Investor Insider: Alex Samson's Guide to Crushing the VC Game | Ep 161 | DevReady Podcast

In this episode of the DevReady Podcast, Anthony Sapountzis sits down with Alex Samson, a distinguished tech entrepreneur and seasoned venture capitalist. With over two decades of experience and a track record of multiple successful exits, Alex brings invaluable insights into the venture capital landscape. From his journey transitioning from a software entrepreneur to a VC mentor at 500 Global and Founder Institute, Alex shares his expertise in navigating the complexities of fundraising, strategic investing, and the evolving startup ecosystem. Join us as Alex offers practical advice and profound observations on succeeding in the competitive world of venture capital.

Topics Covered
• Alex’s Transition from Entrepreneurship to Venture Capital
• Fundraising Challenges for VC Firms
• Global Investing Strategy
• Complexities of Managing a VC Fund
• Balancing Long-Term Investments and Returns
• Evaluating Startups and Market Research
• Advice for Technical and Non-Technical Founders
• Navigating the Fundraising Environment

Important Time Stamps
• From Startup Success to VC Triumph: Alex Sampson's Journey (0:07 – 3:50)
• Global Investing Dilemmas: Alex Sampson Breaks Down the Challenges (3:51 – 7:57)
• Mastering VC Fund Management: Insights on Investor Acquisition and Strategy (7:58 – 15:03)
• From Seed to Exit: Navigating Early vs. Late-Stage Investments (15:04 – 20:57)
• How Many Startups to Find a Unicorn? Insights from Alex Sampson (20:58 – 26:55)
• Validating Your Startup Idea: How to Engage Potential Clients and Secure Funding (26:56 – 32:07)

Connect with Alex

Alex Samson | LinkedIn:   / saalse  

500 Global | LinkedIn:   / 500global  

500 Global | Website: https://500.co/

Founder Institute | LinkedIn:   / the-founder-institute  

Founder Institute | Website: https://fi.co/

dvhb: Startup R&D | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dvhb...

dvhb: Startup R&D | Website: https://dvhb.com/


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