Villi Iltchev

Founder of Category Ventures, an early-stage investor in enterprise software startups with experience at Salesforce and other prominent tech companies.

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Feb 6, 2025 • 1h 49min

Illegal Immigrant to $160m Fund 1: Inside Villi Iltchev’s Journey Building Category Ventures

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.