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New to VentureEp 013 - Katie Mulligan, Director of Platform at Pillar VCThere is SO much more to VC than writing checks❗
In episode 013 of “New to Venture”, I sat down with Katie Mulligan, the Director of Platform at Pillar VC, to go behind-the-scenes of one of the top early stage firms! Platform is the backbone of most VC firms, so I’m excited to give you all an inside look. In this episode, we also share fun stories like my experience interviewing for an internship with Pillar VC and Katie’s time as a TV show host. If you don’t want to be an investor, but still want to work...2024-01-0351 min
New to VentureEp 012 - Kasey Zhang, VC Investor at Audacious VenturesPro-gamer turned entrepreneur turned VC investor? 🤯
In episode 012 of “New to Venture”, I sat down with a friend and fellow Northeastern Alumni, Kasey Zhang. Kasey is a VC investor at Audacious Ventures, one of the best up-and-coming early stage VC firms. Kasey has always impressed me with his drive, knowledge, and intelligence. I hope he does the same for you! Listen to two Northeastern Huskies share stories about startups, college, entrepreneurship, and VC recruiting!
Here are just a few of his crazy accomplishments:
- Founded and sold an Esports startup 🕹️
- Previous Mana...2023-12-2745 min
New to VentureEp 011 - Helene Servillon, Founding Partner at JourneyOne VenturesLearn how this VC is lifting stigmas in frontier wellness!
Misunderstood markets and non-traditional verticals hold so much unrealized value! From breathwork studios, to cannabis tech, to MDMA therapy, most venture capital dollars overlook the massive value in these untapped markets. In episode 011 of “New to Venture”, I sat down with Helene Servillon, Founding Partner at JourneyOne Ventures. We dive deep into the world of misunderstood markets, frontier wellness, and the difficulties of building a VC firm. If you’re looking for new industries to invest in, give this episode a listen!
Here ar...2023-12-2059 min
New to VentureEp 010 - Jane Chen, Principal at Blue 9 CapitalSo this is venture capital, but even cooler? 🤔
In episode 010 of “New to Venture”, I had the pleasure of speaking to Jane Chen, Principal at Blue 9 Capital. When people think of venture capital investing, they think of the big VC firms like Accel and Sequoia Capital. What people don’t know is that family offices also invest in startups and can perform just as well! VC is already such a secretive industry, but the world of family offices is even more secretive and maybe even more glamorous. Founders have to pitch to VCs, but VCs have to pitch to...2023-12-1341 min
New to VentureEp 009 - Patrick Chung, General Partner at XfundReady to hear some of the best VC stories? 🤯
This episode of “New to Venture” perfectly encapsulates the very reason I created this podcast. In episode 009, Patrick Chung, General Partner at Xfund, shares some crazy stories from investing in Sam Altman, meeting the Prince of Wales, and seeing a legendary VC investor jump into a pool with a full suit on. Patrick is as sharp as a tack, extremely kind, super fun, and a fantastic role model. I’m so excited to share this with you all!
Here are just a few of his crazy accomplish...2023-12-0645 min
New to VentureEp 008 - Aidan Kittredge, Startup and VC Community BuilderWant to break into venture capital and startups?🦄💸
In episode 008 of “New to Venture”, I had a blast sharing stories with Aidan Kittredge, Program Manager at Techstars. Over the years, Aidan has taught me so much about being an upstanding member of the venture ecosystem and I hope she does the same for you! In this episode, Aidan and I discuss all things VC from the secretive recruiting process, building community, making friends, and sharing general advice. Aidan has some incredibly unique experiences and stories, make sure to tune in!
Here are just a few of her cra...2023-11-2954 min
New to VentureEp 007 - Robin Li, Operating Partner at GGV CapitalWhat changes as VCs gain more experience? 🌱📈
In episode 007 of “New to Venture”, I sat down with the amazing Robin Li, Partner at GGV Capital. Robin has cemented herself as a pillar in the VC ecosystem especially within women and AAPI groups. Outside of being an elite investor, Robin puts in a lot of effort to nurture the next generation of VCs and build community. In this episode, Robin’s deep passion for venture shines through as she shares good practices for younger VCs, tips for keeping yourself intellectually honest, and her favorite parts of being a VC!
H...2023-11-2236 min
New to VentureEp 006 - Jason Shuman, General Partner at Primary Venture PartnersWhat’s the difference between great VCs and the best ones? 🔝😎
If you’re going to listen to any episodes of “New to Venture”, make sure you listen to this one. Jason Shuman, General Partner at Primary Venture Partners, keeps it real about the world of VC while providing practical advice to reach the next level. I definitely wish I could listen to this when I started my first VC internship. In this episode, Jason and I dive deep into creating investment theses, standing out as a young investor, and his career highlights!
Here are just a few of...2023-11-1539 min
New to VentureEp 005 - Shai Goldman, Head of Brex XIRWhat’s the secret to in-person networking? 🤝📈👥
I sat down with a staple of the New York City venture ecosystem and super-connector, Shai Goldman, to talk about the importance of building your network! With 20+ years of experience, Shai has built a reputation in the startup community as a big supporter of founders, doing all that he can to help them reach their next milestone. On this episode of “New to Venture”, Shai shares stories of the early days of his career, compares the startup landscape in the east and west coasts, and gives tips on how to make the most o...2023-11-0844 min
New to VentureEp 004 - Brenda O'Connor Juanas, Senior Vice President at UBSWhere does Venture Capital fit within the finance ecosystem?🏦
On this episode of “New to Venture”, I sat down with Senior Vice President at UBS, Brenda O’Connor Juanas. My mind was absolutely blown when I attended her workshop at TheVentureCity summit earlier this year. You may recognize Brenda from TV as she appears frequently on major news outlets like Fox Business Network, BNN Bloomberg, and CNBC. Brenda helped me connect the dots between macro-economic factors and how they trickle down to affect the VC space. It was a huge unlock for me and I hope she does the s...2023-11-0142 min
Crypto Market WizardsHow Crypto Hedge Funds Work w/ Jae ChungEpisode 3 of Crypto Market Wizards, a new interview series focused on crypto traders in the trenches of the liquid markets (not VCs). Today we have Jae Chung from Manifold Trading talking about the state of the market and how he thinks the next bull market will play out. He also lays out his Web3 Consumer App thesis and how the next cycle has to be led by real products that real people use.
Follow Jae: https://twitter.com/_jaechung
Timestamps:
0:00 How Jae Got into Crypto
3:28 How Manifold Trading Makes Money
6:54 Pushing your Edge
8:36 Jae's...2023-10-2555 min
New to VentureEp 003 - Jonathan Chang, Founder of Daydream VenturesHow do you differentiate yourself when applying to roles in Venture Capital? 🗣
On this episode of “New to Venture”, I caught up with one of the rising stars in VC, Jonathan Chang. About a year and a half ago, I remember watching Jonathan’s Tiktoks to prepare for my VC interviews! Jonathan has become a celebrity amongst the aspiring VCs of Gen Z. I can’t think of anyone better to have on my podcast about being new to venture capital!
Here are just a few of his crazy accomplishments:
- One of the first V...2023-10-2549 min
New to VentureEp 002 - Giuseppe Stuto, Managing Partner at 186 VenturesHave you ever wanted to create and build a VC firm?🧐
I talked to the wonderful Gisuseppe Stuto about his journey creating 186 Ventures, one of top up-and-coming pre-seed & seed stage VC firms. Giuseppe has been so impactful in the Boston startup ecosystem as well as mentoring the next generation of VCs. It’s such an honor to have him as a guest!
Here are just a few of his other crazy accomplishments:
- Serial Entrepreneur backed by top VC firms like Flybridge, NEA, and Bessemer 🚀
- Business Insider’s “Most Important VCs in Bosto...2023-10-1850 min
New to VentureEp 001 - David Kidder, CEO of BionicI couldn’t have asked for a better first guest than the one and only David Kidder. I remember my dad used to read David's books to me every night before bed, and now he’s a guest on my show. Here are just a few of his crazy accomplishments:
- Ernst and Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year in 2008
- Serial Entrepreneur with 3 exits
- Co-author of multiple New York Times bestselling series
- Angel investor in 70+ startups
In this episode, we talk about the keys to being a succes...2023-10-1153 min