Thread by @ChrisLyons

gm! I'm very excited to announce that @a16z crypto is leading a $50M round in @veefriends. We look forward to helping the team fuel expansion plans for its creative, technical and experiential operations that support the growing Web3 community! a16zcrypto.com/investing-in-v…

.@garyvee's commitment to supporting his community members’ personal growth has been evident throughout his career. He’s been at the cutting edge of community and entrepreneurship since the early days of social media and has now unlocked the next chapter through @veefriends.

The evolution of historical characters like Mickey Mouse, Hello Kitty, The Getalong Gang, Snorks, and Wuzzles has inspired @garyvee to bring the next generation of digital IP onto the blockchain, encouraging audiences of all ages trying to make their online aspirations a reality

At the foundation of @veefriends IP are meaningful attributes for humanity - such as tolerance, patience, and authenticity—displayed through simple, hand drawn cartoon characters, which have inspired a community of creatives, entrepreneurs, storytellers, and technologists.

Not only is @veefriends an exciting #NFT project, it also provides offline and in-person utility through curated experiences like @veecon, which brought over 7,000 NFT ticket holders together for a week of informative conversations on web3, live music, and networking.

VeeFriends represents the ethos of entrepreneurship, and we’re humbled by the opportunity to support @garyvee and the @veefriends community on this journey. LFG!

None of the above should be taken as investment advice; please see a16z.com/disclosures for more information.