The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified

Brad Feld, a founding partner at Foundry and co-founder of Techstars, sheds light on the decision not to raise a new fund and the philosophy behind 'give first.' He discusses the evolution of Techstars, emphasizing community building and managing investor expectations. Brad reflects on personal growth during hibernation and the importance of authentic mentor-mentee relationships. The conversation dives into balancing generosity with personal time, and how ancient wisdom can inform modern entrepreneurial practices.

Explore what top investors consider the best questions for limited partners. Discuss strategies for maintaining a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving market. Dive into the importance of long-term vision and legacy in venture capital. Discover how infrastructure investments and team-building shape a firm's future. Learn how success is defined and the critical alignment between risk tolerance and investment goals for early-stage ventures.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Shamin Walsh Mike Schroepfer Shashank Saxena We asked guests to describe the biggest change to their investment philosophy over the course of their career The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Godard Abel Joseph Ruscio Alexander Niehenke Each investor highlights a situation where they decided not to invest, why they passed, and how it played out. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

Hemant Mohapatra, Partner at Lightspeed India and former investor at A16Z, shares his insights on AI and India's innovation landscape. He discusses the opportunities and challenges in AI investments, particularly in healthcare and legal sectors. Hemant highlights the importance of strategic positioning in tech super cycles and how vertical integration is reshaping India's digital future. He delves into the potential of India's digital currency and blockchain, emphasizing the need for strong narratives in the investment world.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Manish Patel Barry Schuler Shamin Walsh We asked guests for the most important piece of advice that they'd share with folks early in their venture career. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Han Shen Craig Shapiro Kevin Jiang We asked guests to discuss the most visionary founder that they've worked with and what makes them so special. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

This episode dives into the best questions allocators have posed to investors, highlighting their profound impact on decision-making. A strong focus is placed on the necessity for aligning expectations in founder-investor relationships, showcasing the emotional connections that fuel long-term success. It also emphasizes the critical questions entrepreneurs must ask to gauge investors' priorities, sharing an inspiring anecdote about resilience in the face of skepticism in the startup landscape.

Charles Hudson, founder and managing partner at Precursor Ventures, shares invaluable insights from over 600 investments in the startup world. He discusses the importance of supporting founders and examines the evolving dynamics of venture capital. Hudson highlights how unconventional founders can succeed, the challenges of non-consensus investments, and regrets over missed opportunities. The conversation also touches on effective customer profiling and the potential of consumer startups, offering a fresh perspective on future market trends.

On this special segment of The Full Ratchet, the following Investors are featured: Alexander Niehenke Kyle York Vince Hsieh We asked guests to tell the most important lesson they've learned in their career. The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.