Helena Fogarty

Inside Startup Funding

Business EN ↓ 31 episodes

Inside Startup Funding is a multi-format podcast, content platform, & community— sponsored by Bamboo X and hosted by Fundraising Expert Helena Fogarty —designed to demystify how startup capital really moves, from the first check to the pressures of scale. Follow us on YouTube, LinkedIn and Substack to get notified of new episode drops, monthly events, and special livestreams. Inside Startup Funding is sponsored by Bamboo X, a New York and Bay Area recruiting partner to startups building technical and design teams. Their team of recruiters have supported over 200 startups in building elite team...

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Helena Fogarty

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Building Community in Startups: The Antler Approach 07.10.2025 1:07:09

In this episode of Inside the Fund, Jeff Becker from Antler shares his journey from selling copiers to becoming a venture capitalist. He discusses the importance of community for founders, the residency model at Antler, and the dynamics of fundraising. Jeff emphasizes the significance of resilience in founders, the balance between valuation and value, and the evolving landscape of deep tech compan...

From Minecraft to AI: Miguel Guerrero's Journey 30.09.2025 43:54

In this episode of Inside the Round, Helena Fogarty interviews Miguel Guerrero, founder of Otis AI, an innovative digital advertising platform for small businesses. Miguel shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early venture with Meepcraft, a successful Minecraft server, to the founding of Otis AI. He discusses the challenges and strategies of fundraising, the importance of building...

From Wall Street to Impact Investing: Jason Torres of Sana Capital | Inside the Fund 28.09.2025 47:37

In this conversation, Jason Torres of SANA Capital discusses his journey from Wall Street to venture capital, emphasizing the importance of impact investing in healthcare. He shares insights on the challenges of fundraising, the evaluation of founders, and the significance of purpose in investing. The discussion also touches on the need for diversity and equity in healthcare, as well as the ongoin...

Navigating AI Valuations in Venture Capital: John Frankel of ff Venture Capital | Inside the Fund 28.09.2025 1:14:15

In this conversation, John Frankel of ff Venture Capital discusses the current state of AI valuations, his journey into venture capital, and the importance of engagement and support in the VC space. He emphasizes the long-term commitment required in venture investing, the significance of financial management for startups, and the common mistakes founders make. John also shares insights on diversit...

Breaking the Glass Ceiling: A Female Founder’s Journey with Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen | Inside the Round 16.09.2025 42:55

In this episode of Inside the Round, Helena Fogarty interviews Anna Sophie Hartvigsen, co-founder of Female Invest, shares her journey as a female founder navigating the challenges of fundraising in a male-dominated industry. She discusses the unique biases female founders face, the inception of Female Invest, and the growth of their community. Anna reflects on their experiences with Y Combinator,...

From Idea to Oversubscribed: The 123BabyBox Journey | Inside the Round 03.09.2025 41:22

In this episode of Inside the Round, Helena Fogarty interviews Zarina Bahadur, founder of 123BabyBox, a subscription service focused on early childhood development. Zarina shares her journey from the initial idea sparked by observing a struggling mother in a grocery store to winning a college competition that provided her with the capital to start her business. She discusses the importance of cust...