#80 Funding the Future | Scott Kelly on Resilience, AI, and Smart Startup Growth | BAM BizTalk

In this episode of BAM BizTalk, Angel Garcia sits down with Scott Kelly, Founder & CEO of Black Dog Venture Partners, to break down what founders really need to know about raising capital, leveraging AI, and building companies that last.With more than 30 years of experience in venture capital, tech innovation, and startup strategy, Scott shares hard-earned insights on resilience, leadership, and the mindset required to scale in today’s fast-moving economy.Whether you're seeking investors, preparing to pitch, or simply building smarter systems into your business, this conversation gives you the no-fluff roadmap to grow with clarity and confidence.Topics DiscussedScott Kelly’s early entrepreneurial story and rise into venture capitalHow founders can build resilience during uncertaintyThe new mindset required to lead in rapidly changing marketsWhy AI is transforming startup growth and investor expectationsHow to prepare your company for funding opportunitiesThe biggest mistakes founders make when pitching investorsHow to build credibility and trust with the right partnersSystems and processes every startup needs to scaleLong-term thinking vs. short-term hustleScott’s advice for entrepreneurs navigating 2025 and beyond#BAMBizTalk #ScottKelly #BlackDogVenturePartners #StartupFunding #AIinBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #VentureCapital #StartupStrategy #BAMVentures