200 Rejections to a Billion-Dollar Exit: Larry Cheng on Resilience and Growth

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In this episode of Finding Peak, Ryan Hanley sits down with Larry
Cheng, founder of Volition Capital, for a masterclass in
resilience, fundraising, and brand building. Larry shares the
unfiltered story of how he overcame 200 rejections to raise his
first fund, the philosophy that drives his success, and why he
believes a founder's personal brand is more critical than ever.


This is a no-BS conversation packed with actionable insights for
entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone looking to level up their
game.


Connect with Larry Cheng


Volition Capital: https://www.volitioncapital.com

Larry Cheng on X: https://twitter.com/larryvc

Larry Cheng on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrycheng/



Key Topics Discussed:


The Power of Resilience: Larry shares the story of facing 200
rejections before securing the first investment for Volition
Capital and the mindset that kept him going.

Fundraising Philosophy: Learn Larry's core principle: "Don't
take no's personally. Don't take yeses for granted."

Venture Capital vs. Growth Equity: A clear breakdown of the
different stages of private equity and what it means for
founders.

The Chewy Story: The inside story of how Volition Capital's
investment in Chewy became a multi-billion dollar success.

The Founder's Brand: Why Larry believes a founder's personal
brand and community engagement are non-negotiable in today's
market.

Authenticity in Leadership: How to be an external and
authentic leader, even if you're an introvert.



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