In this episode of Turpentine VC, Erik interviews Glenn Solomon, managing partner at Notable Capital (formerly GGV Capital). They discuss the firm's evolution over 20 years, highlighting its strategic shift towards long-term investments and sector focus. They talk about the rebranding process, Notable Capital's global perspective, and their approach to fund sizing and building a strong internal team. Glenn offers valuable insights on navigating the changing venture capital landscape, including the impact of AI as a major paradigm shift. He emphasizes the importance of staying founder-focused and how Notable Capital differentiates itself through exceptional support.

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LINKS:

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(00:38) The Evolution of Notable Capital

(02:03) The Venture Capital Landscape and Investment Strategies

(04:58) Challenges and Opportunities in VC

(11:02) Fund Size and Strategic Alignment

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(16:16) Global Mandate and Market Dynamics

(20:27) Competitive Differentiation and Brand Building

(27:38) Sector Focus and Investment Philosophy

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(34:18) AI and the Future of Venture Capital

(37:28) Wrap

Fou d'histoire : Éva Doumbia, metteuse en scène : "Ce qui m'intéresse en histoire, c'est ce qui est caché"

Le Cours de l'histoire

Conclusion sur l'histoire et l'intelligence

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