Episode 25 | Supporting the Next Generation of Groundbreaking Technology | Larsen Jensen

In today's episode of The Machine Minds Show, we delve into the fascinating world of Harpoon Venture with our special guest, Larsen Jensen, ex-Olympic winner and now Founder.
Harpoon Venture’s mission is to deeply commit to supporting the next generation of groundbreaking technology. With $300 million in assets under management, they invest in a wide range of transformative ventures, including those in AI, deep tech, cybersecurity, and enterprise infrastructure.
This episode promises to be a thought-provoking and enlightening conversation. Join us and watch how Larsen Jensen's journey and accomplishments serve as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to make a positive impact on the world of robotics.


Time Stamps
00:00 Machine Minds Show Introduction 
01:02 From Olympic Swimmer to Navy SEAL
8:27 Transition to Venture Capital and Deep Tech
11:34 Founding Harpoon 
28:57 Taking Risks and Pursuing Breakthrough Technology 
31:00 The Importance of Visionary Founders 
33:08 The Silicon Valley Ecosystem and Risk-Taking 
35:11 Investment Focus and Game-Changing Technologies 
39:11 The Importance of Team Dynamics in Investments 
44:03 Identifying Promising Startups and Technologies 
49:56 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 
 
Harpoon Ventures 
https://www.linkedin.com/company/harpoon-ventures-portfolio/ 

More about our guest, Laren Jensen
https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsen-jensen/ 

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