Alex Roetter

In this discussion, Alex Roetter, former head of Twitter engineering and now a partner at Moxxie Ventures, evaluates Elon Musk's proposed changes for Twitter. He dives into the feasibility of user authentication improvements and the balance between free speech and moderation. The conversation touches on the potential of open-sourcing the algorithm and its implications for political bias. Roetter also shares his insights on how these changes could affect user experience and Twitter's long-term sustainability in a competitive landscape.

Peter Levine, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, and Alex Roetter, SVP of Engineering at Twitter, discuss the rising trend of technical advisory boards and their unique advantages for companies. They reveal how these boards can shape long-term strategic planning and attract top talent. The guests share best practices for structuring impactful meetings and the essential traits of effective board members. They also highlight the importance of mentoring and the need for clarity and transparency in advisory relationships.