The biggest shifts in learning, earning, and owning
Jason Kirby
4x Exits | Raised $100M+| Helping Founders w/ Capital Strategy | MD @ Thunder.vc | Podcast Host | Angel Investor
Fundraising Demystified Podcast: Episode 77
by Thunder.vc
How Kate Donnelly Predicts the Next Big Markets
Most founders are obsessed with chasing unicorns. Katelyn Donnelly? She’s betting on avalanches.
In this episode of Fundraising Demystified, I sit down with Katelyn Donnelly , GP of Avalanche to unpack why she’s not looking for mythical creatures but rather the inevitable market shifts that can create massive outcomes. We get into how she spots these avalanches before they happen, why most founders completely miss the mark when pitching investors, and what actually makes a startup worth betting on.
If you’ve ever wondered what VCs really look for or why your cold emails are getting ignored, this is one you don’t want to miss.
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ABOUT KATELYN DONNELLY
Katelyn Donnelly is the Managing Partner of Avalanche VC, an early-stage venture firm that invests in technology companies transforming how people learn, earn, and own. Her extensive background includes co-founding Delivery Associates , a leading public sector advisory firm, and serving as Managing Director of Pearson Ventures , a global EdTech venture fund. Donnelly's career also features time at McKinsey & Company , and she has been recognized for her achievements, including being named to Forbes 30 Under 30. She is actively involved in shaping the future of education and technology and is a member of Duke University's Learning Innovation Advisory Council.
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1moLove this, Jason. Finding committed, visionary founders who are either first-time entrepreneurs or in the post-exit stage is a goldmine of opportunity for both them and VCs. As VCs, we have to stay on top of the game with sector analysis and trends. What's staying? What will shift? We need to be on top of the game at all times. Great post.
Seeking avalanches
1moThanks for having me on!
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1moIsn't it crucial to identify real trends over buzzwords? Understanding fundamentally shifts could transform investments. What other strategies should we explore? 🚀 #Innovation