EP9: Danielle Steer, Managing Partner at Tundra Ventures | "The Power of Social Capital"

In this conversation, Kasey Devine speaks with Danielle Steer, a managing partner at Tundra Ventures, about the entrepreneurial landscape in the Midwest, the importance of social capital, and how to effectively build and leverage networks for business growth. They discuss the unique strengths of the Midwest, the complexities of social capital, and the necessity of regular communication and updates in maintaining connections. Danielle shares insights on how to engage with the startup community and the value of diverse experiences in venture capital. takeaways

• Danielle Steer is a managing partner at Tundra Ventures, focusing on pre-seed investments.
• The Midwest has unique strengths that can foster entrepreneurship.
• Social capital is essential for entrepreneurs to grow and scale their businesses.
• Building networks requires both strong and weak connections.
• Regular updates to your network can enhance relationships and opportunities.
• Understanding the different types of social capital can help entrepreneurs navigate their journeys.
• Community collaboration can lead to greater economic vitality.
• Investing in startups can be accessible to more people than traditionally thought.
• Asking for help is a skill that needs to be practiced.
• Storytelling is a powerful tool for sharing experiences and building connections.

Keywords: entrepreneurship, social capital, Midwest startups, venture capital, community building, networking, Tundra Ventures, Danielle Steer, business growth, innovation   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Danielle Steer and Tundra Ventures 09:13 Building Social Capital in Entrepreneurship 18:24 Navigating the Complexities of Capital 24:32 Giving Before Asking 30:08 Building Social Capital 35:27Engaging with the Community