Embracing
Embracing
Embracing
emergence
emergence
emergence
Formation for Emerging Managers and Limited Partners. Essays, programs, and community at the intersection of contemplative practice and Venture Capital.
Featured Stories
Feb 9, 2026
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by Benedikt Langer
Long Live Peer-To-Peer
Jul 16, 2025
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by Benedikt Langer
Why The Virtue Of Play Will Fundraise More $ Than Your Pitch Deck
Mar 31, 2025
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by Benedikt Langer
Sitting With Lilies: The Importance of Repetition for GPs and LPs
Mar 3, 2025
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by Benedikt Langer
What LPs Look For On The First Call (with actual answers from LPs)
Jan 13, 2025
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by Benedikt Langer
Freeing Being An LP From The Burden of Science
Sep 16, 2024
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by Benedikt Langer
Monks and Managers: To The People Of The Desert
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Testimonials
"Benedikt has been a thoughtful sounding board, an insightful source of knowledge, and generous with his time since the early days of Supercruise. He's also been kind enough to make connections with LPs and other GPs where relevant. Embracing Emergence is a must read for all emerging managers and LPs interested in emerging managers."
Morgan Livermore
GP @ Supercruise (ex Quiet Capital & Accel)
"I’ve been a fan of Benedikt’s longer than I’ve actually known him myself. I’m a big believer in a rising tide raises all ships, and Embracing Emergence is just that. It elucidtaes private converstations LPs are having and opens them up for broader knowledge acquisition and discussion. Benedikt is also an n-of-1 writer, and for the lost, first-time reader, I’d recommend starting from ‘Monks and Managers’ and the ‘Differentiation for GPs Nobody Talks About’."
David Zhou
LP & Host @Superclusters
"When Benedikt calls or sends over an opportunity we always take a deep look. We know that his introductions come with thorough and thoughtful analysis. The industry needs more people like Benedikt, people that are true to their word and are continually advocating for the next generation of top tier talent."
Nico Mizrahi
LP @Pattern Ventures (FoF)
"I have been part of Benedikt’s LP community since its early days and found it invaluable in expanding my perspectives as an LP, particularly in ways that align with Screendoor’s mission of supporting Emerging Managers and helping allocators navigate this ecosystem. I’ve had insightful discussions with fellow allocators on asset allocation, investment strategy, venture funds, and I have also been a guest on hi thoughtful newsletter, which dives deep into critical topics on all things Venture Capital."
Jamie Rhode
LP @Screendoor (FoF)
"Benedikt was one of the first to see my fund pitch deck and gave sharp, practical feedback. He helped me find and tell my own authentic story - something I had initially underestimated the importance of, but proved essential for connecting with LPs."
Mark Scianna
GP @Forward Deployed (ex Palantir)
"Benedikt was my first call when I decided I wanted to go start a fund. He helped me refine my narrative and emphasized the importance of having the right story with LPs and gave amazing feedback as I nailed down my pitch. He also made some great intros to emerging manager friendly LPs, they were some of my best calls."
Michelle Volz
GP @Pax (former a16z)
Testimonials
"Benedikt has been a thoughtful sounding board, an insightful source of knowledge, and generous with his time since the early days of Supercruise. He's also been kind enough to make connections with LPs and other GPs where relevant. Embracing Emergence is a must read for all emerging managers and LPs interested in emerging managers."
Morgan Livermore
GP @ Supercruise (ex Quiet Capital & Accel)
"I’ve been a fan of Benedikt’s longer than I’ve actually known him myself. I’m a big believer in a rising tide raises all ships, and Embracing Emergence is just that. It elucidtaes private converstations LPs are having and opens them up for broader knowledge acquisition and discussion. Benedikt is also an n-of-1 writer, and for the lost, first-time reader, I’d recommend starting from ‘Monks and Managers’ and the ‘Differentiation for GPs Nobody Talks About’."
David Zhou
LP & Host @Superclusters
"When Benedikt calls or sends over an opportunity we always take a deep look. We know that his introductions come with thorough and thoughtful analysis. The industry needs more people like Benedikt, people that are true to their word and are continually advocating for the next generation of top tier talent."
Nico Mizrahi
LP @Pattern Ventures (FoF)
"I have been part of Benedikt’s LP community since its early days and found it invaluable in expanding my perspectives as an LP, particularly in ways that align with Screendoor’s mission of supporting Emerging Managers and helping allocators navigate this ecosystem. I’ve had insightful discussions with fellow allocators on asset allocation, investment strategy, venture funds, and I have also been a guest on hi thoughtful newsletter, which dives deep into critical topics on all things Venture Capital."
Jamie Rhode
LP @Screendoor (FoF)
"Benedikt was one of the first to see my fund pitch deck and gave sharp, practical feedback. He helped me find and tell my own authentic story - something I had initially underestimated the importance of, but proved essential for connecting with LPs."
Mark Scianna
GP @Forward Deployed (ex Palantir)
"Benedikt was my first call when I decided I wanted to go start a fund. He helped me refine my narrative and emphasized the importance of having the right story with LPs and gave amazing feedback as I nailed down my pitch. He also made some great intros to emerging manager friendly LPs, they were some of my best calls."
Michelle Volz
GP @Pax (former a16z)
Testimonials
"Benedikt has been a thoughtful sounding board, an insightful source of knowledge, and generous with his time since the early days of Supercruise. He's also been kind enough to make connections with LPs and other GPs where relevant. Embracing Emergence is a must read for all emerging managers and LPs interested in emerging managers."
Morgan Livermore
GP @ Supercruise (ex Quiet Capital & Accel)
"I’ve been a fan of Benedikt’s longer than I’ve actually known him myself. I’m a big believer in a rising tide raises all ships, and Embracing Emergence is just that. It elucidtaes private converstations LPs are having and opens them up for broader knowledge acquisition and discussion. Benedikt is also an n-of-1 writer, and for the lost, first-time reader, I’d recommend starting from ‘Monks and Managers’ and the ‘Differentiation for GPs Nobody Talks About’."
David Zhou
LP & Host @Superclusters
"When Benedikt calls or sends over an opportunity we always take a deep look. We know that his introductions come with thorough and thoughtful analysis. The industry needs more people like Benedikt, people that are true to their word and are continually advocating for the next generation of top tier talent."
Nico Mizrahi
LP @Pattern Ventures (FoF)
"I have been part of Benedikt’s LP community since its early days and found it invaluable in expanding my perspectives as an LP, particularly in ways that align with Screendoor’s mission of supporting Emerging Managers and helping allocators navigate this ecosystem. I’ve had insightful discussions with fellow allocators on asset allocation, investment strategy, venture funds, and I have also been a guest on hi thoughtful newsletter, which dives deep into critical topics on all things Venture Capital."
Jamie Rhode
LP @Screendoor (FoF)
"Benedikt was one of the first to see my fund pitch deck and gave sharp, practical feedback. He helped me find and tell my own authentic story - something I had initially underestimated the importance of, but proved essential for connecting with LPs."
Mark Scianna
GP @Forward Deployed (ex Palantir)
"Benedikt was my first call when I decided I wanted to go start a fund. He helped me refine my narrative and emphasized the importance of having the right story with LPs and gave amazing feedback as I nailed down my pitch. He also made some great intros to emerging manager friendly LPs, they were some of my best calls."
Michelle Volz
GP @Pax (former a16z)
Featured Interviews
Sep 5, 2025
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Alpha Isn’t In The Crowds: An Early Look at The Rise of Niche VC
Aug 25, 2025
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Better, Not Different - Matt Curtolo On What LPs Are Looking For
Aug 15, 2025
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How Mark Scianna Raised His Fund II In a Matter of Weeks
Sep 5, 2025
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Alpha Isn’t In The Crowds: An Early Look at The Rise of Niche VC
Aug 25, 2025
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Better, Not Different - Matt Curtolo On What LPs Are Looking For
Aug 15, 2025
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How Mark Scianna Raised His Fund II In a Matter of Weeks
May 28, 2025
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