Errik Anderson sits down with David Weisburd to discuss Pro-noia, the potential of the biotech industry, and the 82VS Seed Fund investment approach. They discuss practicing Pro-noia, the value of building a portfolio of relationships, and the idea of a forever company.
(0:00) Introduction to pronoia and its importance
(0:20) Background on Errik Anderson's career and co-founding companies
(0:49) Adamab's business model and biotech's impact on the world
(3:28) The role of AI in biotech and the concept of a startup factory
(7:47) Challenges in biotech and applying tech investment models
(12:36) Alloy Therapeutics' business model and biotech economic challenges
(18:15) Reducing costs and differences between digital and biotech startups
(20:22) Experimentation before funding and fund size strategies
(22:45) The importance of collaboration in the investment world
(25:33) Collaborative approach: Benefits, challenges, and early-stage investments
(32:00) Balancing small bets with long-term relationships and mental diet
(37:33) Creating wealth, family values, and children's focus on strengths
(45:49) Mentorship styles and finding satisfaction in work
(49:26) Strategic finance, partnerships, and personal growth
(53:54) Future plans for Alloy, collaborative investments, and fund management
(59:10) Alloy's commitment and the concept of generosity in business
(1:00:42) Closing remarks and gratitude
(1:00:56) Sponsor: Carrier Labs and newsletter announcement
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