should feature next. WATCH HERE: https://lnkd.in/gn4arxn4 What’s Next in Biotech, developed by Gunderson Dettmer Partner Tim Ehrlich, features conversations with proven leaders in the life sciences industry to generate insights on market conditions and key drivers for building the next generation of successful biotech companies. #biotech #lifesciences #venturecapital #innovation #biotechnology #gundersondettmer

Lexology In-Depth has launched the Singapore chapter of Venture Capital Law. Co-authored by David Wang and Anna Zhang, the guide offers an in-depth analysis of recent developments and the evolving legal and regulatory frameworks shaping Singapore’s dynamic venture capital ecosystem — from fund formation trends and regulatory updates to best practices driving dealmaking in the region. Explore the insights and key takeaways from our team’s contributions to this publication here: https://lnkd.in/g5Xxai6k #VentureCapital #FundFormation #Singapore

When a startup won’t be the next breakout, but still has tangible assets, tech, or talent, how do you recover value instead of walking away empty-handed? On Wednesday, Nov 12, join Gunderson Partner Melissa Marks, Sunset Founder Brendan Mahony, and Positive Sum Founder and Partner Sam Cates, for a candid conversation on the *other* side of venture. Presented by nextNYC, the panel will dig into the practical realities of extracting value from stragglers, acqui-hires, asset sales, and strategic shutdowns. This is not a “failure” talk - it’s a blueprint for responsible exits and creative outcomes. 💡 Key takeaways: - How to start buyer conversations under time pressure - Turning a shutdown into an acqui-hire, IP sale, or asset deal - Protecting founder reputation and investor relationships - Avoiding common mistakes in the final innings Founders, investors, and operators will leave with a clearer sense of *what’s still possible* when growth slows — and how to handle wind-downs with grace, strategy, and value preservation. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e2aUVChJ #Startups #MergersAndAcquisitions #GundersonDettmer #VentureCapital

What does the venture landscape look like heading into 2026? Partner John Yates joins industry leaders with Technology Executives Roundtable (TER) to unpack the future of tech investing and startup fundraising in the Southeast region. ✨ Topics include: - Venture investing forecasts for 2026 - How startups should prepare for their next VC raise - Smart ways to integrate AI for better valuations - The right (and wrong) ways to raise capital in the current market Featuring a leading panel: 🔹 Mark Flickinger, General Partner & COO, BIP Capital 🔹 Marc Gorlin Founder & CEO, Roadie and Co-Founder, Kabbage from American Express 🔹 Baha Zeidan CEO, Azalea Health 🔹 Miguel Granier, Managing Director, Cox Cleantech Accelerator powered by gener8tor The evening will also spotlight insights from the latest report, *The State of Startups in the Southeast* — the definitive look at innovation and investment trends shaping the region. #VentureCapital #StartupEcosystem #AI #Innovation #GundersonDettmer https://lnkd.in/d2w3rT5k

Congratulations to Amantha Bagdon, founder of RxPost, who took home the top prize at PitchLive.LA which took place on October 14 during LA Tech Week. Amantha has been a pharmacy technician since she was 16 years old. In her 20+ years in the industry, she noticed a costly problem: pharmacies often end up with surplus medication—leading the average pharmacy to lose $150K+ on expired drugs. That’s where RxPost comes in. As a B2B marketplace, the platform helps pharmacies sell unused medications to other pharmacies, reducing waste and recapturing lost revenue. At PitchLive.LA, our joint live pitch competition with Alpha Edison, celebrating LA’s startup community, Amantha impressed the judges from some of the city’s leading venture firms with her vision and execution, earning $50K+ in legal and professional services to help grow her startup. Founders like Amantha embody the spirit of bold ideas and innovation fueling LA’s startup community. Learn more about Amantha and RxPost below: https://prn.to/4hhe8kx PitchLive.LA #LATechWeek #GundersonCatalyze #PitchCompetiton.

Our season finale is finally here! Jackson B., Co-founder and CEO of LGBT+ VC was recognized for transforming access to capital for underrepresented founders. In conversation with host Natalie Pierce, Jackson shares how purpose and profit intersect, the rise of “creative capital” across sectors like art tech and Broadway tech, and how his organization is paving the way to empower 10,000 LGBTQ+ and ally investors by 2030. Congratulations to all our guests named to Forbes 30 Under 30. This season spotlighted the next generation shaping the startup and venture capital ecosystem through bold ideas and lasting impact. Thank you for sharing your stories and celebrating Gunderson Dettmer's 30th anniversary. Listen to the season finale here. Apple: https://apple.co/48uXPOZ Spotify: https://bit.ly/47aqpTd Vimeo: https://bit.ly/4otmJmQ