#11 - Alex Gibb: Stories of Founding, Investing, Exiting (S1E11)

In this episode of The Runway Podcast, we’re joined by Alex Gibb, an investor, founder, and connector of people, who shares his incredible journey from the corporate world and NGOs to startups and venture capital.

Alex is a Brit who fell in love with Lithuania, helped it join the EU and then became one of the country's most well-known angel investors. With a focus on Triple Top Line startups—People, Planet, and Prosperity—Alex is a true catalyst for positive change.

Here’s what you’ll find in this episode:

•How Alex transitioned from government work and NGOs into the startup world

•His involvement in Lithuania’s EU accession and his personal connection to the country 🇪🇺

•The founding and growth of Tinggly, Katalista Ventures, and Paysolut (acquired by SumUp)

•The fascinating story behind Paysolut’s exit and his fastest-ever startup exit to a US company

•Key lessons from his startup failures and how they shaped his investing mindset

•Advice for founders looking to secure funding from angel investors

•Insights for aspiring angel investors on how to get started

Whether you’re a startup founder, an aspiring angel investor, or someone curious about the entrepreneurial journey, Alex has stories and advice that can help more than just a bit.

Tune in for this jam-packed episode full of insights and actionable takeaways!

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