Wed Jan 22 2025

This week on Swimming with Allocators, Earnest and Alexa welcome Ertan Can, Founder and Managing Partner of Multiple Capital, Europe's first tech-focused fund of micro funds. The discussion explores Ertan’s extensive experience in the venture capital landscape, particularly his transition from a family office to establishing a multi-LP fund. Key topics include the rise of solo general partners (GPs) and micro VCs in Europe, the challenges of investing across a fragmented European ecosystem, the importance of differentiation and focus in fund selection, and so much more. Also, Christopher Hollins from Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) discusses specialized services for venture capitalists and startup founders, emphasizing their unique approach to supporting the innovation economy.