David Clark, CIO at VenCap, brings over 30 years of experience in fund and public company investing, backing top VC funds across the US, Europe, China, and India. His data-driven approach, analyzing 400+ funds and 15,000+ portfolio companies, revealed that 50% of VC investments don't return capital. Clark emphasizes understanding power laws, selecting proven managers, and navigating market cycles. He advocates for counter-cyclical investing and paying premium terms for exceptional fund performance. With insights on market contractions and opportunities, Clark's expertise in venture capital dynamics makes him a respected voice in the industry.

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Karthik Reddy is a co-founder and managing partner at Blume Ventures, one of India's top early-stage VC firms. With a passion for supporting startups in tech, fintech, and consumer sectors, he takes a hands-on approach to help entrepreneurs scale their businesses and navigate the Indian startup ecosystem.