Ali Jamal:  First Check Ventures
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Ali Jamal: First Check Ventures

S1 E3 • Mar 7, 2025 • 29 mins

Joel Palathinkal and Ali Jamal explore the intricacies of investing in emerging markets, beginning with Ali's career transition into data science and his move to Thailand. They discuss his experiences at Rappi and PayClip, and his insights into angel investing and cultural dynamics in Mexico. The conversation delves into economic shifts and emerging opportunities, including disruptions and syndicate scaling in Latin America. Building strong relationships with founders and LPs is emphasized, alongside advice for emerging fund managers. The episode also features market trends for 2025, growth sectors in Asia, and an interview with Jane Doe on sustainable investing, followed by a listener Q&A session.

Key Points

  • Trusting your own expertise and focusing on your strengths, especially in niche markets, can yield better results than chasing popular trends.
  • Emerging markets present significant opportunities for growth by addressing fundamental needs like financial inclusion and modernizing outdated systems.
  • Building strong, transparent relationships with both founders and LPs is crucial for the success of an investment syndicate.
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