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DrinksWithAVC (DWAVC)
Bree Hanson & Vikram Lakhwara
38 episodes
1 month ago
We filmed this episode back in May, before Bree welcomed a new life into the world and before Vik lost his mother. A lot has changed since then. As we release it now, it feels more relevant than ever. Drinks With a VC has always been about more than startups and term sheets. It’s about the humans behind the headlines, the resilience it takes to build, the humility to grow, the clarity to catch the next wave, and the wisdom to know when to let one go. There’s no better guest to rejoin the con...
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We filmed this episode back in May, before Bree welcomed a new life into the world and before Vik lost his mother. A lot has changed since then. As we release it now, it feels more relevant than ever. Drinks With a VC has always been about more than startups and term sheets. It’s about the humans behind the headlines, the resilience it takes to build, the humility to grow, the clarity to catch the next wave, and the wisdom to know when to let one go. There’s no better guest to rejoin the con...
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Investing
Business,
Society & Culture,
Entrepreneurship,
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DrinksWithAVC (DWAVC)
DWAVC Episode 38 | Tae Hea Nahm (Storm Ventures)
We filmed this episode back in May, before Bree welcomed a new life into the world and before Vik lost his mother. A lot has changed since then. As we release it now, it feels more relevant than ever. Drinks With a VC has always been about more than startups and term sheets. It’s about the humans behind the headlines, the resilience it takes to build, the humility to grow, the clarity to catch the next wave, and the wisdom to know when to let one go. There’s no better guest to rejoin the con...
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1 month ago
1 hour 22 minutes

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DWAVC: Drew Glover | Ep. 37
In this episode of DrinksWithAVC, we sit down with Oakland-native Drew Glover, Co-Founder of Fiat Growth and General Partner at Fiat Ventures, for a masterclass on identity, resilience, and rewriting the rules of venture capital. Over green juice and kombucha, Drew reflects on growing up with civically minded parents, early lessons in code-switching, and the mindset shifts that carried him from Cal Football to operator roles at startups like Steady, to co-founding a growth consultancy and eve...
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4 months ago
1 hour 25 minutes

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DWAVC: Andrew Ackerman | Ep. 36
What do tiddlywinks, a quarter trick, and a failed Palantir deal have in common? They all show up in Andrew Ackerman’s one-of-a-kind path from founder to family office director, accelerator operator, and venture capitalist to now SPV syndicate lead and author. Andrew pulls no punches on what most startups get wrong — from pitch decks that waste space to market slides that make investors roll their eyes. He shares lessons learned from backing 70+ startups on how to actually stand out in...
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6 months ago
1 hour 48 minutes

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DWAVC: Arun Mittal | Ep. 35
In this episode of Drinks With a VC, co-hosts Vik Lakhwara and Bree Hanson are joined by Arun Mittal, co-founder of MBM Capital. Arun discusses his journey from receiving an electrical engineering degree from Stanford and co-founding Chutney Technologies to leading turnarounds and investing in distressed startups. He speaks candidly about the lessons learned from his failures and shares insights into the unique investment thesis of MBM Capital, which focuses on revitalizing startups that have...
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9 months ago
2 hours 15 minutes

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DWAVC: Ben Freeberg | Ep. 34
Get ready for a rollercoaster of an episode! This week on DrinksWithAVC, Bree and Vik are joined by the multi-talented founder and GP of Oncology Ventures, Ben Freeberg. Ben shares his inspiring journey from active 24-year old pursuing a career in finance and dabbling in comedy in NYC, to an unexpected cancer diagnosis in Israel, overcoming adversity, mixing humor with resilience, and turning challenges into triumphs. Laugh, cry, and learn alongside us as Ben shows how to juggle Chinese Devil...
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1 year ago
1 hour 42 minutes

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DWAVC: Jeremy Kaufmann | Ep: 33
From growing up as a quiet kid in New Jersey and biking across the US in support of affordable housing, to moving west to join Salesforce and eventually becoming a partner at Scale Venture Partners, Jeremy Kaufmann shares his compassion-filled adventure with Bree and Vik while sipping The Dude's drink of choice: A White Russian. If you are building or investing in AI, grab some of your favorite vodka, add cream and Kahula, shake with ice, and settle in for his perspective on where everything ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 20 minutes

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DWAVC: Amy Cheetham | Ep: 32
Join us for an exciting episode featuring Amy Cheetham, partner at Costanoa Ventures. From mucking stalls in rural Maine to making the Forbes 2023 Brink List, Amy’s journey is both inspiring and insightful. Bree & Vik dive into her favorite Italian dishes, the challenges of startup life, and her passion for mental health advocacy. Amy shares valuable advice on the importance of curiosity, her thoughts on the impact of AI in fintech and healthcare, and gives her unfiltered opinion on the s...
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1 year ago
1 hour 43 minutes

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DWAVC: Leshika Samarasinghe | Ep: 31
Pour a mint julep and join us on DrinksWithAVC as we dive into the dynamic world of Leshika Samarasinghe, founder and GP at Twine Ventures. In this episode, Leshika recounts her beginnings at Google, where she was instrumental in developing core platforms like mobile search and Blogger. She also shares insights from her time at ARPA-E, where under President Obama’s administration, she worked on pioneering energy projects. Now at Twine Ventures, she's dedicated to investing in startups that le...
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1 year ago
1 hour 51 minutes

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DWAVC: Priya Saiprasad | Ep. 30
Pour your favorite champagne and join us in toasting Touring Capital's co-founder and GP, Priya Saiprasad! Learn how Priya's nomadic childhood created her superpower, how she took the leap from established firms like M12 and Softbank Vision to start her own fund, and how she weighs team dynamics when evaluating growth-stage startups. The former Forbes 30 under 30 venture capitalist gives us a fascinating look behind the scenes at what it's like to work for Jack Dorsey from her time at Square ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 46 minutes

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DWAVC: Dan Conner | Ep. 29
Settle in with a Sazerac for the latest installment of DrinksWithAVC, brought to you by Fidelity for Startups! Vik and Bree cover it all with St. Louis-based globe trotter, low-key adrenalin junkie, and venture capitalist Dan Conner. Dan relives harrowing moments on the slopes, talks about the books and quantamental approach that influenced his investment thesis, and shares his story from field engineer to building Ascend Venture Capital. Links: www.ascendstl.com Dan's article on how startup...
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1 year ago
1 hour 39 minutes

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DWAVC: Howie Diamond | Ep. 28
Bree and Vik dive into a captivating conversation with Howie Diamond of Pure Ventures. From his early days in Chicago reminiscent of a John Hughes film to his rockstar nights drumming for Low v. Diamond on shows like Letterman and Leno, Howie's journey is anything but ordinary. Now, his focus on consumer packaged goods (CPG) investments and prioritizing founder mental health through his platform, Pilea, showcases a unique blend of life experiences shaping his approach to venture capital. Lin...
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1 year ago
1 hour 23 minutes

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DWAVC: Manan Mehta | Ep. 27
Discover the profound depths of venture capitalism in this week's DWAVC with guest Manan Mehta of Unshackled Ventures. Vik and Bree explore Manan's adoption of 'curious acceptance,' his admiration for ancient and modern stoicism, and his insights on the pivotal role of immigrants in revolutionizing the startup arena and the VC landscape. Links: www.unshackledvc.com Ryan Holiday's books on Amazon, here and here. www.creativity.org/ (Museum!) www.trefethen.com (What we're drinking!)
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2 years ago
1 hour 42 minutes

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DWAVC: Dan Rubin | Ep. 26
Join DWAVC's latest episode for an intriguing mix of intellect and stamina, featuring Dan Rubin from Alloy Ventures. This episode delves into Dan's voracious reading habits, the relentless spirit he brings from the athletic world, and his keenness for engaging conversations, providing a deep dive into the life of a venture capitalist with a penchant for the micro scale. Links: Read about Dan's expansive library and see the wonderful pictures of it here.
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2 years ago
1 hour 33 minutes

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DWAVC: Matt Bigge | Ep. 25
Toast to St. Patrick's Day weekend with the latest DWAVC episode featuring Crosslink Capital's Matt Bigge, a decorated Army Ranger, Georgetown and Harvard Business School alumnus, and doting dad. Dive into our 'Shots with a VC' special as we explore Matt's journey into investing, the military tools that have sharpened his venture prowess, and the transformative impact of The Honor Foundation on the business world. Links: www.crosslinkcapital.com www.twitter.com/bigge www.honor.org (Charity!)
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2 years ago
38 minutes

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DWAVC: Rishi Taparia | Ep. 24
Gear up for the weekend with DWAVC's latest episode featuring Rishi Tiparia from Garuda Ventures. Bree and Vik sit down with Vik's old friend and venture capital colleague to dissect the nuances of Seed investing and what Garuda Ventures looks for before taking the investment plunge. Plus, get a glimpse into the charming 'meet-cute' tale that bestowed Rishi with the playful moniker 'Sir Texts Alot'. Links: www.garuda.vc www.twitter.com/taps Subscribe to Rishi's Tippets newsletter.
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2 years ago
1 hour 40 minutes

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DWAVC: Kobie Fuller | Ep. 23
DrinksWithAVC welcomes Kobie Fuller of Upfront Ventures, merging the worlds of athletic excellence and venture capital. Bree and producer Reyn delve into Kobie's history as a record-setting athlete and explore how the competitive spirit and discipline from sports translate into savvy investing. Stay tuned to learn about Kobie's current SaaS metric of choice and his anticipated guests at the Upfront Summit in LA. Links: www.upfront.com www.twitter.com/upfrontvc This year's Upfront summit is a...
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2 years ago
53 minutes

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DWAVC: Anoushka Vaswani | Ep. 22
DrinksWithAVC swings into the new year spotlighting Anoushka Vaswani of Lightspeed Venture Partners, the 'OG of PLG'. With accolades spanning from her lauded academic journey at Columbia and Harvard to shaping strategies at McKinsey and Matrix Partners, Anoushka brings a wealth of experience to the table. Settle in with your preferred vintage as she dissects her favorite SaaS metrics, discusses the impact of her global upbringing on investment perspectives, and debates the growth vs. profit p...
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2 years ago
1 hour 3 minutes

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DWAVC: Ben Narasin | Ep. 21
Holiday cheers with a visionary on Drinks With A VC featuring Ben Narasin of Tenacity Venture Capital. Tracing back to his roots as an e-commerce pioneer with Fashionmall.com, Ben shares tales of early-stage triumphs, from DropCam to Kabbage. Vik and Bree tap into his love for comic books, his recent puppy adoption, and why Dungeons & Dragons aligns with venture strategy. Tune in for an episode filled with insights and Ben's philosophy: "Life is not about having what you want, it's about ...
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2 years ago
1 hour 56 minutes

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DWAVC: Kate Shillo Beardsley | Ep. 20
Episode twenty of DrinksWithAVC launches with venture virtuoso Kate Shillo Beardsley. Join us as Kate shares her journey from bartending to becoming a Managing Partner at Upslope Ventures and a pivotal figure at Lerer Hippeau Ventures. Vik and Bree uncover her time with Martha Stewart and delve into her impact on Web 3 and women in VC. Tune in to hear how this master of follow-ups continues to shape the venture ecosystem. Links: www.hannahgrey.com www.twitter.com/kshillo www.mint.women-vc.co...
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3 years ago
1 hour 52 minutes

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DWALP?: Eric Sippel | Ep. 19
DrinksWithAVC serves up episode nineteen with a refreshing twist, featuring their inaugural Limited Partner guest, Eric Sippel. Esteemed philanthropist and Chair of Bay Area Goodwill, the former COO of Eastborn Capital Management, Eric offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the LP perspective of venture capital. Vik and Bree will guide you through Eric's formative reads and essential tools, his insights on what brews success in investment, and even his unexpected pick for the state serving u...
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3 years ago
1 hour 17 minutes

DrinksWithAVC (DWAVC)
We filmed this episode back in May, before Bree welcomed a new life into the world and before Vik lost his mother. A lot has changed since then. As we release it now, it feels more relevant than ever. Drinks With a VC has always been about more than startups and term sheets. It’s about the humans behind the headlines, the resilience it takes to build, the humility to grow, the clarity to catch the next wave, and the wisdom to know when to let one go. There’s no better guest to rejoin the con...