Navigating First Close Investments and Spinout Manager Risks

Michael Ashley Schulman, Chief Investment Officer at Running Point Capital, sits down with David Weisburd to discuss Michael’s views on venture capital, manager selection across private asset classes, and risks/benefits of investing in spinout managers. (0:00) Episode Preview (1:31) Overview of Running Point Capital (3:36) Venture Capital Strategy, Challenges, and Metrics (6:08) Managing Capital Calls and Accessing Top VC Funds (10:06) Manager Selection Across Private Asset Classes (14:47) Follow & Subscribe to The 10X Capital Podcast (15:07) Risks and Benefits of Investing in Spinout Managers (17:36) Michael’s Personal Career Insights (20:04) Pre-Liquidity Tax Strategies (20:59) Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks