Episode 87: How Creatives Can Play in the Startup World with Elli Hanson
In this conversation, Arielle sits down with her friend and partner at venture capital fund Side Stage to explore the intricacies of venture capital, particularly focusing on how they do things at Side Stage. a pre-seed and seed fund in Australia. They discuss the importance of founder support, the dynamics of venture capital, and the various types of capital available to entrepreneurs. The conversation highlights the unique challenges and opportunities within the Australian startup ecosystem, emphasising the need for founders to understand their own goals and the incentives of potential investors. In this conversation, Elli discusses the evolving landscape of venture capital investment in Australian consumer brands, highlighting a growing willingness among VCs to invest in sectors beyond traditional B2B SaaS.
The discussion also touches on the significance of knowledge sharing and community support for founders, particularly women, in navigating the complexities of startup funding and market positioning.
A little different from our usual focus here on Process the Podcast, but as Arielle tackles conversations to level up her thinking - you best believe she's taking you with her.
What we cover in this episode:
Inside venture capital at side stage
Founder support and investor dynamics
Types of capital for entrepreneurs
Challenges in the australian startup ecosystem
Evolving investment in consumer brands
Community support and knowledge sharing for founders
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