In this episode, we catch up with Thomas Rebaud, Co-founder and CEO of Meero an AI media enhancement company that leverages its cutting-edge media processing platform to develop tailored products for specific verticals. Thomas discusses his journey in building Meero and his new venture, Blast Angels.
Since their creation in 2016, they have been pioneers in the visual content creation tech revolution. Through significant investments and surrounded by world-leading talents, they have continuously raised the bar on innovation, driven by the early conviction that AI was essential to transforming visual content creation. Proof of this was seen in 2020, when they secured over €270 million, consequently gaining the acclaimed unicorn status.
On the other hand, Thomas’s newest venture, Blast Angels, empowers individuals to invest in exclusive startups alongside renowned entrepreneurs with as little as $1,000. Seed startup investments have been one of the most profitable asset classes over the last 20 years, but people just didn’t have access to it. That’s about to change! Listen to the full episode to learn more!
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Key Takeaways
- Meero experienced rapid growth and fundraising success, reaching unicorn status in just three years.
- Blast Angels aims to democratise startup investments and provide opportunities for everyone to invest in the most promising tech startups.
- Maintaining a positive mindset as a leader is crucial for managing teams during tough times.
- Thomas looks for the smartest and brightest founders in the world who have a reasonable burn rate.
- Investing in a startup is the riskiest type of investment, but diversifying your portfolio and maintaining a long-term vision can mitigate the risks.
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