Volume 1 | Episode 8
The Power Laws of Venture with Andrew Dumont
Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Curious, a long-term holding company that buys and grows software companies with empathy. Andrew joins us to discuss the economics of venture capital and what it means for founders starting companies today.
The Power Laws of Venture with Andrew Dumont
Episode Description
On the eighth episode of the Thrive Through Connection Podcast, we welcome Andrew Dumont. Andrew is the Founder and CEO of Curious, a long-term holding company that buys and grows software companies with empathy. Andrew joins us to discuss the economics of venture capital and what it means for founders starting companies today.
About Andrew
Before Curious, Andrew founded and exited multiple companies, served as CEO of Stamped, and worked in venture at Tiny Capital. His journey led him to a powerful insight: many great businesses fall between the cracks of traditional venture. Curious was built for them.
Mike, our CEO, had an opportunity to sit down and chat with Andrew, who brings a rare perspective: founder, investor, acquirer. In this conversation, Andrew shares a candid take on the economics of venture capital—and what happens when your company doesn’t become a power law success story.
What You'll Learn
What You Can Expect to Learn from Andrew
- How the power law shapes venture capital
- Why many great businesses can’t raise their next round
- Alternative paths for founders post-venture
- How Curious supports sustainable software companies
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