Silicon Slopes | The Entrepreneur Capital of the World Peterson Ventures Managing Director Ben Capell
Jan 30, 2025
01:03:32
In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of venture capital, AI, and the tech ecosystem with our special guest. We reminisce about the early days of Beehive Startups and discuss the transformation of Provo's startup scene.
00:00 - Reminiscing Beehive Startups and Provo's Evolution
00:01:06 - Peterson's 15-Year Journey and 2025 Outlook
00:02:08 - Evolution of the Venture Capital Ecosystem
00:03:46 - JobNimbus and Utah's Unique Series A Rounds
00:05:02 - Utah's Capital Efficiency Heritage
00:05:59 - Venture Capital Trends and Market Shifts
00:08:23 - Series B Challenges and AI's Impact on Fundraising
00:09:37 - AI Infrastructure and Investment Strategies
00:12:12 - AI's Effect on Consumer Businesses
00:15:22 - Changing Search Dynamics and Consumer Discovery
00:17:43 - AI's Role in Disrupting Established Industries
00:18:40 - Opportunities in FinTech and Healthcare
00:21:04 - Disrupting Distribution in Financial Services
00:24:02 - Modernizing Banking and Financial Services
00:25:08 - Government Tech and Energy Sector Innovations
00:27:29 - Government Efficiency and Tech Infrastructure
00:31:13 - Job Market Realities and Efficiency Trends
00:33:29 - Founders' Involvement and Vision in Companies
00:40:03 - Founders vs. Hired CEOs: Vision and Execution
00:42:08 - Preparing for IPOs and Executive Team Changes
00:46:07 - Private Market Capital and Liquidity Challenges
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Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.com
Show Links: https://www.petersonventures.com
Apple Podcasts
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372
Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e
Social:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopes
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw
00:00 - Reminiscing Beehive Startups and Provo's Evolution
00:01:06 - Peterson's 15-Year Journey and 2025 Outlook
00:02:08 - Evolution of the Venture Capital Ecosystem
00:03:46 - JobNimbus and Utah's Unique Series A Rounds
00:05:02 - Utah's Capital Efficiency Heritage
00:05:59 - Venture Capital Trends and Market Shifts
00:08:23 - Series B Challenges and AI's Impact on Fundraising
00:09:37 - AI Infrastructure and Investment Strategies
00:12:12 - AI's Effect on Consumer Businesses
00:15:22 - Changing Search Dynamics and Consumer Discovery
00:17:43 - AI's Role in Disrupting Established Industries
00:18:40 - Opportunities in FinTech and Healthcare
00:21:04 - Disrupting Distribution in Financial Services
00:24:02 - Modernizing Banking and Financial Services
00:25:08 - Government Tech and Energy Sector Innovations
00:27:29 - Government Efficiency and Tech Infrastructure
00:31:13 - Job Market Realities and Efficiency Trends
00:33:29 - Founders' Involvement and Vision in Companies
00:40:03 - Founders vs. Hired CEOs: Vision and Execution
00:42:08 - Preparing for IPOs and Executive Team Changes
00:46:07 - Private Market Capital and Liquidity Challenges
If you enjoyed this video and want to support us please leave a LIKE, write a comment on this video and Share it with your friends. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube and click the icon for notifications when we add a new video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.
Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.com
Show Links: https://www.petersonventures.com
Apple Podcasts
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372
Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e
Social:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopes
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw