But now Hamilton, like so many other venture capitalists, is grappling with the new challenges presented by the coronavirus pandemic. Venture capital is more 'resilient than many may think'While many businesses and startups have been hit hard by the pandemic, the venture capital industry has had more mixed results, she said. "It's more resilient than many may think," Hamilton said. According to data by PitchBook and the National Venture Capital Association, 62 venture capital funds raised a total of $21 billion in the United States during the first quarter of 2020. "I think this is a great time to start a company, or to start something to be a solution to people," Hamilton said.