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Proprietary deal flow rarely exists in venture capital, Nicole DeTommaso notes

Proprietary deal flow rarely exists in venture capital, Nicole DeTommaso notes
Proprietary deal flow is a VC myth

Nicole DeTommaso argues that proprietary deal flow is largely a myth in venture capital. Most so-called proprietary opportunities, she claims, are simply consensus deals that an investor hears about one introduction before others.

She adds that success often depends on meeting entrepreneurs before they are widely known, with one’s network playing a critical role in accessing these opportunities.

DeTommaso has previously recommended that aspiring venture capitalists join emerging funds with fewer than 10 people to gain broad experience in both platform and investment roles, as noted in advice for smaller VC teams. She has also provided an overview of the 2026 venture capital interview process and outlined networking strategies for industry entrants in recent guidance for aspiring VCs. These topics reflect her ongoing focus on practical career entry points and network development in venture capital.

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