Akira Dunham: Fundomo
Joel Palathinkal sits down with Akira Dunham from Fundomo to discuss her multicultural journey into venture capital and her roles at Hillside Ventures and Connecticut Innovations. They explore Connecticut Innovations' commitment to diverse founders and the evergreen fund, along with their international investment strategies in Israel and Toronto. The conversation delves into the tech ecosystem in Connecticut, focusing on Climate Haven, New Haven's biotech scene, and quantum computing initiatives. They also cover future trends in AI, energy, and human-computer interfaces, as well as innovations in urban planning and mobility. Akira shares advice on entering venture capital and discusses career opportunities in India, Canada, and Israel.
Key Points
- Energy, material science, and Bitcoin are seen as exciting sectors with immense potential for technological advancement and investment opportunities.
- Connecticut Innovations focuses on diverse tech investments, including climate tech and underrepresented founders, leveraging its evergreen fund to support companies from pre-seed to series A stages without rushing exits.
- Maintaining genuine relationships, demonstrating intellectual curiosity, and being adaptable in investment strategies are crucial for success in venture capital.
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