How the Wade Institute Venture Capital Catalyst (VCC) program propelled my investing skills

I was a participant in the 2020 cohort of the Wade Institute Venture Capital Catalyst program. This post is going to be about my experience beyond what you can read on the website. I’ve also included some tips on how get the most out of it.

The program was recommended by an Australian venture capitalist. At the beginning of 2020 I had been angel investing for about 3 years, this VC could see I was looking to further feed my curiosity and knowledge on early stage investing and made the suggestion of the course.

I spoke to a couple of people who had gone through the first cohort and they all raved about how great it was. Now having been through it I can see exactly why they felt those sentiments!

ABOUT THE COURSE

The course touches on all of the main features of venture capital investing from deal sourcing and due diligence to portfolio management. It’s facilitated by an experienced VC, Rachael Neumann who has both Australian and US investment experience.

There are also a number of sessions facilitated by Colin McLeod (Professor, University of Melbourne) and Pedram Mokrian (Adjunct Professor, Stanford University). It was great to have academics who have practical and extensive…