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  • 7. Limited Partners (LPs) Demystified

    7. Limited Partners (LPs) Demystified
    2024/11/25
    Welcome to another episode of The Capital Curve. I’m Peter Monroe, and today we’re going to demystify a crucial piece of the venture capital puzzle—the Limited Partners, or LPs. When we think about venture capital, we often focus on the VCs, those high-profile investors who evaluate startups, make deals, and support founders through their growth journeys. But there’s a behind-the-scenes player who is every bit as important, yet often overlooked—the LP.
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    13 分
  • 6. Types of Venture Capital Firms

    6. Types of Venture Capital Firms
    2024/11/18
    Welcome back to The Capital Curve, where we dive deep into the venture capital landscape, breaking down the complexities of this ever-evolving world. I’m Peter Monroe, and today, we’re going to explore a fundamental but often overlooked topic: the different types of venture capital firms. Now, if you’re new to the world of venture, you might be thinking, "Aren’t all venture capital firms basically the same?" I get it. From the outside, it can look like every firm is just a group of investors cutting checks to startups, all vying for a slice of the next unicorn. But the truth is, there’s a lot more diversity and strategy here than most people realize.
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    12 分
  • 5. The Role of Angel Investors

    5. The Role of Angel Investors
    2024/11/11
    Welcome back to The Capital Curve, where we dive deep into the world of venture capital, startups, and everything that goes into building high-growth companies. I'm Peter Monroe, and today, we’re talking about a key player in the startup ecosystem: the angel investor. Angel investors often operate behind the scenes, yet they have an outsized influence on early-stage companies and, in many ways, can make or break a startup’s journey.
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    10 分
  • 4. Understanding Different Funding Stages

    4. Understanding Different Funding Stages
    2024/11/06
    Welcome back to The Capital Curve, everyone! I’m Peter Monroe, and today, we’re covering a topic that’s essential for anyone who’s serious about understanding startups or venture capital. We’re going to break down the different funding stages that a startup typically goes through, from its earliest days as a tiny idea all the way to potentially becoming a massive company, ready for an IPO or acquisition. This journey can be confusing, especially with all the jargon that gets thrown around—seed rounds, Series A, B, C, and so on. But by the end of this episode, you’ll have a much clearer picture of what these stages mean, how they work, and why they matter.
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    11 分
  • 3. The Startup Ecosystem Explained

    3. The Startup Ecosystem Explained
    2024/11/06
    Alright, everyone, welcome back to The Capital Curve. I'm Peter Monroe, and today we're diving into something foundational to the world of venture capital and startups. This episode is called "The Startup Ecosystem Explained," and it’s all about demystifying the interconnected world of people, organizations, and processes that come together to create successful startups—or, at least, give them a fighting chance.
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    12 分
  • 2. History of Venture Capital

    2. History of Venture Capital
    2024/11/06
    Welcome to The Capital Curve, where we dive deep into the world of venture capital, startups, and the driving forces behind economic innovation. Today, we’re taking a step back to look at the bigger picture: the history of venture capital itself. Venture capital may seem like a modern phenomenon, but the origins of this industry go back centuries, shaped by explorers, wealthy families, and visionary investors who saw potential in big, bold ideas. Venture capital has evolved dramatically over time, but the core principles of backing risk for high rewards have stayed constant.
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    12 分
  • 1. Introduction to Venture Capital

    1. Introduction to Venture Capital
    2024/11/06
    Welcome to The Capital Curve, the podcast where we cut through the noise and dive deep into the world of venture capital. I’m Peter Monroe, and if you're joining us today, you're probably curious about what venture capital is all about. Maybe you've heard a lot of buzzwords in the news, read some headlines about startups getting millions in funding, or perhaps you’re an entrepreneur yourself, wondering how this whole funding ecosystem works. Whatever brought you here, I’m glad you came, because today we’re breaking down the fundamentals of venture capital.
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    10 分