Welcome to another episode of Venture Capital podcast , where John Bradshaw and Peter Harris delve into the intricacies of the startup world. In this episode, the spotlight is on a critical question: "How do VCs measure success?" The hosts explore various dimensions of success in the venture capital realm. Is it all about becoming a billionaire, or is there more to it? The conversation unfolds as they dissect the subjective nature of success in the ever-evolving venture capital landscape. They n...
Feb 06, 2024•14 min•Ep. 68
Welcome to another episode of Venture Capital podcast , where hosts John Bradshaw and Peter Harris delve into the intricacies of the startup world. In this episode, the hosts share their thoughts on a unique strategy to network within the startup ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of delegation for seasoned professionals. They discuss the challenges and benefits of empowering an admin to connect with key players, creating a ripple effect that streamlines networking efforts. The hosts also iss...
Jan 26, 2024•24 min•Ep. 67
Welcome to the Venture Capital podcast with your hosts, Peter Harris from the University Growth Fund and John Bradshaw from Codebase. In today's episode, we delve into the intriguing world of "How to Get into Venture Capital." Peter, the seasoned venture capitalist, and John, offering the founder's perspective, explore the ins and outs of entering the venture capital space. The hosts kick off by discussing the basic qualifications and skills required for a successful venture capital career. From...
Jan 16, 2024•20 min•Ep. 66
Welcome to the Venture Capital Podcast with your hosts, Jon Bradshaw and Peter Harris . In this episode, Jon shares a fascinating story about a founder's experience with a venture capital firm and why the deal didn't go through. The episode is titled "Why Did The VC Pass," shedding light on the intricate dynamics within venture capital firms. Jon, representing the founder's perspective, narrates how a seemingly promising deal fell apart after discussions with a fund. The founder, excited about t...
Jan 08, 2024•11 min•Ep. 65
In this episode of the Venture Capital podcast , Jon Bradshaw and Peter Harris discuss the intricacies of interacting with venture capitalists (VCs) from the perspective of entrepreneurs. The conversation is sparked by a story shared by Peter about an entrepreneur who felt dismissed by a VC during a meeting. The entrepreneur, who was running a successful service business at a scaling point, sought advice but received little attention or insight from the VC, leaving him frustrated. Key Points Dis...
Dec 18, 2023•19 min•Ep. 64
In this episode of the "Venture Capital Podcast," hosts Jon Bradshaw from Codebase and Peter Harris from the University Growth Fund discuss the nuances of venture services in the context of startup funding. Bradshaw, with his background as a founder and entrepreneur, and Harris, with his insights from the venture capital (VC) perspective, delve into the pros and cons of venture services. The hosts explore the concept of venture services, where instead of traditional funding, companies may receiv...
Dec 05, 2023•29 min•Ep. 63
In this episode of the Venture Capital Podcast , hosts Jon and Peter welcome Bubba Page from InfluenceVC , who discusses balancing significant personal life changes, including being a father to eight children, with his professional endeavors in the venture capital realm. Bubba introduces InfluenceVC , a venture capital syndicate he founded, which uniquely integrates social media influencers into the investing process. He shares his investment philosophy, emphasizing personal conviction in deals ...
Nov 17, 2023•50 min•Ep. 62
Welcome to our second episode of the Venture Capital Podcast featuring special guests. Today, we have the privilege of hosting David and Kendall Frazier from the Frazier Group, a venerable VC firm rooted deep in Utah's investment history. The Frazier Group distinguishes itself as a lifecycle venture fund. Their approach is methodical: begin at the seed stage and, provided the company delivers, they expand their involvement through the purchase of Secondaries and successive participation in Bridg...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 61
Each quarter Carta provides data on startup valuations for Series A+. On this episode and Jon Bradshaw and Peter Harris review the data and compare it to Utah's market and their own experience. A link to Carta's report can be found here: https://carta.com/blog/first-cut-state-of-private-markets-q2-2023/ Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpet e Youtube: https://youtu.be/Hy9DsuFzTH4...
Oct 15, 2023•17 min•Ep. 60
In the latest episode, Peter Harris and Jon Bradshaw embark on a detailed exploration of some of the most pressing questions surrounding venture capital, brought to us by our engaged community. They offer their insights and expertise on the intricate landscape of startup valuations, illuminating a path for budding entrepreneurs and investors alike. Throughout the episode, a few key questions stand out, providing listeners with actionable knowledge and clarity: How do I determine the worth of my ...
Oct 03, 2023•20 min•Ep. 59
I'm running low on cash. Now what? This might be one of the most sincere and frequent questions that Peter and Jon get asked. In this episode we talk about coping strategies Founders should explore as they attempt and consider raising another round.
Sep 27, 2023•39 min•Ep. 58
In today's episode Jon and Peter talk about the effect of VC Collective on VC Landscape What is a VC collective? Examples: Curql Collective - Met Nick Evens at Fintech MeetUp $90 million in capital deployed Reach over 100 Credit Unions, Credit Union Service Organizations, and League limited partners Black Dragon Capital with Benson Porter & Louis Hernandez Jr. $80M USD assets under current management Partners come from - Former CEO of Credit Union National Association Former CEO of Boeing Em...
Jul 06, 2023•15 min•Ep. 57
In today's episode Jon and Peter talk about what the current downturn of Tiger Global Early March it came out that Tiger global investment portfolio *Venture portfolio* is down 33% Even before that Tiger Global has become a laughing stock, or the poster child of venture excess Did they make a mistake? Are they in trouble? Stripe’s recent $6.5B investment marks them down 50% What is Tiger Global? An investment firm focused on “public and private companies in the global Internet, software, consume...
Jun 08, 2023•19 min•Ep. 56
In today's episode we ask some pertinent questions regarding SAFEs. What is a SAFE: Simple Agreement for Future Equity? How is it different from a convertible note? Why do investors like YC push SAFES? What are the Pros and cons for VC and for Entrepreneur Why do VCs not want to load rounds? Whats is your take? Do you agree with us? We read and respond to all of our comments and messages on Instagram, LinkedIn. Come find us and join the group. Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https://twitter.com/the...
May 26, 2023•19 min•Ep. 55
Jon and Peter talk about the hottest topic- SVB Crash. Peter breaks down what led to the crash We look at how exposed were VCs to Silicon Valley Bank? Jon asks Peter to explain Capital calls, and how most VCs only have 2% on hand each time Silicon Valley bank offered loans to VCs. What will happen moving forward? Will VCs have to increase cash on hand? Are VCs doubling down on prior investments or picking new ones while valuations are correct? Do follow us on Instagram and share how you feel abo...
May 11, 2023•28 min•Ep. 54
Jon, Peter and Scott decode how Chat GPT will impact the future. If people need to be scared? Or better prepared. Jon- talks about how Builder.ai and Bubble.io are enablers for people to get their MVPs off the ground and not direct competition. And while Chat GPT might feel threatening at this point for the businesses like his, we have to remind ourselves that not everything turns out how its supposed to. One of the big examples being Tesla's self driving cars. Peter chimes in with an example wh...
Apr 10, 2023•45 min•Ep. 53
We gave both Scott and Peter an opportunity to vent, to talk about instances, examples that are otherwise hard to share in social circles due to interpersonal conflict. They say, there is no learning better than learning from other people's mistakes. And sometimes its your own mistakes that makes you a better VC. Scott and Peter reflect back on many such instances that can be highly educational. We hope you make the most of this episode. We have tried something new and if you like it- do let us ...
Mar 23, 2023•38 min•Ep. 52
Scott Paul describes the Utah angel investing ecosystem, and his role as a Founder of Convoi Ventures, an $8M rolling VC fund here in Utah. He's helped turn Utah into a thriving startup culture and he is a supportive leader and angel investor. Utah has a strong entrepreneurial spirit, with a growing number of startups and small businesses emerging in recent years. Angel investors are a critical component of the Utah startup ecosystem, providing seed funding and mentorship to early-stage companie...
Mar 16, 2023•36 min•Ep. 51
As an AI language model, ChatGPT doesn't have any direct impact on venture capital. However, ChatGPT and other AI technologies may indirectly affect venture capital in several ways: Improved investment decision-making: AI technologies like natural language processing, machine learning, and predictive analytics can help venture capitalists analyze large amounts of data and make more informed investment decisions. ChatGPT, for example, can help investors quickly analyze large volumes of text-based...
Mar 14, 2023•17 min•Ep. 50
What is the effect of ChatGPT on startups? Though ChatGPT can have a positive impact, it will also shake up many industries. Here is a quick summary of the areas we think ChatGPT will affect/change the soonest. Customer Support: Startups can use ChatGPT to provide 24/7 customer support to their users. ChatGPT can handle a large volume of customer queries and provide quick and accurate responses, which can lead to higher customer satisfaction and retention rates. Product Recommendations: ChatGPT ...
Mar 09, 2023•19 min•Ep. 49
The "Who is a Founder?" podcast explores the various aspects of what it means to be a founder in the modern startup world. Jon and Peter debate who deserves the title and who doesn't. They discuss what it means to be a founder and how the role of a founder has evolved over time. They also explore the various characteristics that make a successful founder and share their insights on what it takes to build a successful company. Overall, "Who is a Founder?" provides a valuable resource for anyone i...
Mar 07, 2023•8 min•Ep. 48
Is Venture Capital a Good job? Peter Harris is an industry veteran with almost 20 years of experience. If you're a student and want to get into VC, interning with Peter could give you a massive leg up. Here's a quick summary: Peter shares his personal experience about the benefits and downsides of the job Pros and Cons of being a partner Succession planning and your long-term viability in the industry Is venture capital lucrative Who is Venture Capital not for Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https:...
Mar 02, 2023•25 min•Ep. 47
Here are the potential pros and cons of venture capital for small businesses: Pros: Access to significant funding that can help fuel growth and scale operations Exposure to experienced investors and their networks, which can provide valuable guidance, mentorship, and business connections Potential for significant returns on investment for both the company and the investors Can help attract other investors and partners in the future due to the credibility associated with receiving venture capital...
Feb 14, 2023•42 min•Ep. 46
What is Real Estate Tech 3.0? First, let's talk about the different waves of real-estate tech as discussed in NFX's post called "Real Estate 3.0 -- The Ownership Revolution: Information Revolution Transaction Revolution Ownership Revolution (Web 3.0 Could be used to democratize ownership) Real estate has always been the largest asset class in the world, so it's interesting when Real Estate Tech and VC interests converge. This wave is interesting because it may help increase the accessibility of ...
Dec 29, 2022•20 min•Ep. 45
Are Founders better investors than VCs? Making founders angel investors the way to go? Or due diligence, and chasing deals best to be left with the VCs? Some Points Covered in This Episode Include: What is in for a founder to do this better than a VC? Peter digs deep and finds the "why" The WIN100 is a community-nominated and peer-selected process of the top 100 venture entrepreneurs in Utah Jon Bradshaw was part of the list and mentions how some important names were missed How important it is t...
Dec 05, 2022•19 min•Ep. 44
Do you want to know how to start your own fund? In this episode, Peter and Jon talk about their own experiences as first-time fund managers. Join us on this podcast to see what we think! Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpet e Youtube: https://youtu.be/Hy9DsuFzTH4 Follow University Growth Fund Website: https://www.ugrowthfund.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/univer...
Nov 29, 2022•30 min•Ep. 43
What is generative tech? Well, it's the next thing happening in VC! Some of the most significant changes in venture capital occurred over the last 6 months. AI has allowed us to create high-quality, cheap, and Fast AI models to create images, video, code, music, and other types of models. This is what is called Generative AI. Join us on this podcast to see what we think! Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1 Instagram: ht...
Nov 21, 2022•23 min•Ep. 42
Learn what FTX's crash means for VC. We are sure there are a lot of memes that also show this. Join us on this podcast to see what we think! Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/shodanpet e Youtube: https://youtu.be/Hy9DsuFzTH4 Follow University Growth Fund Website: https://www.ugrowthfund.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-growth-fund/ Instagram: https://instagram...
Nov 18, 2022•19 min•Ep. 41
Jake Zeller and Jonathan Swanson launched a new fund, somewhat unique, https://powerset.co/ . Their thesis is that founders are better investors than VCs. From their site they say, "Based on our experience working with hundreds of top founders and VCs, we have reason to believe that a certain cohort of founders can be some of the best investors on the planet, both in terms of helpfulness to startups and returns they’ll generate." The idea is successful entrepreneurs know other successful entrepr...
Nov 14, 2022•19 min•Ep. 40
We got a question from one of our listeners about how important it is for VCs to build their online presence. Like they say- if you didn't post about it online, did it really happen? Does it apply to VCs too? Are VCs now the "new" influencers? Is it the fund that needs a brand or the individual partners need to create visibility/ credibility for themselves? Follow Peter Harris Twitter: https://twitter.com/thevcstudent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterharris1 Instagram: https://instagra...
Nov 09, 2022•18 min•Ep. 39
