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Sarah Drinkwater

Sarah Drinkwater is a solo GP at VC firm Common Magic, investing in products with community at their core

Why hackathons are so back
Opinion
September 2, 2025
Why hackathons are so back
They’re fun, they’re fast and now, they’re for everyone
Sarah Drinkwater
What can founders learn from Patagonia’s “exit to purpose”?
Opinion
September 20, 2022
What can founders learn from Patagonia’s “exit to purpose”?
The classic IPO or acquisition is not the only exit route available to founders
Sarah Drinkwater
How I got my role as a non-executive director in tech
Opinion
November 11, 2021
How I got my role as a non-executive director in tech
More startups are hiring independent and non-executive board members. It’s a compelling opportunity for operators
Sarah Drinkwater
Investment theses aren’t just for VCs. Angels need them too
Opinion
October 21, 2021
Investment theses aren’t just for VCs. Angels need them too
Having a focus can help you stay efficient and become a better angel investor
Sarah Drinkwater
Europe needs an angel investing revolution
Opinion
September 1, 2020
Europe needs an angel investing revolution
It's time for some new angel investors to join the party — but where should we be looking for them?
Sarah Drinkwater
We don’t need another WeWork
Opinion
December 13, 2019
We don’t need another WeWork
It's time for more alternatives to venture capital cash, argues Omidyar Network's Sarah Drinkwater — and for more startups focused on making positive contributions to the world.
Sarah Drinkwater