What is another word for the VC?
Pronunciation: [ðə vˌiːsˈiː] (IPA) 
"The VC" is a commonly used abbreviation that refers to venture capitalists - the individuals and firms who invest in startups and high-growth businesses. However, there are many synonyms and alternative phrases that can be used to refer to this type of investor. Some examples include angel investors, seed investors, funders, backers, and financiers. Other terms that may be used more specifically include investment bankers, private equity investors, and corporate venture capitalists. Choosing the right synonym or alternate phrase may depend on the context of the discussion, the speaker's preference, or the specific subset of the VC community being referenced.
