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David Tisch

General partner at BoxGroup, a New York-based early-stage investment firm. He has made over 350 investments since 2007 in companies like Plaid and Roman.

Top 5 podcasts with David Tisch

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Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 29min

20VC: The Biggest Misconceptions & Hardest Truths About Seed Investing Today; Why The Best Founders Don't Need You, Why Uncapped SAFEs Are Good, Why Reserves Are Bad, Why Signalling is BS, Why Price Doesn't Matter with David Tisch & Terrence Rohan

David Tisch, Managing Partner at BoxGroup, and Terrence Rohan, Managing Director at Otherwise Fund, dive into the gritty realities of seed investing. They challenge misconceptions like signaling and argue why many traditional strategies, such as maintaining reserves, might actually hinder returns. Tisch insists seed investing remains an inefficient market, advocating for price insensitivity and individual decision-making over groupthink. They also discuss the evolving power dynamics favoring founders in today's funding landscape, emphasizing the need for authentic relationships.
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Aug 12, 2022 • 28min

20VC: 13 of the Great Investing Minds on When to Pay Up vs When To Remain Disciplined and Walk Because the Price is too High: The Ultimate Guide to Price Sensitivity

Marcelo Claure is an entrepreneur and investor who has founded and led some of the world’s most iconic businesses. He is currently the Chairman & CEO of Claure Capital, a newly founded multi-billion-dollar global investment firm. Before this, Marcelo was COO @ Softbank Group, the world’s largest technology investment company. Bill Gurley is a General Partner @ Benchmark, one of the most successful funds of the last decade with a portfolio including Uber, Twitter, Dropbox, Modern Treasury, Snapchat, StitchFix, and many more. Michael Eisenberg spent 15 years as a General Partner @ Benchmark working alongside Bill and the Benchmark partnership. Following Benchmark, Michael co-founded Aleph, one of the leading Israeli venture funds of the last decade. David Tisch is the Founder and Managing Partner @ Box Group, one of the leading seed focused firms of the last decade with a portfolio including Airtable, Glossier, PillPack, Plaid and many more. Cyan Banister is one of the most successful and renowned early-stage investors in the last decade. Her portfolio includes the likes of SpaceX, Uber, Affirm, Opendoor Postmates, Niantic and Thumbtack to name a few. Zach Weinberg is a Co-Founder of Operator Partners, operators funding operators, with no outside LPs, just their own capital. Luciana Lixandru is a Partner @ Sequoia, one of the world’s most renowned and successful venture firms with Sequoia-backed companies accounting for more than 20% of NASDAQ’s total value. Jeff Lieberman is the Managing Director @ Insight Partners, one of the leading investing franchises of the last 25 years with their most recent flagship fund announced earlier this year being a staggering $20BN. Nick Shalek is a General Partner @ Ribbit Capital, specializing in fintech they are one of the most successful venture firms of the last decade with a portfolio including Robinhood, Coinbase, Revolut, Nubank and more. Frank Rotman is a founding partner of QED Investors, one of the leading fintech-focused venture firms investing today with a portfolio including the likes of Klarna, Kavak, Quinto Andar, Credit Karma and more. Geoff Lewis is the Founder and Managing Partner @ Bedrock, now with over $1BN in AUM, Bedrock invests in breakout technology companies that are incongruent with popular narratives. Justin Fishner-Wolfson is founder and the managing partner of 137 Ventures. Their portfolio includes SpaceX, Wish, Anduril, Flexport, and WorkRise (formerly Rigup) to name a few. David Sze is a General Partner @ Greylock where he has led some of the firms most notable investments including Facebook, LinkedIn and Pandora. In Today's Episode We Discuss Price Sensitivity: 1.) How do you assess your relationship to price and price sensitivity? 2.) When is the time to pay up and have less price discipline? 3.) When should we remain disciplined and not pay up for a deal and walk away because of price? 4.) Of the deals you have paid up for, did their growth rate justify the high entry price? 5.) Knowing all you know now on price, how do you advise younger investors today?
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Feb 27, 2023 • 1h 2min

20VC: How Multi-Stage Funds Changed The Game For Seed Rounds, Why Signalling Risk is BS, The Three Most Important Variables for Founders When Raising Rounds & A Debate on Portfolio Construction: Does Ownership Matter with David Tisch

David Tisch, Managing Partner of BoxGroup, dives into the transformation of seed funding, revealing how multi-stage funds have reshaped the investment landscape. He argues that traditional ideas about ownership and portfolio construction need rethinking. Tisch shares insights on diversifying investments and managing reserves, especially during economic downturns. He emphasizes the importance of personalized advice for entrepreneurs and the challenge of balancing fundraising strategies with meaningful relationships. Ultimately, he advocates for a committed approach to supporting visionary founders.
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May 4, 2021 • 37min

20VC: David Tisch on Why Ownership in Venture Does Not Matter, His Biggest Investing Misses and Hits and How His Investing Style Changed as a Result & 3 Core Reasons VCs Pass That Do Not Make Sense

David Tisch, Founder and Managing Partner of Box Group, shares his insights on venture capital and the evolution of seed funding. He challenges traditional ownership expectations in VC, arguing they reflect VCs' fears rather than founder needs. David discusses the growing trend of pre-emptive funding rounds, advising founders on how to evaluate their importance to investors. He reflects on his biggest misses and successes, emphasizing the need for adaptability and open-mindedness in investment strategies.
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Jan 21, 2021 • 1h 21min

David Tisch shares insights from 350+ early-stage investments in companies like Plaid & Roman, importance of reputation, dealing with sharp-elbowed investors & more | Angel S5 E1

David Tisch, General Partner at BoxGroup, has a remarkable track record with over 350 early-stage investments, including in companies like Plaid and Roman. He discusses the evolving landscape of angel investing and emphasizes the importance of empathy in the investor-founder dynamic. Tisch shares insights on managing multiple portfolio companies, the significance of reputation, and the benefits of reinvesting in entrepreneurs. He also touches on the rising creator economy, showcasing how technology empowers individuals to pursue entrepreneurial opportunities.