Dan Feder
Senior Managing Director with the University of Michigan Investment Office, leading the endowment’s investments in venture capital and private equity. Prior to joining the University of Michigan, Dan was the Managing Director of Private Markets at the Washington University Investment Management Company.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 48min
Uncapped #14 | Dan Feder from the University of Michigan
Dan Feder, Senior Managing Director at the University of Michigan Investment Office, shares his expertise in venture capital and private equity. He discusses the intricacies of endowment portfolio construction and the balance between risk and return. Feder delves into the importance of incentive structures in limited partnerships and shares insights on backing conflicting strategies. Plus, he emphasizes the significance of selecting the right fund managers and the impact of herd mentality in investment decisions.
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Sep 27, 2024 • 55min
#66: Meta Connect, the Hardware Renaissance (or Not?) and Special Guest Dan Feder
Dan Feder, a limited partner at Offline and Slow Ventures and associated with the University of Michigan, joins the hosts for a lively discussion. They dive into Meta's recent hardware innovations, including Ray-Ban glasses and Quest VR devices. The conversation shifts to venture capital strategies, likening investment to fishing, and the challenges of navigating private market inefficiencies. They also explore Japan's unique tech landscape, contrasting its collectivist culture with the individualistic spirit of American entrepreneurship, highlighting valuable lessons for both sides.
