Venture Declassified
Venture Declassified
Mike Kelly, Ben Pidgeon, and Jacob Schpok
The Reality Behind Startup Exits
31 minutes Posted Apr 13, 2026 at 11:00 am.
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In this episode of Venture Declassified, hosts Mike Kelly, Ben Pidgeon, and Jacob Schpok unpack one of the most misunderstood moments in startup investing: the exit. While headlines often highlight big acquisition numbers, the hosts explain why the reality behind those numbers is rarely as straightforward—or as lucrative—as it first appears. The conversation breaks down the different ways exits actually play out for angel investors. From acquihires to strategic acquisitions and d...