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Venture Unlocked: The playbook for venture capital managers.
Follow me @samirkaji for my thoughts on the venture market, with a focus on the continued evolution of the VC landscape.In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Ben Sun, co-founder of Primary, a seed-stage fund based in New York. Ben shares his journey from investment banking to startup founder, and eventually to co-founding Primary, which has backed companies like Coupang and Jet.Ben provides deep insights into venture math and the intricacies of completing a GP-led secondary. He discusses his background and the inspiration behind starting Primary in 2015. Ben talks about the challenges he faced as a founder and the importance of truly understanding the business as a VC. He explains Primary's hands-on approach, emphasizing the need for a high seed-to-A graduation rate and how their impact team supports portfolio companies.The conversation covers the metrics used to measure success and the importance of waiting for the right investment opportunities. Ben explores the changing landscape of venture capital, strategies for finding alpha and generating returns, and the importance of sector specialization and deep sector expertise. He also touches on deal flow challenges at the seed stage and the role of incubations in lowering the cost basis.So many great nuggets in this episode, enjoy!About Ben Sun:Ben is a Co-Founder and General Partner at Primary. Forbes' Midas List ranks him as one of the top 100 tech investors in the world. His founder-first approach originates from having been one: His experiences cofounding Community Connect, one of the first social networking companies, and LaunchTime, an incubator, inform how he supports founders in the portfolio.Ben focuses his investing activities on primarily consumer-facing companies. Ben has been active in the NYC tech community for over 20 years. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur and investor, Ben worked at Merrill Lynch in the Technology Investment Banking Group, but he really began his career at the age of eight when he worked in his parents' Chinese restaurant.In this episode, we discuss:(01:21) Journey from investment banking to founding Primary Ventures.(03:45) Starting Primary Ventures and focusing on seed-stage investments in New York.(04:12) Emphasis on being hands-on and aligning with founders.(06:34) Roles and functions of the impact team at Primary Ventures.(10:00) Measuring success through surveys and key performance indicators(13:23) The importance of choosing the right investment opportunities and achieving high graduation rates from seed to series A(22:00) How partners wait for the right pitch using an internal rubric(26:57) Benefits of sector specialization, with a focus on fintech expertise(35:00) Strategies for maintaining a low-cost basis and navigating market fluctuations, including secondary sales(41:00) GP-led secondaries and benefits of providing liquidity to limited partners(49:00) Advice for new venture capitalists: support founders and develop a long-term strategyI'd love to know what you took away from this conversation with Lindel. Follow me @SamirKaji and give me your insights and questions with the hashtag #ventureunlocked. If you'd like to be considered as a guest or have someone you'd like to hear from (GP or LP), drop me a direct message on Twitter.Podcast Production support provided by Agent Bee This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ventureunlocked.substack.com
Welcome to Start the Week, our Monday scene-setter for the week ahead.Today:* Tabcorp set to auction rights for Melbourne Cup;* The Market Herald awaits Takeover Panel outcome;* The launch of Radio 360;* Kochie's last week at Sunrise, Shirvo announced as successor;* Toxic workplace allegations hit Kochie's streaming business Ausbiz;* Mutinex continues its march;* Business lobby groups take aim at Labor with anti-IR campaignsToday's episode feature Tim Burrowes and Abe Udy.Further reading:* Australian Financial Review: Tabcorp asks free-to-air broadcasters for Melbourne Cup bids* Australian Financial Review: ‘They didn't listen': business takes aim at Labor's union agenda* Sydney Morning Herald: Channel 10 sues former star Peter van Onselen* Australian Financial Review: Toxic workplace allegations hit Ausbiz as staff line up for exit* The Australian: Radio ratings firm GfK's new Radio 360 data set to launchTime to leave you to start your weekAudio production was courtesy of Abe's Audio, the people to talk to about voiceovers, sound design and podcast production.Message us: letters@unmade.mediaWe'll be back tomorrow with Tuesdata.Toodlepip…Tim Burrowestim@unmade.media This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.unmade.media/subscribe
Final inspiration 4 Axios show
Live podcast with Prof. Dr. Bob de Wit (Nyenrode Business Universiteit) and Teodor Cătăniciu (Restart Network) on the future of education. Recorded in Kriterior (CIC Rotterdam). Video (by EMTV) can be found here: https://youtu.be/Oare23yuitA Launchtime is a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! It’s made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime. This podcast is created within a collabaration of all the startup hubs and parties within the innovation eco system of Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Recorded in CIC, Rotterdam. Feedback URL can be found here: goo.gl/forms/r5w7Q167whIjREpR2
In this episode we are at TEDxROTTERDAM and interviewing Prof. Wolf Ketter from the RSM Erasmus University on how the energy transition needs AI and Orion Herman as superhero of themonth that takes out the gold of human liquids. Launchtime is a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! It’s made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime. This podcast is created within a collabaration of all the startup hubs and parties within the innovation eco system of Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Recorded in CIC, Rotterdam. Feedback URL can be found here: goo.gl/forms/r5w7Q167whIjREpR2
In S01E04 Nick & Lorenzo interviewed former Prime Minister Jan-Peter Balkenende, who is also the chairman of the International Advisory Board (IAB) on Cultural Resilience. Secondly, we have two(!) lady superhero's of the week: Siobhan Burger & Faye Ellen of ARTTENDERS. Launchtime is a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! It’s made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime. This podcast is created within a collabaration of all the startup hubs and parties within the innovation eco system of Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Recorded in CIC, Rotterdam. Feedback URL can be found here: https://goo.gl/forms/r5w7Q167whIjREpR2
In S01E03 Nick & Lorenzo interviewed Evert-Jaap Lugt (Yes!Delft)on what incubators can bring to a start-up, the perks, but also the question whether you need one was asked. Our superhero of the week: Lennart van der Ziel from Travis the Translator, this offline translation device speaks over 90 languages. Launchtime is a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! It’s made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime. This podcast is created within a collabaration of all the startup hubs and parties within the innovation eco system of Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Recorded in CIC, Rotterdam. Feedback URL can be found here: goo.gl/forms/r5w7Q167whIjREpR2
'''T Is Weer Voorbij Die Mooie Zomer'' aldus Gerard Cox. We hebben het over de alsmaar meer invloedrijk krijgende wereld van de ''influencers''. Wat zijn de gevolgen ervan en kunnen we een tegenbeweging verwacht? ## Launchtime Check onze nieuwe (Engelstalige) podcast Launchtime! Staat op Soundcloud, iTunes, overal dus! “Launchtime is a podcast focussing on the Dutch innovation community. It’s a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! Made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime.” ## Onze website + mail (voor alle tips, tricks, opmerkingen en fanmail) www.wereldvanmorgenpodcast.nl wereldvanmorgenpodcast@gmail.com ## Bedankt Rob Voets en Wesley van der Stel voor onze website en Moby voor het intro- en outromuziekje. Dank aan CIC Rotterdam voor de ruimte voor onze studio.
LIVE - Onze eerste live editie van de podcast, live voor het publiek wat daar zat en eigenlijk helemaal niet zo live als je nu gaat luisteren. We hebben het in deze podcast over een onderwerp waar we allemaal mee te maken gaan krijgen, nee niet belasting betalen maar de dood. ## Launchtime Check onze nieuwe (Engelstalige) podcast Launchtime! Staat op Soundcloud, iTunes, overal dus! “Launchtime is a podcast focussing on the Dutch innovation community. It’s a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! Made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime.” ## Onze website www.wereldvanmorgenpodcast.nl ## Bedankt Rob Voets en Wesley van der Stel voor onze website en Moby voor het intro- en outromuziekje. Dank aan CIC Rotterdam voor de ruimte voor onze studio.
In S01E02 Nick & Lorenzo interviewed John Tillema (Tweetonig)on IoT (Internet of Things), business and how you can wake up figuring out that one of the biggest computer companies used your tech. Our superhero of the week: Laurens van Wesep on his event Jaws on a lake - 'the drift-in cinema' Launchtime is a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! It’s made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime. This podcast is created within a collabaration of all the startup hubs and parties within the innovation eco system of Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Feedback URL can be found here: https://goo.gl/forms/r5w7Q167whIjREpR2
We spraken met Hedwig Doets (Ordina) over de mogelijke toepassingen van AR en de Microsoft Hololens. Augmented Reality is kennelijk niet alleen interessant voor Pokemon Go. Uiteraard hebben we de bril ook even op gehad. ## Launchtime Check onze nieuwe (Engelstalige) podcast Launchtime! Staat op Soundcloud, iTunes, overal dus! “Launchtime is a podcast focussing on the Dutch innovation community. It’s a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! Made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime.” ## Onze website www.wereldvanmorgenpodcast.nl ## Bedankt Rob Voets en Wesley van der Stel voor onze website en Moby voor het intro- en outromuziekje. Dank aan CIC Rotterdam voor de ruimte voor onze studio.
We staan aan de vooravond van de volgende maatschappelijke ontwikkelingsgolf, namelijk die van het kunstmatig leven. Hier gaan we dieper op in met Prof. dr. Bob de Wit (Nyenrode Business Universiteit). Wat betekenen deze veranderingen? Wat moet je studeren? Moet je nog wel studeren? Is er nog werk? Externe bronnen: Oratie (PDF): http://www.nyenrode.nl/FacultyResearch/research/Documents/Inaugural%20lectures/Bob_de_Wit_Inaugural_Lecture.pdf Video conversatie: https://youtu.be/BNfgzMkUPzs ## Launchtime Check onze nieuwe (Engelstalige) podcast Launchtime! Staat op Soundcloud, iTunes, overal dus! “Launchtime is a podcast focussing on the Dutch innovation community. It’s a 30 min long show that is perfect for a lunch break! Made for startups, corporates, enthusiasts and visionaries. It’s about the beginning of something new. Hence the name Launchtime.” ## Onze website www.wereldvanmorgenpodcast.nl ## Bedankt Rob Voets en Wesley van der Stel voor onze website en Moby voor het intro- en outromuziekje. Dank aan CIC Rotterdam voor de ruimte voor onze studio.
Penguins Of Madagascar 102a - Launchtime
Penguins Of Madagascar 102a - Launchtime
Are you in your "Prime" yet feel "stuck?" Do you ever think about changing careers? Ever think about starting your own business yet not sure where to begin? Would you like to uncover your passion and earn a living doing what you love?Would you like to work from your home and have more time for yourself and your family? If you answered "yes" to even one of these questions, you will want to join me and my special, Leta Russell, Business coach and Marketing Consultant. Leta is a Prime Time Woman with Passion and Purpose who's committed to helping other Boomer Women define their Passion, design their Plan, and Deliver their Profits. She started a home business 15 years ago where she marketed health and wellness products that were specifically targeted to her peers...those over 45 who wanted to slow down the aging process. In 2007 she and her husband moved to Australia for his career. At that time, Leta began to explore the world of Internet Marketing in order to grow her business globally. As a result, she has become a savvy "online marketer," and is about to launch her own line of training and coching products to help other Prime Time Women find their passions and launch businesses of their own. Leta is "recreating" her career in midlife and wants to help other women over 45 do the same so that they might have the freedom to pursue their passions and live a life where their career fits around their life.
Are you in your "Prime" yet feel "stuck?" Do you ever think about changing careers? Ever think about starting your own business yet not sure where to begin? Would you like to uncover your passion and earn a living doing what you love?Would you like to work from your home and have more time for yourself and your family? If you answered "yes" to even one of these questions, you will want to join me and my special, Leta Russell, Business coach and Marketing Consultant. Leta is a Prime Time Woman with Passion and Purpose who's committed to helping other Boomer Women define their Passion, design their Plan, and Deliver their Profits. She started a home business 15 years ago where she marketed health and wellness products that were specifically targeted to her peers...those over 45 who wanted to slow down the aging process. In 2007 she and her husband moved to Australia for his career. At that time, Leta began to explore the world of Internet Marketing in order to grow her business globally. As a result, she has become a savvy "online marketer," and is about to launch her own line of training and coching products to help other Prime Time Women find their passions and launch businesses of their own. Leta is "recreating" her career in midlife and wants to help other women over 45 do the same so that they might have the freedom to pursue their passions and live a life where their career fits around their life.