This episode highlights Jeff Chu, founder and managing partner of Features Capital, an early-stage medtech venture capital firm. Hosted by Mike Hostetler and Jen Fang, partners at Wilson Sonsini, the discussion explores Jeff's journey from owning a consulting firm to co-founding a venture fund, the unique approach that Features Capital takes towards investing in medtech startups, and the importance of diversity and first-generation wealth creators in the venture capital space. Jeff also shares the personal philosophies and strategies that have shaped his career and now the culture of Features Capital. Don't miss Part 1, which features Jenny Barba, the firm's other founder and managing partner.
The NextGen VC Podcast unpacks the opportunities, challenges and breakthroughs shaping life sciences investing and is curated by Wilson Sonsini and LaunchBio with hosts Michael Hostetler and Jennifer Fang. Each episode features interviews with successful venture capitalists. Listeners will gain wisdom from these experiences and learn how the pros have navigated challenges, made strategic decisions and achieved remarkable success.
Katie Stonum
kstonum@wsgr.comBased in the SOMA and San Diego offices, Mike Hostetler provides strategic IP counseling to growth enterprises in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology, and information technology industries.
Jennifer helps innovative start-ups grow into successful enterprises by providing counsel to the founders, management teams, and boards.