Meet The VC ft. Abid Ali, Principal MCN Ventures

MCN is one of Michigan’s most active and consistent investment organizations, dedicated to building world-class companies and entrepreneurial talent in the Midwest. Their commitment to helping entrepreneurs achieve success through investment and mentoring is truly inspiring, and I can’t wait to dive into a conversation with Abid Ali about their work, insights, and the future of venture capital in the region.

This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! Join us as we explore how MCN leverages financial, intellectual, and networking resources to drive success for their portfolio companies.



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00:00-02:04 Introduction and Background
02:04-4:43 Investment Thesis and Check Sizes
04:43-06:55 The Importance of Being a Good Person in VC
06:55- 11:25 Abid's Personal Journey
11:25-14:21 Addressing the Lack of Diversity in VC
14:21- 16:22 Qualities Abid looks for in Founders
16:22- 30:20 Building Relationships and Providing Support
30:20-32:10 The Secret Sauce
32:10-33:08 Storytelling and Investor Selection
33:08-41:48 Negotiating a Balanced Term Sheet
41:48- 45:14 Industry Reports and University Relationships
45:14- 56:50 Adapting to Market Dynamics