Evolving Venture Capital for the AI and Data Era with Gopinath Sundaramurthy, Founder & Head of Data Science, Ensemble VC

Is venture capital on the cusp of a data-driven revolution? Gopinath Sundaramurthy, Founder & Head of Data Science at Ensemble VC, believes AI and advanced analytics are reshaping how VCs identify and support promising startups. From transforming deal pipelines to finding diamonds in the rough around the globe, we explore what this new era will mean for venture, startups, and even our own Austin backyard.

Episode Highlights:

• Ensemble VC’s Thesis
• Transforming the VC Pipeline with AI and Advanced Analytics
• Portfolio Support Using Data Science 
• Adapting VC to Global Talent and Technological Shifts 
• Austin's Unique Ecosystem and Its Role in the Future of Startups
• What’s Next, Austin?
  • “I am super pumped. I really think we are in the forefront of a very interesting evolution of the ecosystem.”

Data innovation + process innovation = top-tier VC

Gopinath Sundaramurth

Ensemble VC: Website, LinkedIn

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