Bede Moore, former CEO of TechSydney and co-founder of Lazada, now Chief Commercial Officer at Antler, discusses how Antler invests at Day Zero, the residency program, marketing strategies for VCs, identifying quality founders, and his biggest learnings from investing in startups.
Antler invests early at Day Zero to support founders from conception to exit, setting them apart in global markets.
Antler's residency program selects top talent for 10-week collaborations, focusing on identifying successful founder qualities.
Antler's marketing strategy emphasizes day zero investing expertise, personalized connections, and founder success stories.
Deep dives
Investing in Exceptional Founders
Antler focuses on supporting exceptional founders from day zero through the exit of their companies. Working with brilliant individuals globally sets Antler apart as they invest earlier than others, aiding in conceiving and launching successful companies. The emphasis on inception and early-stage support highlights their unique approach in a competitive global market.
The Antler Residency Program
Antler's residency program involves selecting top individuals to work closely with their team for 10 weeks. Participants collaborate with mentors and potential co-founders, aiming for Antler's investment following the residency period. The program focuses on observing and identifying qualities that make potential founders successful, fostering lasting relationships beyond the program.
Investment Structure and Long-Term Support
Antler's investments typically occur around a 10-week mark, serving as a due diligence period to assess founder potential. The focus remains on backing exceptional individuals from day zero to exit, offering ongoing support and follow-on investments for breakout companies. Residencies provide valuable insights into founders' operations and allow for meaningful long-term partnerships.
Marketing Strategies for Venture Capitalists
Antler's marketing strategy centers on showcasing expertise in day zero investing and building long-term relationships with founders. Prioritizing founder testimonials and specific experiences, they aim to communicate their investment focus clearly. Tailored marketing channels vary based on the stage of investment and industry expertise, emphasizing personal connections and success stories.
Advice for Early-Stage Founders
Early-stage founders should be prepared for a challenging and enduring entrepreneurial journey, requiring sacrifice and perseverance. Success in building a company demands psychological readiness for setbacks and risks. Founders must understand the demanding nature of entrepreneurship, embracing the adventure while being mindful of the personal and professional toll it may take.
Bede Moore was the Founding Managing Partner of Antler Australia and is now the firm’s Chief Commercial Officer.
Before Antler, Bede was the CEO of Sydney’s peak technology industry body, TechSydney, and prior to this, he was the co-founder and managing director of Indonesia’s largest eCommerce site, Lazada, which was acquired by Alibaba in 2017 for US$3.5 billion.
Antler was recently recognized as the world’s most active angel and seed-stage investor by Pitchbook.
In this episode, we talk about -
- How Antler invests at Day Zero in startups?
- What is Antler, and how's it different from other VC funds?
- The Antler residency program
- The best channels for marketing of VCs
- How they identify quality founders at Day Zero?
- Bede's biggest learning investing in startups over the years
& lots more
Links -
⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://www.podcast10x.com/
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