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Chris Paik

General Partner at Pace Capital and former Partner at Thrive Capital. He discusses the evolution of human-computer interaction.

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388 snips
Jul 25, 2023 • 1h 31min

Chris Paik - Venture Investing Frameworks - [Invest Like the Best, EP.338]

Chris Paik, General Partner at Pace Capital and former board member at Twitch, shares his unique investment frameworks. He discusses concepts like atomic value swaps and business model fit, along with the evolving landscape of consumer trends such as virtual YouTubers and Apple’s Vision Pro. Paik also delves into the 'seven deadly sins' as motivators for entrepreneurship and emphasizes the shift in marketplace dynamics that impact investment decisions. His insights shed light on how technology and human behavior shape the future of venture investing.
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May 8, 2023 • 1h 10min

20VC: Why VC Subsidizes the Wrong Type of Business, Why Capital Gains Tax is Crazy, The Biggest Misalignments Between VCs, Founders and LPs, Why Business Model - Product Fit is as Important as Product-Market-Fit with Chris Paik @ Pace Capital

Chris Paik, General Partner at Pace Capital and former Thrive Capital leader, shares his journey from novice to a prominent VC in NYC. He delves into the critical distinctions between business model fit and product-market fit, emphasizing that clarity in business descriptions drives successful investments. Chris discusses misalignments between VCs, founders, and LPs, and critiques the current venture landscape, arguing that virtuous companies often suffer in enterprise value. He also highlights the importance of market timing and the interplay of timing and execution in startup success.
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Nov 12, 2024 • 49min

E64: Chris Paik on the End of Software and the Future of AI Infrastructure

Chris Paik, a general partner at Pace Capital and co-founder of Thrive Capital, dives into the transformative impact of AI on venture capital. He discusses innovative investment strategies and the psychological barriers investors face in today's competitive landscape. The conversation explores the future of software development and the rise of local computation, highlighting the essential infrastructure required for AI workloads. Paik also illustrates AI model evolution, predicting a decade of groundbreaking advancements driven by these technologies.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 3h 19min

Grok 4 Launch Breakdown, OpenAI to Release Web Browser | Chris Paik, Will Bruey, Joel Becker, Dylan Parker, Eric Olson, Ghita Houir Alami, Elliot Hershberg, Karim Atiyeh

In an engaging discussion, Chris Paik delves into the evolving landscape of human-computer interaction, emphasizing virtual avatars and market fit strategies. Will Bruey shares insights on how microgravity enables superior pharmaceutical development in space. Karim Atiyeh unveils Ramp's new AI agent to optimize corporate expenses. Joel Becker reveals surprising findings about AI's impact on seasoned developers, while Eric Olson explains how Consensus streamlines research using AI. Elliot Hershberg discusses AI's promising role in biotechnology, and Dylan Parker highlights his company's significant funding milestone.
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Jan 20, 2021 • 56min

Chris Paik & Jordan Cooper, Pace Capital

Chris Paik and Jordan Cooper, co-founders of Pace Capital, discuss their decision to start the new $150M fund focused on Series A investments. They delve into their backgrounds, strategies for building a top firm, and unique approach in working with founders throughout the startup lifecycle. The episode also explores topics such as firm culture, equal partnerships in economics, and the importance of trust and relationships in fundraising.

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