Paulo Passoni
Managing Partner at Valor Capital and seasoned investor focused on Latin American tech; shares insights on AI, capital allocation, and founder mindsets throughout the episode.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 44min
Paulo Passoni (Valor Capital) on IPOs, M&A, and AI’s Impact on Startups in Latam
Paulo Passoni, a leading Latin American investor and key figure in SoftBank's tech investments, dives into the challenges startups face in LatAm. He discusses the shortcomings of M&A as an exit strategy and the harsh realities of pursuing IPOs, revealing that $300M+ revenue is essential for listing. Paulo critiques the $200M acquisition trap, explores how SoftBank's investments reshaped the landscape, and emphasizes the critical role of AI in accelerating startup growth. His insights are a must for anyone invested in the future of Latin American entrepreneurship.
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Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 12min
Paulo Passoni, Sócio do Valor Capital Group - Investindo em Mercados Públicos e Privados
Paulo Passoni, sócio-diretor e head de growth equity do Valor Capital Group, traz uma riqueza de experiências em investimentos. Ele discute suas decisões baseadas em probabilidade, amizades forjadas no SoftBank e a importância de selecionar os fundadores certos. Paulo compara o ambiente de investimentos nos EUA com a América Latina, destacando oportunidades no Brasil. Além disso, compartilha reflexões sobre sua infância, o papel da educação, filantropia e como a política influenciou sua trajetória.
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Dec 23, 2025 • 1h 17min
Why Exit Thinking Destroys Value - Round Two with Paulo Passoni ( Valor Capital)
Paulo Passoni, Managing Partner at Valor Capital, is back to share his expert insights on AI and capital allocation. He discusses why speed is the last real moat in tech and explains the striking differences in profitability timelines between Anthropic and OpenAI. Paulo delves into the culture at Perplexity and Cloudwalk, revealing their hiring strategies that fuel innovation. He also highlights the importance of focusing on community and hobbies in the AI age, emphasizing the need for founders to adopt an 'eternity' mindset. A must-listen for entrepreneurs!
