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The venture firm was launched in 2009, during a time deemed the depths of the stock market crash following the 2008 financial crisis. The first Limited Partners (LP) meeting in 2010 marked a significant milestone, with reports of early struggles faced, from folding shares in a small office to establishing a legitimate operation with steadfast LPs who believed in their vision. Their initial funding raised in 2009 was particularly notable, as only two venture capital funds were established that year, which included an esteemed counterpart known for its legendary status in the venture capital community.