Antler's Journey: Building a Global Platform

✨ We’ve been working on something exciting…and it’s almost here! Introducing VentureWell Voices—a new podcast spotlighting entrepreneurs who are using science and technology to take on the world’s biggest challenges. Hosted by Christina Tamer, Vice President of Ventures at VentureWell, the series features conversations with VentureWell-supported founders as they share their messy, meaningful journeys from idea to impact. 🎧 The first episode drops on October 7, featuring Micah Ulrich, CEO and founder of Flux Hybrids. 👉🏼 Don’t miss an episode—follow VentureWell voices on your favorite platform! Details in the comments.

Introducing Not Just A… Talent's new podcast celebrating *talented* people for who they are beyond their job title. From tech founders to athletes, authors to entrepreneurs - we uncover the unexpected stories, passions, and sides of them you don’t always see. 🎧 Episode 1 featuring Mark Tanner out now, hosted by our very own Amanda Vitucci. He’s not just a tech founder. Qwilr CEO Mark Tanner proves that, yes, it is possible to grow a startup without living and breathing work 24/7.

Did you have a chance to watch the latest episode episode of Nothing Ventured, the podcast run by our CEO Aarish Shah, featuring Francois Mazoudier, founder of Fundraising Bootcamp. Francois has guided over 300 founders to raise nearly a billion dollars in funding, even in tough market conditions, and his insights are invaluable for anyone navigating the fundraising landscape? Key takeaways: 1. Only 6% of pitches succeed. Founders should prioritise what the data shows works, not the latest buzz. 2. Understanding terms like “2 in 20” and how investors think helps founders build trust and have stronger conversations. 3. Beyond the product, investors want to hear your vision, market opportunity, and execution plan. A clear narrative makes your pitch memorable. Watch the full episode to learn more about insights to help founders raise smarter!

🥂🥂 From creative beginnings to becoming the 'champagne of East London' This week's podcast episode is with Adversatile Artists, where we talk about: - How to grow without losing sight of your values - The realities of scaling as an ethical entrepreneur - Why small businesses matter for the future of sourcing 🎧 Stream on all major platforms, or watch here: https://lnkd.in/giQH3ByW

Last week, I had a great conversation with Ryan Miller, MFin. on the Making Billions with Ryan Miller podcast — a show that speaks to investors, but the insights we discussed go far beyond that. If you're an entrepreneur building something meaningful — especially in a high-growth or impact-driven space — I think you'll find real value in this one. 𝐖𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐈 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭:  1. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 — 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐭  At GroundForce Capital, we don’t just invest in ideas — we invest in people. But how do you really assess leadership? We go deep with assessments, not to check boxes, but to help founders and teams stay in their zones of genius — that sweet spot where they do their best, most aligned work. 2. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 — 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝  Yes, institutional investors care about returns.  But increasingly, they also care about impact. Our LPs expect us to define it, measure it, and report on it.  This is no longer optional — it’s essential. We covered a lot more, and if you’re in the trenches building a brand, scaling a business, or trying to raise capital, I encourage you to give it a listen:  🎧 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐬: https://lnkd.in/gZDigE38  🎧 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲: https://lnkd.in/gwXsdG5y 📺 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞: https://lnkd.in/gsU9sEuB Let me know what resonates — and what you'd push back on. We’re all learning.

VCs love to talk about being “long-term greedy.” But few actually live it the way Xan Wood does. On the latest episode of the VC Uncovered Podcast, I sat down with Xan Wood from Canvas Prime, and he dropped one of the clearest frameworks I’ve heard for how to win in this business without chasing heat or hype. Here’s the playbook: 1. Provide value with no expectation of return. Do it consistently. Quietly. For years. 2. Avoid the “power law” frenzy. Xan looks for companies right before their go-to-market inflection point—where the upside is real, but the noise hasn’t arrived. 3. Use “Mosaic Theory” for diligence. Build conviction from incomplete and conflicting data. Spot the picture before it’s obvious. He also shares how running a boxing gym as a college student taught him more about entrepreneurship than any resume ever could. This episode is a masterclass in playing the long game. It’s not just about conviction - it’s about compounding. And it’s a reminder that in venture, quiet momentum beats loud FOMO every time. 🎧 Listen to the full conversation with Xan Wood now on the VC Uncovered Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gic8Jw6J

Enjoy my appearance on the Meny Hoffman and Ptex Group podcast. Recorded on my side from the Saul N Friedman & Company offices in Lakewood, NJ (thank you for hosting me!) Here is the press release: “Meet Joel Lowy . Joel is the founder of Kavana Business Deliverables , where he and his team create business plans and investor decks that get funded. Before launching Kavana, he spent years at B&H Photo Video preparing executives for high-stakes meetings with billion-dollar partners, learning how to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters. In this deep-dive conversation, Meny Hoffman sits down with Joel to uncover how to turn big ideas into bankable plans, what investors actually look for, and how entrepreneurs can avoid the mistakes that kill funding before it starts. Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eiv5zNUA Watch on Website: https://lnkd.in/esNw32Kz

🎙️ Introducing Truffle Talks – the official podcast from Truffle Capital! After launching a pilot episode at Truffle Exchange Paris, the countdown has begun: the official launch of Truffle Talks, our brand-new podcast series, is just around the corner.   ✨ 𝗔 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 - 𝗔 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗔 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 ✨   In each episode, we sit down with visionary fintech founders, pioneering C-level executives, disruptive entrepreneurs, and influential venture partners who are shaping the future of finance. These conversations dive deep into the strategies, ideas, and bold moves that are redefining the industry.   To kick things off, our first guest is none other than Bernard-Louis Roques, CEO and Co-Founder of Truffle Capital.   👉 Stay tuned, it’s coming sooner than you think… Until then, you can subscribe to our Spotify account : https://lnkd.in/eZmJceXs 🎥 Here’s a first glimpse...

What if venture capital was about relationships, not just deals? On Human Side Up, Natasha Nuytten talks with David Hornik, Founding Partner of Lobby Capital, about turning dyslexia into a superpower, leading with empathy, and how inclusive foundersand investorscreate real possibility. 💡This episode covers resourcefulness, generosity, and thinking differently. Watch it in full here: https://lnkd.in/d2iwGuMt Alt text: A screenshot from the "Human Side Up" podcast showing a split screen of a man and a woman in a conversation.

Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gtM96sgR Lou Sokolovskiy is the Founder and CEO of Opus Connect, a premier networking and deal-making community for private equity and M&A professionals. He is a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in private equity transactions. Additionally, Lou serves as a Venture Partner at Operate and a Principal at Genero Capital Partners. His expertise spans operations management, strategic partnerships, and new business development. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Lou Sokolovskiy, Founder and CEO of Opus Connect, about the art of meaningful relationship-building in the M&A space. Lou explains how he created a thriving professional network from scratch, shares why proactive generosity leads to better business, and explores personal development strategies. He also dives into actionable deal flow tips, investment strategy evolution, and preparing a company for sale.