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The Alternatives Mason: Building Alts Knowledge Brick by Brick | Episode 28 | THe VC Firm That Thinks Different and Hires Bots with Brad Zapp

The Alternatives Mason: Building Alts Knowledge Brick by Brick | Episode 28 | THe VC Firm That Thinks Different and Hires Bots with Brad Zapp

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What happens when a banker’s son builds a venture firm in a place most investors overlook? Brad Zapp, Cp-Founder, President and Head of Strategy & Marketing at Connetic Ventures, shares how rejection fueled his pivot into early-stage investing, eventually leading to Wendal, an AI-powered associate that reviews founders 24/7. With this remarkably innovative tool, Brad is reimagining who gets funded and who gets to invest. This episode unpacks how AI, behavioral science, and fund structure innovation are opening venture capital to a much broader audience.

Key takeaways:

  • AI can scale deal sourcing and diligence, even from outside traditional VC hubs.
  • Psychometric screening helps identify unconventional but high-potential founders.
  • Interval funds are breaking down access barriers for everyday investors.

Connect with us below!

  • Brad Zapp on LinkedIn
  • Connetic Ventures
  • Brittany Mason on LinkedIn
  • Banríon Capital Management
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