Deconstructor of Fun 280. The Harsh Truths Behind Venture Capital No One Tells Founders with Lightspeed's Mortiz Baier-Lentz
Apr 22, 2025
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Moritz's Unique Career Path
- Moritz Baier-Lentz started as a top Diablo II global player, then moved to Goldman Sachs, and eventually to gaming venture capital.
- He founded Goldman Sachs gaming practice before joining Bitcraft and then Lightspeed Ventures.
Lightspeed’s Flexible Fund Model
- Lightspeed Ventures operates a $30 billion global early and growth stage fund across sectors without siloed funds.
- This enables dynamic, cross-sector deal teams and investment committees optimizing for best returns.
Spot Extraordinary Founders
- Focus on truly extraordinary founders who offer unique insights with profound implications.
- Size of the target market matters less than having radical, contrarian perspectives that challenge existing frameworks.