Courtney Powell Managing Partner & Chief Operating Officer at 500 Global, shares her remarkable journey from entrepreneur to global venture capital leader. Discover the origins and global investments of the firm, the innovative accelerator model, and the strategic expansion into emerging markets.
Courtney also reflects on her entrepreneurial path, highlighting the challenges of running a startup and the crucial role of female representation in venture capital. She provides valuable advice for female entrepreneurs, particularly mothers, on balancing career and family. The episode wraps up with a rapid-fire Q&A, where Courtney shares her thoughts on de-stressing, resiliency, and more. Don't miss this episode packed with inspiration, investment insights, and personal stories.
00:00 Understanding Venture Math
00:39 Introduction and Sponsor Message
01:42 Meet Courtney Powell
02:43 The Journey of 500 Global
05:19 Courtney's Entrepreneurial Path
10:04 The Role of Education in Entrepreneurship
13:19 Challenges and Realities of Startups
18:19 500 Global's Expansion into MENA
22:12 Investing in Emerging Markets
34:36 The Series B Crunch and Capital Gaps
39:01 Supporting Emerging Fund Managers
39:30 Introduction to Fundraising at 500
39:44 Introduction to 500's VC Unlocked Program
40:44 Challenges in Emerging Markets
42:55 Advice for Emerging Fund Managers
45:39 Role of Angel Investors
49:59 500 Startups Investment Strategy
53:34 Perfecting the Pitch
58:12 Women in Tech and Venture Capital
01:06:32 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Career
01:09:21 Rapid Fire Questions
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7 авг 2024
