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Podcast: Omni Talk Retail
Episode: The Brutal Truth About Raising Your First Investment Fund With VC Karl Bracken Of Ocampo Capital
Description: In this episode, Karl Bracken, CEO and founder of Ocampo Capital, joins Omni Talk to share his journey to become a venture capitalist and reveals what it really takes to close an investment round in today's challenging market.
From his 16-year career at Target to founding his own VC fund, Karl breaks down the brutal realities of fundraising, why consumer brands are struggling to get funding, and how AI is creating a bubble while crowding out other investments. He also shares exclusive details about his portfolio companies that he believes are ones to watch in health, wellness, and sustainability.
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