Villi Iltchev

Villi Iltchev, founder of Category Ventures and a seasoned investor in enterprise software, shares his inspiring journey from being an illegal immigrant to raising a $160m fund. He discusses the evolution of Silicon Valley and the mistakes that shaped his career, including the crucial importance of unit economics. Villi reflects on his experiences at Salesforce, his early bets on successful startups, and the challenges of selling tech companies. Packed with valuable insights, this conversation highlights the transformative power of perseverance and innovation in the tech industry.