Date: 2026-09-23 Source: Email “Felicis <> Rye Valley (video editing)” continuation (michael@ryevalley.co SENT) Prior capture: Felicis Ventures CMO Intro: Elisa Schreiber via Paul Smalera
Signal
Michael sent a follow-up nudge to Elisa Schreiber (CMO, Felicis Ventures) on Sep 23, 3 days after the original warm intro and pitch (Sep 20). Still no reply from Elisa.
Message: “Hey Elisa, wanted to nudge this. LMK when’s good for a quick chat! Can do 15min if that’s easier”
Michael offered a 15-minute format to lower friction.
Business Fact
- Intro: Sep 20 (Paul Smalera warm intro, Michael pitched full holdco portfolio)
- Follow-up: Sep 23 (day +3, no reply yet)
- Michael offering 15-min call to reduce barrier
- No reply from Elisa; still early; VC CMOs are notoriously busy
Watch
- Elisa’s reply; if no response by Sep 27 (day +7) likely needs one more nudge or soft drop
- Whether Elisa connects Michael to other Felicis portfolio companies