Accelerating Returns
Accelerating Returns
Podcast Description
Accelerating Returns takes you into the minds of world-class executives, investors and innovators who are shaping the future of business and technology. Each episode reveals the hidden challenges, tactics, and learnings when scaling companies, managing investments, and building disrupting innovations. Not just stories but actionable insights.
Join us to learn how to stay ahead in a world that’s moving faster every day.
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Content Themes
The podcast primarily focuses on themes of leadership strategies, the role of technology in HR innovations, and techniques for building high-performing teams. Specific episodes cover topics such as navigating the talent war, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and the impact of AI on recruitment.
Accelerating Returns takes you into the minds of world-class executives, investors and innovators who are shaping the future of business and technology. Each episode reveals the hidden challenges, tactics, and learnings when scaling companies, managing investments, and building disrupting innovations. Not just stories but actionable insights.
Join us to learn how to stay ahead in a world that’s moving faster every day.
Thomas Bigagli has invested in 200+ startups from pre-seed to Series A as venture capitalists and angel investors, helping them scale and achieve key milestones. Thomas is a Partner at Plug and Play, one of the world’s most active Venture Capital funds with 2% of global unicorns in its portfolio and the largest Open Innovation Platform. He oversees investments and empowers teams across 30+ Plug and Play locations in EMEA.
00:00 The Drive Behind Innovation
04:50 Identifying Winning Startups
07:11 Navigating Market Trends and Bubbles
09:51 The Art of Follow-On Investments
12:41 Screening and Investing in Startups
14:59 The Role of Networking in Deal Flow
17:28 FOMO and Investment Decisions
19:44 Learning from Missed Opportunities
22:19 Red Flags in Startup Investments
26:59 Investment Process Insights
30:10 Deep Tech: The Future of Investment
32:47 Trends in the VC Industry
34:14 Technology's Role in Venture Capital
35:50 Automation in Venture Capital
37:54 The Future of Venture Capital
39:00 Personal Milestones and Future Goals
39:58 Influential Entrepreneurs
43:21 Advice for Investors and Founders
45:42 Reflections on Career Choices
46:54 Concerns and Excitement for the Future
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