Hardware Podcasts

008 - "Follow the Opportunity" with Marta New

Let's Combinate · 24 Nov 2021 · 55m

What this episode covers

Marta New, CEO of Radyus Research and former co-founding Partner at Agent Capital, discusses her transition from academic science to venture capital and entrepreneurship. She explains how her MBA at Kellogg shifted her perspective from seeking deep, perfect answers to prioritizing the value of information for faster decision-making in corporate environments. New details the rigorous due diligence process at Baxter Ventures, emphasizing the importance of assessing technical, regulatory, and financial risks holistically. She also shares lessons on leadership, mentorship under Gita Vemuri, and adapting to work-life balance challenges during the pandemic.

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early-stage companies

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Companies
Radyus Research, Agent Capital, Baxter Ventures
Also
Kellogg School of Management, University of Illinois at Chicago, Northwestern University, Gita Vemuri, Brian Tracy, Seth Godin

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