Nothing Ventured

By Aarish Shah - EmergeONE

In conversation with the people who make the start-up world go round. Join Aarish Shah as he talks to founders, investors, and operators across the tech and venture ecosystem exploring some of the les... more

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The podcast currently has 236 episodes available.

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July 18, 2024 Nicola Sinclair: The Evolution of Military Innovation | Episode 39
In this episode of Nothing Ventured with Aarish Shah, Nicola Sinclair,
founder of Twin Track Ventures, discusses the evolution of military
technology from sharing one laptop among eight people to the current
state of defense services. The conversation delves into topics such as
utilizing drones with guns, printing aircraft parts for quicker repairs,
leveraging interoperability, the role of science in defense, AUKUS
impact on emerging technologies, and the future of military
advancements. Tune in to gain insights into the intersection of
technology, defense, and innovation.
Timestamps:
00:20 Military technological evolution over time.
03:24 Evolution of military communication.
08:00 Collaboration in defense technology.
11:37 International cooperation in defense.
14:17 Dual-use technologies and applications.
17:27 International defense partnerships.
21:53 Military technology and innovation.
23:38 Commercialization of defense technologies.
27:07 Defense innovation and technology.
30:11 Technology applications in military strategy.
33:23 Ethical concerns about eVTOL.
37:26 Military innovation and risk-taking.
40:18 Impact of ITAR exemptions.
44:50 Peak drone technology.
45:30 Peak drone excitement.
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47min
July 11, 2024 Jan Reichelt: Navigating the EdTech Landscape | Episode 38
On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Jan Reichelt, founding partner of
Tenex Founders, discusses the global nature of education and edtech. Jan
shares insights on creating value, trusting your instincts as a
founder, and seizing opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of
having investors with founder backgrounds in Europe. Tune in to learn
about Jan's entrepreneurial journey, work-life balance, and contrarian
advice for engaging with VC partners.
Timestamps:
00:21 Edtech being immediately global.
06:24 EdTech innovations through toys.
08:17 EdTech exit strategies.
10:29 Acquiring publishers for digital growth.
14:33 Founder confidence and decision-making.
18:11 The genesis of 10X.
21:33 Founder's advantage in investing.
25:42 Finding the right balance.
27:44 European startup ecosystem challenges.
33:32 Entrepreneurial journey advice.
36:25 Entrepreneurship as a lifestyle.
39:54 VC industry misconceptions
42:15 VC relationship dynamics and longevity.

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44min
July 04, 2024 Edward Kliphuis: The Future of Healthcare | Episode 37
On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Edward
Kliphuis, a partner at Softenover Partners, about leveraging technology
to address challenges in healthcare. They discuss the transformative
potential of the convergence of computation and healthcare, strategies
for integrating new technologies into healthcare, and the concept of
large biology models akin to large language models. Join Aarish Shah as
he delves into the intersection of technology and healthcare on this
insightful episode.
Timestamps:
00:17 Technology in Healthcare Challenges
05:00 Life sciences fund during pandemic.
08:56 Venture-scale companies in life sciences.
11:24 A captive pharmaceutical environment.
16:25 Delayed Feedback in Drug Development.
18:13 Large biology models in healthcare.
22:35 Personalized medicine and digital twins.
26:48 Healthcare systems post-war effects.
29:01 Trust and misinformation in healthcare.
31:39 Health and diet controversies.
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33min
June 27, 2024 Asif Ahmed: Unleashing Creativity in Business | Episode 36
In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah discusses the
importance of focusing on what founders need rather than what they want
with Asif Ahmed, partner at Cooper Parry. They delve into topics such as
founder-advisor fit, the legal implications of R&D for founders,
and the rise of solopreneurs in the startup ecosystem. Join them as they
share insights on working with early-stage tech companies and
high-growth businesses to help them thrive and innovate.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Guest Overview
00:45 - Cooper Parry's Approach to Founders' Needs
02:09 - Importance of Finance in Startups
03:34 - Value Over Services in Financial Advisory
04:45 - Early Stage Financial Management
06:00 - Long-term Solutions for Founders
07:04 - Holistic Approach to Startup Finance
08:02 - Founder-Advisor Fit
09:10 - Cost Optimization vs. Value in Financial Services
10:56 - R&D Relief and HMRC Changes
13:15 - Legislation vs. Dictionary Definition of R&D
15:09 - Impact of R&D Legislation Changes
17:21 - Advice on R&D Financial Planning
18:56 - Common Financial Mistakes by Early Stage Ventures
20:44 - Importance of Proper Company Setup
22:05 - Distinguishing Between Founder and Business Finances
24:25 - Revenue Recognition and Reporting Issues
27:09 - Trends in the Startup Ecosystem
28:36 - Rise of the Solopreneur
30:58 - Venture Capital's Role in the New Landscape
33:15 - Transition from Software to Hardware Investments
33:39 - Unleashing Inner Creativity in Professional Roles
35:08 - Importance of Rigorous Hiring Processes
36:34 - Conclusion and Contact Information
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38min
June 20, 2024 Lyuba Guk & David Gilgur: Ukrainian Startups and the Global Tech Landscape | Episode 35
On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Lyuba Guk
and David Gulka, co-founders of Blue Lake, a VC firm supporting
immigrant founders in the UK. They discuss the resilience of the
Ukrainian ecosystem, transitioning from SMEs to investing in migrant
founders, the prevalence of migrants in founding unicorn ventures, and
the importance of building a community for international founders. The
conversation touches on the challenges and rewards of being a founder,
emphasizing the need for VCs to focus on investing. Additionally, they
highlight their free ecosystem initiative, International Office Hours
3.0, which is now open for applications and aimed at supporting
international founders. For more information, visit
https://www.internationalfounders.co.uk
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Nothing Ventured Podcast
00:11 - Overview of Blue Lake VC Firm
00:29 - Resilience in the Ukrainian Ecosystem
01:07 - Building a Super Community for International Founders
02:07 - Impact of the Russian Invasion on Ukrainian Founders
05:25 - Shift to Military and Defense Tech in Ukraine
07:12 - Opportunities for Investors in the Ukrainian Ecosystem
10:49 - Personal Reflections on the Invasion
14:42 - Evolution of Blue Lake from Accelerator to VC Firm
18:08 - Challenges of Founder Education
20:27 - Overeducation and the Founder Journey
24:24 - The Illusion of Universal Founder Success
25:36 - Transition from Accelerator to Investment Focus
26:38 - Blue Lake's Syndicate Investment Model
29:18 - Traits of Successful Migrant Founders
32:32 - Community Support for Migrant Founders
35:53 - Resilience and Grit in Migrant Founders
38:28 - Fragmented Immigrant Communities
41:07 - Geographic Spread of Migrant Founders
44:12 - Potential of the African Startup Ecosystem
47:35 - Future Expansion Plans for Blue Lake

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57min
June 13, 2024 Kiran Mehta: Balancing Growth and Capital Efficiency | Episode 34
On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah chats with Kiran Mehta
from Mercia Ventures about the importance of doing what you love and
excelling at it rather than trying to live in a parallel universe. They
discuss the significance of working with smart people, navigating the
chaos of venture capital, and how good founders can succeed in any
market condition. Kiran emphasizes the need for founders to prioritize
growth while being capital efficient and focusing on actionable steps to
reach milestones. Tune in to gain insights into the world of venture
capital and the strategies that lead to success.
🕒 Time stamps -
01:36 - Guest Introduction: Kiran Mehta
01:47 - Thoughts on Education and Career Choices
03:08 - Impact of AI and Changing Job Market
03:38 - Humanities Backgrounds in Tech
04:55 - Personal Career Reflections
05:06 - Education System and Career Paths
06:12 - Evolution of Job Market and Skills
06:39 - Career Decisions and Luck
07:19 - Joining Mercia Ventures
07:33 - Breaking into Venture Capital
09:14 - Day-to-Day Life in Venture Capital
10:05 - Assessing Deals and Building Relationships
10:57 - Importance of Founder-Investor Fit
11:28 - Transaction and Portfolio Management
12:33 - Managing a Large Portfolio
13:59 - Scalability Challenges in Venture Capital
15:22 - Support Structures at Mercia
16:57 - Building Effective Boards
17:08 - Scalability and Network in Venture
18:01 - Economies of Scale in Venture Capital
18:47 - Proactive Problem Solving in Portfolio Management
19:08 - State of Venture Capital Today
19:43 - Shift from Growth at All Costs to Capital Efficiency
20:56 - Balancing Growth and Profitability
21:10 - Intersection of Growth and Capital Efficiency
22:14 - Profitability vs. Growth Dilemma
23:25 - Strategic Decision-Making for Founders
24:18 - Optionality in Funding Strategies
25:10 - Trends in Software and SaaS Businesses
26:56 - Role of Venture in R&D Heavy Businesses
27:20 - Challenges in Software Sales
28:00 - Market Changes and Founder Strategies
29:06 - Venture as a Goal vs. Business Fundamentals
30:19 - Survivorship Bias in Venture Success Stories
31:08 - Importance of Revenue-Driven Businesses
32:03 - Preference Stacks and Founder Outcomes
32:34 - Differences in Venture Ecosystems: US vs. UK/Europe
33:13 - Factors Affecting Unicorn Rates
34:00 - Founder Motivations and Market Realities
34:59 - Future of Venture Capital
35:15 - Desired Changes in Venture Capital
35:58 - Evolution of Fundraising Processes
36:40 - Importance of Articulating Vision
37:01 - Focus on Societal Impact and Innovation
37:20 - Alternative Fundraising Approaches
38:03 - Value of Pitch Decks and Financial Models
39:08 - Long-Form Memos vs. Pitch Decks
39:57 - Nuances in Financial Models
40:50 - Transparency in Fundraising Process

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48min
June 06, 2024 Tamta Gamezardashvili: Breaking Down the Power Dynamic in VC Fundraising | Episode 33
Today on Nothing Ventured, Tamta Gamezardashvili discusses the challenges VCs face in raising capital, the dynamics of power and ego in investment, and the importance of equal opportunities. Tamta shares insights on gender differences in asking for money, her work in bringing women into the VC space, and her contrarian approach to questioning norms. Join host Aarish Shah as he delves into the stories shaping the venture capital ecosystem.
🕒 Time stamps - 00:46 Gender differences in fundraising.05:13 Fundraising as a sales process.09:32 Non-financial returns in investments.12:11 Dream investors and targeting strategies.16:18 What is equality?20:33 Gender disparities in psychology careers.24:23 Gender differences in risk appetite.26:30 Gender differences in decision-making.32:34 Female founder valuations in business.36:13 The evolution of feminism.39:33 Female founder communities.42:32 Female Founder Support Community.45:25 The power of understanding others.49:53 Female investor community on LinkedIn.
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51min
May 30, 2024 Steve O'Hear: From Tech Journalism to CEO | Episode 32
On this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah discusses the
misunderstood quick commerce space with Steve O'Hear, founder of O'Hear
& Co. They delve into attracting paying customers for convenience,
the role of journalists in the hype cycle, signals for early-stage
investors, and the impact of excessive press coverage on a company's
image. Tune in to gain insights into the world of venture capital and
startup storytelling.
⏱️Timestamps:
00:31 Quick commerce space misunderstood.
06:26 Convenience in online retail.
09:36 Premium product differentiation strategies.
13:08 The importance of storytelling.
19:26 Relationship dynamics in journalism.
21:18 Machine learning in autonomous driving.
25:15 The importance of effective messaging.
32:24 PR strategy breakdown into three.
34:51 Storytelling in media relations.
39:48 The importance of storytelling.
43:33 Work from home debate.
45:41 Social mobility and remote work.
49:41 Intent and human connection.
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52min
May 23, 2024 Henry Goodwin & Shwetank Verma: Cross-Continental Ventures | Episode 31
In this episode of "Nothing Ventured," Aarish Shah discusses how
Singapore has been stimulating the early stage tech ecosystem with
guests Henry Goodwin and Shwetank Verma from Leo Capital. They delve
into topics like the India Advantage, the global talent pool from India,
startups listing on the Indian Stock Exchange, entering the Nordics
market, and the importance of keeping the US market in mind for
scalability. The conversation touches on the evolving perception of
entrepreneurship in India and the diaspora. Tune in to gain insights
into the venture capital world and the global startup landscape.
🕒 Time stamps -
02:13 Singapore's early stage tech ecosystem.
05:16 Singapore's forward-thinking approach.
08:39 Indian talent powering global businesses.
13:26 Advantages of Indian communal living.
17:29 Tech ecosystem evolution.
19:44 Global Expansion Strategies.
22:40 Scaling startups in Europe.
27:20 Building a global business.
28:39 Scaling a Business Globally.
33:43 Entrepreneurship journey and family acceptance.
35:34 Generational businesses in Indian diaspora.
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37min
May 16, 2024 Mads Jensen and Dan Bowyer: The Future of European Venture Capital | Episode 30
In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Mads Jensen
and Dan Bowyer, general partners at Superseed. They discuss the growing
interest in AI and its impact on business. They also delve into the
evolution of European venture capital, highlighting the increase in
funding over the years. The conversation touches on the need for a
European Nasdaq and the importance of speed in sales and scaling. The
episode explores the unique backgrounds of the hosts and how they came
together to form a VC fund. Tune in to gain insights into the world of
venture capital and the transformative power of AI in business.
🕒 Time stamps -
00:18 European venture capital growth.
06:15 Fundraising challenges and environment.
07:12 Longer investment timeframes.
11:31 AI transforming businesses.
14:37 State of venture in Europe.
18:37 The Future Fund and Risk Aversion.
21:34 Optimism in European Venture Capital
25:36 Lack of awareness in founders.
30:30 Building big European companies.
31:35 Shifting focus to deep tech.
36:00 Impactful investing in venture capital.
38:16 European capital market challenges.
43:55 Tech industry challenges in Europe.
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45min

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