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Beginner's MindEP 150: 2024 in Review: 9 Bold Steps Toward a Brighter 2025What makes a year unforgettable? Is it the challenges conquered, the bold ideas pursued, or the connections that shaped us?As 2024 comes to a close, this special episode celebrates the lessons, breakthroughs, and visionary insights that defined the year. Through 9 remarkable stories, hear from leaders, investors, and innovators who are shaping the future.🎙️ In This Episode:Suzanne Heywood: Discover the balance of trust and challenge that makes great leaders.Shlomo Noy: Explore how Israel transformed challenges into global innovation success.Charlie Munger: Learn why a latticework of me...2024-12-301h 24
Startup Insiderāltitude: Investieren in Europas Mittelstand - VC Talk mit General Partner Marc PenkalaWarum ist der europäische Mittelstand ein Hidden Champion für Investoren? In diesem VC Talk spricht Jan Thomas mit Marc Penkala, General Partner bei āltitude, über die Chancen und Herausforderungen für Startups im europäischen Mittelstand. Marc erklärt, warum dieser Markt großes Potenzial für Innovationen bietet und welche Geschäftsfelder besonders attraktiv sind.Das Gespräch beleuchtet, wie āltitude gezielt in Seed- und Pre-Seed-Phasen investiert, um Startups beim Aufbau effizienter und nachhaltiger Geschäftsmodelle zu unterstützen. Außerdem geht es um die wachsende Bedeutung von Digitalisierung und welche Kriterien ein Startup erfüllen muss...2024-11-2129 min
Founders' ForumFinding Bliss in Chaos: Dave Raymond on Purposeful Leadership and Embracing Workplace HappinessDiscover the secret to finding happiness even when life feels overwhelming as we sit down with Dave Raymond, the original Phillie Phanatic, and learn about his journey to becoming the mascot that spread joy across stadiums for 16 years. Dave shares how laughter and creativity fueled his passion and shaped his career, offering insights on sustainable happiness. Our conversation unveils how the Beatles' latest single and grounding with nature can transform everyday moments into ones of joy and rejuvenation. Through personal stories and laughs, we explore the art of finding bliss in the mundane and integrating fun into our lives...2024-10-0927 min
Beginner's MindEP 139 - Marc Penkala - Why European Startups Must Think Bigger: Lessons from a Top VC on Turning Failure into FortuneMany European startups are trapped in a mindset that limits their potential, aiming for millions when they should be thinking in billions. But what if this conservative approach is holding them back from global success? In this episode, Marc Penkala, a leading venture capitalist, reveals the secrets to breaking free from this limiting mindset and how embracing calculated risks can lead to extraordinary rewards.🎙️ What's in the Episode: 1️⃣ Mindset Shift: Learn why European startups need to aim higher and adopt the billion-dollar mindset that drives U.S. success. 2️⃣ Contrarian Stra...2024-08-241h 59
The European VCBuilding Trust in Enterprise AI: A Conversation with Leonid Feinberg of Verax [Startups in Focus - Seedcamp Podcast]The latest episode of Startups in Focus features Leonid Feinberg, founder of Verax, a Seedcamp-backed company that provides enterprise-grade trust solutions for generative AI. Having a strong background in security and cloud services, including a previous company acquired by Amazon, Leonid shares insights on managing AI-related risks and offers practical advice for future customers regarding AI's potential and trust management.In conversation with Seedcamp’s Managing Director Carlos Espinal, he delves into the challenges and solutions associated with deploying generative AI in production. He also explains how Verax's Control Center helps enterprises gain visibility and mitigate risks by...2024-08-0828 minFounders' ForumJuggling Sports, Business, and Pasta: Steve Penkala's Entrepreneurial Journey Through Challenges and TriumphsWe're thrilled to welcome Steve Penkala, the entrepreneurial mind behind Wisconsin-based Binding Edge Inc., in today's riveting exchange. Imagine a sports fan comparing the performance of two of his favorite teams, the Philadelphia Phillies and the Green Bay Packers, to his own business. Steve, an ardent Packers aficionado, takes a unique perspective at how the principles of dynasty and legacy ripple through the sports and business worlds. Together, we navigate the delicate balance of continuous striving and avoiding the pitfall of complacency in both arenas.Steve's journey from childhood to the helm of a successful company in...2023-11-1527 min
EUVCEUVC #227 Marc Penkala, āltitude & Michael Sidgmore, BroadhavenThis episode is a first of its kind, ‘cos we sat down one of the managers we’ve decided to back here at eu.vc for a pitch session with one of our good friends in the LP ecosystem. So in this episode, you’ll hear two voices from each side of the table: that of Marc Penkala founding GP of Altitude, a 70 M€ early stage fund to close the European SME gap, and Michael Sidgmore, Partner and co-founder of Broadhaven Ventures, a US-based global early-stage financial technology investor that invests principal capital into fintech companies, VC funds, and incubates asset ma...2023-10-0253 min
The European VCEUVC #215 Niels Fritze, Scale InvestToday we are happy to welcome Niels Fritze, Head of Scale Invest, a young Single Family Office, where he oversees all aspects of the family's financial affairs, including investment management, estate planning, and wealth preservation.Niels utilizes his expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and strategic decision-making to optimize the family's wealth and ensure their long-term financial security.Jump to the parts that matter to you 🎧 and watch the highlights below 👀 00:00:00 - European VC on Marc Penkala’s Rooftop Terrace00:02:26 - Transitioning to a Family Wealth Management00:05:25 - The Black Swan Year and Market U...2023-09-1151 min
EUVCEUVC #215 Niels Fritze, Scale Invest on Family Office perspectives on VentureToday we are happy to welcome Niels Fritze, Head of Scale Invest, a young Single Family Office, where he oversees all aspects of the family's financial affairs, including investment management, estate planning, and wealth preservation.Niels utilizes his expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and strategic decision-making to optimize the family's wealth and ensure their long-term financial security.Jump to the parts that matter to you 🎧 and watch the highlights below 👀00:00:00 - European VC on Marc Penkala’s Rooftop Terrace00:02:26 - Transitioning to a Family Wealth Management00:05:25 - The Black Swan Year and Market U...2023-09-1151 min
The European VCEUVC #192 LP Series - Daniel Schex, Investment Professional at FINVIA on Multi Family Offices in EuropeWelcome to the first episode of a mini-series spotlighting European LPs’ perspectives on venture investing in Europe. In this first episode, we’re joined by Daniel Schex, PE & VC Investment Professional at FINVIA, a leading Multi Family Office in Germany serving the special needs of high-net-worth individuals. FINVIA has 4,5bn EUR in Assets Under Management on their platform, investing in funds and building a global portfolio across different strategies and verticals.A special thanks goes out to dear friend Marc Penkala from Altitude for joining us for these episodes not only as co-host for the seri...2023-07-1145 min
VC LunchMarc Penkala - Über Erfahrungen als Junior VC und das Gründen eines VC Fonds | VC LunchEin mal die komplette Venture Supply Chain abgeklappert: Vom Startup-Gründer über VC-Investor zum LP-Investor; Und irgendwie auch wieder zurück. Marc Penkala hat was das angeht schon Einiges erlebt und baut derzeit mit altitude seinen eigenen Venture Fund auf.
Dadurch konnte Marc mir Einiges über die Lernkurve im VC erzählen und was einen guten VC und auch General Partner ausmacht.
Außerdem sprechen wir über die Motivation und Herausforderungen, einen neuen Fonds aufzustellen.
Musik: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sV0Aqmt1Uck
Venture Capital | Startup | Investor | Finance...2022-12-1950 min
Silicon Allee PodcastsHow to Start a VC FundA conversation with Marc Penkala about the decision making and practical steps to starting a VC fund + insights into the current market. Have you thought about getting into VC in Germany? What are the steps? What should you consider before launching a fund and, importantly, how is the current economic environment affecting LP investment […]2022-12-0128 min
deutsche-startups.de-PodcastInsider #128: Homelike - Bardeen - Xeotek - Molab.ai - Cinference - Junto - 7Learnings - AltitudeDie Themen: Home24 - Westwing - Homelike - Bardeen - Xeotek - F&B Software - Janna Ensthaler - Molab.ai - Cinference - Junto - 7Learnings - Saleauto.de - Altitude
+++ Home24, Westwing und Co. im Zeichen von Corona, Inflation und Ukraine-Krise #ANALYSE
+++ Investmentrunde bei Homelike geplatzt - Merger mit Wunderflats gescheitert #EXKLUSIV
+++ Insight investiert 15 Millionen Euro in 468-Investment Bardeen #EXKLUSIV
+++ 468 Capital investiert in Xeotek und F&B Software #EXKLUSIV
+++ Unternehmerin und Investorin Janna Ensthaler wird neue TV-Löwin #ANALYSE
+++ Picus Capital investiert in die BioTech-Startups Molab.ai und Cinference #EXKLUSIV
+++ Zahlreiche Angel-Investor:innen investieren in Junto #EXKLUSIV
+++ Ventech i...2022-05-1650 min
Voice of FinTech®Venture building and investing with Marc Penkala, hosted by Wani BaumgartnerMarc Penkala, a VC angel investor, entrepreneur, and fund advisor, discussed his highly successful investment journey leading to his current investment vehicle, Minimal VC, with Wani Baumgartner, Finance and Life Sciences recruiter and the Voice of FinTech's guest host.Here are some of the insights that Marc shared:How serendipity plays a role and has led to some of his best investmentsThe importance of team-centric when deciding to investHow he de-risks despite having a high-risk toleranceThe need of being intimately aware of your biasesWhy and how to networkHis ten principles on life gained from lessons derived...2021-11-2533 min
Founders Faces. C-Faces: C-Level im Fokus.#FoundersFaces No. 33: Das Reisen hat mir de facto mehr gegeben als das Studiummit Marc Penkala (Minimal VC) und Martin Möllmann (HTGF)
In der aktuellen Episode von FoundersFaces ist Marc Penkala zu Gast. Marc ist der Gründer von Minimal VC GmbH.
Marc wusste schon früh, wohin genau sein Weg einmal führen sollte: in die Gründung.
Bereits zum Ende des Abiturs hat er mit einer Fashion Boutique sein erstes Business aufgebaut und zum Ende des Studiums gleich sein zweites. Beide Gründungen haben ihm für den weiteren Verlauf seiner Karriere einige Learnings und AHA-Momente beschert.
Nach der Gründung hat Marc die Seite gewechselt und sich Mountain Partners angeschl...2021-11-0930 min