In this episode of StrictlyVC Download, Connie Loizos is joined by Chris Farmer, founder of SignalFire, to discuss the current state of venture capital. With many startups stuck in financial limbo and no clear path to exit, Farmer shares why he believes the industry has a structural problem. He also shares his perspective on new funding mechanisms, including secondary sales and venture buyouts, and why founders should rethink their exit strategies. Plus they touch on AI-driven investing and why having a decades worth of industry data gives SignalFire a competitive edge. 

00:00 - Introduction

02:02 - Chris Farmer on SignalFire’s Investment Strategy

04:28 - The Role of Data and AI in Venture Capital

06:52 - Measuring SignalFire’s Performance and Returns

08:38 - The Liquidity Challenge in Venture Capital

10:18 - The Rise of Secondary Sales and Venture Buyouts

13:02 - Alternative Financing Models for Startups

14:00 - The Impact of Political and Economic Shifts on VC

16:33 - Closing Thoughts and Future Predictions

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