Byron Deeter
Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, renowned SaaS investor, and has led 19 unicorn investments.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 21min
20VC: Do Margins Matter in AI? | Is Defensibility Gone For Good? | Is Vertical SaaS Dead in a World of AI | What SaaS Rules Are BS and No Longer Apply in a World of AI | The Future of Venture: Why Chanel vs Walmart is BS with Byron Deeter
Byron Deeter, a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners and celebrated SaaS investor, discusses the shifting landscape of venture capital in the AI era. He questions if traditional metrics like margins still matter and explores the fate of vertical SaaS in a world dominated by giants. Byron highlights the potential for billion-dollar businesses to emerge from small teams and addresses the urgent need for innovative growth strategies amidst a rapidly changing market. He also shares insights on how AI could reshape workforce dynamics and investment strategies.
Jul 28, 2021 • 34min
SaaStr 471: SaaStr CEO & Founder, Jason Lemkin and Byron Deeter, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, Discuss Why The Cloud is On Fire in 2021
Jason Lemkin, CEO & Founder of SaaStr, and Byron Deeter, Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, discuss the growth of SaaS companies, the impact of COVID on the industry, and the challenges tech companies face when acquiring other companies. They also explore the Cloud 100 award and upcoming virtual summit, their investments in Canva and Toast, and the impressive growth and benchmarks in the cloud industry.
Jul 22, 2024 • 43min
Closing Bell Overtime: Bessemer’s Byron Deeter On When The AI IPOs Are Coming; Bitwise CEO On Spot Ether ETFs 7/22/24
Bessemer's Byron Deeter discusses Silicon Valley, Kamala Harris, and the future of AI and cloud companies. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley talks about the spot ether ETF. Key topics include AI IPOs by 2025, Ethereum's evolution, and the impact of tech leaders on the market.
Oct 2, 2023 • 44min
Closing Bell: Overtime: Former Goldman CFO On Rising Rate Environment, Opportunities in AI; Top VC On Prospects For The Rest Of The Year 10/2/23
Former Goldman CFO Marty Chavez discusses opportunities in AI and the impact of higher rates on banks and markets. Bessemer Venture's Byron Deeter talks about recent IPOs and predictions for the rest of the year.
May 27, 2021 • 43min
20VC: The Twilio Memo: Bessemer's Byron Deeter on How a $125K Initial Check Became Bessemer's Largest Position, What The Influx of Late-Stage Capital Means For Venture Today & Why The Incumbent Advantage Is Now An Incumbent Disadvantage
Byron Deeter, a Partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, shares his journey through the venture capital landscape, focusing on the remarkable evolution of Twilio. He reveals the strategic thinking that led to a $125,000 investment, despite initial doubts about the market. Deeter discusses the challenges that early-stage companies face and highlights the importance of founders' qualities, like humility and community impact, for success. He also reflects on current trends in the cloud market and the necessity for adaptability in entrepreneurial endeavors.
