VC Insights: Erica Brescia, Managing Director at Redpoint Ventures
In this edition of VC Insights, Vintage Partner Iren Reznikov speaks with Erica Brescia, Managing Director at Redpoint Ventures, one of the leading early-stage venture firms and a proud partner of Vintage.
With a unique perspective shaped by her experience as both an operator and investor, Erica shares thoughtful insights on how top founders build, scale, and adapt in today’s evolving landscape.
Topics covered in the conversation include:
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What signals Redpoint looks for in early-stage companies
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The role of customer obsession and product velocity in evaluating traction
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Founder-market fit and the mindset needed to build enduring companies
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How AI is transforming both horizontal and vertical enterprise software
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Lessons learned from transitioning from founder to VC
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Advice for founders navigating competitive markets and scaling challenges
