Winners Welcome

Harlem Capital
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The Winners Welcome Podcast, by Harlem Capital, brings elite founders and top investors into thoughtful conversations on pushing past possible, sharing the conviction, standards, and lessons behind building generational companies. Harlem Capital is a venture capital firm that backs the next generation of winners. The firm partners with exceptional founders with the irrational motivation to build generational companies. All Winners Welcome. We’d love to hear from you. Share your feedback at info@harlem.capital or DM us @HarlemCapital, and if you’re enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and review.

  1. Inside Cadre: What It Takes to Modernize a $20T Industry

    6D AGO

    Inside Cadre: What It Takes to Modernize a $20T Industry

    Today’s conversation with Ryan Williams explores what it really takes to modernize a trillion-dollar asset class and build through cycles in one of the most competitive markets in the world. We discuss raising over $100M from top-tier investors, facilitating billions in real estate transactions, and the leadership, conviction, and resilience required to earn trust in private markets.Ryan Williams is the Co-Founder of Cadre, a technology platform that has powered $5B+ in real estate transactions and helped redefine access to institutional-quality investments. He is known for his work at the intersection of fintech and real estate, bringing transparency, liquidity, and data-driven infrastructure to historically opaque markets.Our podcast is sponsored by Gunderson Dettmer #PoweredByGundersonTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:04 Who Ryan Is (Goldman → Blackstone → Cadre)1:34 SaaS Apocalypse or AI Opportunity?2:21 What Actually Makes SaaS Companies Win in AI3:32 The Real Moat: Trust + Data Flywheel4:09 Why Speed Is Now Table Stakes5:43 Building Cadre: Digitizing Real Estate6:19 Creating Trust Through Transparency8:05 AI-Native vs “AI Layered” Companies10:42 Trust Before Transactions (Harlem Capital POV)11:34 How to Build Trust & Legitimacy12:21 Play the Long Game in Relationships13:43 Why Most People Lose at Networking16:57 95% of Investors Said No20:32 Who You Want in the Trenches With You21:44 Surviving When Your Business Hits Zero Revenue23:23 How Great Investors Show Up in Crisis24:52 The Importance of Mentors in Hard Times26:35 Building a Company in the AI Era27:20 Why Speed Changes Everything29:15 Talent Is the Ultimate Moat30:51 Operating Lean in the AI Age32:08 Mission-Driven Teams Win33:12 Why You Must Think Unconventionally34:26 Leaving Blackstone to Build Something Bigger36:06 There’s Never a Perfect Time to Start37:07 AI Will Create a New Wave of Builders38:32 Jump Into the Deep End39:52 OutroMore on our guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanawilliams1/More on Brandon:https://harlem.capital/team/brandon-bryanthttps://www.youtube.com/@Wallstreetpaperhttps://x.com/wallstreetpaperThe Winners Welcome Podcast, by Harlem Capital, brings elite founders and top investors into thoughtful conversations on pushing past possible, sharing the conviction, standards, and lessons behind building generational companies.Harlem Capital is a venture capital firm that backs the next generation of winners. The firm partners with exceptional founders with the irrational motivation to build generational companies. All Winners Welcome.We’d love to hear from you. Share your feedback at info@harlem.capital or DM us @HarlemCapital, and if you’re enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and review.

    41 min
  2. Inside Google Ventures: $13B VC Fund’s Consumer AI Strategy

    MAR 15

    Inside Google Ventures: $13B VC Fund’s Consumer AI Strategy

    Today’s conversation with KJ Sidberry explores where we are in the AI super cycle and why consumer technology may be entering a new renaissance. We discuss how AI could reshape healthcare, education, play, and storytelling, and what Google Ventures looks for in the next generation of founders. KJ Sidberry is a Partner at Google Ventures (GV), where he focuses on consumer and AI-native companies. Previously an investor at Forerunner Ventures, he’s known for his thoughtful perspectives on technology, culture, and the future of consumer products. Our podcast is sponsored by Gunderson Dettmer #PoweredByGunderson Timestamps: 0:00 Intro + why KJ is one of the top voices in consumer AI 1:52 Why consumer is due for a renaissance 3:28 How AI democratizes access in healthcare and therapy 5:18 AI should make us more human, not less human 8:03 Lessons from Oura Ring and the future of consumer hardware 12:45 Why wearable tech is becoming identity and status 13:42 How AI could transform education 16:56 Personalized learning and better employment outcomes 19:35 Alpha School, AI learning, and new education models 21:39 The future of play: AI toys, companions, and parenting 26:01 Why storytelling may be one of AI’s biggest categories 30:34 What Google Ventures looks for in founders 33:10 How GV supports founders after investing 34:19 Where we are in the AI super cycle 36:45 The behavior changes AI may already be driving 37:26 Why joy and delight matter more than productivity alone 38:31 Founder advice: build with velocity and scratch your own itch 41:40 Outro More on KJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kjsid/ More on Brandon: https://harlem.capital/team/brandon-bryant https://www.youtube.com/@Wallstreetpaper https://x.com/wallstreetpaper The Winners Welcome Podcast, by Harlem Capital, brings elite founders and top investors into thoughtful conversations on pushing past possible, sharing the conviction, standards, and lessons behind building generational companies. Harlem Capital is a venture capital firm that backs the next generation of winners. The firm partners with exceptional founders with the irrational motivation to build generational companies. All Winners Welcome. We’d love to hear from you. Share your feedback at info@harlem.capital or DM us @HarlemCapital, and if you’re enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and review.

    42 min
  3. 72. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Andrew Gazdecki

    01/09/2024

    72. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Andrew Gazdecki

    In this episode, Nicole DeTommaso speaks with Andrew Gazdecki, founder and CEO of Acquire. Having built multiple startups, including one he bootstrapped to $10M in annual recurring revenue, Andrew founded Acquire to make acquisitions easier for startups across the globe. Tune in as Nicole and Andrew discuss bootstrapping versus venture capital funding, building a brand through content and media, getting acquisition offers, and more.

    36 min
  4. 71. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Beezer Clarkson

    01/04/2024

    71. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Beezer Clarkson

    In this episode, Nicole DeTommaso connects with Beezer Clarkson, Managing Director at Sapphire Partners. With over 15 years of experience in venture capital, predominantly on the LP side, Beezer provides insights into what institutional LPs look for when evaluating emerging managers. They discuss Sapphire's new $2 billion program focused on emerging VC managers in partnership with CalSTRS, as well as the importance of having an authentic investing strategy and portfolio construction. Tune in for tangible advice for early-stage funds on positioning for success in a tougher fundraising environment.

    41 min
  5. 70. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Ruben Harris

    12/19/2023

    70. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Ruben Harris

    In this episode, Nicole DeTommaso speaks with Ruben Harris, Founder and CEO of Career Karma. Ruben started Career Karma in 2018 to provide career navigation technology to help people explore growth opportunities, and has now raised $52 million in funding and serves over 1 million people per month looking for career advice. Tune in as Nicole and Ruben discuss how he utilized media like Twitter and podcasting to jumpstart his entrepreneurial career, build Career Karma's audience, and fundraise. They also talk about Ruben's approach to developing strong convictions as a founder and get his take on AI.

    48 min
  6. 69. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Elizabeth Yin

    12/12/2023

    69. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Elizabeth Yin

    In this episode, Nicole DeTommaso chats with Elizabeth Yin, co-founder and General Partner at Hustle Fund, a venture capital firm aimed at democratizing wealth through startups. They delve into the importance of having a niche in VC, Hustle Fund's unique approach to investment promotion, and their focus on post-pre-seed startups with proven product-market fit. Discover how grassroots methods like cold emailing play a role in product testing and feedback, and learn about Hustle Fund's support for non-serial entrepreneurs and their global funding opportunities.

    36 min
  7. 68. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Peter Walker

    12/05/2023

    68. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Peter Walker

    In this episode, Nicole DeTommaso talks with Peter Walker, Head of Insights at Carta. Carta manages over two trillion dollars in equity for nearly two million people globally. The company is trusted by more than 30,000 companies, over 5,000 investment funds, and half a million employees for cap table management, compensation management, liquidity venture capital solutions, and more. Together, Nicole and Peter explore the dynamics shaping the VC market, startup valuations, and the impact of equity on employee tenure. From dissecting the intricacies of data visualization and compensation trends to discussing the potential downturn in diversity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this episode offers a deep dive into the current state of the venture capital industry. Join us as we uncover critical insights and expert perspectives on the evolving landscape of equity, funding, and diversity in the startup ecosystem.

    47 min
  8. 67. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Nichole Wischoff

    11/28/2023

    67. More Equity: Media Masterminds - Nichole Wischoff

    In this episode, Nicole DeTommaso chats with Nichole Wischoff, founder of Wischoff Ventures, which invests in early-stage, high-growth tech companies transitioning massive offline industries to online platforms. Join us as they explore Nichole’s journey of building her brand on social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok, her unique strategies for standing out in a landscape of limited capital and fewer firms, and her insights on engaging with potential investors and partners. They'll also explore the challenges of fund-raising and the role of social media in storytelling and building professional relationships. Tune in to discover how Nichole Wischoff navigates the competitive world of tech venture capital, balances online presence, and harnesses curiosity and research to drive her investment interests.

    46 min
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The Winners Welcome Podcast, by Harlem Capital, brings elite founders and top investors into thoughtful conversations on pushing past possible, sharing the conviction, standards, and lessons behind building generational companies. Harlem Capital is a venture capital firm that backs the next generation of winners. The firm partners with exceptional founders with the irrational motivation to build generational companies. All Winners Welcome. We’d love to hear from you. Share your feedback at info@harlem.capital or DM us @HarlemCapital, and if you’re enjoying the podcast, please subscribe, rate, and review.

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  • Creator
    Harlem Capital
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    74
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Harlem Capital
  • Show Website
    Winners Welcome

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