Ravi Viswanathan – Venture Secondaries and Growth Capital at NewView (EP.327) | Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry

This podcast episode features Ravi Viswanathan, a venture capitalist with decades of experience, discussing his journey from being a scientist to joining Goldman Sachs, NEA, and eventually founding NewView Capital. The episode covers various topics related to venture capital, including the challenges faced during the dot com era, the significance of product-market fit and long-term commitment, and the importance of adding value to portfolio companies beyond just providing capital.

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Ravi Viswanathan – Venture Secondaries and Growth Capital at NewView (EP.327)

Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry

Ravi Viswanathan's Journey in Venture Capital: From Scientist to Founder of NewView Capital

The Journey of a Venture Capitalist: From NEA to NewView

Identifying and Managing Overlooked Companies in a Venture Capital Portfolio

The Rise of Venture Capital Secondaries: A New Era of Investment

NewView Capital Management: A Hybrid Approach to Venture Capital

Navigating the Venture Capital Landscape: Direct Investing and Portfolio Acquisitions

Venture Investing: A Different Approach

Navigating the Nuances of Secondary Deals: Building Relationships and Striking the Right Balance

Venture Capital: Understanding Discounts and Intrinsic Value

Building a Strong Venture Firm Team: Strategies and Challenges

Navigating the Evolving Venture Landscape: Strategies for Success

Navigating the Venture Landscape: Prioritizing Opportunities and Building a Sustainable Firm

Ravi's Insights on Venture Capital and Life Lessons

Ravi Viswanathan – Venture Secondaries and Growth Capital at NewView (EP.327)

Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry

00:05Ravi Viswanathan's Journey in Venture Capital: From Scientist to Founder of NewView Capital

Ravi Viswanathan's Journey in Venture Capital: From Scientist to Founder of NewView Capital

04:58The Journey of a Venture Capitalist: From NEA to NewView

The Journey of a Venture Capitalist: From NEA to NewView

09:09Identifying and Managing Overlooked Companies in a Venture Capital Portfolio

Identifying and Managing Overlooked Companies in a Venture Capital Portfolio

12:35The Rise of Venture Capital Secondaries: A New Era of Investment

The Rise of Venture Capital Secondaries: A New Era of Investment

15:51NewView Capital Management: A Hybrid Approach to Venture Capital

NewView Capital Management: A Hybrid Approach to Venture Capital

20:11Navigating the Venture Capital Landscape: Direct Investing and Portfolio Acquisitions

Navigating the Venture Capital Landscape: Direct Investing and Portfolio Acquisitions

23:19Venture Investing: A Different Approach

Venture Investing: A Different Approach

26:06Navigating the Nuances of Secondary Deals: Building Relationships and Striking the Right Balance

Navigating the Nuances of Secondary Deals: Building Relationships and Striking the Right Balance

28:35Venture Capital: Understanding Discounts and Intrinsic Value

Venture Capital: Understanding Discounts and Intrinsic Value

31:17Building a Strong Venture Firm Team: Strategies and Challenges

Building a Strong Venture Firm Team: Strategies and Challenges

34:13Navigating the Evolving Venture Landscape: Strategies for Success

Navigating the Evolving Venture Landscape: Strategies for Success

37:57Navigating the Venture Landscape: Prioritizing Opportunities and Building a Sustainable Firm

Navigating the Venture Landscape: Prioritizing Opportunities and Building a Sustainable Firm

41:33Ravi's Insights on Venture Capital and Life Lessons

Ravi's Insights on Venture Capital and Life Lessons