Thomas Kristensen

Partner and investment committee member at LGT Capital Partners, with over two decades of experience in backing top venture capital players. Prioritizes partnering with funds capable of creating companies valued over $10 billion.

Best podcasts with Thomas Kristensen

Ranked by the Snipd community

Mar 11, 2025 • 43min

Franchise Funds: Is Being a VC Franchise the Ultimate Goal with Thomas Kristensen

Thomas Kristensen, a seasoned partner at LGT Capital Partners, shares his insights on the venture capital landscape with Bezer Clarkson. They challenge the notion of 'franchise funds' and discuss how GPs must continuously innovate instead of resting on past successes. The duo dives into what genuinely constitutes a successful fund and the importance of recognizing performance metrics. Additionally, they speculate on the evolving expectations for IPOs and the reasons why many founders shy away from becoming public company CEOs.

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.