Successful Venture Capital requires exposure to the statistical outliers. This typically means allocating more capital to funds that are smaller, more concentrated, and may be run by managers with limited track records. As a result, VC may not be suitable for every investor. Click here to read more about how we view the asset class and approach portfolio construction for patient capital.

Alternatives, InvestingAdam J. Packer, CFA®, CAIA®February 6, 2024SineCera Capitalalternative investments, Venture Capital, Due Diligence

Blurring the Lines: Why Sequoia's Evergreen Fund May Disappoint

While some LPs may applaud Sequoia’s move to consolidate investments into an open-ended vehicle, blurring the lines between what makes a private market and public market manager successful may only lead to disappointing results.

Alternatives, Investing, Behavioral Economics, StocksAdam J. Packer, CFA®, CAIA®October 28, 2021SineCera Capitalinvesting, Behavioral Finance, Venture Capital, alternative investments, IPOs

The Uncorrelated Mind