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Ignite VC: Navigating the Future of Deep Tech and Smart Cities with Mitchell Kominsky | #107 46:12

19h ago46:12

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Mitchell Kominsky, founder and general partner at Futureland Ventures. Mitchell shares his journey from working in government as a congressional investigator on national security and cybersecurity issues to founding his venture capital firm. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on tra…

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Part 2: Exploring the craft of fund sizing and modelling, with Daniel Keiper-Knorr 20:33

5d ago20:33

20:33

How do investors strike the delicate balance between fund size, investment strategy, and portfolio construction to maximize returns? In today's markets, that's a tricky question. VCs need to keep one eye on waning IPO activity and intensifying competition while also grappling with unpredictable market dynamics. One firm that has done this successfu…

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Pacing Growth and Maintaining Discipline with Wellington Management’s Shanna O’Reilly 40:54

17d ago40:54

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Welcome back to Private Market Talks! In this episode, we are joined by Shanna O’Reilly, co-head of Private Investments at Wellington Management, one of the world’s largest investment managers. Shanna helped drive the growth of Wellington’s Private Investment platform to where it now manages over $8.5 billion of AUM. During our conversation, we dis…

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S7E6: Gavin Smith, ACT Snake Removals 40:38

25d ago40:38

40:38

For this extended-length season finale, Henry chats with Gavin Smith of ACT Snake Removals. Conversations range from the Canberra Snake Tracking Project to Gavin's reflections on the perception of snakes and importance of wildlife and ecology in the present day.Av Henry Xu

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Ignite Startups: How TeamOut is Transforming Corporate Retreats with Thomas Mazimann | #106 51:33

10d ago51:33

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell sits down with Thomas Mazimann, co-founder and CEO of TeamOut, a YC company from the Winter 2022 batch. The conversation delves into Thomas’ fascinating journey from being a professional whitewater kayaker to transitioning into entrepreneurship. Thomas shares how his rebellious nature as a chil…

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Ignite Startups: Leveraging Direct Mail and AI to Build a Global Company with Kris Rudeegraap| Ep105 39:05

13d ago39:05

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In this episode of the podcast, Brian Bell sits down with Kris Rudeegraap, co-founder and co-CEO of Sendoso, a corporate gifting and direct mail platform that helps businesses enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth. Kris shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his college days when he founded All Student Rentals, a platform …

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Ignite Startups: Elio Narciso on Automating Sales with AI at ScaleStack | Ep104 50:23

16d ago50:23

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Elio Narciso, founder and CEO of ScaleStack, a portfolio company of Team Ignite. The conversation kicks off with excitement as ScaleStack has just secured an investment from Brian's fund. Elio shares his journey from Italy to the United States, beginning his career in management consulting,…

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Ignite Startups: Founder's Guide to Growth and Scaling Startups with Andrew Bartlow | Ep103 42:58

19d ago42:58

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In this episode of The Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Andrew Bartlow, an expert in human capital management, private equity, and a seasoned educator and mentor. Andrew shares insights from his extensive career, which started in HR roles at major corporations like Pepsi and General Electric. He dives into his experience during the dot-com …

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Exploring the craft of fund sizing and modelling, with Daniel Keiper-Knorr 20:48

20d ago20:48

20:48

How do investors strike the delicate balance between fund size, investment strategy, and portfolio construction to maximize returns? In today's markets, that's a tricky question. VCs need to keep one eye on waning IPO activity and intensifying competition while also grappling with unpredictable market dynamics. One firm that has done this successfu…

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Ignite VC: The Intersection of Tech, Biology, and Mental Health with Matias Serebrinsky | Ep102 57:34

24d ago57:34

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Matias Serebrinsky, co-founder of PsyMed Ventures and the Business Trip Podcast, with a deep background in startup investment and mental health tech. Matias shares his journey from Argentina to San Francisco, explaining how what was intended as a temporary move turned into a life-alt…

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Ignite Startups: Building the Future of Creator Data with Jason Burchard of Rootnote | Ep101 44:24

25d ago44:24

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell speaks with Jason Burchard, co-founder and CEO of Rootnote, a company at the intersection of business analytics, sports, media, and entertainment. Rootnote is creating a platform that merges aspects of Canva and Tableau to empower digital content creators and creative teams. Jason shares the st…

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Ignite VC: How to Choose the Right Funding Path for Your Startup with Stephanie Rieben | Ep100 44:36

28d ago44:36

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In this milestone episode of The Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell sits down with Stephanie Rieben, Co-Founder & CEO of Diadem Capital, to discuss her journey from Wall Street to the venture capital space. Stephanie reflects on her early career in banking, including stints at major institutions like Goldman Sachs and Citibank, and how her transition …

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S7E5: Tommy Balogh, Visual Artist 33:33

1M ago33:33

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This episode, Henry chats with visual artist Tommy Balogh. Conversations range from Tommy's art-related adventures, both in Canberra and around the world, as well as his current and future projects in the profession.Av Henry Xu

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Ignite VC: Matt Gittleman on Balancing Risk and Reward in Venture Capital | Ep99 1:07:25

1M ago1:07:25

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a dynamic conversation with Matt Gittleman, a venture capitalist based in Washington, D.C. (a VC in DC). The discussion opens with Matt’s journey into venture capital, beginning with his current role at a family office where he manages an evergreen micro-VC, deploying small checks in…

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Ignite AI: Machine Learning Week Founder Eric Siegel on AI’s Limitations and Potential | Ep98 54:48

1M ago54:48

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Eric Siegel, a renowned expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Siegel, who has been involved in the field for over 30 years, shares insights from his extensive career, which spans from academia to consulting. He discusses the evolution of AI, highlighting his experiences …

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S7E4: Sophie Edwards, Musician 26:43

1M ago26:43

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This episode, Henry chats with musician Sophie Edwards. Conversations range from Sophie's musical journey and She's On The Bill to reflections on the Canberra music scene and its future.Av Henry Xu

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Ignite Startups: Why Leasing E-Bikes is the Future of Urban Transportation with Ryan Fishel | Ep97 47:45

2M ago47:45

47:45

In this episode of The Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ryan Fishel, the founder and CEO of Sweet Spot Bike Leasing, a fintech company aiming to revolutionize the micromobility leasing space. Ryan shares the origins of his startup, inspired by his family’s background in the car leasing business and his personal passion for cycling. Sweet …

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S7E3: John Delmenico, The Chaser 33:30

2M ago33:30

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This episode, Henry chats with John Delmenico- Head Writer and Editor of The Chaser. Conversations range from John's experiences being part of The Chaser institution, his thoughts on the founding "Chaser Boys", as well as reflections on the role of political satire in the modern day.Av Henry Xu

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Ignite Startups: Harnessing Video Content for Local Business Discovery with Michael Ebel | Ep96 39:38

2M ago39:38

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Michael Ebel, the CEO and founder of Atmosfy, a platform designed to revolutionize how people discover dining, nightlife, and travel experiences through video content. Michael shares his journey from his early career in the U.S. Air Force to founding Atmosfy, highlighting the significant …

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Ignite VC: Google, Startups, and the Art of Venture Capital with Manish Patel of Nava Ventures| Ep95 1:04:22

2M ago1:04:22

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Manish Patel, a venture investor at Nava Ventures and a former Google product manager, to discuss his journey in venture capital and technology. The conversation delves into Manish's accidental entry into venture capital, where he reflects on the changing aspirations of young professionals …

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From crisis to growth: Navigating portfolio triage in venture capital with Michael Stucky 13:10

2M ago13:10

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In the high-stakes context of venture capital, portfolio triage isn't just a strategy – it's a survival skill. As markets shift and startups struggle, VCs face the brutal task of deciding which companies to save and which to let go. But it's not just about cold, hard numbers. It's a delicate dance of managing expectations, balancing resources, and …

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S7E2: Chloe Hosking, Olympic Cyclist 22:52

2M ago22:52

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This episode, Henry chats with Olympic cyclist and Commonwealth gold medalist, Chloe Hosking. Recorded at Stromlo Forest Park, conversations range from Chloe's experiences cycling around the world, to her reflections on a post-professional sporting career.Av Henry Xu

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Ignite Startups: Building a Profitable AI-Driven Ad Platform with Miguel Guerrero of Otis AI | Ep94 42:06

2M ago42:06

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Miguel Guerrero, the co-founder and CEO of Otis AI, a platform designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses with AI-driven advertising solutions. Miguel shares his journey from creating one of the world's largest Minecraft servers as a teenager to founding and leading Otis A…

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Ignite Startups: How Evil Genius Games is Revolutionizing Tabletop RPGs with Dave Scott | Ep93 42:09

2M ago42:09

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Dave Scott, a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing executive with over two decades of experience. Dave, currently the CEO of Evil Genius Games, shares insights from his diverse career, which includes leadership roles at major corporations like Amazon Web Services, Oracle, and Twitter, as well a…

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Ignite Startups: Revolutionizing Debt Collection with AI with Sean O’Brien of CollectWise | Ep92 33:17

2M ago33:17

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Sean O’Brien, the founder and CEO of CollectWise, an innovative company that utilizes large language models (LLMs) to automate debt collection. Sean shares his journey from running a digital agency to founding CollectWise after experiencing the challenges of debt collection firsthand thro…

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S7E1: Glynda Bluhm, Alpaca Magic 31:48

2M ago31:48

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In the season premiere, Henry chats with the proprietor of Alpaca Magic- Glynda Bluhm. Recorded on the farmstead, conversations range from Glynda's beginnings with alpacas and llamas, to her experiences with these fluffy animals over the last 25 years.Av Henry Xu

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Ignite VC: How Caroline Winnett Transformed UC Berkeley’s Startup Accelerator | Ep91 49:59

2M ago49:59

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a lively and insightful conversation with Caroline Winnett, the Executive Director of Berkeley Skydeck, UC Berkeley's flagship startup accelerator. The discussion begins with Caroline sharing her unique career journey, starting from her early days as a professional concert violinist …

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Ignite Startups: How Crema is Revolutionizing Freelance Payments with Christian Jacobsen | Ep90 46:46

2M ago46:46

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Christian Jacobsen, the co-founder and CEO of Crema, an all-in-one software platform designed for freelancers to manage payments, collections, and financial products. Christian shares his journey from Norway to the University of San Francisco, where he was inspired by entrepreneurial…

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Ignite Startups: Transforming the Future of Allergy Treatment with Aakash Shah of Wyndly | Ep89 48:38

2M ago48:38

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Aakash Shah, the founder and CEO of Wyndly, a Y Combinator (YC) 2021 startup specializing in lifelong allergy treatment through exposure therapy. Aakash introduces Wyndly, explaining its mission to fix allergies permanently by building tolerance to allergens such as pollen, cats, and d…

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Ignite Startups: Revolutionizing Front-End Development with Royal Jain of CodeParrot | Ep88 43:59

2M ago43:59

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Royal Jain, co-founder and CEO of CodeParrot, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Royal shares his journey from being a computer science student at IIT Bombay to founding CodeParrot. His career path includes various internships and jobs in Japan and at Xerox Research, where he realized …

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Ignite Talent: Navigating Offshore Talent for Early-Stage Startups with Roger Einstoss | Ep87 37:18

3M ago37:18

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Roger Einstoss, the founder and CEO of Brainly. Roger shares his journey from growing up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to founding Brainly, a company dedicated to connecting Latin American talent with American businesses. He emphasizes the advantages of working with Latin American teams,…

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The 'Trust Factor' in building strong GP-LP relationships, with Harshul Sanghi 13:54

3M ago13:54

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In this new episode of Capital Conversations, Harshul Sanghi outlines the critical factors that underpin successful GP-LP relationships in venture capital, and the value of trust. Harshul Sanghi is a Co-Founding Partner at WillowTree Investments. During his tenure as head of the $1.3 billion venture capital division at American Express that he foun…

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Ignite Leadership: Enhancing Leadership Skills in the Startup World with Kenneth Berger | Ep86 39:45

3M ago39:45

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Kenneth Berger, a 20-year veteran in the tech industry, first Product Manager at Slack, and current executive coach. Kenneth shares his journey from the highs of startup success to the lows of being fired by a co-founder. This range of experiences led him to a pivotal moment of self-…

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Ignite VC: Navigating Market Cycles and Liquidity Strategies in Venture Capital with Ken Sawyer | Ep85 56:32

3M ago56:32

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Ken Sawyer, the founder and managing director of Saints Capital, to discuss the intricacies and opportunities within the world of venture capital and secondary investments. Ken provides a brief overview of his extensive experience in the venture capital sector, sharing his unique persp…

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Ignite Startups: Creating Impactful AI Healthcare Solutions with Susan Conover of Piction Health | Ep84 38:41

3M ago38:41

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Susan Conover, the co-founder and CEO of Piction Health, an AI-powered virtual dermatology practice. Susan shares her journey from being a mechanical engineer to a healthcare entrepreneur driven by her personal battle with melanoma. Piction Health aims to provide accessible and effic…

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Ignite Startups: Unlocking Low-Interest Loans With Ashutosh Purohit of Yenmo | Ep83 40:45

3M ago40:45

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell sits down with Ashutosh Purohit, the CEO and founder of Yenmo. Ashutosh introduces Yenmo, a company based in India that offers loans against mutual funds and securities. He explains how Yenmo provides low-interest loans by holding mutual funds or stocks as collateral, reducing the interes…

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Ignite Startups: Marcel Tan on Transforming Bug Fixes with AI-Powered Solutions | Ep82 41:13

3M ago41:13

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In this episode of Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Marcel Tan, co-founder and CEO of Tusk. Marcel shares his journey from growing up in Singapore and China to serving in the Singapore military and eventually moving to the United States for college at UC Berkeley. His diverse background and experiences played a significant role in shaping…

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Ignite VC: Overcoming Fundraising Challenges in a Competitive Market with Imran Sheikh | Ep81 52:52

4M ago52:52

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell returns from a month-long vacation, excited to dive back into discussions with his first guest post-vacation, Imran Sheikh. Imran, a longtime collaborator with Team Ignite and an experienced product designer, shares insights from his journey in the tech industry, starting from his early days in…

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Pt.2 Specialization in action: Inside a specialist VC's playbook for success 17:48

4M ago17:48

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Part 2 of Capital Conversations, with Evgenia Plotnikova. As technology advances and industries transform, venture capitalists face a critical decision: should they cast a wide net, or home in on a niche? To guide investors through this choice, Evgenia Plotnikova, General Partner at Dawn Capital, has sat down with IMD's venture asset management tea…

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Ignite VC: Marc Ladin on Navigating Big Tech, Startups, and Democratizing Innovation | Ep80 44:05

4M ago44:05

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews his friend Marc Ladin, a partner at Project Voice Capital Partners. The conversation kicks off with Marc sharing his unique journey from a marketing professional to a venture capitalist, highlighting his early exposure to technology through his father's entrepreneurial ventures…

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Private Credit with Golub Capital’s David Golub 59:25

4M ago59:25

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In this episode, we are joined by David Golub, President of Golub Capital and one of the first movers in the private credit industry. Since its founding over 30 years ago, Golub Capital has made over $150 billion in loans and won over 40 industry awards. Today, the firm has over $70 billion of capital under management. During our conversation, Davi…

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Ignite VC: Democratizing Venture Capital & Deep Tech Investing with Matt Caspari | Ep79 44:20

4M ago44:20

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Matt Caspari, Managing artner at Alumni Ventures, for an insightful conversation on venture capital, deep tech investments, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. Caspari shares his journey from a biochemistry student to a leading figure in the venture capital space, highlighting his …

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Specialization in action: Inside a specialist VC's playbook for success 16:38

4M ago16:38

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As technology advances and industries transform, venture capitalists face a critical decision: should they cast a wide net, or home in on a niche? To guide investors through this choice, Evgenia Plotnikova, General Partner at Dawn Capital, has sat down with IMD's venture asset management team. As the youngest woman in Europe to be internally promot…

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Ignite AI: Exploring the Edge of AI with Google Veteran Dr. Matt Welsh | Ep77 45:31

4M ago45:31

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Dr. Matt Welsh, an AI pioneer with a storied career spanning from Google to Apple, and currently leading his own stealth startup, joined host Brian for a deep dive into the evolving world of AI, particularly focusing on large language models. Dr. Welsh shared insights from his extensive experience, starting wi…

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Ignite VC: Rethinking Venture Capital Ethics and Impact with Brian McMahon of Expert Dojo | Ep76 42:29

4M ago42:29

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages with Brian Mac Mahon, founder of the Expert Dojo, a premier startup accelerator based in Southern California. The conversation kicks off with Mac Mahon detailing his accidental journey into venture capital, emphasizing his passion for growth and innovation over mere financial gain…

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Navigating PE Realization and Structuring Products for Wealthy Individuals with Hg Capital 45:03

4M ago45:03

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In our newest episode of Private Market Talks, we’re joined by Steven Batchelor and Martina Sanow of Hg Capital, one of the largest and most successful private equity firms in the world. Specializing in technology, financial services software, and healthcare software companies in Europe and North America, Hg manages approximately $65 billion in fun…

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Ignite Startups: Rethinking Recruitment Technology for Efficiency with Julian D'Angelo | Ep75 56:42

5M ago56:42

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Julian D'Angelo, founder of Talin, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Julian shares his transition from growth marketing to the tech sphere, particularly in staffing and recruiting technology. His extensive experience in early-stage, venture-backed companies allowed him to carve a niche …

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Ignite VC: Exploring Contrarian Investment Strategies and Growing Startups with Steve Walsh | Ep74 50:56

5M ago50:56

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Steve Walsh, a partner at Hands on Angel and a seasoned investor. Walsh introduces himself as a contrarian investor who aids early-stage founders in accelerating capital, revenue, and growth. His background as an operator turned investor enriches his approach, as he brings deep insights int…

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Ignite VC: The Future of VC with AI and the Democratization of Investing with Fred Campbell | Ep73 1:05:58

5M ago1:05:58

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Fred Campbell, a seasoned entrepreneur and managing partner of Track, a venture capital firm leveraging technology and collective intelligence in the investment process. The discussion kicks off with Campbell's unique perspective as a founder first and an investor second, highlig…

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Generative AI, From Theory to Practice with AIx2’s Mohammad Rasouli 45:48

5M ago45:48

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Generative AI is no longer a theoretical technology. It’s here and now, and moving fast. Private funds are moving quickly to figure out how best to use it. During this episode, we explore with Dr. Mohammad Rasouli practical considerations for private funds as they consider how to adopt and implement AI, including issues of risk management, security…

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