From Superhuman To AI: Venture Capital’s Biggest Opportunities, Andrew Romans Of 7BC Venture Capital

Venture capital is evolving fast, and Andrew Romans   / romans   of 7BC Venture Capital (https://www.7bc.vc) reveals how his global “seven continents” approach is reshaping the game. From his roots in telecom and enterprise software to founding companies and raising capital, Andrew shares the journey that led him to building 7BC’s unique dual strategy: investing both directly in startups and in other high-performing VC funds. He unpacks what makes a disruptive founder, why emerging managers matter, and how cherry-picking direct investments from fund portfolios creates outsized returns. With insights on AI-native companies, the Superhuman-to-Grammarly success story, and the power of curated demo days, this conversation is packed with lessons for entrepreneurs and investors navigating today’s VC landscape.

Chapters:
[00:00] Intro
[03:19] From Telecom To Venture Capital: The Early Journey
[06:41] 7BC's Dual Strategy: Direct Investments & Fund Of Funds
[12:16] Mastering Venture: Andrew Romans On Authoring VC Books
[16:53] The Founder's Blueprint: What Makes A Fundable Entrepreneur?
[19:40] Navigating The Fund Landscape: Attributes Of Top-Tier Fund Managers
[25:54] Superhuman Success: A Case Study In Early-Stage VC Exits
[32:19] Why 7BC? Answering The Call For LPs And Wealth Managers