Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Ravi Viswanathan – Venture Secondaries and Growth Capital at NewView (EP.327)
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Jul 13, 2023 Ravi Viswanathan, Founder and Managing Partner of NewView Capital, shares his journey from material science to venture capital. He discusses the innovative approach of venture secondaries, blending portfolio acquisitions with direct investing. Key themes include navigating downturns in the venture landscape, the importance of strong entrepreneur relationships, and strategic partnership dynamics. Ravi emphasizes the significance of operational efficiency and legacy building while reflecting on mentorship and work ethic in driving success in the investment world.
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Career Path
- Ravi Viswanathan's career path includes science, consulting, and venture capital.
- He worked at Goldman Sachs, NEA, and founded NewView Capital.
Dot-com Crash Lessons
- The dot-com crash revealed flawed business models masked by capital.
- Downturns expose true product-market fit.
NEA Experience
- Ravi Viswanathan spent 15 years at NEA, starting as an associate and becoming a general partner.
- He focused on enterprise software and fintech, emphasizing company building.