LatE round VC
VIVE invests in venture companies preparing for sale
VIVE can be a passive add-on investor - strengthening the balance sheet and extending M&A runway.
VIVE can be a lead investor proposing a pricing term sheet for continuing investors to join.
VIVE can add-on to rights offerings and existing investor bridge rounds.
VIVE can help fund companies during M&A - avoiding a loan from the buyer.
VIVE can help venture capital funds get liquidity for their LPs and close-out positions.
VIVE Team
Jack Helfand, Managing Partner
Neil Wolff, Senior Partner
Neil Wolff, Senior Partner
Mr. Helfand has over two decades of experience in all facets of venture capital. Jack is the founder of VIVE Capital and continues as a partner at VantagePoint Capital Partners (VPCP). Jack was a general counsel with the private equity firm Everest Group and the investment banking firm Thomas Weisel Partners. Jack was previously a corporate and M&A attorney at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati and Mayer, Brown & Platt.
Neil Wolff, Senior Partner
Neil Wolff, Senior Partner
Neil Wolff, Senior Partner
Mr. Wolff has over three decades of experience as a venture industry legal professional. Neil is a Founder and Managing Partner of the Oxford Angels and is a Managing Director and General Counsel at VPCP. Neil was previously a corporate and securities partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati.
Jordan Simkin, Venture Partner
Neil Wolff, Senior Partner
Jordan Simkin, Venture Partner
Mr. Simkin is an entrepreneur with over 15 years operating experience. Jordan has founded and helped grow several internet, lead generation and software companies. Jordan was previously a senior executive with online retailer HockeyGiant (acquired 2015).