Venture Capital

From an investor's POV — understand and imagine markets that will create fresh jobs, untried lives, and an entirely novel lifestyle where machines and humans will work together to share experiences and intelligence. Introduction In 2023, the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) is unquestionable, with the integration of data and…

If investing was like baseball, I’d strike out looking most every time. Thankfully, the markets provide an infinite set of opportunities as opposed to only 3 strikes allowed. I consider myself to be very patient and naturally skeptical when analyzing deals, and with Vanguard’s money market yielding ~5%, the opportunity…

Investor rejections are more thoughtful than most entrepreneurs realize. — Back when I was fundraising for my startups, I noticed a pattern in the way venture capitalists ended meetings. If they weren’t interested in investing, they’d always end meetings by saying something along the lines of, “I’d love to follow your progress. Keep in touch!” The first time I heard…

In today’s interconnected world, the network effect has emerged as a crucial force driving collaboration, problem-solving, and capitalisation on investment opportunities. It acts as a catalyst, bringing together diverse individuals, businesses, and resources to create a synergistic environment that fosters innovation, accelerates growth, and generates valuable outcomes. In essence, it…

Justin Renfro (We Funder) Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of interacting with some of the brightest minds in the startup ecosystem. Today, I want to share highlights from a truly enlightening conversation I recently had with Justin Renfro, Senior Director at Wefunder and a…

Now that we’ve journeyed through the meandering trails of the investment process and gained a comprehensive understanding of the Indian startup ecosystem, it’s time to pivot our focus toward your imminent venture capital voyage. As you stand poised at the brink of your own exhilarating odyssey, I encourage you to…

In the epic journey of an entrepreneur, the venture capital process extends beyond the realm of a mere financial transaction. It transforms into a captivating narrative of trust, mutual growth, and unwavering belief. Akin to the ‘Ship of Theseus’ paradox, a startup’s composition may evolve with time — team members…

As we dim the lights and draw the curtains on this saga, it’s time to cast our gaze toward the horizon — the future of the Indian startup ecosystem. A future that, much like the climactic reveal in a suspenseful Bollywood thriller, promises to be exciting, transformative, and rich with…

Startup studios, also known as venture studios, venture builders, or company builders, are company creators. They solve real problems by matching great business ideas with the best entrepreneurial talent. Studios test these ideas and back them with funding and resources to launch and grow powerful, scalable startups. They have become…