

Buying Schools & Building Software Companies - Entrepreneur & VC Esteban Reyes
Mar 14, 2025
Esteban Reyes, an accomplished entrepreneur and VC investor at Zenda Capital, shares his journey of building and selling three companies. He discusses his innovative fraud detection software that served over 400 banks and how a lack of knowledge about venture capital never hindered his success. Esteban offers insights into buying and managing schools, emphasizing the importance of community identity and strategic due diligence. He also highlights the game-changing role of AI in investment strategies and operational efficiency across various sectors.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Navigating Investment Strategies: Venture Capital vs. Private Equity
04:33 • 2min
Navigating Education Acquisitions
06:31 • 11min
Assessing School Reputation and Maintaining Community Identity
17:05 • 2min
The Impact of Private Equity on Education
18:59 • 14min
AI and Venture Capital: Redefining Efficiency
33:00 • 10min
The Evolution of ServiceNow
43:21 • 5min