E #53: Exploring Mexico's Startup and Venture Capital Scene with Ana Aguilar(Investment Associate @ AC Ventures)

E #53: Exploring Mexico's Startup and Venture Capital Scene with Ana Aguilar(Investment Associate @ AC Ventures)

Author: Roohi Kazi March 31, 2023 Duration: 24:26

It was an absolute pleasure hosting Ana Maury Aguilar on the podcast

We chatted about SVB banks collapse and the effects on LatAm, How to Create more Unicorns in LatAm
Some of my key takeaways:
1. Finding great companies = artisanal
2. Unicorns = Great technical ecosystem, better investors

You can connect with Ana on the below platforms

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-maury-aguilar-1160978b/

Check out the AC Ventures website: https://careful-address-b7c.notion.site/AC-Ventures-83d1434155984b5188494adb766d3f65

You can check out the AC Ventures Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/5K0i5z43ZM3PLiDs9Sa8Px?si=i9MaY8R0SfWf4lRzdQZedA&dl_branch=1

Connect with the host Roohi Kazi on the below platforms:

Instagram-roohik2

LinkedIn: Roohi Kazi

Twitter: https://twitter.com/kr_21010

Visit this link for more listening options/platforms for the Business Podcast by Roohi, and next step groups: https://bop.me/roohikaz

Business Podcast by Roohi

website: https://businesspodcast.transistor.fm/

Subscribe to the Business Podcast by Roohi newsletter here: https://businesspodcastbyroohi.substack.com/

Subscribe to YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_wI_t2KXX2Oqz0VDDe9sMg

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review of the podcast here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-podcast-by-roohi-entrepreneur-marketing/id1516165457?uo=4




Roohi Kazi sits down with the people shaping the future of business, from seasoned Venture Capitalists to the founders building tomorrow's companies. In Business Podcast by Roohi | VC, Startups, each conversation moves beyond surface-level success stories to explore the real frameworks, decisions, and occasional stumbles that define the journey. You'll hear detailed discussions on investment theses, operational challenges, and the nuanced realities of the startup space. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct line to the practical insights and hard-won lessons from those on the front lines. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an investor, or simply fascinated by the mechanics of building and funding new ventures, this podcast offers a candid, audio-driven look into the minds of doers and thinkers. The dialogue is focused on substance, providing listeners with actionable perspectives rather than just inspiration. Tune in for genuine exchanges that illuminate the path from idea to execution, all through thoughtful interviews hosted by Roohi.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Business Podcast by Roohi | VC, Startups
Podcast Episodes
Journey to Tin Men Capital Ft. John Tay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:08
This months episode of BizPodRoohi features John TayJohn grew up in a single income family homeAnd worked different kinds of jobs like at a petrol pump, Mc Donalds and eventually found his way to Venture Capital and star…
Magic of San Francisco Ft. Karna Shinde(Strategic Angel Investor) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:31
In this podcast I am joined by Karna Shinde Karna is a strategic angel investorWe chat about red, and green flags in founders, advice on mentorship, and more topicsJoin the Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DQ5OV…
Deep Dive on EVM Capital Ft. Suhas Sumukh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:14
One of the up and upcoming people in the micro grants space Suhas and Andrew Co Founded EVM Capital In this episode we get into 1. Early days of EVM Capital 2, What EVM looks for in builders Connect with Suhas below: X:…
Building Hanover Ft Chris Hladczuk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:19
Waited for 3 years to make this episode happen It was worth the wait During this episode we spoke about: - Hanover and more Connect with Chris here: X: https://x.com/chrishlad Hanover's Website: ⁠https://www.hanover.co/…
Building Arrayah Hacker House Ft. Akshat Agarwal [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:25
A few months ago I was lucky to get a chance to sit down with Akshat in Dubai Akshat is one of the people behind Arrayah Hacker House Hear more about his journey, and the vision behind starting Arrayah Hacker House Conne…
Giving Grants to Talented Teenagers Ft. Ari Dutilh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:11
In this episode I am joined by Ari Dutilh building Bagel Fund, and helping to grow Merge Club - Merge Club is a fantastic initiative of Julian Weisser and Team We chat about: 1. His life's work and many other topics Conn…
Building in India Ft Adrija Agarwal of Sattva Ventures [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:17
This week we are joined by Adrija of Sattva Ventures We talked about: 1. Sattva Ventures 2. Building in India 3. YC Concept in India Connect with Adrija below LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrija-agarwal-366971a…
Deep Dive Episode on Blume Ventures Ft. Sanjay Nath [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:05
Today's guest is Sanjay Nath the Co Founder of Blume Ventures Had a super interesting discussion with Sanjay around Blume Ventures Blume Ventures is a top notch VC Fund in India and have an excellent content strategy Blu…