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Weekend work while looking for my next Venture Capital Role Best piece of advice: Make yourself a value-add We live in a world where nobody is looking for an advertisement but a force multiplier. Turn "the role I'm looking for" to "What I bring to the table" For Example, My value add: - Major networks in MENA, US, LATAM, Europe and India - Commitment to LP Fundraising and correspondence - Prior investing experience in Web3 (GameFi), Healthcare, Determinsic AI, B2B SaaS, and Sports. (Seed to Series A Valuations) - Experience standing up back-end Office Operations What value do you bring? #venturecapital #venture #startups

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🚀 𝗪𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 FILLiquid 🌱 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 At Katashe Solutions, we pioneer a collaborative venture building model that merges traditional investment strengths with the dynamism of venture studios. More than just funding companies, we co-create them alongside seasoned investors and visionary entrepreneurs. Our approach embeds deep operational support and strategic guidance from inception to scaling, tailoring each project to meet market demands efficiently and reduce risks. As venture capital evolves, Katashe stands at the forefront, leading a new era in venture creation. 🔍 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 By integrating the best practices of trad VCs with our venture building approach, we significantly lower failure rates and accelerate time-to-market. Our hands-on involvement ensures rigorous testing and iteration of ideas, enhancing the potential for success and sustainable growth. 📈 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 The companies nurtured under Katashe’s guidance have shown remarkable resilience and growth, reflecting our commitment to building robust and adaptable business strategies. Our approach demonstrates the power of synergy in venture building, highlighting the positive outcomes of collaborative innovation. 💡 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴! As part of our collaborative venture building portfolio, FILLiquid is currently hiring a Head of Marketing to drive their DeFi platform forward, built on #Filecoin's FVM technology. This pivotal role will involve shaping the brand's identity, spearheading marketing strategies, and fostering a vibrant community. If you’re ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply: https://lnkd.in/g8tES2vu Now that the necessary operational structures are set within the team, Katashe's focus as a venture builder in the next quarter is to help FILLIquid further scale its impact and help build a top-tier marketing team within the Filecoin ecosystem, fostering more collaborative ties across the APAC region and beyond. 🔗 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 To learn more about our projects or discuss potential partnerships, visit our website at katashe.co or connect directly here on LinkedIn. Together, let’s redefine the future of #Web3 venture capital and innovation. cc Arthur Tan Wayne Tang Protocol Labs Aaron Stanley Porter Stowell Simão Cruz Jason Sarria-Solis #KatasheSolutions #VentureBuilding #Innovation #StartupSuccess #CollaborativeVentures #FILLIquid

Thank you Pano Anthos - and here I thought I had conviction! You set the bar to new heights. Thank for somehow managing to cover so many topics while also going in depth. Summary: In this episode of "What Just Happened," Christine Russo interviews Pano Anthos, the Founder and Managing Director of XRC Ventures. Pano emphasizes the consumer-centric approach of their venture, highlighting their focus on startups at the intersection of consumer behavior and technological advancements. With a team of 12, they support around 140 startups across three funds, prioritizing innovations that directly impact consumers rather than enterprise-focused solutions. Pano discusses the current state of venture capital, noting the apprehension among VCs due to concerns about inflated valuations and market volatility. He emphasizes the importance of unique solutions addressing significant problems in today's market, as investors are becoming increasingly risk-averse. Despite the challenges, Pano remains active in early-stage investing, particularly in the retail sector, where he sees significant opportunities for technology-driven solutions. The conversation delves into various topics such as the evolution of AI, retail technology trends, and the importance of data-driven decision-making. Pano shares insights into the future of personalization, retail operations, and sustainability in commerce. He discusses the potential of AI-powered virtual assistants and the need for businesses to adapt to changing consumer behaviors and technological advancements. Additionally, Pano highlights innovative approaches to sustainability, including reusable packaging solutions and on-demand manufacturing, as part of their investment strategy in sustainable commerce. https://lnkd.in/eqNrQsA7

It's here! Following up from our Season 1 episode on the investor perspective in travel tech, we bring you the latest from the front lines of venture capital and corporate innovation. What, if anything, has changed for the ecosystem in the past year? Are we bullish or bearish on where the innovation market is heading for travel, hospitality and mobility? If you’re a startup in this space, how should you be thinking about fundraising now? And if you’re heading up innovation within a corporate enterprise, how can you best capitalize on the new ideas coming to market so you don’t get left behind? For this episode we hosted a Salon featuring some of our good friends in the investing community, Gaurav Tuli (Partner, F-Prime Capital), Suzanna Chiu (Head of Amadeus Ventures) and Katelyn Foley (President, UP.Labs), to break down what they’re seeing, what they’re excited about, and how they each approach investing in innnovation in the travel sector. We also shine a light on some of the alternative models available for fundraising and innovation, digging into the differences in models among traditional venture capital, corporate venture capital, accelerator programs and the venture studio model. Each of these approaches may work better (or worse!) for a given type of startup or corporate innovation team, so we break it down for you. Finally, we hear from our guests what areas they are keeping a close eye on and where they are most excited to invest. #traveltech #venturecapital #startups https://lnkd.in/gP_Qfxqk

🥊 The Accelerator vs Venture Studio video is out... We cover the main differences (and similarities) between the models. Enjoy! https://lnkd.in/d5cNFg4J #vc #venturecapital #investing #venturestudio #accelerator

We’re excited to share that Katelyn Foley, President of UP.Labs, recently appeared on the latest episode of Travel Tech Insider 🌐✨ In this discussion, Katelyn, alongside Gaurav Tuli (Partner, F-Prime Capital) and Suzanna Chiu (Head of Amadeus Ventures), dives deep into the current state of venture capital and corporate innovation in the travel tech sector. Key insights include: 🔍 How the innovation landscape has evolved over the past year 📈 Bullish or bearish sentiments on travel, hospitality, and mobility markets 💡 Fundraising strategies for startups in the current climate 🏢 Leveraging new ideas for corporate enterprises to stay ahead The episode also explores different models of fundraising and innovation, from traditional venture capital to corporate venture capital, accelerator programs, and the venture studio model. Give the show a listen! #TravelTechInsider #VentureCapital #Startups #Innovation #UPLabs #UPPartners #Podcast

Bootstrapping or Venture Capital? One grows your business, the other keeps you in charge. Ever feel like you're selling your soul for a check? You're not alone. Choosing between bootstrapping and venture capital is like picking between a slow, steady hike or a fast elevator with a weight limit. Sure, the elevator gets you up there quickly, but what are you leaving behind? Bootstrapping means tight budgets and slower growth, but you call the shots. Venture capital can skyrocket your business, but now you've got a co-pilot steering the ship. What's better? Keeping full control with a longer road to success, or speeding up with a partner who wants a piece of the pie? Think about what matters most for your venture. Your vision, your control, your pace. Choose the path that feels right, and never look back.

Y combinator released an insightful video about bootstrapping versus venture capital. For founders who are currently contemplating their funding strategies, I would recommend checking out the video. https://lnkd.in/gBNipmtV

Do you know your ABCs in VC lingo? 🤔 We've shared the 5 more confusing venture capital terms in this EU-Startups article 👇