The VC Architects

The VC Architects (Ep. 11) - Pablo Casilimas (One Six One Ventures)

Pablo Casilimas, co-founder and managing partner of One Six One Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his unconventional journey from an engineering student, through content marketing and event organizing, to founding 161 Ventures alongside a close friend. We cover strategies for sourcing and funding startups, the significance of founder-market fit, and insights into maintaining a venture fund's integrity by wisely managing GP entity ownership.   00:00 Welcome to VC Architects: Unveiling the Blueprint of 161 Ventures 01:06 The Genesis of 161 Ventures: From Engineering to Entrepreneurship 01:56 The Evolution of Gainesville's Startup Ecosystem 03:19 Pivoting from Engineering to Content Marketing: A Founder's Journey 06:32 Leveraging Events for Growth and Networking 09:06 The Birth of 161 Ventures: From Accelerator to Venture Fund 11:49 Securing the First Investors: Turning Vision into Reality 17:29 Navigating the Venture Fund Landscape: Insights and Strategies 20:36 The Art of Attracting Dual-Use GovTech Startups 21:55 Decoding Success in Enterprise Tech and GovTech 28:09 Lessons Learned and the Path Forward for Emerging Fund Managers 41:35 Gratitude and Reflections: The People Behind the Journey   You can find Pablo Casilimas on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/pablo-casilimas-1707a9113/ and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/pablo_casilimas and learn more about OneSixOne Ventures at https://www.onesixone.ventures/. Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com [https://www.flowlie.com/]. Stay up-to-date with all our episodes by checking our website at https://www.thevcarchitects.com [https://www.thevcarchitects.com/], following us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects [https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects], and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects [https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects/].

The VC Architects (Ep. 10) - Genevieve LeMarchal (Suncoast Ventures)

Genevieve LeMarchal, co-founder and managing partner of Suncoast Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss her journey from management consultant turned sales trainer to startup acceleration, healthcare tech, and VC fund manager. We discuss her passion for assisting entrepreneurs, her confrontation with imposter syndrome, and the origins of Suncoast Ventures. The conversation touches upon Genevieve's significant relationship-building efforts within her ventures and the importance of providing differentiated value to founders.   00:01 Introduction and Welcome 01:21 The Journey to Venture Capital 05:29 Learning from Failures 07:51 The Challenges of Fundraising 08:43 Transitioning to the Investor Side 14:42 The Genesis of Suncoast Ventures 18:21 The First Steps in Venture Capital 22:46 The Journey to Launching Cohorts and Accelerators 24:13 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Embracing Opportunities 25:03 The Struggle with Self-Doubt and Building Confidence 27:35 The Role of VC Lab in the Journey 31:17 The Vision for Suncoast Ventures 36:44 The Inception of Suncoast Ventures 38:19 Building a Diverse Team and Ecosystem 39:41 The Value-Driven Approach to Investing 45:37 Gratitude and Reflections 46:49 Closing Remarks and Future Prospects   You can find Genevieve LeMarchal on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevievelemarchal/ and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/genlemarchal and learn more about Suncoast Ventures at https://www.suncoastvc.com/. Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com [https://www.flowlie.com/]. Stay up-to-date with all our episodes by checking our website at https://www.thevcarchitects.com [https://www.thevcarchitects.com/], following us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects [https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects], and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects [https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects/].

The VC Architects (Ep. 9): Jahn Karsybaev (Big Sky Capital)

Jahn Karsybaev, co-founder and managing partner of Big Sky Capital, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his journey from a multi-time entrepreneur to an angel investor and now fund manager. We unpack insights on fundraising for first-time fund managers, and the role of relationship-building in securing fruitful partnerships with LPs. John emphasizes the importance of maintaining a long-term vision, cultivating reputation and credibility, and bringing value to portfolio companies. 00:00 Introduction and Background of the Hosts 00:17 The VC Architects Podcast: An Overview 00:56 Sponsorship Message 01:07 Beginning of the Interview with Jahn Karsybaev 01:32 Jahn's Journey Before Angel Investing 04:00 Jahn's Entrepreneurial Journey and Lessons Learned 07:55 The Investment Thesis of Big Sky Capital 10:27 The Process of Discovering Upcoming Entrepreneurs 14:36 The Importance of Building Relationships in Venture Capital 14:50 The Fundraising Journey for Big Sky Capital 17:20 The Vision for Big Sky Capital 31:21 Mistakes and Lessons Learned During Fundraising 39:01 Looking Forward: The Future of Big Sky Capital 42:07 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion You can find Jahn Karsybaev on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahnibek/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahnibek/] and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/jahnibek_ [https://twitter.com/jahnibek_] and learn more about Big Sky Capital at https://bigskycapital.co/. Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com [https://www.flowlie.com/]. Stay up-to-date with all our episodes by checking our website at https://www.thevcarchitects.com [https://www.thevcarchitects.com/], following us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects [https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects], and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects [https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects/].

The VC Architects (Ep. 8): Luke Cooper (Latimer Ventures)

Luke Cooper, founder and managing partner of Latimer Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss his journey from M&A lawyer to multi-time exited entrepreneur turned venture investor. He opens up about the pain, profit, and purpose that drove his transition and the impact he hopes to make as an investor. Luke also dives into his thesis at Latimer Ventures, which focuses on supporting black and Hispanic founders in the US. You can find Luke Cooper on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukecooperbaltimore/ and learn more about Latimer Ventures at https://www.latimer.vc/. Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com [https://www.flowlie.com/]. Stay up-to-date with all our episodes by checking our website at https://www.thevcarchitects.com [https://www.thevcarchitects.com/], following us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects [https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects], and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects [https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects/].

The VC Architects (Ep. 7): Paige Doherty (Behind Genius Ventures)

Paige Doherty, co-founder and managing partner of Behind Genius Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss her journey from student of the venture ecosystem to the youngest-ever fund GP. In this episode, we unpack Paige's content creation strategy, the early syndication days, and the first LP check. You can find Paige Doherty on X at https://twitter.com/paigefinnn and learn more about Behind Genius Ventures at https://www.behindgeniusventures.com/. Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com [https://www.flowlie.com/]. Stay up-to-date with all our episodes by checking our website at https://www.thevcarchitects.com [https://www.thevcarchitects.com/], following us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects [https://twitter.com/thevcarchitects], and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects [https://www.instagram.com/thevcarchitects/].