Join us in this episode of 'TiE Talks' with Hero Choudhary as he takes us on a journey from trading billions in financial markets to investing in startups across Southeast Asia and India. Hero's insights reveal the art of evaluating early-stage companies, focusing on team, timing, and traction (TTT). As a seasoned investor, Hero shares stories of backing founders who navigate challenges, build sustainable businesses, and thrive under pressure, proving that pressure is indeed a privilege. Tune in to uncover how investors are founders too, shaping businesses and empowering entrepreneurs to success.
IN THIS EPISODE
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00:00) Introducing Hero
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00:59) Hero's Journey to Singapore
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06:43) How to Evaluate Companies?
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08:45) How to Support the Founders?
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12:02) What are Companies Focusing On Now?
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13:09) Has Hero Ever Invested Out of FOMO?
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14:59) How Much Emphasis Does Hero Place on the Cap Table?
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16:14) The Gap Around ESG
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17:02) Advice for Impact Ventures
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19:47) How Does Hero Keep Himself Relevant?
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21:07) Pressure is Privilege
OUR GUESTS: Hero Choudhary
Hero Choudhary (CFA) is a managing partner at the venture capital firm BEENEXT and is responsible for all Emerging Asia investment-related activities. Leveraging his 15+ years of cross-border global investment experience, he is actively engaged in nurturing next-generation leaders. Hero is helping in building and scaling digital economy startups with big TAM (total addressable market) across sectors.
Hero holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis and a B.Tech. from IIT Bombay. He is also an active mentor and leader in the Indian startup community.
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ABOUT TiE Talks
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