TLDR:
Key Points:
- Interview with Sabina Wizander, Partner at Creandum
- Discussion on career journey, European tech ecosystem, fundraising challenges, setting high goals, and climate crisis.
In the latest episode of the EU-Startups Podcast, Sabina Wizander, Partner at Creandum, discusses her career journey from McKinsey to venture capital and startup operations. Creandum, a prominent venture capital fund in Europe, recently launched an oversubscribed €500 million fund to continue backing Europe’s winners at Seed and Series A stages.
Sabina emphasizes the importance of seizing exciting opportunities in one’s career and being open to unexpected twists. She also stresses the significance of thinking like an owner with a long-term perspective, whether as a VC investor or a tech startup operator.
During the interview, Sabina sheds light on the European tech ecosystem, highlighting its growth potential and the delivery of high-value outcomes. Additionally, she addresses the challenges of fundraising, the importance of setting and achieving high goals, and the necessity of addressing carbon emissions and the climate crisis for humanity’s well-being.
Overall, the conversation with Sabina Wizander provides valuable insights into navigating the world of venture capital, the European tech landscape, and the broader societal implications of technological innovation.
