In this episode, Robert Olsen, Vice Chair, Private Capital at Nicola Wealth, explores venture capital investing with Matt Harris, Partner at Bain Capital Ventures, and Geoff Taylor, Principal, Private Equity and Venture Capital at Nicola Wealth.

Matt contrasts venture capital with private equity, emphasizing the bold visions and ‘why now’ factors that drive successful investments. He shares insights from his career journey and the evolution of Bain Capital Ventures into a bi-coastal specialist in key verticals like financial services, industrials, and healthcare.

The conversation addresses the challenges of market bubbles, particularly the speculative mania of 2021, and the importance of maintaining steady investment pacing. Geoff also adds depth to the discussion, sharing his approach to managing evergreen funds, highlighting the balance between deployment and returns.

The episode also explores the transformative potential of fintech and generative AI, discussing how these technologies are reshaping industries and creating new investment opportunities.

Learn more about Nicola Wealth's Venture Capitalist strategies.

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