Elias Can: Grishin Robotics
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Elias Can: Grishin Robotics

S1 E109 • Jul 12, 2025 • 52 mins

In this episode, Elias Can from Grishin Robotics joins to discuss his journey through investment decision-making, secondary markets, and his transition into venture capital and angel investing. The conversation starts with Elias's background and early life, leading into his career navigation and the evolution of secondary markets. Elias shares insights on the importance of community and conviction in investment decisions and his experiences breaking into the VC world. They delve into his role at Grishan, exploring its investment thesis, strategy, and key performance indicators. The discussion also covers trends in robotics, AI, and machine learning across various industries. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and insights into networking opportunities.

Key Points

  • Investors should develop their own opinions and analysis when making investment decisions, even when leveraging external sources for insights.
  • The evolving market conditions and external factors have led Grishan Robotics to broaden their investment focus from consumer hardware to more software-driven verticals to optimize returns.
  • In both hardware and consumer software investments, key metrics such as software subscription components, user engagement, and retention rates are crucial for evaluating potential returns and long-term viability.
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