Kevin Hartz, co-founder of Eventbrite and early-stage investor at A*, shares his experiences in venture capital. He discusses pivotal moments, like losing a $10BN opportunity with Airbnb due to an exploding term sheet. Hartz emphasizes the importance of assessing founders and reveals why he believes a barbell strategy of seed and Series C investing is optimal today. He also reflects on the challenges in navigating the VC landscape, touching on how dynamics have shifted and the pressing need to tackle mental health issues in the startup community.

Julia Hartz, CEO of Eventbrite, and her husband, co-founder Kevin Hartz, share their journey from bootstrapping a startup to navigating an IPO and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the importance of community support and the revival of events. The couple reflects on their entrepreneurial paths, emphasizing adaptability and strategic growth. Their insights on public transparency, cybersecurity in live events, and the emotional rollercoaster of launching as a public company enrich the conversation, blending personal anecdotes with professional wisdom.

Kevin Hartz, Mitbegründer von Sauron, Eventbrite und Xoom sowie Investor in Unternehmen wie Uber, gibt spannende Einblicke in die Zukunft von Startups bis 2025. Er diskutiert, warum Einfachheit und Fokus entscheidend für den Erfolg sind und wie generative KI neue Chancen schafft. Hartz warnt vor einer stagnierenden IPO-Landschaft und gibt Ratschläge, wie Gründer in einem wettbewerbsintensiven Umfeld lean arbeiten können. Zudem thematisiert er die möglichen wirtschaftlichen Auswirkungen von Trumps Rückkehr ins Weiße Haus auf das Venture-Ökosystem.

Join Kevin Hartz, co-founder of A* and former CEO of Eventbrite, alongside partner Troy Steckenrider, a former COO at ZeroDown. They dive into the world of SPACs, explaining how these Special Acquisition Companies can revolutionize the venture landscape. Kevin discusses the dramatic rise in SPAC popularity and its implications for startups, while Troy highlights the strategic advantages they offer. They candidly address the challenges within the SPAC industry and share insights on how to foster successful partnerships, making SPACs a compelling alternative to IPOs.

Kevin Hartz, founder of Eventbrite and early PayPal investor, joins Troy Steckenrider, co-founder of A* and AONE, for an insightful deep dive into SPACs. They explain how SPACs provide an alternative to traditional IPOs with streamlined processes and greater accessibility for innovative startups. The duo highlights the evolving landscape of SPACs, including their implications for venture capital and investor relationships. They also explore due diligence, the PIPE process, and the strategic role of SPACs in democratizing access to the public markets.