New VC Unfiltered Episode — Live from Lightning Round VIII
Step inside Lightning Round VIII for an unfiltered look at how venture investors evaluate early-stage startups. The episode opens with a candid investor panel covering what VCs are looking for in today's market, emerging AI trends, and the biggest mistakes founders make when fundraising.
Then watch four innovative startups pitch live:
• a2a cloud
• Contrax AI
• Prilog
• KINDRED
Hear real-time questions, investor feedback, and the final decision as the judges choose this round's champion. Featuring insights from Kunal Phalak (WestBridge Capital), Zachary Betts (Zandia Ventures), and Keith Yoder (Innovent Capital).
Whether you're raising capital, investing, or simply want to see how startup pitches are evaluated behind closed doors, this episode offers a front-row seat to the action.
Listen to VC Unfiltered on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods!
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