VC Law: Episode 16: Special Purpose Vehicles with Jeremy Neilson of Assure

Host Gary J. Ross talks with Jeremy Neilson, Founder/CEO of Assure, the Fintech platform pioneer that supported Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and PE/VC funds.  Jeremy discusses the basics of special purpose vehicles (SPVs), such as their structure and common use cases.  Jeremy & Gary also touch on the cost-saving benefits of forming master-series vehicles; fees and expenses involved in forming an SPV; the differences and similarities between SPVs and funds; and the pros & cons of SPVs. Gary concludes the podcast by asking Jeremy about the recent winding down of Assure and what Jeremy is thinking about doing next.