S02 - E04: Demistifying private Equity: What you need to know | Keith Gillard

S02- E07 Capitalizing Conversations: Insights from the Private Equity Investor's Desk. | NARBE ALEXANDRIAN

Introduction to the Guest- NARBE ALEXANDRIAN, Founder & CEO Define Capital. 03:02 - Inspiration 07:49- Experience at Schulich Business as Professor (Must listen) 13:46- Reason behind the motto of "Define Capital" 19:09- How "Define Capital "maintains the unique value proposition after acquisition? 21:08- Criteria to acquire startups22:14- Managing culture in acquisition 25:32- Tips to maintain customer retention. 28:02- Memory of an investment 31:11- How to pick Limited Partner (LP)? 33:33- LPs power over a startup 35:29 - Advice to Private Equity Firm 37:10- AI impact on Investment 39:58 - Advice to Startups 43:06- Passion vs Failure

From Seed to Stardom: Exploring Early-Stage Investments and Emerging AI | JEFFERY POTVIN

In this episode, we dive into the world of entrepreneurship with Jeffrey Potvin, an experienced investor and founder of Open People Network. Jeffrey shares valuable insights on navigating unconventional career paths and the importance of following your passion. He highlights the challenges of overcoming imposter syndrome and finding validation in your own achievements. Jeffrey emphasizes the significance of setting measurable goals and building a supportive network to stay on track. We also explore the inspiration behind starting a business and the crucial role of values and alignment in investor-entrepreneur relationships. Lastly, Jeffrey discusses the unique risks and rewards of investing in early-stage startups and shares memorable experiences from his investment journey. Join us for an enlightening conversation on building successful ventures and embracing innovation in various industries.Connect with Jeffery Potvin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefferypotvin/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefferypotvin/]

S02- E05 Venture Visionaries: Insights and Advice for Startup Investments | Abhishek Gulia

Listen to realistic advice and insights on startup investments from Abishek Gulia

S02 - E04: Demistifying private Equity: What you need to know | Keith Gillard

Our guest today Keith Gillard, CEO of Upperstage.capital [http://Upperstage.capital], Board Chair of the Foresight Cleantech Accelerator, and Director of Talius. His 20+ years of experience in Venture capital and now in Private Equity makes him the right choice for the podcast. Listen to the experienced mind. Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithgillard/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithgillard/] Notes: 00:00 - Introduction 01:00- Chapter 4 05:38 - Guest Intro 07:05 - The Glory of the Journey. 07:46 - Inspiration behind the works. 09:08 - Handling burnouts 10:41 - Handling personal life. 12: 11 - Positives and negatives of Private Equity Vs VC 17:41 - Stages of Private Equity Investments 21:53 - Factors to consider - Debt/Equity partners 23:26 - How flips can look like - From Talius 25:26 - Controversial question 27:35 - Exit Strategy - PEF 30:04 - Aftermath of LBO Strategy (CEOs and Investors) 32:04 - Hardest part of handling a private equity firm 34:34 - The Emotional Investment story 39:04 - Advice to Private Equity Professionals 41:20 - Advice to Startups seeking Private Equity Firms 43:38 - Passion vs Failure

S02-E03 The real talk on pre-seed investment | Sarthak Rastogi

Listen to the best advice of Sarthak Rastogi on pre-seed investment. 00:00 - Introduction. 00:56- Chapter 3. 03:54- Guest Intro. 05:07- Love towards Nation. 07:23- Inspiration behind getting into investment. Segment- 1 : Pre-seed investment. 09:12 - Importance of Networking. 11:11- Red flags investors see in a startup. 13:25 - The importance of the team behind the startup. 15:37- The so-not-right exit strategy. 17:44- Price point of pre-seed investment. 19:54- Risks on investment. 22:40 - Tips for early-stage startups. Segment 2- Angel Investment. 24:50- One special story that Sarthak backed. 29:57 - Startups, know these tips to look attractive to the Angel Investors. 31:53- Controversial Question 1. 34:41 - How do Angel Investors find startups? 36:08 - Controversial Question 2. 38:34 - The journey’s overview. 41:08 -Passion and Failure.