What’s the secret to venture capital (VC) success? People.

Brianna Rizzo, Talent Partner at VMG Partners, joins the show to share the power of the people who fuel startups.

For Brianna, it all comes down to building rapport before it’s needed, developing a strong talent network, and routing the right people to the right places.

This requires getting curious, investing in relationships, and strategically balancing priorities. When done well, this talent strategy supercharges new companies and enables them to scale successfully.

Listen to hear Brianna correct misconceptions about talent in VC ecosystems, reveal the secret to building a strong startup team, and share how to fuel your success with a talent strategy.

Join us as we discuss:

• [03:30] The critical role of talent partners in VC
• [09:45] What founders don’t understand about talent
• [14:30] Balancing priorities
• [17:00] Building trust with entrepreneurs
• [22:00] Why diverse teams create new opportunities
• [25:00] Collecting a library of resources
• [28:00] Pursuing a career as a talent partner
• [33:00] The power of coaching
• [43:00] How to learn more about VC talent partners

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