Matt Roberts: CMD Capital

Joel Palathinkal chats with Matt Roberts about his journey from technical roles to venture capital, starting from his Ottawa roots. They discuss how engineers can thrive as investors, the evolution of family offices, and Canada's tech ecosystem. Matt shares advice for new fund managers on differentiation, storytelling, and investment structuring. They explore liquidity strategies, fund management, founder evaluation, and 2023 market trends. The episode also covers investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and the Middle East, highlighting post-oil investments and the importance of international networks.