At IA Global Ventures, we back foreign-born founders building globally scalable software companies. Many startups we meet come with strong traction in their home markets—often through clever marketplace models that solve local problems efficiently.

The Case for Cockroach Startups: Why Resilience Outperforms Hype. As markets shift and capital tightens, investors are rethinking what makes a startup worth backing. Hint: it’s not billion-dollar buzz. From Unicorn Obsession to a New Reality For over a decade, the startup ecosystem has lionized unicorns—companies valued at over $1…

One of the most overlooked habits of high-performing founders is how they manage investor communication—particularly during periods of uncertainty. Regular, thoughtful updates build trust, align expectations, and often surface valuable support when it’s needed most.

How transitioning from entrepreneurship to venture capital reshapes mindset, strategy, and success Eight years ago, I made the jump from running my own startup to investing in others. The journey has been transformative. Sitting on both sides of the table has offered a unique perspective on what it takes to…