How do you raise venture capital in today’s market, and what are investors really looking for? In Episode 28 of C² Biz Growth: Iron Sharpens Iron, John Hale III sits down with Nasir Qadree, Founder and Managing Partner of Zeal Capital Partners, to break down what it takes to build, fund, and scale high-growth companies in sectors shaping the future, including healthcare, fintech, workforce development, and the future of work.

Nasir shares his journey from operator to investor, how Zeal Capital was built, and why backing companies that expand economic mobility can also deliver outsized returns. The conversation dives into venture capital strategy, startup fundraising, founder-investor fit, private market trends, AI in investing, and what separates scalable businesses from the rest.

If you’re a founder, investor, CEO, or growth leader trying to understand how capital really moves, what VCs want, and how to build a business that stands out, this episode is packed with insights you can apply right now.

Topics covered include: venture capital, startup fundraising, private equity mindset, inclusive investing, economic mobility, fintech, healthcare innovation, future of work, AI in venture capital, leadership, and scaling growth.

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