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Excited to share that Michael Stucky, Partner at Serpentine Ventures, recently featured in an insightful podcast episode with IMD. In this episode, titled "From Crisis to Growth: Navigating Portfolio Triage in Venture Capital", Michael explores the critical role of portfolio triage in venture capital - a skill that is as much about survival as it is about growth. In the ever-shifting landscape of startups, VCs often face the tough decisions of which companies to support and which to let go. Michael discusses how these decisions are more than just numbers; they involve managing expectations, balancing resources, and sometimes delivering difficult news to passionate founders. You can listen to the full episode here: - IMD: https://lnkd.in/dWNCCshM - Spotify: https://lnkd.in/du4TwYnU - Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ddsDQ4FC Additionally, don't miss the opportunity to learn more about Venture Asset Management at the upcoming IMD program on September 19-20 in Lausanne. This program is tailored for professional investors looking to deepen their understanding of managing venture investments. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eSjeXpER Mike Baur, Craig Cooper Oliver Walzer Michael Stucky, .Raphael G., IMD #SerpentineVentures #IMD #VentureAssetManagement #VentureCapital

Insights on Venture Capital and High-Growth Opportunities From Mumbai to the University of Maryland and the dot-com era at Oracle, my recent chat with Udit Naik was packed with insights. Udit discussed the crucial role of realistic projections in venture capital, the importance of avoiding overly ambitious exit strategies, and focusing on technologies that tackle real problems without regulatory hurdles. He also emphasized the value of angel investment groups in democratizing investment decisions. These takeaways are invaluable for anyone involved in high-growth opportunities and venture capital. https://lnkd.in/e3YWCUj3 Capitalist Culture #Podcast #podcasting #capitalistculture

🚀 Introducing VC Library (vclibrary.com) - Your Go-To Destination for Venture Capital News and Industry Insights! 🚀 I'm thrilled to announce the launch of VC Library, a project born from my personal pursuit of curated, high-quality industry resources. Venture capital is all about staying ahead of the curve, but with the vast amount of information out there, it can be overwhelming to pinpoint the best sources. That's where VC Library comes in. VC Library serves as your ultimate resource hub, offering curated podcasts, blogs, news, and newsletters across trending industries such as fintech, healthtech, cleantech, AI, and more. I founded VC Library to streamline access to vital resources for founders, investors, and industry enthusiasts. Our intuitive interface provides easy access to hand-selected resources to ensure you're always in the know about the latest trends and developments. Whether you're a seasoned investor seeking a competitive edge or a budding entrepreneur eager to delve deep into a specific vertical, I invite you to explore VC Library and share it with those who could benefit. Together, let’s revolutionize the way we access information! vclibrary.com #VCLibrary #VentureCapital #Investors #Startup #Founders #Resources #Podcasts #News #Blogs #Newsletters

Next up on Embracing Erosion? Alex Pattis, the General Partner of Riverside Ventures and founding team member of Hampton. Alex is also the co-founder of Last Money In Media, a leading VC newsletter that delves into Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) within the Venture Capital ecosystem. Alex has become a leading voice advocating for the SPV investment format versus the traditional VC fund model. So it won’t surprise you got super deep and into the weeds on all things investing, but we touched on plenty of other topics such as: 🚀 How to scale a company from concept to 9-figure exit 🔄 How to break away from the traditional consulting model and apply product approaches ⏩ Why it’s important to iterate quickly and often with messaging 💸📈What signals are important to pay attention to when investing in startups Give it a listen 👉 https://lnkd.in/gEKv5ghE The Compete Network

Ever wondered how 'fund of funds' fit into the venture capital ecosystem? 💰 In our latest episode of First Cheque, co-hosts Cheryl Mack from Aussie Angels and Maxine Minter from Co Ventures in a riveting discussion that demystifies this early-stage investment strategy. 🚀 Discover why even the most seasoned investors are paying close attention to the growth and sophistication of venture funds. 🌱 From understanding the intricate relationship between management companies and standalone investing funds, to exploring the motivations of limited partners, this episode is packed with insights about how the best investors in the world think about scale. 📊 Tune in to learn more about the top-performing investors and funds, and how their success relies on outliers. ⭐ Subscribe to First Cheque wherever you listen to podcasts. 🎧 Thanks to our sponsors for helping to make this episode of First Cheque possible. Scendar: Scendar is the OG startup accounting firm in Australia. Free 1-hour consultation about your Business' growth plans and finance needs. https://dayone.fm/scendar Turo: Turo is the world's largest carsharing marketplace and it's the perfect app for travel. Download the Turo app and book cars from $38/day Download the Turo app and book cars from $38/day. https://dayone.fm/turo

Great time on the Embracing Erosion podcast w/Devon O'Rourke! We talked about: 🚀 How to scale a company from concept to 9-figure exit 🔄 How to break away from the traditional consulting model and apply product approaches ⏩ Why it’s important to iterate quickly and often with messaging 💸📈What signals are important to pay attention to when investing in startups and much more!

💼💡 Ready to unlock the secrets of venture capital? 💼💡 Listen to fractional CFO Adam Guess on the Gross Profit Podcast 🎙 as he demystifies the distinctions between family offices and 💰venture funds, offering a deep dive into the dynamics that steer investment 📈 choices. Family offices, he unveils, represent affluent clans seeking to expand their investment horizons beyond traditional assets like stocks and bonds. With a penchant for embracing risk, these families are open to allocating a fraction of their wealth 🚀 to potentially lucrative ventures, making them prime targets for startups seeking funding. In contrast, venture capital firms emerge as robust entities, pooling resources from diverse investors to nurture startups 🎯 in exchange for equity stakes. Adam unveils a wealth of insights into the funding landscape, providing invaluable guidance on navigating the complexities of securing investments 🤝 for innovative endeavors. 🌟🚀🎯🔍🤝💡 🔗 Link to the full episode here: https://hubs.la/Q02BPjcp0

In 2015, this guy used his last $50 to start a podcast. Last month, he raised a $400M VC Fund. I spent 11 hours analyzing his content playbook. The result is a 23-minute breakdown: If you haven’t heard of him, here’s a quick overview: Harry Stebbings is the founder of 20VC. When he was 19, he wanted to enter the venture capital world. So he started the ‘20VC podcast’ from his bedroom. He planned to build relationships by interviewing investors and founders on his podcast. He had: • 0 industry experience • 0 connections • 0 credibility He spent the next 10 years interviewing 1000s of people, curating short, 20-minute episodes, and posting them online. Over time, his content started building trust beyond the conversations he was having 1on1. More and more founders and venture capitalists started reaching out to him. Then, in 2020, Harry raised his first $8.3M fund on the back of the media leverage he’d built. Fast forward to October 2024, he raised one of the biggest venture funds in European history at $400M - Harry is 28. Today, he has a 13-person media team that generates over 15 million monthly views for Harry and his brand. Content is the lifeblood of his business case. He even says 20VC is at “the intersection of media & venture capital”. I spent 11 hours breaking down his playbook and turned it into a 23-minute video where I cover: • the “Harry Stebbings Media Playbook” • the “Attention Flywheel” that yields 15M monthly views • how his 23-person media team helps his portfolio companies Check out the full breakdown here: https://lnkd.in/d-U_GjZ8

📈 Early-stage founders often seek advice on how to fundraise from venture capital. Here are 3 valuable resources I recommend: 📖 Read "Secrets of Sand Hill Road" by Scott Kupor Scott Kupor, Managing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, offers a clear and accessible explanation of how venture capitalists make investment decisions and how entrepreneurs should approach venture financing. Understanding investor perspectives is crucial for both your fundraising strategy and your peace of mind. 🎧 Listen to "How to Sell Like Steve Jobs," Episode #350 of David Senra's Founders Podcast This episode is a powerful reminder of effective selling techniques. It's essential for anyone looking to attract investors, employees, prospects, or board members. Learning from Steve Jobs' ability to clearly articulate outcomes can be a game-changer for securing significant investments. 💰 Follow Jonathan Crowder, Partner at Intelis and a Founding Fiat Advisor Jonathan Crowder is a must follow for impactful daily content on fundraising and GTM strategy. His insights and advice can make a significant difference in raising seed funding and developing a successful go-to-market strategy.

In the latest episode of the Innovators' Exchange podcast, my colleague Hiten Patel speaks with Rana Yared, general partner at Balderton Capital, about the evolution of the venture capital industry. They touch on the latest trends in venture capital, the common misconceptions around it, as well as the investment opportunities it presents in Europe. Learn more here -> https://owy.mn/49yLDdC   #Investment #VentureCapital