Joys of Compounding

Oliver Thomas - Bootstrapped European Software Investing - [Art of Investing, EP.12]

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Feb 5, 2024
Oliver Thomas, founder of Expedition Growth Capital, discusses the history and elements of successful bootstrap software companies. He highlights the importance of disciplined founders and the differentiation between bootstrapped and VC-backed companies. The podcast also explores the dynamics between investors and founder partnerships, the growth of the European software ecosystem, and the significance of discipline in investing.
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ANECDOTE

Parents' Gift of Independence

  • Oliver Thomas recounts how his parents encouraged independence by letting him choose his own path, including deferring Oxford for work experience.
  • This risky choice set a precedent for his future adventurous decisions in business and investing.
ANECDOTE

Sports Shaped Leadership Skills

  • Oliver played rugby and boxed at HBS, finding sports a way to belong and lead beyond academics.
  • Sports helped develop leadership skills that impressed future employers like Summit Partners.
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Finding Summit via Bootstrapped Founder

  • Oliver learned about Summit Partners through a bootstrapped founder in his study group, which led to a unique opportunity at Summit.
  • He took an unconventional path, avoiding direct competition by carving out a niche aligned with his strengths.
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