Investor Insights from TCV's Shalini Rao
Aug 16, 2023 ·
41m 8s
Our interview with https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalinikrao/, partner at TCV. In 2021, a dynamic global landscape yielded crucial insights for investors and businesses. Unprecedented events created both opportunities and challenges, stimulating engaging discussions....
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Our interview with Shalini Rao, partner at TCV.
In 2021, a dynamic global landscape yielded crucial insights for investors and businesses. Unprecedented events created both opportunities and challenges, stimulating engaging discussions.
In this episode, we are joined by Shalini Rao. Shalini is an experienced investor and financial specialist who is enthusiastic about supporting technology-driven companies. She has been a crucial part of TCV since 2023, concentrating on investing in software, fintech, and consumer internet industries. In her earlier position as a partner at Generation Investment Management, Shalini actively promoted growth-stage technology companies led by teams driven by a clear mission. She earned her M.Sc. in Finance from the London School of Economics and holds a B.A. from Harvard University.
During our conversation with Shalini, we dive into the changes that have occurred in the VC landscape regarding how venture capitalists collaborate with founders and companies. Shalini also shares the lessons they learned in 2021, which are beneficial for both investors and firms. We examine the profound impact of AI on the investment landscape and discuss effective strategies for evaluating and supporting startups in today's market conditions. Moreover, we highlight the importance of cultivating strong relationships and fostering trust within the workplace. We conclude our discussion by offering practical advice on maintaining energy and gaining a fresh perspective in one's career. The insights and viewpoints presented provide valuable guidance for founders and investors alike.
Our Guest
Shalini RaoShalini Rao is an experienced investor that joined TCV in 2023, focusing on software, fintech, and consumer internet companies. She was formerly a partner at Generation Investment Management and has invested in mission-driven tech firms. With a B.A. from Harvard and M.Sc. from the London School of Economics, Shalini brings strong financial expertise.
Resources & Links
True Builders Podcast
Shalini Rao
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In 2021, a dynamic global landscape yielded crucial insights for investors and businesses. Unprecedented events created both opportunities and challenges, stimulating engaging discussions.
In this episode, we are joined by Shalini Rao. Shalini is an experienced investor and financial specialist who is enthusiastic about supporting technology-driven companies. She has been a crucial part of TCV since 2023, concentrating on investing in software, fintech, and consumer internet industries. In her earlier position as a partner at Generation Investment Management, Shalini actively promoted growth-stage technology companies led by teams driven by a clear mission. She earned her M.Sc. in Finance from the London School of Economics and holds a B.A. from Harvard University.
During our conversation with Shalini, we dive into the changes that have occurred in the VC landscape regarding how venture capitalists collaborate with founders and companies. Shalini also shares the lessons they learned in 2021, which are beneficial for both investors and firms. We examine the profound impact of AI on the investment landscape and discuss effective strategies for evaluating and supporting startups in today's market conditions. Moreover, we highlight the importance of cultivating strong relationships and fostering trust within the workplace. We conclude our discussion by offering practical advice on maintaining energy and gaining a fresh perspective in one's career. The insights and viewpoints presented provide valuable guidance for founders and investors alike.
Our Guest
Shalini RaoShalini Rao is an experienced investor that joined TCV in 2023, focusing on software, fintech, and consumer internet companies. She was formerly a partner at Generation Investment Management and has invested in mission-driven tech firms. With a B.A. from Harvard and M.Sc. from the London School of Economics, Shalini brings strong financial expertise.
Resources & Links
True Builders Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-builders/id1677828595
- https://open.spotify.com/show/0nqdlsiBWoRIZ3fZV979AD
- https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-true-builders-110873565/
Shalini Rao
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