Wharton Fintech Podcast

Zoey Tang hosts Urvashi Barooah, a fellow Wharton alum and Principal at Redpoint Ventures. At Redpoint, Urvashi specializes in early-stage fintech investments, and her portfolio includes ventures such as Dune Analytics, Offchain Labs, XMTP, Flexe, among others. In our conversation, we delved into various aspects of Urvashi's journey. We discussed pivotal moments in her life, including her transition from consulting to venture capital while at Wharton. Urvashi also shared valuable advice for those aspiring to enter the world of venture investment and entrepreneurship. We gained insights into her investment philosophy and her current areas of passion. Wrapping up our discussion, we turned our gaze toward the future, where Urvashi shared her thoughts on her favorite investors and the kind of investor she hopes to become.