Samir Kaji
Co-founder and CEO of Allocate, a private markets company. Expert in venture capital, private equity, and the evolution of the private markets.
Top 5 podcasts with Samir Kaji
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Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 42min
How to Raise a VC Fund Today, How AI is Changing Fintech, Traits of Top Emerging Managers, Why Everyone is Selling Secondaries, Triple-Layered SPVs | Samir Kaji, Co-founder and CEO of Allocate
Samir Kaji, Co-founder and CEO of Allocate, dives into the evolving landscape of private markets. He highlights the surge in private investment firms and the hurdles new venture funds face in raising capital. The conversation touches on the critical role of secondaries in enhancing liquidity and how AI is transforming the evaluation of fund managers. Kaji also discusses effective strategies for emerging managers to differentiate themselves and the complexities of navigating triple-layered SPVs. It's a rich exploration of innovation and adaptation in today's venture capital world.
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Feb 17, 2024 • 1h 30min
E5: Mark Suster and Samir Kaji on the 2024 Venture Market, IPOS, and Secondaries
Discussions on the 2024 venture market, secondary sales by VCs, IPOS, strip sales, continuation funds, and early stage fintech. Insights on firms like IVP and Kleiner Perkins, mistakes GPs make with LPs, and top recent investments in AI, healthcare, and defense technology.
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Mar 6, 2024 • 42min
Mitchell Green of Lead Edge Capital on the Moneyball approach to investing, the art of effective cold calling, and managing 700+ strategic LPs
Mitchell Green of Lead Edge Capital discusses the Moneyball approach to investing, effective cold calling, and managing 700+ strategic LPs. The podcast highlights the firm's unique model combining PE and growth strategies, emphasizing strategic evaluations and LP relationships. The episode explores the value of being a contrarian investor and embracing risk in the venture capital landscape.
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Jul 13, 2025 • 1h 42min
What is happening in VC today and the role of wealth management in growing the private markets?
Samir Kaji, Co-founder and CEO of Allocate, delves into the current challenges facing fund managers in private markets. With a staggering growth in private investment firms, he discusses the tough fundraising climate and the high mortality rates for new funds. Kaji highlights the evolving role of secondaries, SPVs, and AI in transforming fund analysis and capital management. He also addresses how the risk profiles of different fund sizes impact their success, stressing the need for resilience and innovation in today’s venture landscape.
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Feb 17, 2024 • 1h 23min
Mark Suster and Samir Kaji on the 2024 Venture Market, IPOS, and Secondaries | E1899
Mark Suster, a managing partner at Upfront Ventures, shares his insights on the current state of the venture capital market alongside Samir Kaji, CEO of Allocate. They dive into the challenges facing Series B and C fundraising amidst a cooler market. Both discuss the strategic importance of secondaries for liquidity and the evolving landscape of IPOs. Suster and Kaji also highlight crucial metrics and the need for adapting investment strategies as they navigate a transforming industry landscape.
