The Sure Shot Entrepreneur

Gopi Rangan
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The Sure Shot Entrepreneur

Successful entrepreneurs begin with the support of a few #earlybelievers. Gopi Rangan, founding partner at Sure Ventures, interviews venture capital investors in the Silicon Valley and beyond. Guests share insider stories on how they invest in early stage startups. Do you want to learn from real-life challenges, inspiring missions and important decisions by CEOs, founders, VCs, angels, and advisors? Listen to https://podcast.sure.ventures.

  1. Build AI Solutions for Overlooked Legacy Industries

    1 DAY AGO

    Build AI Solutions for Overlooked Legacy Industries

    Dave Anderson, founding general partner at Beat Ventures, discusses his approach to investing in tech startups targeting overlooked legacy industries. He highlights the role of AI in revolutionizing these industries, giving examples of predictive AI application in meat processing and generative AI in finance. Dave stresses the importance of building Silicon Valley networks for funding and hiring while maintaining close customer relationships for execution. Drawing from his unconventional journey into venture capital, he calls for more diversity in the industry to open up opportunities for both founders and investors.

    25 min
  2. Do Great Work. VCs Will Find You.

    12 NOV

    Do Great Work. VCs Will Find You.

    Yiğit Ihlamur, co-founder and general partner at Vela Partners, shares his unique venture capital approach, which combines data analysis with personal connections to identify exceptional founders. At Vela Partners, an algorithmic scan of companies helps narrow down investment choices, but final decisions hinge on assessing founder resilience and motivation during meetings. Yiğit explains that, typically, he has already decided to invest by the time he meets a founder; the meeting confirms his conviction. He also discusses AI’s role in shaping the future of productivity tools and offers valuable advice to founders on preparation and authenticity when seeking investment.

    30 min
  3. Use Your Superpowers, Don’t Dilute Your Efforts

    29 OCT

    Use Your Superpowers, Don’t Dilute Your Efforts

    Jessie Guo, an investment partner at Next Legacy Partners, shares her journey from early life in the northern China town of Dingxiang to a chance meeting with co-founder Russ Hall and joining the team at Next Legacy Partners. The firm supports mission-driven, early-stage tech startups and funds. Jessie discusses their approach to backing both emerging and established managers, highlighting the importance of diversity, discipline, and conviction in choosing investments.

    31 min
  4. Water Conservation to Venture Capital Through Arranged Marriage

    15 OCT

    Water Conservation to Venture Capital Through Arranged Marriage

    Lochan Alagh, co-founder of VC Nest, shares her journey from India to Silicon Valley, her work with nonprofits, and her transition into entrepreneurship and venture capital. She explains how VC Nest is addressing gaps in the VC ecosystem by supporting emerging fund managers through collaboration, networking, education, and thought leadership. Lochan emphasizes the need to prioritize founder support over just maximizing returns, fostering a healthier venture capital landscape.

    27 min
  5. Grit and Passion are Important; Ideas are a Dime a Dozen

    1 OCT

    Grit and Passion are Important; Ideas are a Dime a Dozen

    Shreesha Ramdas, a successful serial entrepreneur and angel investor, shares his investment approach, which focuses on the individual stories of entrepreneurs rather than just their business ideas. He discusses the changing face of entrepreneurship in India and highlights the significance of community for founders through the story of how Funda, a thriving community of founders, investors, and operators, came to life.

    32 min
  6. Learn How to Take Advice from the Right People at the Right Time

    17 SEPT

    Learn How to Take Advice from the Right People at the Right Time

    Rajan Maruthavanan, Cofounder and Managing Partner at Upekkha, shares deep insights into the dynamics of building B2B startups from India for global markets, particularly in the US. He discusses the strengths and challenges of Indian founders, such as thriving in vertical, niche markets versus struggling with infrastructure and dev tools for global adoption. Rajan emphasizes the importance of founders learning how to take advice and shares his thoughts on the key skills needed for founder success.

    31 min
  7. Impact a Billion and Make a Billion

    3 SEPT

    Impact a Billion and Make a Billion

    Raed Masri and Rama Chakaki, general partners at Transform VC, discuss their unique approach to venture capital, focusing on impact-driven investments and supporting diverse, underrepresented founders. Drawing from their diverse backgrounds as entrepreneurs and investors, they discuss how they evaluate startups, form investment convictions, and challenge traditional industry norms. Raed and Rama also provide practical advice for founders seeking to make the most of their early meetings with venture capitalists.

    30 min
  8. Build Businesses to Make Everyone’s Lives Better

    20 AUG

    Build Businesses to Make Everyone’s Lives Better

    Aaron Webster, Managing Director at Cameron Ventures, shares his experience in the dynamic world of venture capital, with a focus on InsurTech and FinTech investments at seed and Series A. He explains the evolving trends within these sectors and emphasizes the critical role of data infrastructure in driving innovation. Aaron shares insights into what he looks for in potential investments, particularly the importance of strong data management and the integration of technology with business models.

    25 min
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Successful entrepreneurs begin with the support of a few #earlybelievers. Gopi Rangan, founding partner at Sure Ventures, interviews venture capital investors in the Silicon Valley and beyond. Guests share insider stories on how they invest in early stage startups. Do you want to learn from real-life challenges, inspiring missions and important decisions by CEOs, founders, VCs, angels, and advisors? Listen to https://podcast.sure.ventures.

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  • Creator
    Gopi Rangan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    155
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022 The Sure Shot Entrepreneur
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