Ciaran O'Leary

Ciaran O'Leary, General Partner at BlueYard, opens up about his fascinating transition from aspiring airline pilot to venture capitalist. He discusses his fund's focus on decentralization, democratization, and data liberation. Ciaran reveals how startups can differentiate genuine early-stage VCs and advises founders to look beyond surface successes. The conversation also highlights Europe's shifting entrepreneurial landscape and the importance of hiring the right talent for scaling businesses. Expect playful insights on productivity and economic efficiency!

Ciaran O’Leary, co-founder and general partner at BlueYard Capital, chats about his venture into the world of decentralized web investments. He shares insights on Europe's entrepreneurial landscape, highlighting what it still lacks. O’Leary discusses the impact of crises on VC strategies and why U.S. firms might differ in their approach. He emphasizes the evolving nature of startup pitches and the importance of product-market fit. With a spotlight on innovative companies like Protocol Labs and BitBio, it's a deep dive into the transformative potential of European startups.

Ciaran O'Leary, co-founder of BlueYard VC, discusses the evolution of European tech and VC, adapting to Covid-19, and investing in revolutionary companies like Meatable and Bit Bio. BlueYard's focus on a new internet stack, financial liberty, and nature as a technology sets them apart in the VC landscape.