The Mergers Podcast
The official podcast of The Mergers! Listen to learn from those currently rising up the ranks in High Finance and from those who have already built their empire! Frequent guest episodes including those who run their own Private Equity, Family Office or Venture Capital Firms! We cover:
- Industry Insights into: Investment Banking, Private Equity, Venture Capital
- Bulge Brackets to Niche: Goldman Sachs & Blackrock to Sports & Media Private Equity.
- Career Advice for how to get ahead.
Expect a healthy mix of anecdotes, advice and laughs from those at the top of their game!
The Mergers Podcast
Venture Capital - From Zero to Hero
Go from Zero to Hero on all things Venture Capital in this episode featuring Josh from QVentures, Rory of Barclays, and Ken of Backfuture VC. This episode covers everything from round size (Pre-Seed to Series C), Sectors (Biotech and B2B SAAS), and why firms like Sequoia dominate deal flow.
Get insiders' views on the dynamics of fundraising - for VCs and Entrepreneurs. The critical role of pitch decks, financial models and networking. Learn about the roles within VC firms, from financial modeling to managing deal flow, and understand the financial backbone of VC operations, including fees, key metrics like IRR, TVPI, DPI, and strategies for capital calls and valuation.
Wrap up with key insights on why smaller funds often outperform larger ones and actionable advice for navigating the venture capital landscape effectively. Whether you’re a budding investor or a curious entrepreneur, this episode packs a wealth of knowledge into a masterclass on thriving in venture capital.
Tune in to transform your VC understanding and prepare to succeed in the investment world.