🎙️ Meet the VC
Meet the VC is a podcast series powered by MacxTech, designed to bring transparency, insight, and connection to the early-stage investment ecosystem.
Each episode features candid conversations with leading venture capitalists, angel investors, and syndicate leaders who are actively backing the next wave of innovation. We go beyond the pitch deck—diving into how they think, what they look for, and how founders can position themselves for successful funding.
Where Founders and Funders Connect
July 18, 2025
In this episode of Meet the VC, we sit down with Mahesh Narayanan, Managing Partner at Neuvation Ventures, a fund focused on early-stage investments in neurotech, brain health, and DeepTech innovation.
Mahesh brings over 15 years of experience in biotechnology and more than a decade as a founder and investor. From launching and exiting life sciences startups to mentoring 100+ companies in the neurotech space, he offers invaluable insight into what it takes to succeed in complex, high-impact industries.
June 23, 2025
In this episode of Meet the VC, we sit down with Mahesh Narayanan, Managing Partner at Neuvation Ventures, a fund focused on early-stage investments in neurotech, brain health, and DeepTech innovation.
Mahesh brings over 15 years of experience in biotechnology and more than a decade as a founder and investor. From launching and exiting life sciences startups to mentoring 100+ companies in the neurotech space, he offers invaluable insight into what it takes to succeed in complex, high-impact industries.
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April 16, 2025
In this episode of Meet the VC, we sit down with Sarah Romanko, investor at Geek Ventures, a venture capital firm backing global founders who are building scalable, tech-enabled companies solving real-world problems.
Sarah shares her perspective on what Geek Ventures looks for in early-stage investments, why they’re bullish on immigrant founders, and how conviction plays a bigger role than consensus when choosing who to back. From deal sourcing to founder relationships, this conversation offers a transparent look at what it takes to raise capital and stand out in today’s evolving startup ecosystem.
March 4, 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Debbie Adewale, investor at Healthworx, the innovation and investment arm of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. Debbie shares her perspective on how Healthworx is advancing a mission-driven approach to investing—supporting startups that are transforming healthcare to be more affordable, accessible, and patient-centered.
🔍 Our Mission
Educate founders on today’s capital landscape
Showcase underrepresented voices in venture
Help investors build deeper connections within the startup community
Spark meaningful introductions and funding opportunities
🎯 Who Should Tune In?
Founders preparing to raise Seed to Series B
Investors looking to connect with high-growth companies
Accelerators, advisors, and subject matter experts
Anyone who wants to understand how funding really works behind the scenes
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