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A conversation with Srikanth Madani, Head of Innovation EMEA
Venture capital has become a central force in Europe’s technology ecosystem, linking entrepreneurs, investors, and large corporations in new ways.
Chris Wade reflects on his journey from engineer and founder to venture capital investor, and discusses the qualities he looks for in founders, the role of resilience in entrepreneurship, and the evolving dynamics of collaboration between startups and corporates.
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Explore what it really takes to build and back startups, from the role of people and mindset to the resilience needed to navigate uncertainty.
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