In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Julia Delin from SSE Ventures about her educational and entrepreneurial journey. They compare US and European educational systems and discuss Julia's shift to incubator management, covering incubator and accelerator stages. The episode highlights Stockholm startups, university roles in the ecosystem, and…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal speaks with Chetan Bhaga of Archetype, exploring his journey from political science to business education and his mission at Archetype. They discuss the importance of mentorship, practical experience, and his foray into ecommerce. Chetan shares insights on Archetype's growth, consulting model, and the role of AI in…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Matt Jung from Ember Fund, exploring his transition during the financial crisis to the founding of Ember Fund and its unique business model. They delve into the challenges faced by high-growth brands, the nuances of venture debt, and the distinction between credit and debt funds. Matt shares insights o…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Tim Schigel of Refinery Ventures about his leadership insights and tech background. Tim discusses the importance of STEM education, his Apple experiences, and his venture capital journey. They explore his successes like founding Syntrifuse and the future of venture capital. Tim talks about the entreprene…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Andy Will of Willpower Venture Capital about his journey from a military family to a career in venture capital and private equity. They discuss revenue models, AI tech stack strategies, and insights on large fund models and consulting for equity. The guest shares experiences from Willpower Venture Capita…

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In this episode, Joel Palathinkal speaks with Felix Krause of Vireo Ventures, who shares his journey from military service to a career in renewable energy. They explore innovations in solar energy and discuss the future of renewables, comparing European and global investment ecosystems. The conversation highlights the role of corporate venture capi…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Brian Yormack of Story Ventures about the challenges of accessing health data and their investment in Particle Health. Brian discusses his journey into venture capital and the founding of Story Ventures, focusing on early-stage companies. They delve into insights from working with the Ford family fund, h…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Joe Medved of Lerer Hippeau about current market conditions and opportunities. Joe shares his journey from Bear Stearns to SoftBank Capital to Lerer Hippeau, discussing the firm's growth and investment strategies. They explore media investments, LP perspectives, and the role of family offices. The conver…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Gary Benerofe of Mu Ventures about his varied career, spanning Lehman Brothers to the music industry and entrepreneurship. Gary discusses his journey from EMI Music to real estate and founding Corner Light Capital. They delve into asset-heavy vs. asset-light models, triple net leases, and compare venture…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Matthew McGraw of Anthropocene Ventures to explore his business journey and evolving views on money, influenced by his family background and relationship dynamics. They discuss the risks and safety nets that accompany entrepreneurial growth and how Rob approaches decision-making regarding reinvesting p…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Miguel Burger of BFF Ventures about his journey from investment banking to launching ventures like Elite Daily and Ethoca. They discuss New York Tech Week, LAVCA week, and the Miguel's career shift to TMT and their exit to DMGT. The conversation covers founding Ethoca, angel investing, joining Vast Ventu…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Daniel Dart of Rockyard Ventures, exploring his journey from band management to venture capital. Daniel shares insights on intelligence, success, and the impact of AI, reflecting on his transition from the music industry to tech investments. He opens up about overcoming homelessness, the role of peer n…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Fiona McEntee of McEntee Law Group about the Irish tech scene and immigrant talent's impact in the US. Fiona discusses her journey from Ireland to a legal career and the importance of visa sponsorship. They explore the tech industry's need for diverse talent, Fiona's books for immigrant founders, and adv…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Daniel LeBron to explore the intersection of private equity, robotics, and manufacturing. Daniel emphasizes the importance of these sectors, delving into the potential and challenges of 3D printed structures, including engineering aspects and sector-wide applications. They discuss investment opportunit…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal with Neil Datta of NKD Advisory LLC delve into the world of emerging managers and investment de-risking. Neil shares insights from a career spanning investment banking, hedge funds, and public service, highlighting the unique edge in healthcare investing. The discussion covers sophisticated strategies, portfolio co…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Farooq Abbasi from Preface Ventures about investing in repeat founders. Farooq shares insights on founder selection, sales strategies, scaling, and capital efficiency, while avoiding pitfalls in pilot programs. They discuss product-led growth, user engagement, and the evolution of Zoom and Slack. The con…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal introduces Smriti Jayaraman of Corazon Capital, who shares her career journey and insights from her consulting experience at Bain. They discuss the differences in investment stages and roles, focusing on market assumptions in private equity and the importance of financial discipline in startups. Smriti talks about …

Join Joel Palathinkal and Wendy Huang, CFA: Business Development Manager from the London Stock Exchange Group as they explore the intricacies of IPOs. They discuss the benefits of listing in London versus US exchanges, using Boku's listing as a case study. Wendy highlights London's cost and process efficiency and the importance of community support…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal and Hassan Haider explore the growing angel investing scene in the MENA region. Hassan shares his venture capital journey, startup launches, and the rise of angel investment groups. They discuss insights from Silicon Valley and 500 Startups, strategies for building a tech community, and active investment approaches…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal welcomes Jason Torres, who discusses his transition from venture and private equity to entrepreneurship. Jason shares networking tips, career advice, and insights for young finance professionals, including grooming and interview strategies. They explore working across U.S. regions, scaling, and angel investments, t…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal hosts Justis Mendez from OneSixOne Ventures as he shares his journey from early influences to entrepreneurship. He discuss moving to Florida, engaging with Gainesville's startup scene, and the support from Hutch Law's startup package. The conversation covers startup equity, leadership lessons, and the cycle of lear…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal is joined by Joe Wilson, who shares his journey from founding Multiply Labs to his time at MIT. The discussion highlights innovations in personalizing medication through 3D printing and Joe's insights into building Undeterred Capital's investment strategy. Joe offers advice for fund managers on deep tech risk evalu…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal welcomes Amirteymour Moazami to discuss his extensive background and experience in the tech industry. Amir offers insights into developer tooling, AI, and investing in the developer ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of product-led growth and community in startups. The conversation touches on personal growth and…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal engages with Shelby Clark, delving into his innovative journey with Turo and the challenges and growth the company has experienced. Shelby shares his personal journey in mental health and therapy, discussing the importance of risk management, insurance, and regulatory challenges faced by Turo. The conversation shif…

In this episode, the focus is on the critical role of legal counsel in fund formation, featuring Robert B. Weiss from Kramer Levin an expert guest discussing the "anatomy of fund documents." The conversation begins with an overview of private fund formation and essential fund characteristics. Topics include the indicative closing checklist, custodi…

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with Krista Morgan about her transition from private equity to launching Stage Fund. They discuss the challenges of starting the fund, the role of family dynamics in business, and Stage Fund's acquisition and restructuring strategy, highlighted by a retail tech case study. The conversation covers founders' ro…

Join Joel Palathinkal and Victor Kwok as they explore Victor's journey in founding VantagePoint and his AI investment thesis. They discuss AI's potential to disrupt industries, legal risks for CFOs, and finance considerations for startups. The episode covers insurance essentials, co-founder dynamics, and crafting strong investment theses. Delve int…

Joel Palathinkal sits down with Akira Dunham from Fundomo to discuss her multicultural journey into venture capital and her roles at Hillside Ventures and Connecticut Innovations. They explore Connecticut Innovations' commitment to diverse founders and the evergreen fund, along with their international investment strategies in Israel and Toronto. T…

Joel Palathinkal talks to Olaf Sakkers about the future of electric vehicles and transportation. Olaf shares insights on mobility startups, especially in South Africa's tech scene, and discusses challenges for Japanese carmakers. They explore strategies for evaluating startups, due diligence, and networking for fund managers. The episode highlights…

Joel Palathinkal engages with Anton to discuss his transition from physics to finance and his journey in venture capital. Anton elaborates on his investment strategy with a global perspective, distinguishing between prop desk and typical trading desk operations. The episode delves into portfolio management tactics and contrasts business management …

Joel Palathinkal explores the intersection of AI and biotech with Nathan Lian from Pareto VC. Nathan discusses his career journey and investment strategies in deep tech and biotech. They delve into AI's role in drug discovery, lab experiments, and the PH fellowship's goals and selection process. The conversation highlights opportunities in syntheti…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Josh Payne about his journey from entrepreneur to venture capitalist. They delve into earn-outs in acquisitions, Josh's role as an angel investor, and strategies for building an LP pipeline. The episode explores brand building for funds, deal sourcing for emerging managers, and Nashville's tech and VC scene. They discuss…

Joel Palathinkal welcomes Vishal to explore his venture capital journey and the founding of Next Legacy. They discuss the unique roles athletes and celebrities play in venture capital, highlighting Next Play University and community-building initiatives. Vishal elaborates on successful athlete investors and the leadership skills they bring, includi…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Vishal Harishchandra about his entrepreneurial journey from Vulcan Group to Ocean AI. They discuss investment strategies, the importance of integrity, and Vishal's unique start from winning a raffle car. The episode highlights AI's transformative role in supply chains, business operations, and code development, including…

Joel Palathinkal sits down with Chris Cunningham to discuss his journey in venture capital, beginning with the founding of AppSavvy and leading to the establishment of c2 Ventures. Chris shares insights on crafting recession-proof investment strategies and the importance of geographic diversity in venture capital valuations. They explore the art of…

Joel Palathinkal delves into negotiation power for fund managers with Matthew Bobrow of Nixon Peabody LLP who shares his journey into private funds and experiences with major asset managers. They discuss trends in fund structures, capital allocation, and the intersection of private equity and venture capital. Key topics include liquidity demands, g…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Balaji about his journey from founding Snapstick to its acquisition by TiVo. Balaji delves into career transitions, CEO roles, and tech industry compensation, sharing lessons from Vinod Khosla and Larry Ellison. They discuss Snapstick's scaling, CES success, and investor relations. Balaji offers book recommendations, dis…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Noah Friedman about storytelling's influence on marketing and consumer behavior. Noah shares insights from his career and founding Top Shelf Ventures, focusing on people dynamics in business. They discuss whiskey trends, celebrity partnerships, and local craft beer appeal. Key topics include KPIs for beverage investments…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Ishaan Sachdev about his journey from engineering to investing. Ishaan discusses his educational background, the role of technology in trading, and his experience with iPay's sale. They explore his time as a summer policy advisor, his move to PSG for growth equity, and founding Dessian's Capital. Ishaan offers advice on …

Joel Palathinkal chats with David Baeckelandt from Sumi Trust about Japan's investment scene, highlighting record-sized buyout funds. David shares his career insights and Sumi Trust's role, discussing Japanese investment trends and private market evolution. They explore entrepreneurial growth, legislative shifts, and leadership challenges in small …

Joel Palathinkal welcomes Bibash Mukhopadhai to discuss the significance of market cycles in venture capital. Bibash shares his journey, highlighting the role of mentorship and the impact of his upbringing and education on his success. They delve into his early entrepreneurial experiences and transition to academia and venture investing. Bibash off…

Joel Palathinkal sits down with Ananya Vasagiri to discuss her journey into venture capital, beginning with her early exposure and experiences at UChicago. Ananya shares insights on skillsets vital for success in the field, drawing from her roles at Adams Street Partners and Schematic Ventures. The conversation covers the importance of emotional in…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Rex Salisbury of Cambrian VC, about evolving venture capital strategies, focusing on fintech community building and Cambrian VC. They discuss family reactions to career shifts, fintech trends, portfolio successes, and assessing risk at the pre-seed stage. The episode highlights the role of community in VC, access in vent…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Matt Roberts about his journey from technical roles to venture capital, starting from his Ottawa roots. They discuss how engineers can thrive as investors, the evolution of family offices, and Canada's tech ecosystem. Matt shares advice for new fund managers on differentiation, storytelling, and investment structuring. T…

Joel Palathinkal chats with Mary D'Souza about her journey from education to investment banking, her move to Emirates, and managing a family office. Mary shares her career success pillars: dreaming, focus, manifesting, perseverance, and pivoting. They discuss relationship-building in investment, private credit trends, and entrepreneurship's link wi…

Joel Palathinkal converses with Devon Melotra from Valhalla Ventures, emphasizing the significance of identifying enduring moats in venture deals. Devon recounts his career journey and Valhalla Ventures' mission, detailing their investment strategy and first fund. The discussion touches on how his New York upbringing influenced his approach to busi…

Joel Palathinkal welcomes Samir Kumar, who shares his journey from Microsoft and ROTC to Palm, webOS, and Samsung, highlighting mobile tech evolution and work-life balance. They delve into Samir's AI and deep learning focus at Qualcomm and his role in m12's deep tech investments. The discussion covers Turing's origins, trust with LPs, investment st…

Joel Palathinkal welcomes Russ Krivor to discuss the impact of interest rates on real estate and Russ's early career. They explore multifamily units, community building, and cost management in development, contrasting development and acquisition strategies. The episode covers fundraising, market trends, manufacturing investments, water availability…

Joel Palathinkal engages with Mary Wheeler, exploring her career journey and the founding of BioRock Ventures. They discuss investing in serious diseases and the significance of in-person interactions in the business realm. Mary shares insights into the investment criteria and evaluation of drug efficacy in the biopharma sector. The conversation hi…