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Tank Talks By Ripple Ventures
Building a Canadian VC Fund Coast to Coast with Prashant Matta of Panache Ventures
Oct 5, 2023
Prashant Matta, General Partner at Panache Ventures, shares insights from his impressive background with OMERS Ventures and Samsung. He discusses the evolution of the Canadian venture scene and the impact of market downturns on investment strategies. Prashant highlights Panache’s focus on pre-seed and seed-stage investments and the essential role of diversity in startups. He also reflects on lessons learned from working closely with founders and the significance of adapting to changing market conditions. A must-listen for aspiring investors!
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- Prashant Matta emphasizes the importance of founder market fit and the evolution of his investment philosophy towards early-stage opportunities at Panache Ventures.
- The podcast highlights Panache Ventures' commitment to supporting diverse founders, fostering inclusivity in the Canadian startup ecosystem through comprehensive mentorship and funding.
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Prashant Mata’s Career Journey
Prashant Mata shares his diverse background that led him to his current role as a General Partner at Panache Ventures. He began his career in management consulting and technology, eventually working with Samsung in Korea and Silicon Valley before transitioning to Canada’s venture capital landscape. Initially intending to join a startup as a COO, he was persuaded to join Omer’s Ventures, where he began investing in Canadian startups. His experiences at Omer’s shaped his investment philosophy, particularly in understanding the importance of founder market fit in the early stages of a company.
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