Published Nov 3, 2021
The inherent tensions within Venture capital
Explore the turbulent dynamics between venture capital and startups as Alex Wilhelm and Natasha Mascarenhas, with guest Vincent Woo, unravel how high valuations, acquisition strategies, and venture incentives can lead to unsustainable growth, particularly in the education sector with case studies like Lambda School and Ro.

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