RRE POV

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RRE POV

Demystifying the conversations we're already here at RRE and with our portfolio companies. In each episode, your hosts, Will Porteous, Raju Rishi, and Jason Black will dive deeply into topics that are shaping the future, from satellite technology to digital health, to venture investing, and much more.

  1. 12/16/2024

    Gaurav Sharma and Capitalize

    This week, Will and Raju are joined by Gaurav Sharma, CEO and co-founder of Capitalize, an RRE portfolio company. Gaurav takes listeners through his journey from the shores of Australia to Wall Street, and ultimately to founding Capitalize. Capitalize strives to simplify the complexities of saving within America’s retirement system. Gaurav shares how he developed his entrepreneurial drive, the invaluable lessons he gained during his time in investment banking, and the insights he acquired while building Capitalize. Show Highlights  (00:00) Introduction (01:56) Gaurav’s backstory and what brought him to the U.S. (3:52) What drew Gaurav into financial services (6:47) The impetus behind starting Capitalize (10:52) The lessons Gaurav took away from working under David Einhorn  (13:16) Capitalize and how it helps make the retirement savings market less complicated (23:14) The business partners of Capitalize (24:54) What’s on the horizon for Capitalize and the services it offers (28:30) Lessons that Gaurav’s learned through trying to build Capitalize (31:24) Gatling gun segment Links  Capitalize: https://www.hicapitalize.com RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    41 min

  2. 12/02/2024

    Breakthrough Technologies

    In this week's episode, Will and Raju delve into emerging breakthrough technologies and their potential to reshape our world. They explore the future of geothermal energy and its promise to revolutionize energy markets and transform residential power consumption. The conversation shifts to advancements in space technology, focusing on SpaceX's Starship and its far-reaching implications for space exploration and commercial travel. They also examine cutting-edge innovations in solar cells and chiplet technology, highlighting their impact on energy efficiency and semiconductor manufacturing. Lastly, Will and Raju discuss groundbreaking healthcare developments, including gene editing and weight loss drugs, reflecting on their ethical and societal challenges. Show Highlights (00:00) Introduction (01:35) The emergence of geothermal technology (5:03) Fracking: short-term or long-term problem (9:38) Space, rockets, and the SpaceX Starship (17:06) The potential of solar cells (24:35) Chiplets and manufacturing (32:02) The rise of weight loss drugs (39:28) Gene editing treatments (45:25) Gatling gun segment Links  RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    53 min

  3. 11/18/2024

    Anushka Salinas: First Time CEO

    Anushka Salinas joins Will and Raju to share her experience as a first-time CEO, having led RRE portfolio company Nanit for the past six months.  Anushka describes her journey to the top as the textbook definition of the American Dream.  The child of Indian immigrants, she cut her teeth in the fashion industry and now calls the shots on the future of parenting technology.  In this week's episode, Anushka discusses Nanit’s unique products, the cultural shifts she’s driving within the organization, and her vision for empowering modern parents through innovation. Show Highlights (00:00) Introduction (01:45) Anushka's background before Nanit (04:55) The early stages of Anushka's career (08:23) The moment Anushka knew it was time to take the next step in her career (11:53) Rent The Runway and giving power to women in business (15:16) Growing professionally while building up a business (17:32) Making the decision to come to Nanit (21:21) Looking back on the first six months as CEO of Nanit (25:37) Making cultural changes at Nanit and establishing leadership (28:47) The vision for Nanit going forward (33:38) Gatling gun segment Links RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    44 min

  4. 11/04/2024

    Applied AI

    Join hosts Will and Raju on this week’s episode of RRE POV as they delve into the transformative world of applied AI. Discover how AI is reshaping industries, sparking innovation, and challenging startups and established giants. With an eye on the future, Will and Raju reveal the real-world opportunities—and the obstacles—facing companies eager to harness AI’s power. Show Highlights (00:00) Introduction (01:15) Raju’s thoughts on applied AI (06:16) Should you invest in big AI platforms right now? (09:58) Start-ups that will thrive in the AI revolution (12:51) How AI companies can create a sustainable advantage (16:24) Is GenAI worth the investment? (19:37) The headwinds of wide-scale AI deployment (24:29) What companies need to be thinking about when it comes to AI (27:37) The value of generating new data (32:00) Gatling gun segment Links RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    43 min

  5. 10/21/2024

    Ron Fisher and an X-Ray View into Avina

    In this episode of RRE POV, hosts Will and Raju sit down with Ron Fisher, Co-Founder and CEO of Avina, one of RRE’s latest portfolio companies. Avina positions itself as offering “X-Ray Vision for Your Sales Team,” bringing together insights from Ron's diverse and innovative background. From pioneering social media advancements with the Israeli Defense Force to applying lessons from his previous startup, Ron explains why Avina is on the cutting edge (even for AI standards) and caught the attention of Will and Raju. Show Highlights (00:00) Introduction (01:01) Previewing Ron’s impressive background (02:05) Growing social media for the Israeli Defense Force (04:36) Lessons from the IDF that Ron brought to Avina (05:38) Stories from Ron’s time with the IDF (06:59) Tips to grow podcast listenership and online audiences (07:57) What Ron learned from working for Nielsen (10:59) The origins of Bowtie (15:20) Transitioning from Megacorps to startups (18:49) Avina and the company’s services (20:54) Avina’s solutions and how it stands out on the market (27:41) How and why you should get in touch with Avina (30:32) Ron’s thoughts on GenAI (32:13) Gatling gun segment Links RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    38 min

  6. 10/07/2024

    Managing Burn

    In this episode of RRE POV, hosts Will and Raju delve into the crucial strategies for effectively managing organizational burn. While securing substantial funding may seem like a major win, it’s important to remember that resources are finite. This discussion focuses on optimizing the use of capital during the early "tinkering" and product development phases. Additionally, they share insights on recognizing when burn rates are unsustainable and the steps required to realign your financial strategy for long-term success. Show Highlights  (00:00) Introduction (00:44) Managing burn as a company (03:59) The importance of the “tinkering phase” when it comes to your budget (08:25) Remaining financially disciplined during the product phase (12:25) Warning signs that you’re starting to burn too much (19:14) What do you do once you’ve burnt too much (27:19) Tips to getting around burn management (33:56) Gatling gun segment Links RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    38 min

  7. 09/23/2024

    Vishal Gupta and True Markets

    In this episode of RRE POV, Will and Raju are joined by one of Raju’s old pals, Vishal Gupta. With a background in finance, Vishal has leveraged his experience to find great success in the ever-growing world of crypto. You’ll hear about his journey from Goldman Sachs to becoming the Head of Exchange at Coinbase. Incredibly, the story doesn’t even end there, as he’s writing his current chapter at TrueX. If you want to learn something new or just want to hear two old friends catch up, then you don’t want to miss this one! Show Highlights  (00:00) Introduction (02:25) Vishal’s jump from finance to crypto (9:45) Launching USDC and its public perception (15:19) Responsibilities and accomplishments at Coinbase (19:34) Leaving Coinbase to join TrueX (29:18) How TrueX plans to stand out in the market (33:02) Leveraging finance experience to flourish in the world of crypto (35:08) Stories from the early days of crypto (37:43) Vishal's investments and what attracts him (39:33) Favorite previous job (40:55) Gatling gun segment Links RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    52 min

  8. 09/09/2024

    Enterprise Marketing

    In this episode of RRE POV, Will and Raju break down the basics of enterprise marketing. From figuring out where to start, to nailing a memorable marketing campaign, this is an essential listen. Will and Raju bring decades of experience to the table, and this 30-minute crash course is what you need to know if you’re hoping to grow your organization. Show Highlights (00:00) Introduction (00:47) What is “enterprise marketing?” (03:48) Where do companies need to start? (07:51) The relationship between sales and marketing (11:57) Raju’s tips for entrepreneurs (14:53) The role of channel partners (17:18) The 70/30 shift (21:00) Thinking of marketing as a product (25:35) Avoiding crowded markets (27:45) Gatling gun segment Links RRE POV Website: https://rre.com/rrepov X: @RRE Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131

    35 min
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Demystifying the conversations we're already here at RRE and with our portfolio companies. In each episode, your hosts, Will Porteous, Raju Rishi, and Jason Black will dive deeply into topics that are shaping the future, from satellite technology to digital health, to venture investing, and much more.

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    RRE Ventures
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    26
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