E449 | Chris Wade, Isomer Capital: Navigating The Venture Landscape in 2025
EUVC · EUVC
April 18, 202553m 49s
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Show Notes
In this episode of the EUVC podcast, our host, David Cruz e Silva, talks with Chris Wade, Co-Founder of Isomer Capital, to explore the evolving European venture landscape in 2025. Reflecting on a decade since Isomer’s inception, Chris shares insights on the industry's growth and how Europe has expanded from just 20 unicorns in 2014 to nearly 400 today.
Here’s what’s covered:
- 02:25 Celebrating 10 Years of Isomer
- 05:39 The Growth and Future of European Venture Capital
- 08:43 Challenges and Opportunities in the VC Landscape
- 17:56 Transparency and Communication in Venture Capital
- 25:57 The Role of VCs on Company Boards
- 27:17 Understanding DPI and Secondary Transactions
- 39:16 The Future of European VC and Emerging Managers