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    <description>Does Silicon Valley and Wall Street have a lock on the deal flow of capital into new innovative ventures? Is there a market for emerging fund managers to make a difference and a high return on investment with alternative capital fund models? Meet the venture capital market movers shifting exposure and funding to promising and refreshing innovative founders all over the globe right here on the Emerging Managers Podcast - the show exploring why new-to-you VC funds might be your next great investment.&amp;nbsp;With a venture market of 3200 funds and 1800 raising their first round, there are plenty of emerging fund managers just waiting for the right investment LP to hear them and explore growing together. Each week, discover actionable tips and valuable advice from up-and-coming fund managers looking for better opportunities and ways to compete in the venture capital market. Hear about their investment thesis and their process for finding right-fit founders and deals to unlock growth like never before.Listen to VCs across the country and abroad with their different niche perspectives as they break down their origin stories, career experiences, and investment preferences. Learn how they got through their biggest struggles in life, how they mastered the ropes of VC funding, and how they continuously improve their strategies to get the best return on their buck.Most importantly, they reveal exactly what they are looking for in a founder to invest in and investment partners to grow with, providing that much-needed roadmap to high returns. As these venture investors pull back the curtain to their business priorities and desires, you can see how to strategically refine and review their endeavor to find the best VC funding match.Your host and guide to this fund manager exploration is Scott Kelly, CEO of business accelerator Black Dog Venture Partners and founder of VC Fast Pitch. He has been working on both sides, with entrepreneurs and investors alike, for more than three decades. Harnessing his innovative skills, vast experience training thousands of salespeople, and tapping into his vast network of investors, Scott helps founders and investors sustain and scale innovation. He is well-known as the organizer and MC of monthly investor-founder matchmaking events.Scott is occasionally joined by co-host Tracy Hazzard, founder of the podcast production technology company, Podetize.&amp;nbsp; Tracy’s experience as a speaker, podcaster, and Inc. Innovation columnist, as well as a successful female AI tech founder adds valuable insights to the show. Listen all the way through for Tracy and Scott to combine their unique perspectives and experiences with a post-analysis of their emerging fund manager guests.Business owners, company managers, and start-up founders listen in as these Emerging Fund Managers highlight the strengths that will make you more attractive to highly sought-after venture capital.Emerging Managers, investors and LPs… check out how your capital competitors are building trust with investors, rising above digital white noise in the market and emphasizing the strengths and differentiators in their funds. Get inspired to build a name for yourself so you can grab a piece or all the venture capital money flowing right now too.&amp;nbsp;Join Scott and Tracy in their pursuit to bridge the gap between managers and investors building a market rich with rewarding investment partnerships that will create innovative opportunities for years to come.Be part of a movement that is shaping the future of venture capital and entrepreneurship. Join a community of innovators and visionaries who are redefining the investment landscape and driving positive change. Together, we can create a more equitable and impactful venture ecosystem.Want to learn more about VC Fast Pitch, our Guests (or be our next guest) on the Emerging Managers Podcast? Go to https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/ for more details.</description>
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    <itunes:subtitle>Does Silicon Valley and Wall Street have a lock on the deal flow of capital into new innovative ventures? Is there a market for emerging fund managers to make a difference and a high return on investment with alternative capital fund models? Meet the...</itunes:subtitle>
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    <itunes:summary>Does Silicon Valley and Wall Street have a lock on the deal flow of capital into new innovative ventures? Is there a market for emerging fund managers to make a difference and a high return on investment with alternative capital fund models? Meet the venture capital market movers shifting exposure and funding to promising and refreshing innovative founders all over the globe right here on the Emerging Managers Podcast - the show exploring why new-to-you VC funds might be your next great investment.&amp;nbsp;With a venture market of 3200 funds and 1800 raising their first round, there are plenty of emerging fund managers just waiting for the right investment LP to hear them and explore growing together. Each week, discover actionable tips and valuable advice from up-and-coming fund managers looking for better opportunities and ways to compete in the venture capital market. Hear about their investment thesis and their process for finding right-fit founders and deals to unlock growth like never before.Listen to VCs across the country and abroad with their different niche perspectives as they break down their origin stories, career experiences, and investment preferences. Learn how they got through their biggest struggles in life, how they mastered the ropes of VC funding, and how they continuously improve their strategies to get the best return on their buck.Most importantly, they reveal exactly what they are looking for in a founder to invest in and investment partners to grow with, providing that much-needed roadmap to high returns. As these venture investors pull back the curtain to their business priorities and desires, you can see how to strategically refine and review their endeavor to find the best VC funding match.Your host and guide to this fund manager exploration is Scott Kelly, CEO of business accelerator Black Dog Venture Partners and founder of VC Fast Pitch. He has been working on both sides, with entrepreneurs and investors alike, for more than three decades. Harnessing his innovative skills, vast experience training thousands of salespeople, and tapping into his vast network of investors, Scott helps founders and investors sustain and scale innovation. He is well-known as the organizer and MC of monthly investor-founder matchmaking events.Scott is occasionally joined by co-host Tracy Hazzard, founder of the podcast production technology company, Podetize.&amp;nbsp; Tracy’s experience as a speaker, podcaster, and Inc. Innovation columnist, as well as a successful female AI tech founder adds valuable insights to the show. Listen all the way through for Tracy and Scott to combine their unique perspectives and experiences with a post-analysis of their emerging fund manager guests.Business owners, company managers, and start-up founders listen in as these Emerging Fund Managers highlight the strengths that will make you more attractive to highly sought-after venture capital.Emerging Managers, investors and LPs… check out how your capital competitors are building trust with investors, rising above digital white noise in the market and emphasizing the strengths and differentiators in their funds. Get inspired to build a name for yourself so you can grab a piece or all the venture capital money flowing right now too.&amp;nbsp;Join Scott and Tracy in their pursuit to bridge the gap between managers and investors building a market rich with rewarding investment partnerships that will create innovative opportunities for years to come.Be part of a movement that is shaping the future of venture capital and entrepreneurship. Join a community of innovators and visionaries who are redefining the investment landscape and driving positive change. Together, we can create a more equitable and impactful venture ecosystem.Want to learn more about VC Fast Pitch, our Guests (or be our next guest) on the Emerging Managers Podcast? Go to https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/ for more details.</itunes:summary>
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      <![CDATA[Does Silicon Valley and Wall Street have a lock on the deal flow of capital into new innovative ventures? Is there a market for emerging fund managers to make a difference and a high return on investment with alternative capital fund models? Meet the venture capital market movers shifting exposure and funding to promising and refreshing innovative founders all over the globe right here on the Emerging Managers Podcast - the show exploring why new-to-you VC funds might be your next great investment.&nbsp;<br>With a venture market of 3200 funds and 1800 raising their first round, there are plenty of emerging fund managers just waiting for the right investment LP to hear them and explore growing together. Each week, discover actionable tips and valuable advice from up-and-coming fund managers looking for better opportunities and ways to compete in the venture capital market. Hear about their investment thesis and their process for finding right-fit founders and deals to unlock growth like never before.<br>Listen to VCs across the country and abroad with their different niche perspectives as they break down their origin stories, career experiences, and investment preferences. Learn how they got through their biggest struggles in life, how they mastered the ropes of VC funding, and how they continuously improve their strategies to get the best return on their buck.<br>Most importantly, they reveal exactly what they are looking for in a founder to invest in and investment partners to grow with, providing that much-needed roadmap to high returns. As these venture investors pull back the curtain to their business priorities and desires, you can see how to strategically refine and review their endeavor to find the best VC funding match.<br>Your host and guide to this fund manager exploration is Scott Kelly, CEO of business accelerator Black Dog Venture Partners and founder of VC Fast Pitch. He has been working on both sides, with entrepreneurs and investors alike, for more than three decades. Harnessing his innovative skills, vast experience training thousands of salespeople, and tapping into his vast network of investors, Scott helps founders and investors sustain and scale innovation. He is well-known as the organizer and MC of monthly investor-founder matchmaking events.<br>Scott is occasionally joined by co-host Tracy Hazzard, founder of the podcast production technology company, Podetize.&nbsp; Tracy’s experience as a speaker, podcaster, and Inc. Innovation columnist, as well as a successful female AI tech founder adds valuable insights to the show. Listen all the way through for Tracy and Scott to combine their unique perspectives and experiences with a post-analysis of their emerging fund manager guests.<br>Business owners, company managers, and start-up founders listen in as these Emerging Fund Managers highlight the strengths that will make you more attractive to highly sought-after venture capital.<br>Emerging Managers, investors and LPs… check out how your capital competitors are building trust with investors, rising above digital white noise in the market and emphasizing the strengths and differentiators in their funds. Get inspired to build a name for yourself so you can grab a piece or all the venture capital money flowing right now too.&nbsp;<br>Join Scott and Tracy in their pursuit to bridge the gap between managers and investors building a market rich with rewarding investment partnerships that will create innovative opportunities for years to come.<br>Be part of a movement that is shaping the future of venture capital and entrepreneurship. Join a community of innovators and visionaries who are redefining the investment landscape and driving positive change. Together, we can create a more equitable and impactful venture ecosystem.<br>Want to learn more about VC Fast Pitch, our Guests (or be our next guest) on the Emerging Managers Podcast? Go to <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/</a> for more details.<br><br>]]>
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      <title>Navigating Government Hurdles With Rob Panepinto Of Govo Venture Partners</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/navigating-government-hurdles-with-rob-panepinto-of-govo-venture-partners--68075083</link>
      <description>Investing in industries directly related to the government, such as healthcare, energy, and education, can be a tremendous opportunity. You are getting unlimited access to capital and funding. But with all the laws and regulations, it can also be a bit tricky to deal with. Scott Kelly sits down with Rob Panepinto of Govo Venture Partners, who shares how they help entrepreneurs successfully do business with the government. They explore the importance of understanding its tailwinds and headwinds that influence investment decisions, especially in a rapidly evolving tech market. Rob also talks about their most exciting investments, from a company providing hybrid multispecialty care to an organization using 3D printing to create environmentally friendly seawalls.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Investing in industries directly related to the government, such as healthcare, energy, and education, can be a tremendous opportunity. You are getting unlimited access to capital and funding. But with all the laws and regulations, it can also be a...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Investing in industries directly related to the government, such as healthcare, energy, and education, can be a tremendous opportunity. You are getting unlimited access to capital and funding. But with all the laws and regulations, it can also be a bit tricky to deal with. Scott Kelly sits down with Rob Panepinto of Govo Venture Partners, who shares how they help entrepreneurs successfully do business with the government. They explore the importance of understanding its tailwinds and headwinds that influence investment decisions, especially in a rapidly evolving tech market. Rob also talks about their most exciting investments, from a company providing hybrid multispecialty care to an organization using 3D printing to create environmentally friendly seawalls.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[Investing in industries directly related to the government, such as healthcare, energy, and education, can be a tremendous opportunity. You are getting unlimited access to capital and funding. But with all the laws and regulations, it can also be a bit tricky to deal with. Scott Kelly sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-panepinto-0b79aa4/">Rob Panepinto</a> of <a href="http://www.govovp.com/">Govo Venture Partners</a>, who shares how they help entrepreneurs successfully do business with the government. They explore the importance of understanding its tailwinds and headwinds that influence investment decisions, especially in a rapidly evolving tech market. Rob also talks about their most exciting investments, from a company providing hybrid multispecialty care to an organization using 3D printing to create environmentally friendly seawalls.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>How To Find The Best Hidden Talents With Joseph Alalou Of Daring Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-find-the-best-hidden-talents-with-joseph-alalou-of-daring-ventures--67984220</link>
      <description>Although it is not that easy to find hidden talents within the venture market, it is always extremely fulfilling when you discover the most promising ones. Joseph Alalou of Daring Ventures is dedicated to finding shining diamonds in the rough and connecting them with extraordinary opportunities. In this conversation with Scott Kelly, he presents their three-pronged approach in evaluating and choosing founders to work with, which goes beyond the traditional credentials. Joe also talks about Daring Ventures’ focus on software investments that could change the future of work, especially those that scale human judgment.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Although it is not that easy to find hidden talents within the venture market, it is always extremely fulfilling when you discover the most promising ones. https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephalalou/ of http://daringventures.vc/ is dedicated to finding...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Although it is not that easy to find hidden talents within the venture market, it is always extremely fulfilling when you discover the most promising ones. Joseph Alalou of Daring Ventures is dedicated to finding shining diamonds in the rough and connecting them with extraordinary opportunities. In this conversation with Scott Kelly, he presents their three-pronged approach in evaluating and choosing founders to work with, which goes beyond the traditional credentials. Joe also talks about Daring Ventures’ focus on software investments that could change the future of work, especially those that scale human judgment.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Although it is not that easy to find hidden talents within the venture market, it is always extremely fulfilling when you discover the most promising ones. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephalalou/">Joseph Alalou</a> of <a href="http://daringventures.vc/">Daring Ventures</a> is dedicated to finding shining diamonds in the rough and connecting them with extraordinary opportunities. In this conversation with Scott Kelly, he presents their three-pronged approach in evaluating and choosing founders to work with, which goes beyond the traditional credentials. Joe also talks about Daring Ventures’ focus on software investments that could change the future of work, especially those that scale human judgment.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1975</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Investing In The Sports Industry With Andrew Petcash Of Profluence</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/investing-in-the-sports-industry-with-andrew-petcash-of-profluence--67892042</link>
      <description>The sports industry is one exciting and promising space not just for athletes but also for investors. Andrew Petcash shares how their venture fund Profluence focuses exclusively on this industry – with zero outside capital. Joining Scott Kelly, he discusses how he looks for people who share his fiery passion about sports, allowing him to secure big opportunities and create a huge impact on sports teams and local communities. Andrew also talks about some of their most successful investments, particularly in a world-class festival that brings racquet sport players and enthusiasts throughout the world. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The sports industry is one exciting and promising space not just for athletes but also for investors. https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/ shares how their venture fund https://profluence.com/ focuses exclusively on this industry – with zero...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The sports industry is one exciting and promising space not just for athletes but also for investors. Andrew Petcash shares how their venture fund Profluence focuses exclusively on this industry – with zero outside capital. Joining Scott Kelly, he discusses how he looks for people who share his fiery passion about sports, allowing him to secure big opportunities and create a huge impact on sports teams and local communities. Andrew also talks about some of their most successful investments, particularly in a world-class festival that brings racquet sport players and enthusiasts throughout the world. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[The sports industry is one exciting and promising space not just for athletes but also for investors. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/">Andrew Petcash</a> shares how their venture fund <a href="https://profluence.com/">Profluence</a> focuses exclusively on this industry – with zero outside capital. Joining Scott Kelly, he discusses how he looks for people who share his fiery passion about sports, allowing him to secure big opportunities and create a huge impact on sports teams and local communities. Andrew also talks about some of their most successful investments, particularly in a world-class festival that brings racquet sport players and enthusiasts throughout the world.<br> Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>Investing In Sports Adjacent Brands With Sean Clifford Of Clifford Capital</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/investing-in-sports-adjacent-brands-with-sean-clifford-of-clifford-capital--67805517</link>
      <description>The world of sports is a widely impactful space whose influence spans even other industries as well. Sean Clifford is here to discuss how their venture fund Clifford Capital focuses on sports adjacent assets. Joining Scott Kelly, he talks about the brands they are investing in, particularly sport-related technologies with broader applications in healthcare, industrial, and even the military sectors. Clifford also shares how he uses his background as a professional athlete to make the right investment opportunities that not only make their fund an institutional player in today’s market but also make innovations easily accessible to professional and high-level athletes. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The world of sports is a widely impactful space whose influence spans even other industries as well. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-clifford-79a064161/ is here to discuss how their venture fund https://www.newerafund.vc/ focuses on sports adjacent...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The world of sports is a widely impactful space whose influence spans even other industries as well. Sean Clifford is here to discuss how their venture fund Clifford Capital focuses on sports adjacent assets. Joining Scott Kelly, he talks about the brands they are investing in, particularly sport-related technologies with broader applications in healthcare, industrial, and even the military sectors. Clifford also shares how he uses his background as a professional athlete to make the right investment opportunities that not only make their fund an institutional player in today’s market but also make innovations easily accessible to professional and high-level athletes. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[The world of sports is a widely impactful space whose influence spans even other industries as well. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-clifford-79a064161/">Sean Clifford</a> is here to discuss how their venture fund <a href="https://www.newerafund.vc/">Clifford Capital</a> focuses on sports adjacent assets. Joining Scott Kelly, he talks about the brands they are investing in, particularly sport-related technologies with broader applications in healthcare, industrial, and even the military sectors. Clifford also shares how he uses his background as a professional athlete to make the right investment opportunities that not only make their fund an institutional player in today’s market but also make innovations easily accessible to professional and high-level athletes.<br> Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>2148</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Unconventional Path To Venture Capital With Keshia Theobald-van Gent Of BDev Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/unconventional-path-to-venture-capital-with-keshia-theobald-van-gent-of-bdev-ventures--67717877</link>
      <description>Taking an unconventional path in your career journey is one great way to differentiate yourself from the rest – and unlock a different kind of success. Keshia Theobald-van Gent, a partner at BDev Ventures, joins Scott Kelly to share how she uses her non-traditional professional background to help manage one of the most active funds in Silicon Valley. She discusses how their founder-centric investment thesis allows them to take on international-level investments across web3, AI, media, DeFi, and tech. Keshia also talks about BDev Ventures’ status as a single LP fund with an evergreen commitment to founders and companies across the United States and Latin America. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d4cbaac4-a9e0-11f0-acda-8316b1dad640/image/a013039f547a87106f024d1b47364a21.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Taking an unconventional path in your career journey is one great way to differentiate yourself from the rest – and unlock a different kind of success. https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshia/, a partner at http://www.bdevventures.com/, joins Scott Kelly...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Taking an unconventional path in your career journey is one great way to differentiate yourself from the rest – and unlock a different kind of success. Keshia Theobald-van Gent, a partner at BDev Ventures, joins Scott Kelly to share how she uses her non-traditional professional background to help manage one of the most active funds in Silicon Valley. She discusses how their founder-centric investment thesis allows them to take on international-level investments across web3, AI, media, DeFi, and tech. Keshia also talks about BDev Ventures’ status as a single LP fund with an evergreen commitment to founders and companies across the United States and Latin America. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Taking an unconventional path in your career journey is one great way to differentiate yourself from the rest – and unlock a different kind of success. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/keshia/">Keshia Theobald-van Gent</a>, a partner at <a href="http://www.bdevventures.com/">BDev Ventures</a>, joins Scott Kelly to share how she uses her non-traditional professional background to help manage one of the most active funds in Silicon Valley. She discusses how their founder-centric investment thesis allows them to take on international-level investments across web3, AI, media, DeFi, and tech. Keshia also talks about BDev Ventures’ status as a single LP fund with an evergreen commitment to founders and companies across the United States and Latin America.<br> Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>2314</itunes:duration>
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      <title>EVENT: Deep Dive Into Hawke Deal Network With Erik Huberman Of Hawke Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/event-deep-dive-into-hawke-deal-network-with-erik-huberman-of-hawke-ventures--67687950</link>
      <description>Scott Kelly is joined by one of his first guests – Erik Huberman, a GP at Hawke Ventures and co-founder/CEO of Hawke Media. He talks all about the Hawke Deal Network that connects individuals, family offices, and institutions with promising investment opportunities. Erik explains their “unfair advantage” in picking winners, as well as their venture into the tech and AI space. He also offers his optimistic outlook on the state of venture capital and the current economy, emphasizing the importance of staying disciplined and recognizing opportunities in a recovering market.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d54342d2-a9e0-11f0-acda-a3f94d12d050/image/db1974f710256ab3868e6b30a30518d9.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Scott Kelly is joined by one of his first guests – https://erikhuberman.com/, a GP at https://hawkeventures.com/ and co-founder/CEO of Hawke Media. He talks all about the https://hawkemedia.com/hawke-deal-network/ that connects individuals, family...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Scott Kelly is joined by one of his first guests – Erik Huberman, a GP at Hawke Ventures and co-founder/CEO of Hawke Media. He talks all about the Hawke Deal Network that connects individuals, family offices, and institutions with promising investment opportunities. Erik explains their “unfair advantage” in picking winners, as well as their venture into the tech and AI space. He also offers his optimistic outlook on the state of venture capital and the current economy, emphasizing the importance of staying disciplined and recognizing opportunities in a recovering market.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Scott Kelly is joined by one of his first guests – <a href="https://erikhuberman.com/">Erik Huberman</a>, a GP at <a href="https://hawkeventures.com/">Hawke Ventures</a> and co-founder/CEO of Hawke Media. He talks all about the <a href="https://hawkemedia.com/hawke-deal-network/">Hawke Deal Network</a> that connects individuals, family offices, and institutions with promising investment opportunities. Erik explains their “unfair advantage” in picking winners, as well as their venture into the tech and AI space. He also offers his optimistic outlook on the state of venture capital and the current economy, emphasizing the importance of staying disciplined and recognizing opportunities in a recovering market.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1755</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The Future Of Tech Industry With Felix Hartmann Of Hartmann Capital</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-tech-industry-with-felix-hartmann-of-hartmann-capital--67630723</link>
      <description>The tech industry is evolving fast, and it will continue with its non-stop progress for the foreseeable future, if not forever. If you are investing in this highly innovative space, you must always be on the lookout for what’s new, what’s trending, and what’s up next. Scott Kelly chats with Felix Hartmann, an investor and founder of Hartmann Capital, a frontier tech VC firm investing in AI, Spatial Computing, and the 3D Creator Economy. Felix shares how they work with founders who take advantage of the promising world of tech, particularly in the under-allocated spaces of VR, AR, and human-AI integration. He also explains how AI will potentially shape the future, and why everyone should learn to embrace it instead of repel it.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d5aa434c-a9e0-11f0-acda-2b8ec19647a6/image/1b434e4fa40167f0f03930d39d9dfd8d.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>The tech industry is evolving fast, and it will continue with its non-stop progress for the foreseeable future, if not forever. If you are investing in this highly innovative space, you must always be on the lookout for what’s new, what’s trending,...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The tech industry is evolving fast, and it will continue with its non-stop progress for the foreseeable future, if not forever. If you are investing in this highly innovative space, you must always be on the lookout for what’s new, what’s trending, and what’s up next. Scott Kelly chats with Felix Hartmann, an investor and founder of Hartmann Capital, a frontier tech VC firm investing in AI, Spatial Computing, and the 3D Creator Economy. Felix shares how they work with founders who take advantage of the promising world of tech, particularly in the under-allocated spaces of VR, AR, and human-AI integration. He also explains how AI will potentially shape the future, and why everyone should learn to embrace it instead of repel it.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[The tech industry is evolving fast, and it will continue with its non-stop progress for the foreseeable future, if not forever. If you are investing in this highly innovative space, you must always be on the lookout for what’s new, what’s trending, and what’s up next. Scott Kelly chats with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixohartmann/">Felix Hartmann</a>, an investor and founder of <a href="https://www.hartmanncapital.com/">Hartmann Capital</a>, a frontier tech VC firm investing in AI, Spatial Computing, and the 3D Creator Economy. Felix shares how they work with founders who take advantage of the promising world of tech, particularly in the under-allocated spaces of VR, AR, and human-AI integration. He also explains how AI will potentially shape the future, and why everyone should learn to embrace it instead of repel it.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>3005</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Investing In The Realm Of Biotech With Junaid Mian Of 1435 Capital</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/investing-in-the-realm-of-biotech-with-junaid-mian-of-1435-capital--67540975</link>
      <description>Biotech innovations are not limited to the four walls of medical facilities. Sometimes, it can reach even the vastness of space. Scott Kelly chats with Junaid Mian of 1435 Capital Management who shares how they invest in space-based biotech companies and founders. He discusses how the space is being used as a “fast-forward lab” to greatly reduce development time and cost, ultimately saving countless lives. Junaid also explains how his background in pharmacy plays a key role in securing the most successful investment in this highly promising field.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d6182d6c-a9e0-11f0-acda-5b44f1c51fa5/image/8e91d8fbfb781437d52ab14192048983.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Biotech innovations are not limited to the four walls of medical facilities. Sometimes, it can reach even the vastness of space. Scott Kelly chats with https://www.linkedin.com/in/junaidmianrph/ of https://1435capital.com/ who shares how they invest...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Biotech innovations are not limited to the four walls of medical facilities. Sometimes, it can reach even the vastness of space. Scott Kelly chats with Junaid Mian of 1435 Capital Management who shares how they invest in space-based biotech companies and founders. He discusses how the space is being used as a “fast-forward lab” to greatly reduce development time and cost, ultimately saving countless lives. Junaid also explains how his background in pharmacy plays a key role in securing the most successful investment in this highly promising field.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Biotech innovations are not limited to the four walls of medical facilities. Sometimes, it can reach even the vastness of space. Scott Kelly chats with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/junaidmianrph/">Junaid Mian</a> of <a href="https://1435capital.com/">1435 Capital Management</a> who shares how they invest in space-based biotech companies and founders. He discusses how the space is being used as a “fast-forward lab” to greatly reduce development time and cost, ultimately saving countless lives. Junaid also explains how his background in pharmacy plays a key role in securing the most successful investment in this highly promising field.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2408</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Success In The Beverage Industry With Mike Warren Of Alethia Venture Partners</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-in-the-beverage-industry-with-mike-warren-of-alethia-venture-partners--67466034</link>
      <description>The beverage industry is complex and multilayered. It takes a well-crafted brand and strategy to find success in this space. Mike Warren of Alethia Venture Partners joins Scott Kelly to discuss the complexities of investing in beverage and spirits companies. He shares their focus on promising companies at early-stage valuations and helping them to exit flawlessly after several years. Mike also breaks down practical ways to build a beverage company without losing grip of its success, as well as how to navigate the ever-changing demands and preferences of consumers today.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d6820476-a9e0-11f0-acda-0b30f079501e/image/63cd98251d727e4b7dae941e0edbc6d8.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>The beverage industry is complex and multilayered. It takes a well-crafted brand and strategy to find success in this space. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewarrenalethiasbs of https://alethiavp.com/ joins Scott Kelly to discuss the complexities of...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The beverage industry is complex and multilayered. It takes a well-crafted brand and strategy to find success in this space. Mike Warren of Alethia Venture Partners joins Scott Kelly to discuss the complexities of investing in beverage and spirits companies. He shares their focus on promising companies at early-stage valuations and helping them to exit flawlessly after several years. Mike also breaks down practical ways to build a beverage company without losing grip of its success, as well as how to navigate the ever-changing demands and preferences of consumers today.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[The beverage industry is complex and multilayered. It takes a well-crafted brand and strategy to find success in this space. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewarrenalethiasbs">Mike Warren</a> of <a href="https://alethiavp.com/">Alethia Venture Partners</a> joins Scott Kelly to discuss the complexities of investing in beverage and spirits companies. He shares their focus on promising companies at early-stage valuations and helping them to exit flawlessly after several years. Mike also breaks down practical ways to build a beverage company without losing grip of its success, as well as how to navigate the ever-changing demands and preferences of consumers today.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2880</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>EVENT: Top Emerging Fund Managers Talk VC Thesis Trends (With A Little Politics Too!)</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/event-top-emerging-fund-managers-talk-vc-thesis-trends-with-a-little-politics-too--67417665</link>
      <description>In this first-ever Emerging Managers webinar, Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard bring four amazing individuals to a roundtable discussion about VC thesis trends. Brian Mac Mahon of Expert DOJO, Joel Abramson of Top Down Ventures, Eric Minnick of Versus Ventures, and Chris Howard of Softeq explore their own experiences funding founders to dissect the current state of venture capital. They also delve into the undeniable impact of AI across every industry, the damaging impact of Trump’s tariffs, and how to determine passing fads from actual market changes.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d6f0ddec-a9e0-11f0-acda-6f1cff328c68/image/80fa342617a80c96de2e5813b9537e9d.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>In this first-ever Emerging Managers webinar, Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard bring four amazing individuals to a roundtable discussion about VC thesis trends. Brian Mac Mahon of https://expertdojo.com/, Joel Abramson of https://www.topdown.com/, Eric...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this first-ever Emerging Managers webinar, Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard bring four amazing individuals to a roundtable discussion about VC thesis trends. Brian Mac Mahon of Expert DOJO, Joel Abramson of Top Down Ventures, Eric Minnick of Versus Ventures, and Chris Howard of Softeq explore their own experiences funding founders to dissect the current state of venture capital. They also delve into the undeniable impact of AI across every industry, the damaging impact of Trump’s tariffs, and how to determine passing fads from actual market changes.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[In this first-ever Emerging Managers webinar, Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard bring four amazing individuals to a roundtable discussion about VC thesis trends. Brian Mac Mahon of <a href="https://expertdojo.com/">Expert DOJO</a>, Joel Abramson of <a href="https://www.topdown.com/">Top Down Ventures</a>, Eric Minnick of <a href="https://www.versusvc.com/">Versus Ventures</a>, and Chris Howard of <a href="https://www.softeq.com/">Softeq</a> explore their own experiences funding founders to dissect the current state of venture capital. They also delve into the undeniable impact of AI across every industry, the damaging impact of Trump’s tariffs, and how to determine passing fads from actual market changes.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>3502</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>The Promising Future Of Spirits Business With Mike Solow Of 99 Proof</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-promising-future-of-spirits-business-with-mike-solow-of-99-proof--67382139</link>
      <description>Alcohol and spirits are here to stay, and they will only get better as time passes. Mike Solow, Co-Founder of 99 Proof, is here to discuss why the alcohol and spirits business is one of the most exciting spaces right now. He talks about working with seasoned entrepreneurs and leveraging the right relationships to achieve business growth. Mike breaks down the many benefits of getting celebrity brands as long as they are done in the most authentic way. He also explores valuable trends of the spirits business during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the promising future of alcohol in the market.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d75e4e5e-a9e0-11f0-acda-4f3f1248a9dc/image/e60bdc912b07103f8134a4cb1139be9f.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Alcohol and spirits are here to stay, and they will only get better as time passes. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesolow/, Co-Founder of http://www.99-proof.com/, is here to discuss why the alcohol and spirits business is one of the most exciting...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Alcohol and spirits are here to stay, and they will only get better as time passes. Mike Solow, Co-Founder of 99 Proof, is here to discuss why the alcohol and spirits business is one of the most exciting spaces right now. He talks about working with seasoned entrepreneurs and leveraging the right relationships to achieve business growth. Mike breaks down the many benefits of getting celebrity brands as long as they are done in the most authentic way. He also explores valuable trends of the spirits business during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the promising future of alcohol in the market.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[Alcohol and spirits are here to stay, and they will only get better as time passes. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesolow/">Mike Solow</a>, Co-Founder of <a href="http://www.99-proof.com/">99 Proof</a>, is here to discuss why the alcohol and spirits business is one of the most exciting spaces right now. He talks about working with seasoned entrepreneurs and leveraging the right relationships to achieve business growth. Mike breaks down the many benefits of getting celebrity brands as long as they are done in the most authentic way. He also explores valuable trends of the spirits business during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the promising future of alcohol in the market.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>3067</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Prioritizing Character Over Skill With Jonathan Hakakian Of SoundBoard Venture Fund</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/prioritizing-character-over-skill-with-jonathan-hakakian-of-soundboard-venture-fund--67382140</link>
      <description>Well-tempered skills always go a long way in the realm of business. Nevertheless, a person’s character goes even further. Scott Kelly sits down with Jonathan Hakakian of the SoundBoard Venture Fund to discuss how they prioritize working with founders who perfectly balance confidence and humility. He explains how they determine the best ones through their in-depth assessment and rigorous diligence process. Jonathan also emphasizes how entrepreneurs must learn how to embrace failures and hurdles in their journey to hone their ability to work well under stress.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d7ce90f6-a9e0-11f0-acda-9fa41637ca4c/image/99d538724b02a31b67e9a379ba550369.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Well-tempered skills always go a long way in the realm of business. Nevertheless, a person’s character goes even further. Scott Kelly sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhakakian/ of the https://www.soundboardventurefund.com/ to discuss how...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Well-tempered skills always go a long way in the realm of business. Nevertheless, a person’s character goes even further. Scott Kelly sits down with Jonathan Hakakian of the SoundBoard Venture Fund to discuss how they prioritize working with founders who perfectly balance confidence and humility. He explains how they determine the best ones through their in-depth assessment and rigorous diligence process. Jonathan also emphasizes how entrepreneurs must learn how to embrace failures and hurdles in their journey to hone their ability to work well under stress.
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        <![CDATA[Well-tempered skills always go a long way in the realm of business. Nevertheless, a person’s character goes even further. Scott Kelly sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhakakian/">Jonathan Hakakian</a> of the <a href="https://www.soundboardventurefund.com/">SoundBoard Venture Fund</a> to discuss how they prioritize working with founders who perfectly balance confidence and humility. He explains how they determine the best ones through their in-depth assessment and rigorous diligence process. Jonathan also emphasizes how entrepreneurs must learn how to embrace failures and hurdles in their journey to hone their ability to work well under stress.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1847</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The Hot Demand For Energy Business With Neal Dikeman Of Energy Transition Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hot-demand-for-energy-business-with-neal-dikeman-of-energy-transition-ventures--67382141</link>
      <description>All the press right now is about the energy business. With the unprecedented demand for all kinds of technological innovations, securing enough power to keep them alive and running is a must these days. Neal Dikeman of Energy Transition Ventures is focusing on this particular industry, which is one of the hottest and most promising spaces in this modern era. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how disruptive technologies move beyond policy-driven investments to create the most exciting advancement in the energy sector. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d849d018-a9e0-11f0-acda-67dd2ef9bb7f/image/a6ceb02e9263676ed62e53a835692c82.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>All the press right now is about the energy business. With the unprecedented demand for all kinds of technological innovations, securing enough power to keep them alive and running is a must these days. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dikeman of...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>All the press right now is about the energy business. With the unprecedented demand for all kinds of technological innovations, securing enough power to keep them alive and running is a must these days. Neal Dikeman of Energy Transition Ventures is focusing on this particular industry, which is one of the hottest and most promising spaces in this modern era. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how disruptive technologies move beyond policy-driven investments to create the most exciting advancement in the energy sector. Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[All the press right now is about the energy business. With the unprecedented demand for all kinds of technological innovations, securing enough power to keep them alive and running is a must these days. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dikeman">Neal Dikeman</a> of <a href="http://energytransitionventures.com/">Energy Transition Ventures</a> is focusing on this particular industry, which is one of the hottest and most promising spaces in this modern era. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how disruptive technologies move beyond policy-driven investments to create the most exciting advancement in the energy sector. <br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2321</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Understanding Studio Model With Travis Priest &amp; Will Dolan Of Suncoast Venture Studio</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-studio-model-with-travis-priest-will-dolan-of-suncoast-venture-studio--67382145</link>
      <description>Having capital is great in starting your own venture, and garnering the right expertise is even better. But with the studio model, you can certainly have both. Scott Kelly delves into this concept with Travis Priest and Will Dolan of Suncoast Venture Studio. Together, they explain how this particular approach focuses on turning great ideas into reality, building teams internally, and bringing in experienced individuals to boost their growth. They also discuss their venture formation process, which ensures they are doing the right thing and making the most out of the investors’ money.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d8b562f6-a9e0-11f0-acda-2bfdbe40a199/image/036951fe35dfcc44afa445d9e848e372.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Having capital is great in starting your own venture, and garnering the right expertise is even better. But with the studio model, you can certainly have both. Scott Kelly delves into this concept with Travis Priest and Will Dolan...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Having capital is great in starting your own venture, and garnering the right expertise is even better. But with the studio model, you can certainly have both. Scott Kelly delves into this concept with Travis Priest and Will Dolan of Suncoast Venture Studio. Together, they explain how this particular approach focuses on turning great ideas into reality, building teams internally, and bringing in experienced individuals to boost their growth. They also discuss their venture formation process, which ensures they are doing the right thing and making the most out of the investors’ money.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Having capital is great in starting your own venture, and garnering the right expertise is even better. But with the studio model, you can certainly have both. Scott Kelly delves into this concept with Travis Priest and Will Dolan of <a href="https://suncoast.studio/">Suncoast Venture Studio</a>. Together, they explain how this particular approach focuses on turning great ideas into reality, building teams internally, and bringing in experienced individuals to boost their growth. They also discuss their venture formation process, which ensures they are doing the right thing and making the most out of the investors’ money.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2360</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Exploring Consumer Tech Marketplaces With Justin Caldbeck Of DGV</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/exploring-consumer-tech-marketplaces-with-justin-caldbeck-of-dgv--67382144</link>
      <description>DGV is particularly interested in consumer tech marketplaces and identifying global opportunities based on successful models from other regions. In this episode, Scott Kelly sits down with their founder, Justin Caldbeck, whose wealth of experience working with major venture capital firms allows him to provide the right support to high-net-worth individuals. He talks about providing not only capital but also recruitment guidance, strategic advice, and mentorship to their portfolio companies. Justin also shares valuable insights about using AI tools and monolithic funds, especially right now when the venture is in a bit of a transition mode.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d91b5192-a9e0-11f0-acda-bb445db46651/image/0abc6b82fbfd3eaeabb424db7f327ad9.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>DGV is particularly interested in consumer tech marketplaces and identifying global opportunities based on successful models from other regions. In this episode, Scott Kelly sits down with their founder, https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincaldbeck/,...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>DGV is particularly interested in consumer tech marketplaces and identifying global opportunities based on successful models from other regions. In this episode, Scott Kelly sits down with their founder, Justin Caldbeck, whose wealth of experience working with major venture capital firms allows him to provide the right support to high-net-worth individuals. He talks about providing not only capital but also recruitment guidance, strategic advice, and mentorship to their portfolio companies. Justin also shares valuable insights about using AI tools and monolithic funds, especially right now when the venture is in a bit of a transition mode.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[DGV is particularly interested in consumer tech marketplaces and identifying global opportunities based on successful models from other regions. In this episode, Scott Kelly sits down with their founder, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincaldbeck/">Justin Caldbeck</a>, whose wealth of experience working with major venture capital firms allows him to provide the right support to high-net-worth individuals. He talks about providing not only capital but also recruitment guidance, strategic advice, and mentorship to their portfolio companies. Justin also shares valuable insights about using AI tools and monolithic funds, especially right now when the venture is in a bit of a transition mode.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2194</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Mastering Venture Capital Strategies: The 4 Ps Framework For Successful Seed Investing With Angela Lee Of 37 Angels</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mastering-venture-capital-strategies-the-4-ps-framework-for-successful-seed-investing-with-angela-lee-of-37-angels--67382146</link>
      <description>The future of venture capital is being shaped by forward-thinking managers and strategic partnerships, especially as new opportunities arise within the emerging Canadian capital market. In this episode, we have a compelling conversation with Angela Lee, a veteran entrepreneur, former McKinsey consultant, and Columbia Business School professor, who shares her insights on the strategies of successful venture capital fund managers. Angela, who built 37 Angels, discusses the core criteria for evaluating new funds, the need for agility and adaptability in today’s market, and shares examples of impactful investments like Owlet and Sweetgreen. We discuss the rising importance of AI as an enabler across sectors and examine the growing ecosystem of venture capital in new geographical hubs beyond traditional hotspots. Whether you’re an aspiring VC manager, a seasoned investor, or simply interested in the evolving landscape of venture capital, this conversation with Angela Lee is essential.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d986b798-a9e0-11f0-acda-5f799e898ca6/image/6eb142ad13a1af98207d728752c6c0d2.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>The future of venture capital is being shaped by forward-thinking managers and strategic partnerships, especially as new opportunities arise within the emerging Canadian capital market. In this episode, we have a compelling conversation...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The future of venture capital is being shaped by forward-thinking managers and strategic partnerships, especially as new opportunities arise within the emerging Canadian capital market. In this episode, we have a compelling conversation with Angela Lee, a veteran entrepreneur, former McKinsey consultant, and Columbia Business School professor, who shares her insights on the strategies of successful venture capital fund managers. Angela, who built 37 Angels, discusses the core criteria for evaluating new funds, the need for agility and adaptability in today’s market, and shares examples of impactful investments like Owlet and Sweetgreen. We discuss the rising importance of AI as an enabler across sectors and examine the growing ecosystem of venture capital in new geographical hubs beyond traditional hotspots. Whether you’re an aspiring VC manager, a seasoned investor, or simply interested in the evolving landscape of venture capital, this conversation with Angela Lee is essential.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[The future of venture capital is being shaped by forward-thinking managers and strategic partnerships, especially as new opportunities arise within the emerging Canadian capital market. In this episode, we have a compelling conversation with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiangela/">Angela Lee</a>, a veteran entrepreneur, former McKinsey consultant, and Columbia Business School professor, who shares her insights on the strategies of successful venture capital fund managers. Angela, who built <a href="https://www.37angels.com/">37 Angels</a>, discusses the core criteria for evaluating new funds, the need for agility and adaptability in today’s market, and shares examples of impactful investments like Owlet and Sweetgreen. We discuss the rising importance of AI as an enabler across sectors and examine the growing ecosystem of venture capital in new geographical hubs beyond traditional hotspots. Whether you’re an aspiring VC manager, a seasoned investor, or simply interested in the evolving landscape of venture capital, this conversation with Angela Lee is essential.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1823</itunes:duration>
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      <title>A Laser-Focus On Gaming With Eric Minnick Of Versus VC</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-laser-focus-on-gaming-with-eric-minnick-of-versus-vc--67382149</link>
      <description>In this highly digital and interconnected world, a VC focused on gaming, sports tech, and FinTech has a good chance to thrive and grow rapidly. Scott Kelly interviews Eric Minnick of Versus VC, whose fund is focused on these particular industries and startups. He discusses why keeping a high level of user engagement is needed in these spaces, which are further elevated by artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR). Eric also shares how he plans to handle the exciting growth potential of gaming and his goals to transform Versus VC into a brand-name fund.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d9ef32f0-a9e0-11f0-acda-6714fa95cdff/image/54dd6d2fcbb3c03432ae4970bdcdc85e.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>In this highly digital and interconnected world, a VC focused on gaming, sports tech, and FinTech has a good chance to thrive and grow rapidly. Scott Kelly interviews Eric Minnick of https://www.versusvc.com/, whose fund is focused on these particular...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In this highly digital and interconnected world, a VC focused on gaming, sports tech, and FinTech has a good chance to thrive and grow rapidly. Scott Kelly interviews Eric Minnick of Versus VC, whose fund is focused on these particular industries and startups. He discusses why keeping a high level of user engagement is needed in these spaces, which are further elevated by artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR). Eric also shares how he plans to handle the exciting growth potential of gaming and his goals to transform Versus VC into a brand-name fund.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[In this highly digital and interconnected world, a VC focused on gaming, sports tech, and FinTech has a good chance to thrive and grow rapidly. Scott Kelly interviews Eric Minnick of <a href="https://www.versusvc.com/">Versus VC</a>, whose fund is focused on these particular industries and startups. He discusses why keeping a high level of user engagement is needed in these spaces, which are further elevated by artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR). Eric also shares how he plans to handle the exciting growth potential of gaming and his goals to transform Versus VC into a brand-name fund.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1746</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Decoding Early-Stage VC In Green, Fin, &amp; Med Tech With Saturn Partners' Ed Lafferty</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/decoding-early-stage-vc-in-green-fin-med-tech-with-saturn-partners-ed-lafferty--67382153</link>
      <description>Ready to swing for the fences in the world of venture capital? This episode dives deep into the high-risk, high-reward realm of early-stage VC investing, where home runs, not singles, are the ultimate goal. In this engaging conversation, Scott Kelly welcomes Ed Lafferty of Saturn Partners, a seasoned investor with a wealth of experience in private equity and institutional capital. Ed shares his firm's unique approach to funding Green Tech, FinTech, and MedTech startups, emphasizing their co-investment model and focus on backing seasoned entrepreneurs. Discover how Saturn Partners seeks alpha by targeting innovative companies in their seed and series A rounds, while also providing investors with the opportunity to participate in later-stage deals. Tune in to hear Ed’s candid insights on salesmanship in startups, the impact of AI on drug development, and why swinging for the fences is the key to creating oversized returns.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/da50b002-a9e0-11f0-acda-2b7fb9511baa/image/e93b71972a3b8379262c0b2342009b1c.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Ready to swing for the fences in the world of venture capital? This episode dives deep into the high-risk, high-reward realm of early-stage VC investing, where home runs, not singles, are the ultimate goal. In this engaging conversation, Scott Kelly...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Ready to swing for the fences in the world of venture capital? This episode dives deep into the high-risk, high-reward realm of early-stage VC investing, where home runs, not singles, are the ultimate goal. In this engaging conversation, Scott Kelly welcomes Ed Lafferty of Saturn Partners, a seasoned investor with a wealth of experience in private equity and institutional capital. Ed shares his firm's unique approach to funding Green Tech, FinTech, and MedTech startups, emphasizing their co-investment model and focus on backing seasoned entrepreneurs. Discover how Saturn Partners seeks alpha by targeting innovative companies in their seed and series A rounds, while also providing investors with the opportunity to participate in later-stage deals. Tune in to hear Ed’s candid insights on salesmanship in startups, the impact of AI on drug development, and why swinging for the fences is the key to creating oversized returns.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Ready to swing for the fences in the world of venture capital? This episode dives deep into the high-risk, high-reward realm of early-stage VC investing, where home runs, not singles, are the ultimate goal. In this engaging conversation, Scott Kelly welcomes <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/edlaff/">Ed Lafferty</a> of <a href="https://saturnpartnersvc.com/">Saturn Partners</a>, a seasoned investor with a wealth of experience in private equity and institutional capital. Ed shares his firm's unique approach to funding Green Tech, FinTech, and MedTech startups, emphasizing their co-investment model and focus on backing seasoned entrepreneurs. Discover how Saturn Partners seeks alpha by targeting innovative companies in their seed and series A rounds, while also providing investors with the opportunity to participate in later-stage deals. Tune in to hear Ed’s candid insights on salesmanship in startups, the impact of AI on drug development, and why swinging for the fences is the key to creating oversized returns.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2099</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Thriving In The Online Betting Space With Jake Kleiner Of Bettor Capital</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/thriving-in-the-online-betting-space-with-jake-kleiner-of-bettor-capital--67382148</link>
      <description>Online betting had been in the micro market for a very short period of time. But now, it has finally exploded and has been a gold mine of many investing opportunities. Jake Kleiner is seizing the most exciting things this space has to offer through Bettor Capital. In this conversation with Scott Kelly, he shares their expertise in real money online gaming, sports betting, and online gambling, raising millions of money in investments. Jake also offers insights on the potential future of the liquidity landscape and what they are looking for in an ideal limited partner.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dacba118-a9e0-11f0-acda-63e7ae2ac854/image/96c80df2e11af8393a42d0c6534076cc.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Online betting had been in the micro market for a very short period of time. But now, it has finally exploded and has been a gold mine of many investing opportunities. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-kleiner-7b408a16/ is seizing the most exciting...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Online betting had been in the micro market for a very short period of time. But now, it has finally exploded and has been a gold mine of many investing opportunities. Jake Kleiner is seizing the most exciting things this space has to offer through Bettor Capital. In this conversation with Scott Kelly, he shares their expertise in real money online gaming, sports betting, and online gambling, raising millions of money in investments. Jake also offers insights on the potential future of the liquidity landscape and what they are looking for in an ideal limited partner.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[Online betting had been in the micro market for a very short period of time. But now, it has finally exploded and has been a gold mine of many investing opportunities. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-kleiner-7b408a16/">Jake Kleiner</a> is seizing the most exciting things this space has to offer through <a href="https://www.bettorcapital.com/team/">Bettor Capital</a>. In this conversation with Scott Kelly, he shares their expertise in real money online gaming, sports betting, and online gambling, raising millions of money in investments. Jake also offers insights on the potential future of the liquidity landscape and what they are looking for in an ideal limited partner.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2297</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Handling Generational Transfer With La Keisha Landrum Pierre Of Emmeline Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/handling-generational-transfer-with-la-keisha-landrum-pierre-of-emmeline-ventures--67382150</link>
      <description>There has been a huge generational transfer happening in the market these days. It is not only capital being transferred from one generation to the next, but values are being passed down as well. This has led to a major shift where capital is now going to certain innovations, particularly women-oriented ones. La Keisha Landrum Pierre of Emmeline Ventures joins Scott Kelly to share how they navigate this market shift where women-led innovations are taking a huge portion of capital and driving a large chunk of consumer decisions. She also discusses the advantage of investing in untapped markets and trends that will persist regardless of market volatility.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/db2d4274-a9e0-11f0-acda-2327c9541e25/image/59eb08bf9cbf7f23597affe43c74b72c.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>There has been a huge generational transfer happening in the market these days. It is not only capital being transferred from one generation to the next, but values are being passed down as well. This has led to a major shift where capital is now...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>There has been a huge generational transfer happening in the market these days. It is not only capital being transferred from one generation to the next, but values are being passed down as well. This has led to a major shift where capital is now going to certain innovations, particularly women-oriented ones. La Keisha Landrum Pierre of Emmeline Ventures joins Scott Kelly to share how they navigate this market shift where women-led innovations are taking a huge portion of capital and driving a large chunk of consumer decisions. She also discusses the advantage of investing in untapped markets and trends that will persist regardless of market volatility.Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the Emerging Managers Podcast. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com
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        <![CDATA[There has been a huge generational transfer happening in the market these days. It is not only capital being transferred from one generation to the next, but values are being passed down as well. This has led to a major shift where capital is now going to certain innovations, particularly women-oriented ones. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lnlpierre/">La Keisha Landrum Pierre</a> of <a href="https://www.emmelineventures.vc/">Emmeline Ventures</a> joins Scott Kelly to share how they navigate this market shift where women-led innovations are taking a huge portion of capital and driving a large chunk of consumer decisions. She also discusses the advantage of investing in untapped markets and trends that will persist regardless of market volatility.<br>Learn from the world's best VC Fund Managers at the <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">Emerging Managers Podcast</a>. Subscribe, rate, review, &amp; share! <a href="https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com/">https://emergingmanagerspodcast.com</a><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1846</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Inside Canada’s Next-Gen Venture Capital Scene With Matt Wilson Of Allied Venture Partners</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-canada-s-next-gen-venture-capital-scene-with-matt-wilson-of-allied-venture-partners--67382151</link>
      <description>Scott Kelly interviews Matt Wilson, Founder and Managing Director of Allied Venture Partners. He discusses what it is like to work for one of Canada’s largest angel investors that supports software and technology companies. Matt talks about their particular focus on infrastructure layer software and their investor profile composed mostly of US-based individuals. He also shares insights about the role of AI in their investment strategy, how they navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic, and what makes long-term sustainable companies thrive.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/db9af8fa-a9e0-11f0-acda-039ffaaedbdc/image/27f755c7bb885c8aa5f724ef22548832.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Scott Kelly interviews https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwilsonyyc, Founder and Managing Director of https://www.allied.vc/. He discusses what it is like to work for one of Canada’s largest angel investors that supports software and technology...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Scott Kelly interviews Matt Wilson, Founder and Managing Director of Allied Venture Partners. He discusses what it is like to work for one of Canada’s largest angel investors that supports software and technology companies. Matt talks about their particular focus on infrastructure layer software and their investor profile composed mostly of US-based individuals. He also shares insights about the role of AI in their investment strategy, how they navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic, and what makes long-term sustainable companies thrive.
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[Scott Kelly interviews <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwilsonyyc">Matt Wilson</a>, Founder and Managing Director of <a href="https://www.allied.vc/">Allied Venture Partners</a>. He discusses what it is like to work for one of Canada’s largest angel investors that supports software and technology companies. Matt talks about their particular focus on infrastructure layer software and their investor profile composed mostly of US-based individuals. He also shares insights about the role of AI in their investment strategy, how they navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic, and what makes long-term sustainable companies thrive.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1963</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <enclosure url="https://traffic.megaphone.fm/AEERL6999412981.mp3?updated=1760709929" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <title>Characteristics Of An Ideal Founder With Patrick Henshaw Of Render Capital</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/characteristics-of-an-ideal-founder-with-patrick-henshaw-of-render-capital--67382157</link>
      <description>What characteristics should an ideal founder have? For Patrick Henshaw of Render Capital, one must be coachable and possess the intent to make their vision a reality. He joins Scott Kelly in discussing how they achieved major success by working actively with such founders. Patrick also breaks down the importance of alignment between investors and founders in unlocking great opportunities in the venture capital space. He even shares how his military experience contributed to shaping his investment strategy and his decision to invest outside of major tech hubs.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dc145e98-a9e0-11f0-acda-d38030e65136/image/1640b6c4ea5976c485419c4cd25df13d.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>What characteristics should an ideal founder have? For https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhenshawpmp of https://www.render.capital/, one must be coachable and possess the intent to make their vision a reality. He joins Scott Kelly in discussing how...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>What characteristics should an ideal founder have? For Patrick Henshaw of Render Capital, one must be coachable and possess the intent to make their vision a reality. He joins Scott Kelly in discussing how they achieved major success by working actively with such founders. Patrick also breaks down the importance of alignment between investors and founders in unlocking great opportunities in the venture capital space. He even shares how his military experience contributed to shaping his investment strategy and his decision to invest outside of major tech hubs.
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        <![CDATA[What characteristics should an ideal founder have? For <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickhenshawpmp">Patrick Henshaw</a> of <a href="https://www.render.capital/">Render Capital</a>, one must be coachable and possess the intent to make their vision a reality. He joins Scott Kelly in discussing how they achieved major success by working actively with such founders. Patrick also breaks down the importance of alignment between investors and founders in unlocking great opportunities in the venture capital space. He even shares how his military experience contributed to shaping his investment strategy and his decision to invest outside of major tech hubs.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2444</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>From Founder To Fund: Winning Big In Venture Capital With Erik Huberman Of Hawke Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-founder-to-fund-winning-big-in-venture-capital-with-erik-huberman-of-hawke-ventures--67382158</link>
      <description>Scott Kelly chats with Erik Huberman, founding partner of Hawke Ventures, who shares his career path that led him to the vast world of venture capital. In this conversation, Erik talks about Hawke’s extensive network, the importance of securing an “unfair advantage,” and investing not just in a founder’s goals but their dreams as well. He also discusses the composition of his limited partners, their risk mitigation strategies, and the role of AI tools in an ever-evolving venture capital space.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dc8634d2-a9e0-11f0-acda-6378199ba7dc/image/0bbb42b98485f40baf97aa36b9605748.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Scott Kelly chats with https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikhuberman/, founding partner of https://www.hawkeventures.com/, who shares his career path that led him to the vast world of venture capital. In this conversation, Erik talks about Hawke’s...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Scott Kelly chats with Erik Huberman, founding partner of Hawke Ventures, who shares his career path that led him to the vast world of venture capital. In this conversation, Erik talks about Hawke’s extensive network, the importance of securing an “unfair advantage,” and investing not just in a founder’s goals but their dreams as well. He also discusses the composition of his limited partners, their risk mitigation strategies, and the role of AI tools in an ever-evolving venture capital space.
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        <![CDATA[Scott Kelly chats with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikhuberman/">Erik Huberman</a>, founding partner of <a href="https://www.hawkeventures.com/">Hawke Ventures</a>, who shares his career path that led him to the vast world of venture capital. In this conversation, Erik talks about Hawke’s extensive network, the importance of securing an “unfair advantage,” and investing not just in a founder’s goals but their dreams as well. He also discusses the composition of his limited partners, their risk mitigation strategies, and the role of AI tools in an ever-evolving venture capital space.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>2149</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <enclosure url="https://traffic.megaphone.fm/AEERL5350563607.mp3?updated=1760709945" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <title>Working In Venture Capital With Clark Landry Of Hawke Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/working-in-venture-capital-with-clark-landry-of-hawke-ventures--67382160</link>
      <description>Scott Kelly sits down with Clark Landry, Managing Partner at Hawke Ventures, to share how his early days in startup brought him to the vast world of venture capital. He explores their fund’s particular focus on e-commerce, AdTech, and MarTech, allowing them to support companies at their earliest stages. Clark outlines the attributes they look for in founders, from their revenue growth, team building strategies, to product-market fit. He also talks about their current limited partners and investors, as well as the role of AI tools in their venture capital approaches.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dd148a98-a9e0-11f0-acda-df2b0c39e2ef/image/d95f3f0a57690aaabcb40d02ea56409f.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Scott Kelly sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarklandry, Managing Partner at https://www.hawkeventures.com/, to share how his early days in startup brought him to the vast world of venture capital. He explores their fund’s particular focus...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Scott Kelly sits down with Clark Landry, Managing Partner at Hawke Ventures, to share how his early days in startup brought him to the vast world of venture capital. He explores their fund’s particular focus on e-commerce, AdTech, and MarTech, allowing them to support companies at their earliest stages. Clark outlines the attributes they look for in founders, from their revenue growth, team building strategies, to product-market fit. He also talks about their current limited partners and investors, as well as the role of AI tools in their venture capital approaches.
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        <![CDATA[Scott Kelly sits down with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarklandry">Clark Landry</a>, Managing Partner at <a href="https://www.hawkeventures.com/">Hawke Ventures</a>, to share how his early days in startup brought him to the vast world of venture capital. He explores their fund’s particular focus on e-commerce, AdTech, and MarTech, allowing them to support companies at their earliest stages. Clark outlines the attributes they look for in founders, from their revenue growth, team building strategies, to product-market fit. He also talks about their current limited partners and investors, as well as the role of AI tools in their venture capital approaches.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1490</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <enclosure url="https://traffic.megaphone.fm/AEERL7653244459.mp3?updated=1760709923" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <title>Exploring The Rising Creator Economy With Scott Van den Berg Of HotStart VC</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/exploring-the-rising-creator-economy-with-scott-van-den-berg-of-hotstart-vc--67382152</link>
      <description>Scott Kelly chats with Scott Van den Berg of HotStart VC and their angel investments in celebrity-founded brands in today’s rising creator economy. He shares how they choose the founders to work with and the innovative services they provide them. Scott also explains how involved celebrities are in building, running, and maintaining their brands.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dd877896-a9e0-11f0-acda-87340cb16f86/image/73a46c9f5123ceafd917565caf75f96d.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Scott Kelly chats with https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-van-den-berg-22b534150 of http://www.hotstart.vc/ and their angel investments in celebrity-founded brands in today’s rising creator economy. He shares how they choose the founders to work with...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Scott Kelly chats with Scott Van den Berg of HotStart VC and their angel investments in celebrity-founded brands in today’s rising creator economy. He shares how they choose the founders to work with and the innovative services they provide them. Scott also explains how involved celebrities are in building, running, and maintaining their brands.
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        <![CDATA[Scott Kelly chats with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-van-den-berg-22b534150">Scott Van den Berg</a> of <a href="http://www.hotstart.vc/">HotStart VC</a> and their angel investments in celebrity-founded brands in today’s rising creator economy. He shares how they choose the founders to work with and the innovative services they provide them. Scott also explains how involved celebrities are in building, running, and maintaining their brands.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1679</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>The Promising Value Of Consumer Companies With Tim Holladay Of Spacestation Investments</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-promising-value-of-consumer-companies-with-tim-holladay-of-spacestation-investments--67382155</link>
      <description>Tim Holladay recognizes the unique potential of consumer companies in today’s creator economy. Therefore, he has committed to funding them through Spacestation Investments. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how their investment strategy has connected them with top influencers, pro athletes, and leading brands who bring so much promise to the world of consumer companies. Tim also looks back on his career journey that saw him try engineering, sell a company, and ultimately become an investor.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/de346420-a9e0-11f0-acda-afb3409b66d9/image/41a3decb70719afaf3b22f10b4b9e3fc.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>https://www.linkedin.com/in/timholladay/ recognizes the unique potential of consumer companies in today’s creator economy. Therefore, he has committed to funding them through https://www.spacestationinvestments.com/. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Tim Holladay recognizes the unique potential of consumer companies in today’s creator economy. Therefore, he has committed to funding them through Spacestation Investments. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how their investment strategy has connected them with top influencers, pro athletes, and leading brands who bring so much promise to the world of consumer companies. Tim also looks back on his career journey that saw him try engineering, sell a company, and ultimately become an investor.
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        <![CDATA[<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/timholladay/">Tim Holladay</a> recognizes the unique potential of consumer companies in today’s creator economy. Therefore, he has committed to funding them through <a href="https://www.spacestationinvestments.com/">Spacestation Investments</a>. Joining Scott Kelly, he shares how their investment strategy has connected them with top influencers, pro athletes, and leading brands who bring so much promise to the world of consumer companies. Tim also looks back on his career journey that saw him try engineering, sell a company, and ultimately become an investor.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <itunes:duration>1986</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
      <guid isPermaLink="false"><![CDATA[13PXrVnWD]]></guid>
      <enclosure url="https://traffic.megaphone.fm/AEERL3656417766.mp3?updated=1760709916" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <title>Unlocking Startup Velocity: The Art Of Growth Hacking With Brian Mac Mahon Of Expert DOJO</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/unlocking-startup-velocity-the-art-of-growth-hacking-with-brian-mac-mahon-of-expert-dojo--67382162</link>
      <description>In the fast-paced world of startups, growth is essential, and Brian Mac Mahon of Expert DOJO is a master in the space of growth hacking. This episode dives into Brian Mac Mahon's innovative strategies for scaling startups, emphasizing the importance of customer obsession and effective messaging. Brian discusses how Expert DOJO goes beyond traditional venture capital by providing startups with the tools and expertise they need to achieve rapid growth and market penetration. Discover how Expert DOJO is changing the game for startups.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/dead6bea-a9e0-11f0-acda-e7edb063eb46/image/5ecbe89a80effab09d28511ec29f4d86.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>In the fast-paced world of startups, growth is essential, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmacmahon2/ of https://expertdojo.com/ is a master in the space of growth hacking. This episode dives into Brian Mac Mahon's innovative strategies for...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>In the fast-paced world of startups, growth is essential, and Brian Mac Mahon of Expert DOJO is a master in the space of growth hacking. This episode dives into Brian Mac Mahon's innovative strategies for scaling startups, emphasizing the importance of customer obsession and effective messaging. Brian discusses how Expert DOJO goes beyond traditional venture capital by providing startups with the tools and expertise they need to achieve rapid growth and market penetration. Discover how Expert DOJO is changing the game for startups.
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        <![CDATA[In the fast-paced world of startups, growth is essential, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmacmahon2/">Brian Mac Mahon</a> of <a href="https://expertdojo.com/">Expert DOJO</a> is a master in the space of growth hacking. This episode dives into Brian Mac Mahon's innovative strategies for scaling startups, emphasizing the importance of customer obsession and effective messaging. Brian discusses how Expert DOJO goes beyond traditional venture capital by providing startups with the tools and expertise they need to achieve rapid growth and market penetration. Discover how Expert DOJO is changing the game for startups.<p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>]]>
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      <title>From MSP Mastery To Venture Success: The Top Down Approach With Joel Abramson Of Top Down Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-msp-mastery-to-venture-success-the-top-down-approach-with-joel-abramson-of-top-down-ventures--67382159</link>
      <description>The MSP Space (Managed Service Providers) is a massive market, and Joel Abramson of Top Down Ventures has a unique perspective. This episode explores Joel’s journey from building a successful company in the MSP space to now investing in it with a deep understanding of its intricacies. We delve into the factors driving the growth of MSPs and how Top Down Ventures leverages its expertise to identify promising investment opportunities. Joel’s story offers valuable insights for both entrepreneurs and investors looking to capitalize on this dynamic sector.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The MSP Space (Managed Service Providers) is a massive market, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelabramson/?originalSubdomain=ca of https://www.topdown.com/ has a unique perspective. This episode explores Joel’s journey from building a successful...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The MSP Space (Managed Service Providers) is a massive market, and Joel Abramson of Top Down Ventures has a unique perspective. This episode explores Joel’s journey from building a successful company in the MSP space to now investing in it with a deep understanding of its intricacies. We delve into the factors driving the growth of MSPs and how Top Down Ventures leverages its expertise to identify promising investment opportunities. Joel’s story offers valuable insights for both entrepreneurs and investors looking to capitalize on this dynamic sector.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1828</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Venture Studios: The Tech-Fueled Future Of Funding With Chris Howard Of Softeq Ventures</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/venture-studios-the-tech-fueled-future-of-funding-with-chris-howard-of-softeq-ventures--67382164</link>
      <description>Venture Studios are shaking up the startup landscape, and Chris Howard of Softeq is leading the charge. This isn't your typical VC chat. Forget the image of investors just throwing cash and hoping for the best. Chris, a tech builder with a track record of transforming giants like Disney and major sports leagues, brings a hands-on, "let's get in the trenches" mentality to venture funding. In this episode, we explore the power of the Venture Studio model – a dynamic blend of investment, active mentorship, and serious engineering support. It's a formula designed to de-risk investments, ignite growth, and give startups the technical firepower they need to win. Get ready for a conversation that's as disruptive as the model itself. 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/df8eb3a2-a9e0-11f0-acda-a7082d655af8/image/798bbdb47732115831a81bb54030aa91.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&amp;max-w=3000&amp;max-h=3000&amp;fit=crop&amp;auto=format,compress"/>
      <itunes:subtitle>Venture Studios are shaking up the startup landscape, and https://www.linkedin.com/in/techris/ of https://www.softeq.com/ is leading the charge. This isn't your typical VC chat. Forget the image of investors just throwing cash and hoping for the best....</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Venture Studios are shaking up the startup landscape, and Chris Howard of Softeq is leading the charge. This isn't your typical VC chat. Forget the image of investors just throwing cash and hoping for the best. Chris, a tech builder with a track record of transforming giants like Disney and major sports leagues, brings a hands-on, "let's get in the trenches" mentality to venture funding. In this episode, we explore the power of the Venture Studio model – a dynamic blend of investment, active mentorship, and serious engineering support. It's a formula designed to de-risk investments, ignite growth, and give startups the technical firepower they need to win. Get ready for a conversation that's as disruptive as the model itself. 
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>2460</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Decoding The Funding Gap: The Emerging Managers Podcast Origin Story</title>
      <link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/decoding-the-funding-gap-the-emerging-managers-podcast-origin-story--67382163</link>
      <description>The Emerging Managers Podcast is here, but what's the story behind it? Why this podcast, why now, and why should you tune in? Join Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard as they pull back the curtain on their mission to shine a light on the world of emerging fund managers. Scott, an expert in the field, teams up with Tracy to tackle the disparity in venture capital funding. They discuss the startling statistic that a huge percentage of new funds are launched, yet a small fraction receive the majority of capital. This episode reveals the hosts' passion for giving these deserving managers the exposure and recognition they need and delves into the insights and expertise listeners can expect from the show.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>Emerging Managers</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:subtitle>The Emerging Managers Podcast is here, but what's the story behind it? Why this podcast, why now, and why should you tune in? Join Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard as they pull back the curtain on their mission to shine a light on the world of emerging...</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>The Emerging Managers Podcast is here, but what's the story behind it? Why this podcast, why now, and why should you tune in? Join Scott Kelly and Tracy Hazzard as they pull back the curtain on their mission to shine a light on the world of emerging fund managers. Scott, an expert in the field, teams up with Tracy to tackle the disparity in venture capital funding. They discuss the startling statistic that a huge percentage of new funds are launched, yet a small fraction receive the majority of capital. This episode reveals the hosts' passion for giving these deserving managers the exposure and recognition they need and delves into the insights and expertise listeners can expect from the show.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</itunes:summary>
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