Polly Barnes

Polly Barnes, an Operating Partner at EQT Ventures focused on talent, shares her insights on high-performing founders. She discusses EQT's 20 indicators that define success, emphasizing resilience balanced with self-reflection. The conversation highlights the evolving profile of tech founders amid AI advancements and explores the critical role of psychological support in their journeys. Polly also addresses the challenges DEI initiatives face in startups and provides valuable advice for modern HR leaders in VC-backed environments.