Renowned angel investor and venture capitalist Igor Ryabenkiy has released his latest book, "Adventures in Venture Capital: A Practical Guide for Novice Angels and Future Unicorns," aimed at demystifying the often glamorous but misunderstood field of venture capital.
As the founder of VC firm AltaIR Capital, Ryabenkiy draws on over two decades of experience in growing and exiting successful tech businesses to provide a roadmap for both investors and startup founders. The book offers real-world examples and strategic advice to help newcomers navigate the complexities of the startup world and achieve significant returns on their investments.
"Adventures in Venture Capital" addresses key challenges and questions that face investors and founders in today’s dynamic venture capital landscape. Topics covered in the book include identifying potential unicorns early, understanding which founders to support, balancing growth with productivity, mastering the art of the pitch, and the surprising benefits of facing competitors in new markets.
With a blend of sharp humor and precise analysis, Ryabenkiy shares insights into how he has successfully navigated the venture capital industry across different industries, languages, and continents. The book is designed to serve as both a compass and a life raft for those venturing into the high-risk, high-reward world of startups.
Igor Ryabenkiy is not only a successful serial entrepreneur and investor but also holds a Doctorate in Business Administration. He has been instrumental in recognizing and investing in early-stage startups that have become unicorns and decacorns, such as Miro, Deel, Turing, PandaDoc, and OpenWeb. His expertise spans various sectors including FinTech, Digital Health, Productivity Tools, Future of Work, and EdTech. Ryabenkiy's career is marked by numerous successful exits and a remarkable track record in business innovation and entrepreneurship.
Having spent years sharing his knowledge through lectures and talks within the industry, Ryabenkiy’s latest endeavor aims to equip a new generation of investors and entrepreneurs with the tools needed to thrive in the venture capital field.
"Adventures in Venture Capital" is now available and is essential reading for anyone looking to understand the intricacies of startup investment and how to successfully navigate the venture capital ecosystem.