What is the single most important component in the success of a startup? Experienced venture capitalist Khaled Talhouni believes it is the founders, and that those who are less risk-averse have a better likelihood of getting their startup off the ground successfully. Khaled is the Managing Partner of Nuwa Capital, a self-described radical investment platform that seeks to reshape the relationship between the founders of promising startups and those who are investing in them. Nuwa is focused on creating true partnerships with the founders in their network, providing not only capital to their startups, but supporting them with mentorship from a community of seasoned entrepreneurs and offering hands-on assistance from subject matter experts. Keen to dig into Khaled's thoughts on how we can change the way venture capital operates, we invited him to join our host Vuk Zlatarov in the studio for a conversation. In this full episode of The Change Officer Podcast, Khaled shares his unique insider perspective on not only what founders need to know about launching their startup in the current financial climate, but also how investors can change their approach and involvement to give these companies the best chance of success. Tune in to the full episode to find out: - What are the most crucial things venture capitalists should know when investing in a startup?- What value can investing platforms offer in the startup space beyond capital and profit?- What makes a founder that venture capitalists want to invest in?Enjoy!#TheChangeOfficerCheck out Nuwa Capital: https://nuwacapital.io/🎬 This episode is produced by Poddster, an end-to-end video podcast production company that helps businesses conceptualize, produce, manage, and grow podcasts for their brand.Click this link to book a free consultation with Poddster's team or rent a studio: https://poddster.com/book-free-consultation/📹 Check out Poddster studio based in Dubai Media City: https://poddster.com/podcast-studio-dubai/✨ They say the change is the only constant. If this is true, we want to know what is the change ahead. To get the answers, our hosts Ivan Zeljkovic and Vuk Zlatarov are talking to the change-makers themselves.We invite you to join us on the journey of getting the answer. ✨Follow The Change Officer:https://www.thechangeofficer.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechangeofficerLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-change-officer-podcastTwitter - https://twitter.com/changeofficer_