Investing across Ecosystems - The Valley, China, Germany and the Future of Talent

With Erin Bargeld.
In this episode, we explore how investment, ecosystems, and
talent development connect Germany, China, and global innovation
hubs with investor and ecosystem builder Erin Bargeld. Born in
China, raised in the US, and now based in Berlin, Erin shares
insights from more than 15 years in the startup world, including
early involvement with companies like Delivery Hero. We discuss
what makes Berlin attractive for international founders and
investors, how the city compares to China's speed and Silicon
Valley's scale, and why strong networks, education, and the right
regulatory environment are essential for a thriving ecosystem.
The conversation also looks ahead to the future of work,
highlighting why teams matter more than ideas, how AI is
reshaping careers, and what skills the next generation of
entrepreneurs will need to succeed.