Four times LEAP speakers changed how we think about tech investing

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This week we’re quoting…

Four different people, actually. 

Why? 

Because we wanted to tell you about four times that LEAP speakers have made us think about tech investing in new ways. 

Here’s what they said. 

1. Vusi Thembekwayo (Investor and Managing Partner at MyGrowthFund Venture Partners)

“It’s not just about the money. It’s about building relationships, understanding the entrepreneurial journey, and being a supportive partner. Good VCs are mentors and advisors who provide guidance and resources to help founders succeed – we’re not just financiers.” 

He showed us that capital is just one piece of the value an investor can bring to a tech company; and we keep that in our minds every time we design a matchmaking opportunity between investors and startups. 

2. Prashant Pitti (Co-Founder at EaseMyTrip)

“For us, getting no funding was a blessing in disguise. As today, we wouldn’t have the kind of freedom that we have to navigate through the decisions in making the company what it is, as to how we wanted.” 

We used to have a tendency to get caught up in the drama and glamour of high-value deal announcements. But Pitti made us think about the importance of resilience and self-sufficiency; and that’s never been as poignant as it is in today’s markets. 

3. Hasnae Taleb (Chief Investment Officer at Ento Capital)

“The Saudi Arabian ecosystem has experienced rapid growth in recent years. There are over 1,600 startups in the country, supported by a network of venture capital firms and government initiatives. The government is actively working to attract foreign investment and position the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a regional hub for innovation.”

Taleb’s words got us excited about a truth that’s playing out in front of our eyes in Saudi Arabia: long-term capital is about permanent transformation, and that can only happen when investors, government regulators, and tech companies all work together. 

4. Dr. Ritesh Jain (Founder of Infynit) 

“Fintech startups are vital for financial inclusion. Their agility, lower costs, and data-driven approach make them well-suited to serve underserved populations.”

Ritesh’s words are simple but central: capital isn’t meaningful until it reaches everyone, and the choices investors make about who to back can drive real-world change. 

Perspectives woven from diverse threads 

Each of these perspectives comes from a different corner of the tech world. But they speak to a shared truth: investing is about understanding the rhythm of innovation. 

The investors shaping the future are the ones who balance conviction with care, speed with patience, and ambition with access. At LEAP, we’re learning from them every day – and building the conversations that will define what comes next.

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