Best Eva Yazhari Podcasts (2025)

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What Do We Mean by Beyond Capital Support? 23:15

21d ago23:15

23:15

Founder friendly vs. founder fair — many venture capital firms tout the former, but Beyond Capital Ventures embraces the latter approach for a well-rounded, fully immersive VC strategy. In this week’s episode, join our hosts Eva Yazhari and Nicholas Java as we explore all of the ways in which BCV serves as a deeply connected and committed partner t…

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What Do We Mean by Beyond Capital Support? 23:15

24d ago23:15

23:15

Founder friendly vs. founder fair — many venture capital firms tout the former, but Beyond Capital Ventures embraces the latter approach for a well-rounded, fully immersive VC strategy. In this week’s episode, join our hosts Eva Yazhari and Nicholas Java as we explore all of the ways in which BCV serves as a deeply connected and committed partner t…

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How the BCV Debt Opportunities Fund Is Meeting Demand in Today’s Market 21:47

29d ago21:47

21:47

The capital gap — the difference between the financing that small to medium enterprises (SMEs) need to grow and operate efficiently and the amount of capital that they can actually access — is often the difference between innovation and sustainability and failure, especially in emerging markets. As the Beyond Capital Ventures Debt Opportunities Fun…

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How the BCV Debt Opportunities Fund Is Meeting Demand in Today’s Market 21:47

1M ago21:47

21:47

The capital gap — the difference between the financing that small to medium enterprises (SMEs) need to grow and operate efficiently and the amount of capital that they can actually access — is often the difference between innovation and sustainability and failure, especially in emerging markets. As the Beyond Capital Ventures Debt Opportunities Fun…

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What Is the Role of Debt for Early-Stage Companies in Emerging Markets? 25:03

3M ago25:03

25:03

Beyond Capital Ventures is a pioneer in the field of debt financing for startups in India and Africa. The concept of credit is nothing new, but for startups in emerging markets, it’s been often out of reach as banking systems are too risk averse. With its debt opportunities fund, BCV is supporting startups and extending their opportunities for grow…

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What Is the Role of Debt for Early-Stage Companies in Emerging Markets? 25:03

3M ago25:03

25:03

Beyond Capital Ventures is a pioneer in the field of debt financing for startups in India and Africa. The concept of credit is nothing new, but for startups in emerging markets, it’s been often out of reach as banking systems are too risk averse. With its debt opportunities fund, BCV is supporting startups and extending their opportunities for grow…

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How Does Beyond Capital Ventures Invest in Climate Initiatives in Emerging Markets? 29:25

3M ago29:25

29:25

Join our hosts Eva Yazhari and Nicholas Java of Beyond Capital Ventures as they take us inside the BCV portfolio, in particular the firm’s climate-focused companies, which are finding innovative and sustainable solutions, primarily in the agriculture and mobility subsectors. Stay tuned for some truly eye-opening and heartening facts and figures abo…

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How Does Beyond Capital Ventures Invest in Climate Initiatives in Emerging Markets? 29:25

3M ago29:25

29:25

Join our hosts Eva Yazhari and Nicholas Java of Beyond Capital Ventures as they take us inside the BCV portfolio, in particular the firm’s climate-focused companies, which are finding innovative and sustainable solutions, primarily in the agriculture and mobility subsectors. Stay tuned for some truly eye-opening and heartening facts and figures abo…

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What Are the Investable Opportunities in Financial Services? 20:45

3M ago20:45

20:45

In this first episode of 2025, our hosts Eva Yazhari and Nicholas Java of Beyond Capital Ventures take us inside the BCV portfolio, in particular the firm’s innovative and impactful fintech companies, which make up close to 30% of our business. To usher in the new year, Eva and Nicholas also take their conversation to video so listeners can get to …

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What Are the Investable Opportunities in Financial Services? 20:45

3M ago20:45

20:45

In this first episode of 2025, our hosts Eva Yazhari and Nicholas Java of Beyond Capital Ventures take us inside the BCV portfolio, in particular the firm’s innovative and impactful fintech companies, which make up close to 30% of our business. To usher in the new year, Eva and Nicholas also take their conversation to video so listeners can get to …

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What Is Conscious Investing? 21:05

5M ago21:05

21:05

Conscious investing — what does it mean, really? And how is it different from impact investing or philanthropy? In this informative episode of the Beyond Capital Ventures Podcast, our hosts, BCV Managing Partner Eva Yazahri and Partner Nicholas Java, tackle the term and why it serves as our firm’s North Star. Eva shares an anecdote about a recent c…

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What Is Conscious Investing? 21:05

5M ago21:05

21:05

Conscious investing — what does it mean, really? And how is it different from impact investing or philanthropy? In this informative episode of the Beyond Capital Ventures Podcast, our hosts, BCV Managing Partner Eva Yazahri and Partner Nicholas Java, tackle the term and why it serves as our firm’s North Star. Eva shares an anecdote about a recent c…

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Meet the BCV Portco Companies Revolutionizing Healthcare in Emerging Markets 23:14

5M ago23:14

23:14

Healthcare is a crucial sector within Beyond Capital Ventures’ investment outlook, comprising more than 40% of our portfolio. Access to quality healthcare remains a challenge in much of the world, markedly so in emerging markets such as India and East Africa, where we concentrate our efforts. In this compelling episode of the BCV Podcast, our hosts…

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Meet the BCV Portco Companies Revolutionizing Healthcare in Emerging Markets 23:14

5M ago23:14

23:14

Healthcare is a crucial sector within Beyond Capital Ventures’ investment outlook, comprising more than 40% of our portfolio. Access to quality healthcare remains a challenge in much of the world, markedly so in emerging markets such as India and East Africa, where we concentrate our efforts. In this compelling episode of the BCV Podcast, our hosts…

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How BCV Is Helping India Meet its Economic Moment 30:21

6M ago30:21

30:21

In a follow-up to our previous podcast episode about why Beyond Capital Ventures invests in Africa, our Managing Partner Eva Yazhari and Partner Nicholas Java discuss our firm’s dual focus on Indian startups and their importance in not only emerging markets but in the global economy as a whole. In this insight-packed episode, Eva and Nicholas share…

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The Power and the Potential of Investing in Africa 24:46

6M ago24:46

24:46

In this week’s episode of the BCV Podcast, we tackle a question our Partners hear often: Why invest in Africa, and, specifically, East Africa? An easy — but incomplete — answer: The world is becoming more African. It’s true: Africa has the fastest growing, youngest population of any continent, and by 2050, one in four people on the planet will be A…

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What Does it Mean to Be a Multi-Asset Firm? 17:34

6M ago17:34

17:34

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Beyond Capital Ventures Podcast! Join BCV Managing Partner Eva Yazhari and Partner Nicholas Java as they delve into the firm’s debt capital opportunities and why this type of investment is crucial in supporting startups in emerging markets such as India and Africa. Eva explores the meaning behind being a multi-asset vent…

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How BCV Is Helping India Meet its Economic Moment 30:21

6M ago30:21

30:21

In a follow-up to our previous podcast episode about why Beyond Capital Ventures invests in Africa, our Managing Partner Eva Yazhari and Partner Nicholas Java discuss our firm’s dual focus on Indian startups and their importance in not only emerging markets but in the global economy as a whole. In this insight-packed episode, Eva and Nicholas share…

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A Deep Dive Into Beyond Capital Ventures 21:00

7M ago21:00

21:00

It’s time for episode 3 of the BCV Podcast and time to take a deeper look into what makes Beyond Capital Ventures truly one of a kind in its industry. As Partners in the firm, Eva and Nicholas offer their unique perspectives on the singular ways BCV is cultivating impact-driven companies in emerging markets. Tune in and get inspired! The data of th…

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Meet Co-Host and BCV Partner Nicholas Java 36:29

7M ago36:29

36:29

In episode two of the BCV Podcast, we get to know Co-Host and Beyond Capital Ventures Partner Nicholas Java better … his time spent serving in the United States Army, what sparked his interest in venture capital in emerging markets, and where he continues to find his purpose in his challenging role. The data point of the day (a feature of every epi…

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The BCV Podcast: Rewriting a Playbook for Capitalism 20:00

7M ago20:00

20:00

Welcome to the BCV Podcast! Beyond Capital Ventures Managing Partner Eva Yazhari and Partner Nicholas Java are here to bring you the stories of a venture capital firm focused on more than money. Through our weekly conversations, we strive to inspire you to think differently about what investments can achieve. Each episode will broaden your understa…

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The Power and the Potential of Investing in Africa 24:46

7M ago24:46

24:46

In this week’s episode of the BCV Podcast, we tackle a question our Partners hear often: Why invest in Africa, and, specifically, East Africa? An easy — but incomplete — answer: The world is becoming more African. It’s true: Africa has the fastest growing, youngest population of any continent, and by 2050, one in four people on the planet will be A…

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Conscious Leaders Marrying Profit with Purpose: Eva Yazhari + Ed Stevens 26:08

7M ago26:08

26:08

Where has the time gone? It’s already the finale of Season 4 of the Beyond Capital Podcast! For our sendoff to a brilliant season, our Co-Hosts Eva Yazhari and Ed Stevens are interviewing each other about everything from their current personal and professional projects to their thoughts on the 12 episodes that came before today’s closer. Key takeaw…

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What Does it Mean to Be a Multi-Asset Firm? 17:34

7M ago17:34

17:34

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Beyond Capital Ventures Podcast! Join BCV Managing Partner Eva Yazhari and Partner Nicholas Java as they delve into the firm’s debt capital opportunities and why this type of investment is crucial in supporting startups in emerging markets such as India and Africa. Eva explores the meaning behind being a multi-asset vent…

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Harnessing Finance to Build a More Peaceful World: Scott Weber President and CEO, Peaceinvest 34:17

8M ago34:17

34:17

Peace and invest aren’t two words you necessarily hear together very often, but Scott Weber is here to change that. The President and CEO of Peaceinvest, a Geneva-based global investment firm committed to transforming finance into a force for positive change, Scott started his career at the United Nations in humanitarian and political affairs. His …

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A Deep Dive Into Beyond Capital Ventures 21:00

8M ago21:00

21:00

It’s time for episode 3 of the BCV Podcast and time to take a deeper look into what makes Beyond Capital Ventures truly one of a kind in its industry. As Partners in the firm, Eva and Nicholas offer their unique perspectives on the singular ways BCV is cultivating impact-driven companies in emerging markets. Tune in and get inspired! The data of th…

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Paving the Way for a Greener Future, One Motorbike at a Time: Josh Whale Founder and CEO, Ampersand 37:20

8M ago37:20

37:20

From starting his career as an intellectual property lawyer working in China and witnessing technologies such as lithium batteries, solar panels, and electric vehicles take off, to seeing an opportunity to implement them in emerging markets, Josh Whale has found himself at the pulse of e-mobility. Some don’t-miss moments from the episode: How watch…

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Meet Co-Host and BCV Partner Nicholas Java 36:29

8M ago36:29

36:29

In episode two of the BCV Podcast, we get to know Co-Host and Beyond Capital Ventures Partner Nicholas Java better … his time spent serving in the United States Army, what sparked his interest in venture capital in emerging markets, and where he continues to find his purpose in his challenging role. The data point of the day (a feature of every epi…

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Leveraging Philanthropy and Capital Markets for Good: Alix Lebec Founder and CEO, LEBEC 32:58

8M ago32:58

32:58

Alix Lebec is a founding member of WaterEquity, where she helped build a global asset manager focused on water, women, and sanitation in emerging markets. She also previously worked at the World Bank, Clinton Global Initiative, and Water.org, where she mobilized $260 million in capital. In 2020, Alix launched LEBEC to support philanthropists, inves…

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The BCV Podcast: Rewriting a Playbook for Capitalism 20:00

8M ago20:00

20:00

Welcome to the BCV Podcast! Beyond Capital Ventures Managing Partner Eva Yazhari and Partner Nicholas Java are here to bring you the stories of a venture capital firm focused on more than money. Through our weekly conversations, we strive to inspire you to think differently about what investments can achieve. Each episode will broaden your understa…

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Creating a Better Cereal While Giving Back: Parker Brook Founder & CEO, Lovebird Foods 40:25

8M ago40:25

40:25

Parker Brook is a veteran of Big Food, helping bring an array of household-name brands to countless consumers around the world. While working for one of the world’s largest food conglomerates, he hoped to have the opportunity to create change from within; however, it became apparent that profit would always being the driving force behind every deci…

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The BCV Podcast Coming Soon! 1:45

8M ago1:45

1:45

By Beyond Capital Ventures

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The BCV Podcast Coming Soon! 1:45

8M ago1:45

1:45

Welcome to the BCV podcast brought to you by Beyond Capital Ventures in our Purpose driven World leadership and the way we invest are more crucial than ever. Stakeholders are demanding the integration of values into every aspect of business, and leaders are driving the way forward. We are here to bring you the stories of a venture capital firm focu…

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Building Africa’s Next Tech Giants: Lexi Novitske General Partner of Norrsken22 32:40

8M ago32:40

32:40

What began as a six-month sabbatical backpacking around the African continent became a major career shift for Lexi Novitske. In 2012, Lexi left her job at a hedge fund in New York and landed in Nigeria, never to look back. In 2014, Lexi launched Singularity Investments, a private capital-backed venture investment firm, and invested in market champi…

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Democratizing Financial Access for Greater Innovation: Steve Biko, Co-Founder, CEO: Zanifu 32:13

9M ago32:13

32:13

Steve Biko has led an interesting life. From his childhood in Kenya to moving to the U.S. when he was 16, studying aviation, becoming a licensed pilot, and moving back to Africa to help launch M-PESA, a pioneering collaboration of telecommunication and banking sectors in East Africa, Steve has always been ahead of the curve. Today, Steve is the Co-…

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Advancing Sustainable Luxury Fashion with Maxine Trowbridge, Founder of Eva & Max 29:11

9M ago29:11

29:11

Maxine Trowbridge expertly and elegantly links the world of contemporary art, fashion, and high-quality editorial content to concoct a compelling brand identity in Eve & Max, a conscious women's luxury ready-to-wear label designed with the ethos that style should be ethical, sustainable, artful, and beautiful. British born and Dallas based, Max dro…

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Unlocking the Power of the Clinical Research Workforce: Peggy Yu, CEO and Co-founder at Stack 39:57

9M ago39:57

39:57

Peggy Yu is the CEO and Co-Founder of Stack, which is supercharging the impact of clinical trials and research through the most important assets — the people. Peggy brings a wealth of knowledge about the intersection of higher education and the job market, having worked at the Startup Institute and the Rock Center for Entrepreneurship at Harvard Bu…

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Leading with Enthusiasm with Keren Eldad of Enthusiasm Coaching Coach Leadership 40:31

9M ago40:31

40:31

Welcome to Season 4 of the Beyond Capital Podcast! In this special kickoff episode, Co-Hosts Eva and Ed are joined by friend of the show, Keren Eldad of With Enthusiasm Coaching. Coach Keren — as she’s widely known — is an accomplished executive coach, but so much more. She is able to break beyond rote career advice and tap into what brings profess…

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Humanizing Transformation with Ross Baird, CEO of Blueprint Local 34:09

10M ago34:09

34:09

On this week’s episode of the Beyond Capital Podcast, we welcome Ross Baird, an accomplished venture capitalist with a focus on emerging markets, startup investing, and real estate. Ross now leads Blueprint Local, which invests in real estate projects that are intended to drive attractive returns for investors and impact in communities. Ross is gen…

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Redefining the African Investment Landscape: Christophe de Montille Senior Investment Associate, Beyond Capital Ventures 35:57

10M ago35:57

35:57

Welcome to Episode 2 of Season 4 of the Beyond Capital Podcast! Today we welcome Christophe de Montille, a Senior Investment Associate with Beyond Capital Ventures. As a native South African who is now based in Nairobi, Christophe offers a unique perspective on Beyond Capital’s investing initiatives in Africa. In this deep-dive episode, Christophe …

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Delivering Better Health Outcomes Via Drones: Anshul Sharma Co-Founder, Redwing Labs 28:37

10M ago28:37

28:37

In an intriguing and inspiring episode, Redwing Labs Co-Founder Anshul Sharma discusses with Eva and Ed his company’s innovative approach to utilizing drone technology to revolutionize access to life-saving medicines in rural India.By Beyond Capital Fund

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That's a Wrap: Eva & Ed 36:47

2y ago36:47

36:47

And that’s a wrap on Season 3! Thank you to our listeners for tuning in to our best season yet. In our closing episode, we’re taking it back to the basics with a Co-Host Special. Ed and Eva will walk each other through their professional and personal journeys, and uncover hidden gems along the way. After listening to this episode, you will learn ab…

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Embracing a CEO Mindset: Hooman Yazhari of Mobility Capital 37:12

2y ago37:12

37:12

In this special episode of The Beyond Capital podcast we are joined by co-founder of Beyond Capital Fund and CEO of Mobility Capital, Hooman Yazhari. In this episode, Hooman talks to Ed and Eva about: Why the “investment hungry” world of transport is on the cusp of an industrial revolution (3:10) The origins of Mobility Capital and Hooman’s transit…

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Changing the Narrative: Justin Norman of The Flip Africa 33:30

2y ago33:30

33:30

Outsourcing gets a bad rap. And, you know, the gig economy, I think, sometimes gets a bad rap as well. But truly, global workforces, I think, is a particularly interesting premise. If we're talking about solving real world problems in the African context, I think that that is a way forward, that is meaningful. Well, where are the income generating …

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Elevating Our Daily Routines: Katerina Schneider of Ritual 42:13

2y ago42:13

42:13

You can't predict everything going on around you. It's like constant chaos. What are the things that you can actually control? And so the vision for the business has always been to be the most trusted brand for everyday health through this kind of virtualization of products. Companies like ours are so committed to fight climate change that it's giv…

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Finding Energy for the Future: Gary Morsches of DemandQ 33:10

2y ago33:10

33:10

"I do see a lot of improvement, people pushing for sustainability. People are worried about grid resiliency, not just talking about it, but doing some about it. We understand the heat loads of a building envelope. We understand the capabilities of the cooling equipment inside that building envelope. Everyone will be using optimization technology to…

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Creating Material Change for Good: Christian Kemp-Griffin 31:17

2y ago31:17

31:17

If you just think there's a product and a customer and a desire, it's the same everywhere. You just have to answer those great questions. But I think a vast majority of the product will change. I think there's a real opportunity to change and it will make a big, big difference. It was people calling us, asking us for solutions, as opposed to us fin…

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Finding Connection in the Online Era: Nina Hersher of the Digital Wellness Institute 36:37

2y ago36:37

36:37

Are we engaging in intentionally or passive use? Are we consuming content consciously? And how does that content make us feel whenever we have that kind of constant input? There isn't that quiet time to say, What do we need? What can we create? When you have the clarity, when you have the purpose, when you know what social impact you want to have, …

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Feeding the Need for Change: Noramay Cadena of Supply Change Capital 30:42

2y ago30:42

30:42

Will this solution reduce the current system, impact on the climate, build healthier communities and or increase generational wealth in diverse communities? We're really interested in building out not only our own platform, but helping other people build out theirs for the community and global impact. We know that the climate crisis is so big and d…

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Transforming Africa’s Healthcare Future: Sangu Delle of CarePoint 40:15

2y ago40:15

40:15

In as much as we are very different as a world. When you take a thousand year perspective, you realize that similar things happen to similar regions across time and space. But we also see telemedicine as a way for us to actually promote some of these behaviors that are positive for the climate. I think before we go ahead and say, let's invest all t…

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