1Mby1M Entrepreneurship Podcast

Yanev Suissa, Managing Partner and Founder at SineWave Ventures, discusses changes in Venture Capital and his firm’s investment thesis.

Daniel Ibri is Co-founder and Managing Partner at Mindset Ventures. This is an excellent discussion about the changing dynamics of AI and venture capital.

Mohanjit Jolly, Partner at Iron Pillar, discusses his firm’s growth stage investment thesis.

Sandeep Sardana, Founder and General Partner at BluePointe Ventures, dives into the evolving landscape of vertical AI and industry operating systems. He explains how BluePointe is shifting its focus toward vertical AI, emphasizing the need for human-in-the-loop systems despite automation advancements. Sandeep discusses the benefits of retrofitting AI in existing companies, contrasts subscription vs. outcome-based pricing models, and expresses cautious optimism about AGI's potential impact on industries. His insights illuminate the future of AI-driven business strategies.

Ihar Mahaniok is Managing Partner at Geek Ventures. We have an excellent discussion on AI trends and startup opportunities.

Jean-Philippe 'JP' Persico, Cofounder and Managing Partner at shuckerVC, shares insights from his journey as a former software engineer to venture capitalist. He discusses the investment philosophy behind shuckerVC, focusing on early-stage B2B software and the critical importance of team strength. The conversation highlights the innovative integration of AI into user experiences, as well as groundbreaking technologies for safety in robotics. JP also explores evolving investment strategies and the trends shaping the tech industry, emphasizing metrics that matter.

Marina and Nick Davidovs are Cofounders and Managing Partners at DVC, a firm that backs only repeat founders doing AI startups. We had a terrific conversation on cutting edge issues within the AI ecosystem.

Vinit Bhansali, Founder and General Partner at Takshil Venture Partners, discusses how his firm is investing in India.

In this discussion, Alex Benik, Partner/Founder at Encoded Ventures, delves into early-stage investment strategies, focusing on AI's transformative impact across sectors. He highlights how VCs must anticipate disruptions over the next 5-7 years. The chat also covers innovative pricing models shaped by automation and the importance of thriving founding teams. Additionally, Alex shares insights on integrating human oversight in tech automation, balancing efficiency with quality, and addresses unique challenges for smaller companies in the evolving landscape.

Ray Wu, Managing Partner at Alumni Ventures AI Fund, discusses the fund’s investment thesis.