Understanding VC

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Chanchal Bhoorani from WestBridge Capital delves into the burgeoning US-India SaaS corridor. The discussion covers the advantages of developing software in India, early go-to-market strategies for startups, and how Indian SaaS companies can effectively compete in the US market. Chanchal addresses the sustainability of India's c

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Oded Hermoni, Managing Partner of J-Ventures Fund provides insights into their unique VC model. Throughout the episode, Oded discusses J-Ventures' distinctive approach to onboarding LPs, managing the community of LPs, and their value-based investing strategy. He emphasizes the importance of community-led investment model and di

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast with Will Klippgen, the discussion delves into the intricacies of founder conflicts and their impact on startups. Will, an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, draws from his extensive experience to shed light on the dynamics within founding teams. Key takeaways include insights on the relationship dynamics within founding teams

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Sam Hall, an entrepreneur, venture builder, and investor, shares insights on venture studio and their impact on startup success. Sam delves into the origins of venture studios and their differentiation from accelerators. He discusses the potential for higher startup success rates with venture studios and explores the importance

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast featuring Denis Kalinin, the discussion delves into Optical Computing. Denis covers various aspects, including the potential of optical processors compared to current technology, the distinct features of photonic computing, challenges faced in silicon photonics, and the strategic focus of companies like Lumi in optical processin

In the latest episode of the Understanding VC podcast, Rahul Samat, Partner & India Head at Entrepreneur First discussing the essential traits Talent Investors seek and shares insights on identifying the right founders. Rahul discusses pivotal qualities of a great founder, exploring the impact of ambition, bias for action, the familial role in entrepreneurship and how Entrepreneur

In the latest episode of Understanding VC, Mehak Khanna, a seasoned corporate lawyer with extensive experience, delves into critical aspects of the startup ecosystem. She explores topics ranging from startup convertible notes and challenges in Indian startup regulations to foreign fundraising issues and the impact of FinTech regulatory changes. Mehak also discusses the overview of

In the latest episode of Understanding VC, Hussein Kanji, Partner at Hoxton Ventures, shares invaluable insights on building an enduring VC firm. From navigating the challenges of transitioning from a boutique to an enduring institution to the nuances of partnership culture, Hussein delves into critical aspects of firm evolution. The discussion covers the delicate balance between p

In this episode of the Understanding VC podcast, I engage in an enlightening conversation with Maryanna Saenko, the Co-founder and Partner at Future Ventures, about the voluntary carbon markets. We examine the importance and potential of voluntary carbon markets, differentiating it from the compliance market. On top of that, we deep dive into the benefits and challenges linked to n

In the latest episode of Understanding VC, we explore the intricacies of Indian agriculture with Mark Kahn. We uncover historical insights and contemporary challenges, delving into the impact of COVID and unique opportunities for tech investment. Kahn highlights life sciences' role in addressing dietary shifts and protein consumption trends, discussing structural diet changes and t