The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified 441. ID’ing Generational Founders, Targeting Structurally Broken Markets, Bringing Venture Back to the Studs, and How Value will Accrue in AI Between Incumbents and Upstarts (Alexa von Tobel)
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Jul 8, 2024 Alexa Von Tobel, Co-founder of Inspired Capital, discusses investing in societal problems, structurally broken markets, AI value distribution, and future of FinTech. The podcast explores the competition between big tech incumbents and AI startups, navigating uncertain macro environment for investment strategy, and guest features with book recommendations.
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Path to Venture
- Alexa von Tobel's path to venture started with her entrepreneurial spirit and early experience at Insight Venture Partners and Morgan Stanley.
- After Harvard Business School, she launched LearnVest, a FinTech company, which she later sold, leading her to found Inspired Capital.
Ideal Founder Profile
- Inspired Capital seeks founders deeply passionate about a problem, living in the future, and possessing an unfair advantage.
- These founders see unseen solutions, tackle meaningful problems, and demonstrate unwavering conviction.
Venture Capital's Power
- Alexa von Tobel believes venture capital is the most potent economic engine, driving innovation and solving significant problems.
- She emphasizes the importance of big swings and tackling seemingly impossible challenges.