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On August 30, 2022, our special investor guest Alex Macdonald roasted 5 pitch decks of consenting startups in the presence of Roastmaster General Shaun Gold and Executioner-in-Residence Stephane Nasser. Watch the recording and read the transcript here.

One of the risks that many VC fund managers are unaware of or unable to comprehend is the currency risk associated with emerging markets. This article aims to shed light on why currency risks are one of the most important factors for VCs to consider.

Many startups are overwhelmed by what follows when their business starts to take off. There is a need for an investor that adds value during the funding stage, and continues to do so as the startup matures.

Starting a role in VC in my 50s after a 20 year career in corporate was never part of the plan. But, when I left my last corporate role 3 years ago, finding another senior role with all the attendant politics and relentless pressure just didn’t seem appealing.

On August 2, 2022, our special investor guest Max Fleitmann roasted 5 pitch decks of consenting startups in the presence of Roastmaster General Shaun Gold and Executioner-in-Residence Stephane Nasser. Watch the recording and read the transcript here.

This point covers key marketing points that any tech founder should be aware of: value proposition, SEO, ads, CRM, and more.

What is a pitch deck roast? When is the next roast? How can you attend and even get your pitch deck roasted? This post sums up everything your need to know about the infamous OpenVC Pitch Deck Roasts.