

Business Podcast by Roohi | VC, Startups
Roohi Kazi
Business Podcast by Roohi an audio based interview style podcast where I chat with thought leaders, Venture Capitalists, creators, founders, entrepreneurs. About a wide range of topics from investment thesis to start up space.
It's a podcast for creators, makers, builders, doers, business people and Venture capital enthusiasts.
It's a podcast for creators, makers, builders, doers, business people and Venture capital enthusiasts.
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Mar 25, 2023 • 19min
E#52: Personal Branding Ft. Isaac Mashman(Founder of Mashman Ventures)
In this episode hear from Isaac Mashman: Founder of Mashman Ventures
Side note this episode was recorded: 1 year ago
Some key takeaways from my episode with Isaac:
1. Personality, and Professional = Synergy, Powerful
2. Promote what you have going on
3. Power of 3: Connect with 3 people everyday for a year
You can connect with Isaac on the following platforms:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/isaacmashman
Check out his website here: https://www.isaacmashman.com/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter:https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Mar 24, 2023 • 17min
E #51: Cracking a Deal with Master P Ft. Jason Peterson
This is a special episode of the podcast
Podcast #51- a start of new journey for the podcast
In this episode hear from Jason Peterson: Chairman and CEO of GoDigitalMedia
Side note this episode was recorded around 1-2 years ago
Some of my key takeaways from the podcast episode:
1. Get into therapy, explore your psychology
2. Focus on making hits
You can connect with Jason on the below platforms
Linkedin: jasonpeterson
Godigital
Website: godigitalmg
Email: jason@godigitalmg.com
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter:https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Mar 6, 2023 • 32min
E#50: Investing in Wander and Angel Investing Ft. Julian Weisser(Co Founder of On Deck, Angel Investor)
Had a fun conversation w/Julian Weisser
1. We talked about his raw thoughts on whether he would invest into Fueler
His 3 pronged approach to fundraising in this current climate
1. Focus on Momentum Building
2. Raise for round you have passed
3. Build a pipeline of people you want to talk to
And so much more
You can connect with Julian on the below platforms
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/julianweisser
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KaziRoohi
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Mar 5, 2023 • 28min
Ep #49: SEA Ecosystem Ft. Jeremy Au(VC at Monk Hill VC)
It was an absolute great time hosting Jeremy Au on the podcast
We chatted about:
1. How to get more involved in the SEA ecosystem
2. Building connections through podcasting
3. How do you find LP's for your VC fund
You can connect with Jeremy: on the below platforms
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau
LinkedIn; Jeremy Au
Check out the Brave Podcast here: https://www.bravesea.com/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Feb 14, 2023 • 20min
Ep #48: Blitzscaling and Venture Ecosystem Ft. Chris Yeh(GP @ Blitzscaling Ventures)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Chris Yeh on the podcast
1. We talked about Breaking into VC
Here are some of my key takeaways:
1. Blitzscaling = prioritizing speed over efficiency
2. As a founder learn and unlearn
3. VC is a small industry and more
You can connect with Chris on the below platforms
Twitter:https://twitter.com/chrisyeh
Listen to Chris's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chris-yeh-podcast/id1370273920
Check out Blitzscaling book here: https://www.amazon.com/Blitzscaling-Lightning-Fast-Building-Massively-Companies/dp/1524761419
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KaziRoohi
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Feb 10, 2023 • 25min
E #47: Shark Tank India experience Ft. Ganesh Balakrishnan(Co Founder of Flatheads)
In this episode I had the pleasure and honor of chatting with Ganesh Balakrishnan
We talked about:
1. We talked about IIT, IIM experience in Flatheads
2. Viral Marketing and Down But Not Out Campaign
3. Rejecting offers from the Sharks and Thought Process
4. Advice for entrepreneurs both in India and around the world
5. Nailing a pitch and integrating an element of storytelling
It was great connecting with Ganesh!
Connect with Ganesh on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ganeshb78
Check out Flatheads here: https://www.flatheads.in/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KaziRoohi
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Feb 4, 2023 • 20min
E#46: LatAm and Unicorns Ft. Daniel Ospina(Co Founder Pygma)
In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Daniel Ospina
We talked about:
1.Pygma? What is it?
2. How to write a good cold email
3. Fundraising Tips
4. How to get more Unicorns out of LatAm?
and so much more
It was great connecting with Daniel!
Connect with Daniel on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielospinae
Check out Pygma here: https://www.pygma.co/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KaziRoohi
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

Feb 2, 2023 • 2min
One Off Episode: Some Updates
In this one off episode I share some updates:
1. Some of the major ones include a shift in accent that is completeley different from 2020
2. Partnerships/collabs with TechStars NY,etc
3. Opening up my podcast to sponsors- pricing will be minimal
4. Intro to the podcast, and sharing of some confirmed guests for 2023

Feb 2, 2023 • 21min
E #45: Scaling to first 100 users Ft. Akhil Gupta{Founder of NoBroker)
Had a very nice chat w/ Akhil Gupta Founder of No Broker
It was a treat of an episode and we dived into how they started NoBroker, acquired their first 100 customers and so much more
No Brokers story is one of defying the odds
My biggest takeaways from the conversation:
1. Unicorn status is a milestone
-> And Akhil was so humble about it despite having achieved so much
2. Take risk
3. Power of Internet
4. Defying the odds
And so much more
Connect with Akhil on the below platforms:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/akhil10s
Check out NoBroker here: https://www.nobroker.in/
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KaziRoohi
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr

18 snips
Feb 1, 2023 • 27min
E #44: Achieving Unicorn Status Ft David Shein(Partner at OIF Ventures)
It was an absolute pleasure talking with David Shein today
Really appreciate David for his time and coming on the podcast today
David is the Author of The Dumbest Guy At The Table, and Partner at OIF Ventures
David built ComTech and at the time of sale it had made 700 Million in Revenues, and sold for an enterprise value of over 1 billion
Some of my key takeaways:
1. Australia as the hub for innovation
2. Unicorn status = regular growth and delivering exceptional results
3. Have a sweet spot as a VC Fund
and more
You can check out and buy David's book here:
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/Dumbest-Guy-at-Table-ebook/dp/B0B39P86RF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=4XR2ZGL66J8R&keywords=david+shein&qid=1675239964&sprefix=david+shein%2Caps%2C286&sr=8-1
Follow David on LinkedIn: @David Shein
Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/david_shein
You can check out his profile on OIF Ventures here: https://www.oifventures.com.au/team/david-shein
Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:
Instagram-roohik2
LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KaziRoohi
Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz
Business Podcast by Roohi
website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/
Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/
Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here: https://ratethispodcast.com/bpbr