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Lead, build, and invest better. Join us as we hit the streets globally to uncover billion dollar ventures of unicorn founders & funders. In venture, every move can make—or break—a billion-dollar outcome. Hosted by Sarah Chen-Spellings, award-winning entrepreneur, investor, and venture insider, Billion Dollar Moves pulls back the curtain on the strategies, stumbles, and breakout moments that define... more

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Marisa Warren
Co-founder of ALIAVIA Ventures, former Microsoft and SAP executive
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Jeffrey Bowman
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Melinda French Gates
Co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and a prominent advocate for women's rights and social progress.
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Erin Harkless Moore
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Sarah Chen-Spellings
Host of the show and award-winning entrepreneur, investor, and venture insider.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Bold, Thoughtful, and Full of Momentum!

    Every time I listen to Billion Dollar Moves, I feel energized to take action, keep learning, and invite others into what I’m building. Sarah Chen-Spellings hosts the kinds of conversations that are bold, thoughtful, and full of momentum. Each episode is exactly the kind of dialogue we need more of in venture and beyond.

    As a founder building outside the usual tech hubs, this podcast makes me feel like I have a seat at the table. It reminds me that I’m not building alone. Access to this kind of ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaclyn West
    United States4 months ago
  • Incredible hosting!!

    I love this!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Project Renwei
    United States9 months ago
  • Billion Dollar Moves is awesome!

    Loving listening to Sarah interview inspiring people and leaders. She asks great questions and offers an engaging experience!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nepalifriend
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Learning finance from a practitioner

    Thank you Sarah and team for the content. I have long struggled to find content and helped me better understand the mentality the expectations, the KPI, etc. of both VC, GPs and LPs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pickle Rickles
    Indonesia2 years ago
  • Something powerful for everyone

    Love how Sarah is able to draw me in as a listener: while I’m not currently in the venture space, I find these conversations powerful, inspirational and tactical for my life professionally and personally at the same time! Kudos!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bargainyani
    United Arab Emirates2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the bold, actionable insights shared by guests, emphasizing the practical strategies that can be applied in various professional contexts.
Overall, the content is regarded as empowering and inspiring for entrepreneurs and professionals looking to navigate the complexities of venture capital.
The host's skillful interviewing techniques are noted, with many praising her ability to draw out deeper, more authentic responses from her guests.

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Q: What are three key considerations that they should consider when it comes to the type of funding?
Female founders should do the work by showing numbers and traction, tell the big story collectively without losing sight of the vision, and ensure their business is structured for an eventual liquidity event.
Reframing Growth: How to Win in A Minority-Majority World w/ Jeffrey Bowman, Reframe AI
Q: What are your thoughts on how we can future proof to be inclusive for total addressable markets in AI?
Future proofing requires an inclusive approach to AI, ensuring it reflects a diverse user base for better model reliability.
The Purpose-Driven Power Player Behind Silicon Valley’s Quiet Money w/ Mike Anders, ICONIQ
Q: What are your thoughts on the current state of the market?
Mike discusses the confusion in the market due to rapid changes and the need to proceed with caution in investment decisions.
The Purpose-Driven Power Player Behind Silicon Valley’s Quiet Money w/ Mike Anders, ICONIQ
Q: What do we need to know about your upbringing to understand the leader we have here today?
Mike Anders shares his upbringing in an academic family, which instilled values of fairness, equality, and a belief in education.
Why Australia’s Leading Family Offices Are Backing ALIAVIA Ventures’ Cross-Border VC Strategy w/ Marisa Warren
Q: What did the experience at Microsoft teach you about your current work at ALIAVIA?
Helping partners succeed translates to their own success, which informs her approach with founders.

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Offering a dynamic exploration of venture capital, this podcast presents raw and unfiltered insights from leading entrepreneurs and investors. Through compelling narratives and powerful interviews, listeners gain a front-row seat to the strategic decisions and pivotal moments that can make or break billion-dollar businesses. Common themes include resilience, the pursuit of innovation, and the significance of female empowerment in leadership and investment strategies. The show features high-profile guests sharing their experiences from notable companies and venture capital firms, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intricacies of funding and entrepreneurship across the globe.

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