Each session is led by different Icehouse Ventures team members, bringing their own expertise and perspective to the topic.

Drawn to the optimism of founders tackling seemingly insurmountable global problems, a three-month internship turned into a decade-long career.

From top-tier law firms to senior exec roles in global tech, Jo brings rare commercial rigour backing Kiwi founders.

A founder and investor of over a decade, backing NZ's most exceptional early-stage entrepreneurs to scale globally.

An EHF fellow who raised his first fund in 2016 and has built a vibrant Chinese community and one of NZ's most diverse investor networks.

Thirty years experience across corporate law and venture capital in Silicon Valley, with $1b FUM and a number of unicorns to his name.

Returned to New Zealand after building international VC experience across private practice in the UK and as in-house counsel at a VC investing across Europe and the US.
The masterclasses are designed to build on the fundamentals. If terms such as cap table, carry, or investment thesis are new to you, venture investing 101 is the right starting point. One session, hosted by Icehouse Ventures CEO Robbie Paul.
