Best Eva Yazhari Podcasts (2025)

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E117: Kristina Chapple: 11 Tribes VC 17:32

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Discover the Human Side of Venture Capital: Why Founder Wellbeing is the Next Big Thing What if the real secret to startup success isn’t just the business model—but the wellbeing of the founders behind it? In this episode of the Female VC Lab podcast, host Barbara Bickham sits down with Kristina Chapple, General Partner at 11 Tribes Ventures, for a…

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#260 - VC Investing in Emerging Markets with Beyond Capital Ventures’ Eva Yazhari 32:48

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, Eva Yazhari, the General Partner of Beyond Capital Ventures, a women-led impact venture capital firm. On the show, we discuss: The compelling opportunity for early stage investing in Africa and India How venture capital differs in emerging markets What she looks for when investing in a startup And more…

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#259 - IPO and Digital Asset Market Trends with Cohen's Head of SPAC Investment Banking, Brandon Sun and Head of Blockchain and Digital Assets, Christian Lopez 38:35

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On today’s show, we welcome special guests, Brandon Sun, Cohen’s Managing Director and Head of SPAC Investment Banking, and Christian Lopez, Cohen’s Managing Director and Head of Blockchain and Digital Assets. Cohen is a full-service boutique investment bank focused on advising leading and emerging companies across sectors to address their strategi…

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E116: Eva Yazhari: Beyond Capital Ventures 17:11

3M ago17:11

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Ready to discover how venture capital can drive real impact for emerging markets—and what true leadership looks like in the investment world? In this episode of Female VC Lab, host Barbara Bickham sits down with Eva Yazhari, Managing Partner at Beyond Capital Ventures, for an unfiltered conversation on building a mission-driven VC fund, why conscio…

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#258 - Bitcoin as a Core Treasury Asset with ReserveOne’s Jaime Leverton and Sebastian Bea 41:44

3M ago41:44

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On today’s show we welcome special guests, ReserveOne’s CEO Jaime Leverton and President Sebastian Bea. ReserveOne is a newly formed, first-of-its-kind digital asset management firm inspired by the proposed U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Asset Stockpile. On the show, we discuss: Their “bitcoin moment” and what initially got them interes…

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#257 - Crypto Treasury Companies with Upexi’s CSO Brian Rudick and Meteora’s CIO Vik Mittal 39:21

3M ago39:21

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On today’s show we welcome special guests, Upexi’s Chief Strategy Officer, Brian Rudick and Meteora Capital’s Chief Investment Officer, Vik Mittal. Brian and Vik have been involved in the creation of crypto treasury companies and are experts in the space. Upexi is a Solana Treasury Company. On the show, we discuss: What is a crypto treasury company…

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#256 - Quant Investing in Digital Assets with Starkiller Capital CIO Leigh Drogen 41:25

3M ago41:25

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, CIO of Starkiller Capital, Leigh Drogen. Starkiller Capital is an institutional investment firm applying quantitative data-driven strategies to blockchain based digital assets. On the show we discuss: Core tenets of their approach to crypto investing Trend following and yield farming in crypto Their approac…

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E115: Najada Kumbuli: Visa Foundation 15:29

3M ago15:29

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Step into the world of impact investing with this captivating episode of Female VC Lab! Host Barbara Bickham sits down with Najada Kumbuli, Vice President and Head of Investments at the Visa Foundation, for an illuminating conversation on reshaping capitalism for the greater good. Discover how Najada’s journey from communist Albania to leading glob…

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E114 Erika Aquino AQUINO GLOBAL VENTURES LLC 12:46

5M ago12:46

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What does it take to be a globally minded investor in today's ever-evolving landscape? In this unmissable episode, host Barbara Bickham sits down with Erika Aquino—angel investor, strategic advisor, and head of m Squad—to dive deep into investing with purpose and heart. Erika shares her dynamic journey from boardroom legacy in The Philippines to ch…

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E113: Cheryl L. Evans, JD: Lifetime Financial Security (LFS) Program of the Milken Institute’s Finance 17:01

5M ago17:01

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Unlocking Lifetime Financial Security & The Future of Wealth | E113 feat. Cheryl L. Evans, JD (Milken Institute) What does it really take to achieve lifelong financial security in a changing world? In this episode, Barbara Bickham sits down with Cheryl L. Evans, JD—Director of the Lifetime Financial Security (LFS) Program at the Milken Institute—to…

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E112: Mary King: Aligned Climate Fund 2 12:19

6M ago12:19

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In this powerful episode of Female VC Lab, host Barbara Bickham sits down with Mary King, vice president at Aligned Climate Fund, to uncover how venture capital is accelerating the global clean energy transition. If you’re curious about the future of climate tech, energy innovation, and how investors are driving decarbonization, this episode is for…

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

6M ago23:15

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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

6M ago23:15

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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

6M ago21:47

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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

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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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#255 - Trends in Private Credit with Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund's President Michael Occi 31:00

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund's President Michael Occi. Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) seeks to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing primarily in directly originated senior secured loans issued by U.S. middle market companies. On the show, we discuss: Why investors should co…

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E111: Katelin Holloway: 776 10:07

6M ago10:07

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Episode Summary: Dive into the intriguing world of venture capital with our latest episode featuring Katelin Holloway, a founding partner at Seven Seven Six. Discover what motivated Katelin to transition from an executive operator to a venture capitalist and how her deep empathy for founders guides her investment decisions. In this episode, you'll …

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How Marcia Dawood Empowers Women in Venture Capital 10:06

8M ago10:06

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Empowering Women in Venture Capital: The Journey of Marcia Dawood Marcia Dawood is not just a name in the venture capital world; she is a beacon of hope and empowerment for women entrepreneurs across the globe. As a venture partner at Mindshift Capital, Marcia's mission revolves around elevating women-led innovation in sectors that matter, such as …

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

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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

8M ago25:03

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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

8M ago29:25

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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

8M ago29:25

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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

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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

8M ago20:45

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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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CES 2025: What's Next for Smart Cities: AI for Data, Planning and Beyond 31:57

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Female VC Lab Show Notes Episode Title and Number: CES2025: What's Next for Smart Cities - AI for Data, Planning, and Beyond Name of Session: What's Next for Smart Cities: AI for Data, Planning and Beyond Date and Time: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM Location: Las Vegas Convention Center North - N257 Session Description: The rise of AI-powered…

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E108: Liz Kukka: Purpose Impact Lending Fund 10:58

10M ago10:58

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Exploring Innovative Funding Structures for Affordable Housing: Insights from Liz Kuka Welcome back to the Female VC Lab Podcast! In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Liz Kuka, CEO of Purpose for Profit. Liz shared her unique perspective on venture capital, affordable housing, and the innovative funding structures her organiz…

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E107: Julia Krieger: Pari Passu Venture Partners 12:29

10M ago12:29

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Episode E107: Julia Krieger of Pari Passu Venture Partners Guest: Julia Krieger Host: Barbara Bickham Summary: In this episode of the Female VC Lab Podcast, Barbara Bickham interviews Julia Krieger, founder of Pari Passu Venture Partners. Julia shares her journey into venture capitalism, the unique structure and thesis behind her firm, and the impo…

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#254 - Gold Investing with American Gold Exchange President Dana Samuelson 30:54

10M ago30:54

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, American Gold Exchange President, Dana Samuelson. American Gold Exchange is a leading national precious metals and rare coin company specializing in dealer-to-dealer trading and direct sales. On the show, we discuss: Why investors should own gold as an investment If Trump’s election effects the bull case fo…

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What Is Conscious Investing? 21:05

10M ago21:05

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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

10M ago21:05

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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

11M ago23:14

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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

11M ago23:14

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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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#253 - The Nuclear Revolution with Mirion Technologies CEO Tom Logan 31:11

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, Mirion Technologies CEO Tom Logan. Mirion designs, manufactures, and provides radiation detection, measurement, analysis and monitoring products to the nuclear power and medical markets. On the show, we discuss: The path from private equity ownership to the public markets The macro bull case for the nuclear…

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

11M ago30:21

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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

11M ago24:46

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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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E106: Keara Sauber: Sauber Capital 27:52

11M ago27:52

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Welcome back to the Female VC Lab Podcast! In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Keara Sauber, CEO of Sauber Capital. Keara shared her journey into venture capitalism, her investment thesis, and her thoughts on the future of the industry. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation. Who is Keara Sauber? Keara Sauber has over 2…

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

11M ago17:34

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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

12M ago30:21

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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

12M ago21:00

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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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#252 - State of the Markets: Navigating Q4 and Beyond 50:29

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On today’s show, listen to Julian and Mike have a live discussion on the State of the Markets: Navigating Q4 and Beyond. On the show, we discuss: The opportunities within global equities, including the sector we are most bullish on Why investors should stay away from fixed income and which investments allocators should use for yield The outlook for…

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

12M ago36:29

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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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#251 - A Systematic Approach to Crypto Investing with Martin Green of Cambrian Asset Management 29:32

12M ago29:32

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, the co-CIO of Cambrian Asset Management, Martin Green. Cambrian is a quantitative investment firm for digital assets. On the show, we discuss: Cambrian’s approach to crypto investing and how it is differentiated Navigating crypto’s volatility and macro events including the FTX bankruptcy Keys to success and…

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

12M ago20:00

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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

1y ago24:46

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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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E105: Kt McBratney: Purpose Rounds® & Renew Venture Capital 16:31

1y ago16:31

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Episode Highlights with Kt McBratney Welcome back to the Female VC Lab Podcast! In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Kt McBratney, a partner at Renew Venture Capital and the driving force behind Purpose Rounds. Kt shared her inspiring journey into the world of venture capital, her investment thesis, and her vision for the future of…

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

1y ago26:08

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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

1y ago17:34

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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

1y ago34:17

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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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#250 - Navigating the Real Estate Market with Whitestone REIT CEO Dave Holeman 27:33

1y ago27:33

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On today’s show we welcome special guest, Whitestone REIT CEO Dave Holeman. Whitestone REIT is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that primarily owns, operates, and redevelops retail community-centered properties in Texas and Arizona. On the show we discuss: The thesis behind Whitestone’s focus on community and neighborhood centers The …

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A Deep Dive Into Beyond Capital Ventures 21:00

1y ago21:00

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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…