The Irish VC ep31: With Denise Sidhu, Director & Partner at Kernel Capital
Description
In this episode, Denise Sidhu, Director and Partner at Kernel Capital, shares her journey into venture capital, discussing the lessons learned over her 20-year career. She highlights the current state of the venture capital landscape in Ireland, the challenges faced by startups, particularly in securing funding, and the importance of perseverance and optimism. Denise also advocates for increased support for women in entrepreneurship and offers valuable advice for founders and aspiring investors.
Chapters
00:00 Denise Sadoo's Journey into Venture Capital
05:39 Lessons from 20 Years in Venture Capital
06:07 Current State of the Irish Venture Capital Landscape
08:35 Exciting Sectors in Irish Venture Capital
12:21 Challenges Faced by Irish Founders
19:13 Advocating for Women in Entrepreneurship
22:09 Advice for Aspiring Founders
24:53 Transitioning into Venture Capital
26:52 Final Thoughts and Community Support
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