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Lisa Edgar, Top Tier Capital Partners
Sep 23, 2020
Lisa Edgar, Managing Director at Top Tier Capital Partners, discusses her journey in technology and investing, building Horsley Bridge, and fund investing practices. Topics include her transition from hospitality to fund investing, evolution of VC investments globally, European tech hubs, and navigating the changing landscape of venture capital.
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- Lisa Edgar transitioned from the hotel industry to finance, sparked by family investing discussions.
- Top Tier Capital Partners' expansion into Europe emphasizes lower valuations and sustainability in investments.
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Lisa Edgar's Background and Career Journey
Lisa Edgar, a managing director at Top Tier Capital Partners, discussed her journey from the hotel and restaurant industry to the finance sector. Raised in Pennsylvania, she transitioned to the Bay Area in the 80s, initially working in the hotel business. Her interest in investments was sparked by her family discussions on investing. She later joined the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, delving into economic research and database creation, where she honed her skills for future investing roles.
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