Investor Survey (2mins)

Hello and welcome! 👋

We are on a mission to advance DEI across venture capital. But we also want to put a stop to the constant surveys. That's why we're launching the Equity Record, the survey to end more surveys.

Diversity VC is building a first-of-its-kind dataset and data coalition so that once you complete this, we promise there will be no more surveys asking for your basic demographic data. We're doing this so we can stop asking who you are and actually focus on developing initiatives to create a more diverse VC and technology ecosystem.

The survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete, all questions are optional. Your input will help us push data-driven change in the VC industry.

Thanks a lot for taking part. It means a lot to have your support.

🔐 Our confidentiality promise. All data is collected and stored securely and compliant with the latest GDPR legislation. Any data analysis will be completed in aggregate, protecting your identity and experiences. You can view our privacy policy here, if you have any questions please email [email protected]

Let's get started...

PART 1: Your work and role

Fist we would like to understand a bit more about where you work and your role.

What VC firm do you work for?

Since when have you been working here?

What's your role?

A

Partner

B

Principal

C

Associate

D

Analyst

E

Intern

F

Non-investment role (platform, admin, investor relations, etc.)

Which of the following best describes your day to day job?

You can select multiple options

Which of the following best describes your day to day job?

Sourcing – finding new startups to invest in and making the initial outreach.

Deal Execution – conducting due diligence on potential investments, analysing markets and financial projections, and negotiating deal terms.

Portfolio Company Support – helping portfolio companies with everything from recruitment growth, finance, engineering and fundraising

Marketing, Networking and Brand-Building – attending events and conferences, publishing content online, and speaking with others in the industry, such as lawyers and bankers who work with startups.

Fundraising and LP Relations – helping the firm raise new funds, reporting to existing Limited Partners (LPs), and finding new investors for future funds.

Internal Operations and Other Tasks – these include fund administrative tasks, internal recruitment, finance and regulatory work

Is this your first role in VC?

A

Yes

B

No

Have you previously founded a VC-funded startup?

A

Yes

B

No

How did you find your current role?

A

Referral from my network

B

Direct application (Fund website, Jobs Board, Linkedin etc.)

C

Through a recruiter

D

Through an internship or apprenticeship

E

I founded/worked for their portfolio company

F

I started or founded the fund I work for

G

None of these apply to me

Part 2: Your background and identity

We’d like to understand more about you and your background as it may impact your experience and access to opportunities.

When were you born?

Where were you born?

A

The United Kingdom

B

A country in Europe

C

A country outside of Europe

D

Prefer not to say

What is your ethnic group?

A

Asian

B

Black

C

Mixed or multiple

D

Hispanic or Latinx

E

Middle Eastern or North African

F

Other ethnic group (for example Jewish or Uyghurs)

G

White

H

Prefer not to say

How would you describe your gender?

A

Woman

B

Man

C

Gender non-conforming

D

Non-binary

E

Transgender woman

F

Transgender man

G

Prefer to self-describe

H

Prefer not to say

How would you describe your sexuality?

A

Asexual

B

Bisexual

C

Gay / Lesbian

D

Heterosexual

E

Queer

F

Other

G

Prefer not to say

Do you live with one or more of the following disabilities or conditions?

Blind or a serious visual impairment not corrected by glasses

Physical impairment or mobility issues

Deaf or significant hearing impairment

Long-standing illness or condition

Other disability, impairment or condition not listed above

None

Prefer not to say

Do you live with one or more of the following neurodivergencies?

Autism spectrum disorder / Aspergers

ADHD

Dyslexia

Dyspraxia

Other impairment or condition not listed above

None

Prefer not to say

What is the highest level of education you achieved?

A

Elementary education

B

Secondary education (GCSEs, A Levels etc)

C

Vocational qualification (technical / community college, apprenticeship etc.)

D

Bachelor’s degree

E

Master’s degree

F

Doctoral degree (e.g. PhD)

G

No qualifications

H

Prefer not to say

Which of the following is true for you?

A

I attended a state-funded secondary/high school

B

I attended a fee paying secondary/high school

C

None of these apply to me

D

Prefer not to say

What is the highest level of education your parent(s) or guardian(s) achieved?

A

At least one parent/guardian had higher education (e.g. university)

B

Qualifications below degree level (e.g. technical college)

C

No education beyond secondary school

D

Don’t know

E

Not applicable

F

Prefer not to say

Part 3: Your experience working in VC

We would like to hear about your experience working in the VC industry. Remember all data is confidential and we will NEVER share your individual answers with your employer, colleagues, or anyone else. All data will be anonymized and aggregated.

INSTRUCTIONS: Just pick how you feel about the statements below.

I have an influence on how investment decisions are made in my company.

I've always been given the same amount of opportunities as colleagues with similar skills & experiences.

My fund is contributing towards creating a more representative and equitable technology ecosystem in the UK.

I feel respected and understood in my company.

Everyone is asked to do their fair share of “office housework”.

"Office housework" is usually admin tasks like writing down notes, booking a meeting room, celebrating someone's birthday etc.

Has your fund ever given you a directive as part of a DEI strategy?

A directive in this context is an official instruction by senior management to pursue a task related to DEI

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Part 4: Contact details

We would like to ask for your contact details.

We will use your details for things such as sharing our reports, invitations to events or emailing to enable you to update your information should you wish to. We will NEVER share your answers linked with this information with anyone.

What's your LinkedIn profile?

We would like to enrich our data with some of the public information available on your LinkedIn profile, such as your location, past employers and tenure in VC. By submitting your LinkedIn page, you consent to us including this information in our dataset. All data analysis will be done in aggregate, protecting your identity.

B

No, thank you

And that's it!

Thank you again for taking part. We hope to publish the Equity Record UK report in Summer 2023.

Ladi, David, and the Diversity VC team