Katelyn Donnelly is the founder and general partner of Avalanche VC, a venture capitalist firm that invests primarily in Ed Tech Companies.
Expect to learn what Ed Tech is and how it’s changing the education landscape, how Austin, TX has become a hub for education innovation, and Katelyn’s predictions about the future of the education market. You’ll also learn about Katelyn’s work with the government of Pakistan helping them roll out a voucher program that allow students to attend public and private schools.
This episode is sponsored by John Galt Mortgage Company
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Chapters:
0:00 - Katelyn Donnelly
3:18 - What is Venture Capital?
5:53 - When Does VC Make Sense?
9:06 - Why Katelyn Chose to Focus on Education
16:48 - Career Progression
22:06 - How Katelyn Became a VC
26:48 - The Genesis of Avalanche
29:35 - How Katelyn Chooses what to Invest In
34:07 - Sponsor: John Galt Mortgage Company
35:05 - Predictions About the Future of Education
39:22 - How to Make Education Work
44:51 - Education Technology
55:46 - The Importance of Early Childhood Education
1:02:10 - Katelyn’s Work in Pakistan
1:09:59 - How We Value Education
1:16:12 - Austin’s Place in Ed Tech
1:18:10 - Katelyn’s Advice for Start Ups
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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
Zero to One - Peter Thiel
The Earlier the Better - Guidepost Montessori
Three Cups of Tea - Greg Mortenson
Connect with Katelyn Donnelly:
Website | https://www.avalanche.vc
Email | hello@avalanche.vc
Website | https://katelyndonnelly.com
Twitter | https://x.com/krdonnelly
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