We are thrilled to share with you the first episode of the NEUVC Podcast Series, a special limited edition podcast dedicated to those embarking on and advancing their journey in the venture capital industry.

This series features insightful discussions hosted by the rockstar duo Freddie Macpherson, analyst at Isomer Capital, and Linda Võeras, associate at Karma Ventures 🎙️🔥

The series aims to unveil how the superpowers necessary to become a great VC can be discovered, developed and leveraged for success in the VC world.

To provide a well-rounded perspective, the series includes conversations with a diverse group of industry experts, including managing partners, recruiters, principals, and marketing specialists. Their varied viewpoints offer listeners a comprehensive understanding of how to improve their skills and effectiveness in the venture capital sector.

Watch the teaser below 👀 below that the very first episode with Martin Krag from byFounders

In our first episode of the series, say hi to Martin Krag 👋

Martin Krag is a partner at byFounders, a seed fund looking to back the best tech founders in the new Nordics. We spoke to Martin to hear how he rose to partner in four years, the firm culture and coaching the courage to do so, and, of course, his own secret sauce of excellence 🚀

Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction of Martin, Investment Focus, and Impact Mandate00:01:52 - Incentive alignment and portfolio assistance00:03:24 - Joining a Startup Venture Capital Firm00:04:44 - The importance of decisiveness for VCs00:06:07 - Using Analysts for Understanding Spaces and Sectors00:07:43 - Progression and Responsibility Levels00:09:17 - The Importance of Curiosity and Quick Learning00:10:41 - Finding Focus and Prioritizing00:12:09 - Balancing Networking and Board Responsibilities00:13:35 - The Fluid Partnership with Founders and Career Development00:15:09 - Building a Strong Team and Defined Roles00:16:42 - Calibrating New Hires for Long-Term Aspirations00:18:04 - Transparency and Core Values in VC Industry00:19:39 - Career Progression and Future at the Fund00:21:18 - The Responsibility of Partners and Youngsters in Investment Decisions00:22:40 - Avoidable Mistakes made by Junior VC Team00:24:29 - Being Patient and Calibrating Before Making Decisions00:25:58 - The Perspective of a Poker Player-Investor00:27:30 - Dreaming with the Founders00:28:57 - Diversifying Experience in the VC Industry00:30:42 - Choosing between being a VC or Founder00:32:19 - The Challenges of Being a VC00:34:14 - Building a Fund and Firm00:36:15 - Experience and Bad Judgment

Upcoming events

📺 Virtual events we’re hosting

Data-Driven Portfolio Modeling | Jan 17, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Winning with non-dilutive funding in Europe | Dec 11, 2023, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

🤝 In-person events we’re attending

Hit us up if you’re going, we’d love to connect!

GoWest | 📆 6 - 8 February | 🌍 Gothenburg, Sweden

Odense Investor Summit | 📆 13 - 15 March | 🌍 Odense, Denmark

SuperVenture | 📆 4 - 6 June | 🌍 Berlin, Germany

Nordic LP Forum & TechBBQ | 📆 September | 🌍 Copenhagen, Denmark

North Star & GITEX Global | 📆 14 - 18 Oct | 🌍 Dubai, UAE

GITEX Europe 2025 | 📆 23 - 25 May 2025 | 🌍 Berlin, Germany

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