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Oct 22, 2025 • 33min
Scaling Deep Tech in Food: What Investors Look for. A chat with Steve Molino, Principal @ Synthesis Capital
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Steve Molino, Principal @ Synthesis Capital#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Oct 15, 2025 • 21min
Commercializing Quantum Computing: How to Design Sustainable Roadmaps Across the Quantum Stack. A chat with Dave Grimm, Partner @ AlbionVC
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Dave Grimm, Partner @ AlbionVC#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Oct 10, 2025 • 22min
Venturing into Distributed Energy Infrastructure: Bankability, Margins, and Moats. A chat with Moritz Jungmann, Partner at Future Energy Ventures
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Moritz Jungmann, Partner @ Future Energy Ventures#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Oct 3, 2025 • 32min
Hardware for AI: The Data Center Math Investors Care About. A chat with Daniel Franke, Executive Director at M Ventures
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Daniel Franke, Executive Director at M Ventures#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Sep 26, 2025 • 32min
Venturing into Plastics: From Materials Chemistry to Scalable Industrial Companies. A chat with Joshua Speros, Investment Manager at BASF Venture Capital
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Joshua Speros, Investment Manager at BASF Venture Capital#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Sep 19, 2025 • 31min
Deep Tech Bridge Rounds, Decoded: Strategy, Data, and VC Insights. A chat with Helen Lin, Partner @ At One Ventures
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Helen Lin, Partner @ At One Ventures#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Sep 12, 2025 • 24min
Food Tech from Lab to Market: Strategy, Roadmap, and Traction. A chat with Amira Khatib, Vice President @ Bluestein Ventures
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Amira Khatib, Vice President @ Bluestein Ventures#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Sep 5, 2025 • 24min
Go-to-Market in Construction: How to Win Your First B2B Deal. A chat with Burak Gursel, Acquisition & Integration Manager @ Simpson Strong-Tie
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Burak Gursel, Acquisition & Integration Manager @ Simpson Strong-Tie#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Aug 29, 2025 • 31min
Inside Limited Partners: How Deep Tech Gets Funded from the Top of the Capital Stack. A chat with Béla Hanratty, Co-founder and Managing Partner @ Keeling Capital
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Béla Hanratty, Co-founder and Managing Partner @ Keeling Capital#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
Aug 22, 2025 • 21min
AgTech From Lab to Scale: Moats, Markets, and Strategy. A chat with Ana Ward, Venture Capitalist @ Yanmar Ventures
Host: Nicola MarcheseGuest: Ana Ward, Venture Capitalist @ Yanmar Ventures#DeepTechCatalystWatch the full conversation on our platform!Disclaimer: This content is provided solely for educational and informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial or legal advice. Given the complexity and potential impact of these terms, it is crucial to consult with an attorney. Legal expertise is invaluable in navigating these technical aspects and ensuring that the terms are in your best interests before finalizing any agreements.
