Breaking Barriers in VC: Kate McAndrew Talks Pre Seed, Diversity, and AI’s Future
What happens when the people deciding which startups get funded rethink the rules of who belongs at the table? In this episode, host Marcia welcomes Kate McAndrew, co-founder of the Baukunst fund, who shares her journey from arts student to leading pre-seed venture capitalist with a fresh perspective on building companies. Kate discusses how she’s redefining the early stage investment process—focusing on community, creativity, and making capital accessible for underrepresented founders. She also weighs in on the practical realities of AI, groundbreaking fund models, and the powerful role of networks in startup success. If you’re curious about how the next generation of startups are being launched, and who’s working to open up the investing world for new voices, this conversation is essential listening.
The Angel Next Door · Kate McAndrew, Marcia Dawood
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What happens when the people deciding which startups get funded rethink the rules of who belongs at the table? In this episode, host Marcia welcomes Kate McAndrew, co-founder of the Baukunst fund, who shares her journey from arts student to leading pre-seed venture capitalist with a fresh perspective on building companies.
Kate discusses how she’s redefining the early stage investment process—focusing on community, creativity, and making capital accessible for underrepresented founders. She also weighs in on the practical realities of AI, groundbreaking fund models, and the powerful role of networks in startup success.
If you’re curious about how the next generation of startups are being launched, and who’s working to open up the investing world for new voices, this conversation is essential listening.
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