OVERVIEW
Omar Waseem, VP of Marketing at Founders Inc., recognized that time was the most valuable asset in the fast-paced world of venture capital. Founders, Inc. sought a solution that could handle the diverse administrative needs of their marketing team, ensuring reliability, consistency, and adaptability in a high-growth environment.
"In the world of venture capital, time is our most valuable asset. We needed a way to offload our administrative tasks without compromising on quality or reliability,"
Omar Waseem
VP of Marketing at Founders
CHALLENGE
Founders, Inc needed efficient administrative support for their founding team of marketing
Founders, Inc, a prominent venture capital firm investing in emerging tech companies, with their office located in the heart of San Francisco. As the founding team focused on identifying and nurturing the next generation of tech unicorns, they faced a significant hurdle in managing their day-to-day operations.
The biggest challenge wasn't in deal flow or investment strategy—it was the absence of comprehensive administrative support that could keep pace with their dynamic work environment.
The founding marketing team recognized that efficient handling of administrative tasks was crucial for maintaining their focus on core investment activities and strategic decision-making.
Managing these tasks internally wasn't a viable solution for the founders, as it would divert their attention from critical investment and mentorship responsibilities. While temporary staff or part-time help seemed like options, there were concerns about consistency, reliability, and the ability to handle the diverse range of tasks required in a fast-paced VC environment.
It was during their search for a solution that Founders, Inc discovered Founders Arm. After reviewing their approach and track record, the Founders, Inc team knew they had found the right partner to handle their administrative needs.
"In the world of venture capital, time is our most valuable asset. We needed a way to offload our administrative tasks without compromising on quality or reliability," said Omar Waseem for Founders, Inc.
SOLUTION
Founders Arm provided a full time assistant to help Founders, Inc put administrative tasks on autopilot
Thanks to Founders Arm's proficiency in talent acquisition and placement, Founders, Inc was able to rapidly implement a solution to their administrative challenges.
Founders Arm began by helping Founders, Inc onboard a full-time assistant with extensive experience in administrative roles. This assistant possessed a well-rounded skill set, enabling them to quickly adapt to the varied demands of supporting a venture capital firm.
The assistant took charge of a wide range of responsibilities, including operations management, administrative tasks, and social media assistance for the founding team. Their comprehensive approach allowed them to seamlessly integrate into multiple aspects of the firm's daily operations.
What truly impressed the Founders, Inc team was the assistant's ability to anticipate needs and proactively manage tasks across various projects and teams. From coordinating social media presence to managing office purchases, from assisting with podcast production to handling day-to-day administrative duties, the assistant quickly became an indispensable part of the Founders, Inc operation.
"The assistant took charge of a wide range of responsibilities, including operations management, administrative tasks, and social media assistance for the founding team. Their comprehensive approach allowed them to seamlessly integrate into multiple aspects of the firm's daily operations. "
RESULT
The Founders, Inc team has been thrilled with the results since the partnership began:
74% saved in hiring costs per month compared to traditional hiring methods
20+ hours saved every day across the founding team
Comprehensive assistance with multiple projects across all teams (social media, podcasts, office purchases, and more)
Improved operational efficiency, allowing the founding team to focus on investment strategies and portfolio management
Moving forward, Founders, Inc is excited to continue working with Founders Arm to further optimize their operations and maintain their position as a leading venture capital firm in the emerging tech space.
