Conrad Shang
Founder & Managing Partner at Ensemble VC with prior investing experience at UTIMCO, Norwest, and Bain Capital Ventures; focuses on firm building, data-driven sourcing, and durable fund strategy.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 1h 8min
Conrad Shang, Ensemble VC GP on AI, Deep Tech, Healthcare & Infra
Conrad Shang, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Ensemble VC, shares his insights from a seasoned career in venture capital, having backed seven unicorns including Zoom. He discusses the innovative Unity platform, which acts as an AI copilot for VCs, revolutionizing how startups are sourced and evaluated. Conrad dives into the importance of team dynamics in selecting talent and shares his strategy for investing in sectors like AI and defense. He also touches on the implications of talent flow and the need to address AI challenges in today's market.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 9min
E222: Why 90% of Managers Fail Before Fund 3
Conrad Shang, Founder and Managing Partner at Ensemble VC, shares insights from his extensive investment background at firms like UTIMCO and Bain Capital Ventures. They discuss why succeeding as a fund manager requires more than just being a great investor, emphasizing the importance of firm-building and strategic patience. Conrad reveals how enduring LP relationships and transparent communication build trust. He also highlights the shift of defense tech into the mainstream and the value of a strong team over a solo founder in predicting success.
