We have a great edition of The Spool in store for you today - it's a 4-minute read.

We have a great edition of The Spool in store for you today - it's a 4-minute read.

We have a great edition of The Spool in store for you today - it's a 4-minute read.

Learn about the challenges associated with solicitation when managing private funds, the nuances between the 506(b) and 506(c) rules under Regulation D, and how Public VC Funds provide a solution for fund managers seeking a more accessible investment landscape.

A note from Sweater's CEO, Portfolio Updates, and New Jobs!

A letter from Sweater's CEO on the company's progress, forward-looking strategy to create more access to Public VC funds and thoughts on current market dynamics.

Discover how Sweater's is leading the charge with our innovative approach empowering retail investors in the alternative asset class. Trace historical parallels in ETFs, mutual funds, and stock trading, uncovering the transformative impact of technology and accessibility.

Explore the transformative power of Public VC Funds as a superior alternative to crowdfunding and angel investing, offering retail investors professional management, diversification, and rigorous due diligence in the dynamic landscape of venture capital and alternative investments.

Enable individual investors with Sweater's revolutionary platform, addressing the urgent need for new market infrastructure in private assets.

Explore the constraints private funds face and how Sweater’s Public VC Funds are the answer to non-accredited investor demand for alternative investments.

Explore the constraints private funds face and how Sweater’s Public VC Funds are the answer to non-accredited investor demand for alternative investments.

Delve into Sweater's Public VC Funds, a paradigm shift challenging the norms of private funds and bridging the gap between traditional exclusivity to provide an accessible investment landscape for individual investors.

We have a great edition of The Spool in store for you today - it's a 5-minute read.

We have a great edition of The Spool in store for you today - it's a 5-minute read.

We have a great edition of The Spool in store for you this month - it's a 3-minute read. But in case you only get this far we wanted to share the fantastic news–we’re leaving transaction fees behind!

In June's edition, we will meet the founders of Hikerkind, Koope, & Fila Manila. We'll also hear exciting updates from Pear Suite, IQBAR and Havenly plus so much more.

In August's edition, we will meet the founder of Parallel Health as well as hear exciting updates from our portfolio companies.

In July’s edition, we will meet the founder of Frances Valentine as well as hear exciting updates from our portfolio companies.

The startup landscape is undergoing a rapid and profound transformation, presenting a vibrant and dynamic arena for investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with innovative ventures.

While summer months tend to be slower in the world of venture capital, our investment team kept busy in Q2 by continuing to make new investments and build on the Cashmere fund thesis of investing in companies that are network affectable, scalably impactful, and broadly understandable.

Sweater is thrilled to be launching the world’s first platform where qualified partners can launch their own Public VC Funds to their communities, Sweater Members, and the general public. 

Investing in venture capital can be a daunting task for individuals who are just starting to explore this asset class. There are numerous variables to consider and understand before entrusting your money to someone else. That's where Sweater comes in—it not only offers a simple investment alternative through venture capital but also serves as a platform to learn about finance, personal investments, and, of course, venture capital!

When you start your “career” as an investor, you’ll generally hear the saying “don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.” This is known as diversification and it is one of the main mechanisms used to mitigate investment risk.

Over the past 12 months our investment team has been hard at work sourcing high quality deal flow and making investments across a diverse portfolio of founders and verticals.

New companies who wish to succeed often go through different stages of funding. Each startup stage comes with its own set of requirements and conditions.

To attract and retain top talent, equity compensation is not an option. It’s a necessity. That’s why it’s a good idea for founders of early stage companies and prospective employees to compare all of their options. Here’s an overview of some of the most common ones. 

It can be difficult for startup companies to raise capital. The good news, however, is there are a number of investment vehicles available to steer them toward success.

Read the full announcement of our latest addition to the Sweater portfolio, Frances Valentine—a modern American lifestyle brand from the founders of Kate Spade.

What exactly is an investment thesis? Learn more about how an investment thesis drives a fund's investment strategy and how the Sweater Cashmere Fund's investment thesis is community-driven.

Learn more about our investment into True Footage—the technology driven appraisal company bringing the appraisal industry into the modern era. Already the largest in the US, we're excited to help them on their continued growth and expansion efforts.

We're excited to announce our investment into the Stonks YCombinator Access Fund—a venture capital fund managed by Stonks and focused on investing in the best startups coming out of the YCombinator Summer 2022 cohort.

Shappi empowers Latin American consumers to obtain U.S. products in a faster, more affordable, and more reliable way than ever before. We’re excited to fund Shappi to help them expand as part of a $2M seed round ahead of their Series A.

EarlyBird's game-changing family wealth-building platform is democratizing access to financial freedom for the next generation.

Take a deep dive into the olive oil industry and why we believe Graza has the potential to become a household name.

Learn more about our investment into Curate Capital—a venture capital fund for accelerating the success of companies by women for women

Learn more about our investment into Nomadica—the sommolier-curated canned wine bringing millenials and gen z back to wine.

Learn more about our investment into IQBAR—the “brain + body” nutrition company centered on low-carb, plant protein bars packed with brain nutrients.

Learn more about our investment into IsoTalent—a global on-demand hiring platform modernizing the way companies build human capital.

Learn about our investment into Nada—the real estate finance, banking, and investing platform democratizing the $36 trillion home equity market.

Learn about our recent investment into this next-generation skin telehealth company powered by skin microbiome science and genomics.

Sweater portfolio company Feat opens its flagship store.

They said it couldn’t be done, but here we are, launching the Sweater app and a whole new venture community.

A brief overview of our first investments in the Cashmere Fund. Read more about why we believe in each of these great companies and what's coming next for Sweater.

The Sweater Cashmere Fund is now open to all investors.

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