The Investor With Joel Palathinkal
The Investor with Joel Palathinkal is a global omni channel show which highlights institutional investors from all walks of life and supports the continuing education for the next generation of allocators
Katelyn Donnelly: Avalanche VC
In this episode, Katelyn Donnelly from Avalanche VC shares her journey from McKinsey to becoming a venture capital leader. She discusses founding Pearson's corporate VC arm, her work with Delivery Associates, and insights into government projects. Katelyn offers career advice for new investors, trends in education, and transitioning into venture capital or private equity. The conversation also covers communication skills, portfolio strategies, cross-border investments, and the impact of AI on venture capital. The episode wraps up with audience questions on balancing VC goals with a full-time job and starting with SPVs.
Key Points
- Embracing unconventional career paths can lead to unique opportunities and significant successes in venture capital and entrepreneurship.
- Focusing on niche expertise and leveraging personal networks can be crucial in establishing a successful investment fund.
- The evolving educational landscape is creating new investment opportunities, particularly in areas like alternative learning models and education technology.
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