base·case /ˈbeɪs ˌkeɪs/ n.

mathematics.the starting value that anchors an inductive proof
programming.the simplest input a recursive function can answer directly
venture.a one-person venture firm run by alana goyal;
investing at inception, when there is only a person,
an ardent mission, and a burning desire to build

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fig. 0portfolio

rulef(n) = company(n) + f(n − 1)

n =28

stackf(28)

total

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2.1.1i work with founders pre-product, pre-traction, and often pre-idea. i am often the first check, and always the first institutional round.
2.1.2i am not a good fit for companies that are actively raising. i invest in relationships that have compounded over months, if not years.
2.1.3i exclusively lead rounds, concentrate heavily, and show up consistently for the companies i back.
2.1.4i’m often an early beta tester, active user, and paying customer of the products founders build.
2.1.5i put my network to work for founders and roll up my sleeves for any task, big or small.

2.2.1former founders driven to make a comeback
2.2.2solo founders who’ve been told they need a co-founder
2.2.3underdogs who feel deeply compelled to prove people wrong
2.2.4builders who can’t help bringing ideas to life
2.2.5futurists with strong convictions about where the world is going
2.2.6anyone who has been told they are too intense, too curious, or too impatient

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proof.

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