What VCs Need to Change! Insight's Abhi Srinivas | EP 8
Description
In this episode of UNinvested, Sahil Seth sits down with Abhi Srinivas, a Yale alum and investor at Insight Partners, to discuss the evolving landscape of venture capital, crypto, and DeFi. Abhi shares his journey from Goldman Sachs to Insight Partners, providing insights into infrastructure, cybersecurity, and the future of technology investments. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of venture capital and learn from one of the industry's rising stars.
What we explore:
Abhi's transition from Goldman Sachs to Insight Partners
The role of infrastructure and cybersecurity in venture capital
Key trends in crypto and DeFi
The importance of founder quality and background in startup success
The impact of public perception on venture investments
Abhi's personal routines that contribute to his success
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In this episode, we cover:
[00:00:00] Introduction: Venture capital vs. investment banking
[00:00:10] Welcome and episode overview
[00:00:30] Introduction of Abhi Srinivas
[00:01:32] Abhi’s background and journey from Bakersfield to Yale
[00:03:02] Early interest in technology and venture capital
[00:07:03] First exposure to venture capital
[00:08:06] Abhi’s current role and focus areas at Insight Partners
[00:09:03] Evaluating founders and technical startups
[00:11:09] Public perception and its impact on venture capital
[00:14:13] Insights on investing in controversial founders
[00:17:02] Crypto investments and public trust
[00:19:08] Abhi's daily routine and its contribution to his success
[00:20:55] Closing thoughts and thanks
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