Exploring Investing, Trends and Fundraising in 2024 with Michael Treskow #223

Michael is a Partner at Eight Roads Ventures based out of London, where they’re focused on venture and growth investments in technology companies across Europe and Israel. Previously, Michael invested in technology companies at Accel in London, and Warburg Pincus both in San Francisco and New York. He received a BA from Yale University and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.In this episode we cover:00:00 - Intro01:17 - Eight Roads Ventures' Investing Focus Today03:37 - How to Stand Out in a Funding Pitch05:55 - Market Tips & Strategies for Founders08:59 - 2024 Industry Trends and Exciting Verticals14:09 - Startup Fundraising in Public Market Valuations20:55 - When to Consider a Exit25:37 - Common Traits of High-Performance Entrepreneurs31:45 - Michael's Favorite Activity To Get Into a Flow State32:25 - Michael's Piece Of Advice For His 25-Year-Old Self33:10 - Michael's Biggest Challenges at Eight Roads Ventures34:21 - Instrumental Resources For Michael's Success35:32 - What Does Success Mean for Michael Today36:41 - Get In Touch With MichaelGet in Touch with Michael:Michael's LinkedInMichael's TwitterEight Roads Ventures WebsiteMentions:SubstackTag Us & Follow:FacebookLinkedInInstagramMore About Akeel:TwitterLinkedInMore SaaS Podcast EpisodesSaaS Consulting ServicesHow To Value Your SaaS Company