In this episode, Jack Richardson and Marcus Feumann explore Marcus's entrepreneurial journey, starting with his early ventures and the founding of Delivery Hero. They discuss the scaling challenges faced in food delivery and insights into the industry's evolution. Marcus shares experiences from the hardest fundraising rounds and his views on the future of quick commerce. The conversation transitions to his venture capital career and his involvement with Graphios, a company focused on scalable, sustainable housing and construction technology. They delve into market opportunities in the construction housing industry and compare leadership dynamics at Graphios versus Delivery Hero. The episode wraps up with quick-fire lessons and tech opportunities.
(0:00) Introduction and Sponsor Mention
(0:39) Guest Introduction: Marcus Feumann and Background
(3:28) Marcus Feumann's Early Ventures and Founding Delivery Hero
(7:09) Scaling Challenges at Delivery Hero and Food Delivery Insights
(14:14) Hardest Fundraising Rounds and Future of Quick Commerce
(19:41) Transition to Venture Capital
(24:51) Graphios: Scalable, Sustainable Housing and Construction Tech
(29:52) Future of the Construction Housing Industry and Market Opportunities
(37:29) Leadership and Management Evolution at Graphios vs Delivery Hero
(41:46) Quick Fire Round: Lessons Learned and Opportunities in Tech
(44:16) Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs