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Claude Grunitzky on Democratizing Access to Venture Capital | E58

Claude Grunitzky sits down with David Weisburd to discuss Claude's journey as a venture-backed founder, securing an investment from Goldman Sachs, the importance of mentorship in venture capital, and Claude’s approach to spotting potential. They also delve into the creation of The Equity Alliance, the firm’s investment process, and their involvement with Serena Ventures.

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@claudegrunitzky (Claude Grunitzky)
@dweisburd (David Weisburd)
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LinkedIn:
Claude Grunitzky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudegrunitzky/
The Equity Alliance: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-equity-alliance-ny/
David Weisburd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dweisburd/
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LINKS:
The Equity Alliance: https://equityalliance.fund/
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TIMESTAMPS
(0:00) Episode Preview
(0:44) Journey to starting Trace TV
(2:16) Sponsor: Deel
(5:26) Securing an investment from Goldman Sachs
(7:52) Founding of The Equity Alliance
(11:39) 10X Capital Podcast Newsletter
(12:03) Mentorship in venture capital
(14:23) Claude's approach to spotting potential
(21:14) Importance of relationships and strategy
(22:21) Investing in Serena Ventures and the investment process at Equity Alliance
(27:05) Claude's personal mission