episode 12 - Redefining Venture Capital with Kanyi Maqubela

In this insightful episode of AdvancingVC, we sit down with Kanyi Maqubela, Managing Partner at Kindred Ventures and one of the most thoughtful voices in early-stage investing. From his remarkable journey as a refugee from South Africa to building a career at the forefront of Silicon Valley, Kanyi shares how his unique background shapes his investment philosophy and commitment to backing founders who are tackling society’s biggest challenges.

Tune in as Kanyi discusses:

- His path from Soweto to Stanford and beyond

- Lessons learned from working on President Obama’s 2008 campaign

- The importance of empathy, diversity, and storytelling in venture capital

- How Kindred Ventures finds and supports mission-driven entrepreneurs

- The future of technology, inclusion, and impact investing

Whether you’re an aspiring founder, a seasoned investor, or simply curious about the human side of venture capital, this conversation offers actionable insights and inspiring stories from one of the industry’s leading minds.

Listen now and discover how Kanyi Maqubela is helping to advance the future of VC-one founder at a time.

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