Simi Shah currently serves as Head of Business Development at Paperwork Studious, a media startup backed by the NYC-based venture studio, Create. She contributes regularly to their slate of publications, covering diversity in tech and the world of venture capital and private equity.

Prior to Paperwork, Simi spent time in private equity as an Investment Analyst with the Audax Group. While there, she covered portfolio companies across tech and consumer and helped the firm’s investors diligence M&A targets across industries.

[00:01 – 14:05] Getting to Know Simi

I welcome our guest for the episode, Simi Shah
Simi’s background
Her family’s entrepreneurial background
Growing up in a culturally rich, humble, and modest community
Going to Harvard
Finding her passion

[14:06 – 23:34] From Private equity to Venture Studio

The potential of the tech space
Deciding to move away from private equity
Her transition to a media startup
Venture studio business model

[23:35 – 29:29] Producing Content

South Asian Trailblazers
Gaining new exposure and connections through podcasts
Producing content to cater to your customers/consumers

[29:30 – 39:32] Closing Segment

Key takeaways from their show
Shop South Asian
What’s next for Simi?
Connect with Simi. See Links Below.
Final words

Tweetable Quotes:

“I think the future of most institutions is producing content catered to your customer, consumer, or community that you’re that you’re trying to build.” - Simi Shah

“There’s so much value in talking to people that don’t necessarily sit within your industry.” - Simi Shah

“Don’t be afraid to take risks. Don’t be afraid to do the non-traditional thing.” - Simi Shah

“Be as helpful as you can to people, even when it’s necessarily expected to generate anything in return.” - Simi Shah

“After school, one of the things I struggled with the most was how to keep learning, and talking to people is one of the easiest ways to do that, particularly in a podcast setting where it’s really just talking to someone about their life.” - Simi Shah

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