Date: 2026-09-20 Source: Email - “Felicis <> Rye Valley (video editing)” (michael@ryevalley.co INBOX) Connector: Paul Smalera (psmalera@felicis.com), Felicis Ventures team member New contact: Elisa Schreiber (elisa@felicis.com), CMO, Felicis Ventures
Signal
Paul Smalera made a warm intro connecting Michael to Elisa Schreiber, CMO of Felicis Ventures (top-tier VC firm), for potential video editing services. Paul cited fast turnaround and quality on past projects as the basis for the referral.
Michael replied the same day, moving Paul to BCC and pitching Elisa on: JOLT (short-form video, 5.3B views), Megaphone (written content, 157M impressions), plus AEO/GEO/SEO and company brain services.
Business Fact
- Felicis Ventures is a high-profile VC; their CMO is a potential client or referral multiplier for JOLT
- Intro is warm (Paul vouched specifically for turnaround + quality)
- Michael’s reply positioned the full holdco portfolio, not just JOLT
- No deal terms discussed yet; relationship in early warm-intro stage
Next Step
Elisa Schreiber has not replied yet (email sent/received same day). Follow up if no response within 3-5 business days.
Sender: Paul Smalera (psmalera@felicis.com) Recipient: Elisa Schreiber (elisa@felicis.com) + michael@ryevalley.co