In this episode, we catch up with Madeline Lawrence, CBO of Aikido Security, former Partner at Peak, and one of the most colourful voices in the European tech and venture capital scene.
Aikido is a Belgian get-it-done security platform for developers that centralizes all essential code and cloud security scanners in one place. It simplifies security for SMEs and makes it accessible to developers without industry jargon. The company recently raised over €15 million to deliver “no BS” security to developers, just 6 months after securing €4.7 million in seed funding.
Madeline discusses her journey from venture capital, where she was “making rich men richer,” to adopting a “no-bullshit” approach to security for developers. She shares her experiences in various European startup ecosystems, along with her love for Belgian chocolate (and beer). She also addresses the problems within the VC industry, the need for greater transparency, and her vision for the future, and much more.
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Key Takeaways:
- Venture Capital needs to stop making rich men richer.
- Becoming more transparent and inclusive is a must for the VC industry.
- GenZ (and Alpha) is the way forward for Venture Capital
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