E984: Vice Ventures Founding Partner Catharine Dockery raised $25M to invest in vices: marijuana, sextech, gambling, alcohol, vaping; shares insights on hacking her way into VC through cold emails & a strong investment thesis, capitalizing on early markets hungry for investment
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Navigating Vices and Venture Capital
This chapter explores the intersection of vice and investment, delving into ethical considerations around products like massage candles and oils. It discusses the challenges of raising a venture capital fund, the importance of a solid investment thesis, and the complexities of hiring in sensitive positions. Additionally, it addresses the psychology of gambling, legal sports betting in the U.S., and the personal backgrounds of the speakers, highlighting the diverse paths to success in the venture capital space.
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