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Satya Patel – Homebrew (Manager Meetings, EP.18)

Nov 4, 2021

In this engaging conversation, Satya Patel, Partner and Co-Founder of Homebrew, shares insights on venture capital's evolving landscape. He discusses the firm’s hands-on approach to early-stage investments and how trust-building is crucial for founders. Satya also emphasizes the importance of diversity in venture capital through the Screen Door initiative, aimed at empowering underrepresented entrepreneurs. Additionally, he reflects on the lessons learned from his journey and the significance of authenticity in business.

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Episode guests

Tim Recker

Satya Patel

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

Evolution of Homebrew: A Venture Capital Journey

13min

Building Trust Through Lean Engagement in Early-Stage Investments

5min

Evolution of Fund Size in a Changing Venture Capital Landscape

2min

Homebrew's Unique Approach to Venture Capital

9min

Empowering Diversity in Venture Capital

21min

Reflections on Influence, Authenticity, and a Gripping Read

2min

Lessons on Hard Work and Self-Advocacy

2min

On today’s manager meeting, Tim Recker interviews Satya Patel. Tim is the Chief Investment Officer of the $4 billion James Irvine Foundation. Satya is a Partner and Co-Founder of Homebrew, a $190 million seed stage venture capital firm that takes a concentrated, hands-on, and thesis driven approach. Satya also is a Venture Advisor to Screendoor Partners, an investment vehicle designed to back underrepresented first-time venture capitalists. Before they get going, Tim and I discuss his interest in Homebrew, distinction from other operator-led VCs, and his perspective on Screendoor. Learn More Subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Google Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Read the transcripts