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Podcast: The Hard Part with Evan McCann
Episode: Janet Bannister from Staircase Ventures
Description: Janet Bannister is the Founder & Managing Partner of Staircase Ventures.
Takeaways
Working at eBay early days.
Launching Kijiji in Canada.
Getting into VC and joining Real Ventures.
How she raised a fund so quickly with Staircase Ventures.
Building relationships with LPs.
How the venture scene has changed in Canada.
Staircase Ventures prioritizes founder support and development, offering CEO coaching, peer groups, access to health coaches, family statements, and personal financial advisors.
Staircase shares carry with portfolio founders to foster a sense of teamwork.
Important qualities in founders she backs.
Burn rate and PMF.
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