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Minisode: Franchise Funds: Is Venture Broken?

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Beezer Clarkson admits venture capital feels broken because the presumed exit point—going public—is now unattractive to CEOs.

Two LPs from Sapphire Partners discuss their conversation with Thomas Christensen about franchise funds, exploring whether venture capital is broken due to unattractive public exits and the role of secondary markets. They analyze how GPs and LPs need to evolve, communicate transparently, and adapt strategies in challenging market conditions.

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