{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6111e8eb767fdf0012f22c1b/6af54f36a70396bb6fd1659c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"What Makes a Unicorn? Inside the World of Venture Capital with Maxine Minter","description":"<p>What does it take to turn a startup into a billion-dollar business? And how do venture capitalists spot the next big opportunity before the rest of the world catches on?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Talk Money To Me, Candice sits down with Maxine Minter, Founder and General Partner of Co Ventures, to take listeners behind the scenes of venture capital where bold ideas meet big money, and the potential rewards can be extraordinary.</p><p><br></p><p>From backing ambitious founders to navigating startup valuations, Maxine shares insights into the world of early-stage investing and what separates tomorrow&#39;s market leaders from the businesses that never quite make it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode, we explore:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>The making of a unicorn:</strong> What transforms a startup into a business worth over $1 billion?</li><li><strong>The big wins and lessons learned:</strong> The successes, setbacks and surprises that shape venture capital investing.</li><li><strong>Backing the right founders:</strong> What investors look for when deciding which entrepreneurs deserve their capital.</li><li><strong>The valuation puzzle:</strong> How do you put a price on a company that isn&#39;t yet profitable?</li><li><strong>The AI gold rush:</strong> Are we witnessing a once-in-a-generation investment opportunity, or are valuations getting ahead of themselves?</li><li><strong>The next big opportunity:</strong> Which emerging industries could produce the next generation of billion-dollar businesses?</li><li><strong>Women in venture capital:</strong> Breaking barriers and creating opportunities for the next generation of female founders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>With AI, private markets and pre-IPO investing capturing increasing investor attention, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into an investment world that most people rarely get to see.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you&#39;re an investor, entrepreneur or simply curious about how the world&#39;s most successful companies get their start, this is a conversation you won&#39;t want to miss.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Tune in to discover what really makes a unicorn and what happens long before the IPO.</strong></p><p><br></p><h3>General Advice Disclaimer</h3><p>The information discussed in this episode of <em>Talk Money To Me</em> is general in nature and has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute personal financial advice and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or needs.</p><p>Before making any investment decision, you should consider whether the information is appropriate for your circumstances and seek professional financial advice where necessary. Where relevant, you should obtain and consider the applicable Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) or other offer documentation before making an investment decision.</p><p><br></p><p>Any views, opinions, forecasts or forward-looking statements expressed are those of the speakers as at the recording date of 4th November 2026 and may change without notice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of capital. Venture capital and private market investments carry additional risks, including illiquidity, valuation uncertainty and the potential for total loss of invested capital.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Talk Money To Me</em> is hosted by financial advisers at Shaw and Partners Limited (ABN 24 003 221 583, AFSL 236048). Views expressed by guest speakers are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Shaw and Partners Limited.</p>","author_name":"Talk Money To Me"}