Dr. Oksana Malysheva

In this Episode Dr. Oksana Malysheva, an accidental venture capitalist with a background in physics, shared her journey from Ukraine to becoming a venture capitalist in Austin, Texas. She emphasized the importance of following passion and serendipity in entrepreneurship. Oksana highlighted the need for educational institutions to adapt to change, equip students with skills for uncertainty, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. She discussed the balance between profitability and social impact, using Rex K12 as an example of a successful education venture. Oksana also noted the global distribution of talent and the emergence of venture capital opportunities beyond traditional hubs like Silicon Valley.