In this episode, we have the distinct pleasure of hosting a true titan in the world of venture capital, Jishnu Bhattacharya. Jishnu is currently a Managing Director at Nexus Venture Partners, a leading firm known for backing some of the most groundbreaking companies in the tech landscape. They have an impressive track record, having invested in early-stage powerhouses across a range of industries, from technology and consumer products to internet-based businesses. But Jishnu's expertise extends beyond just identifying promising startups; he's a hands-on venture capitalist, dedicated to assisting entrepreneurs in building truly category-leading companies, both in the US and his native India. Jishnu's journey to success is nothing short of inspiring. From his early education in Tripura, India, to graduating from the prestigious IIT Kharagpur with a degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering, he has always pursued excellence. He then further honed his skills with an MS from Georgia Institute of Technology and an MBA from Stanford – talk about an impressive academic background! His insights have proven invaluable as the founding investor and board member of multiple successful companies, including notable exits like Dhruva, Observe.AI, H2O.ai, and the renowned API platform, Postman. So, let's dive deep into Jishnu's wealth of knowledge and experience. Get ready to learn from a master in the field of venture capital as we explore his remarkable journey, uncover the secrets to identifying winning investments, and gain insights into the future of tech innovation. Please join me in welcoming Jishnu Bhattacharya to the show!" Navigate your way thru the video: 0:00 - Intro and Jishnu's journey in his early days 13:00 - About Nexus Venture Partners, how they work with start-ups and key focus areas, Application of AI in the start-up ecosystem 31:49 - Future trends in AI and VC investment themes, emphasis on Digital India 37:32 - Rapid Fire Round with Jishnu @AIwithArunShow @IITKharagpurOnline #ai #analytics #machinelearning #deeplearning @nexusventurepartners #JishnuBhattacharya #VC #venturecapital