60 Funds, 17 Years, Billions Raised — Chris Rizik Tells All

Chris Rizik has done what most VCs only dream of.He’s invested in 60 VC funds supporting 800+ startups while reshaping the entire Midwest startup ecosystem.In this episode, Shane sits down with Chris — NVCA Venture Vanguard Award winner, Michigan VC Hall of Fame inductee, and Managing Partner of Renaissance VC — to share the mindset and strategies that made him one of the most respected voices in venture capital.✅ What you’ll learn:• The #1 trait Chris looks for in a GP before investing• Why democratizing venture capital leads to stronger returns• The toughest lessons every VC must learn (and how to know when to walk away)• How specialized funds can outperform mega-funds in the AI era• What today’s GPs must do to stand outIf you’re a tech founder, fund manager, or investor, this conversation is packed with wisdom you won’t find in any pitch deck.🎧 Hosted by Shane Ray Martin — Investor at B Ventures Group, the world’s first PeaceTech VC fund, LinkedIn Top Voice in Negotiation, and Certified Peace Mediator — helping founders grow both peace and profit.👉 Message and connect with Shane: linkedin.com/in/shaneraymartinPS - On October 1st, Chris is hosting UnDemo Day in Detroit, MI! Check out the full details: renvcf.com/undemo-day/