StrictlyVC Download cover image

StrictlyVC Download

Greycroft Co-Founder Ian Sigalow on Investing $1 Billion Right Now

Jun 3, 2023
Ian Sigalow, Co-Founder of Greycroft, discusses their recent $1 billion capital raise, evolution of the firm over 17 years, shifting focus to diverse sectors like FinTech and healthcare, challenges in selling luxury goods online, and investment opportunities in AI companies.
44:12

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Greycroft raised $1 billion in capital amidst tough fundraising, showcasing adaptability and success.
  • AI chatbot Tessa's problematic advice for eating disorders prompts debates on AI management in sensitive healthcare.

Deep dives

Venture Firm Greycroft's Evolution and Growth

Greycroft, founded 17 years ago by Ian Siglow, Alan Patrokoff, and Dana Settle, recently closed $1 billion in capital commitments. Starting as a seed-stage venture firm focused on media, they have expanded into various industries like FinTech and healthcare. The firm has grown to about 60 people and operates different strategies beyond their original media focus, reflecting substantial evolution and success.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode