89 - How to Build an Edtech Unicorn in 2024 with Rhys Spence, Brighteye Ventures

In episode 89, we talked to Rhys Spence, Head of Research at Brighteye Ventures, one of the most active edtech VC firms in Europe and the UK. Here’s what we discussed: - Hyperfocusing on a specific market might lead you to unicorn status; going to the U.S. is not the only path to success. - How did Byju’s downturn impact edtech VCs? - Why is building a unicorn in K-12 so challenging? - Why are edtech funds broadening their investment theses? - What sets VC-backed companies apart? - Brighteye’s most successful investments - Edtech companies to watch - Defining momentum in edtech - How do VCs determine if your team is capable? - Why are generalists so hard to evaluate? - Where is edtech headed from 2024 onward? - Where edtech meets fintech - The role of communities in edtech