Seth Levine, co-founder and Partner at Foundry, is a key figure in Colorado's venture landscape, shaping its startup ecosystem. He discusses his journey from telecom in the 1990s to the rise of collaborative ventures post-dot-com bust. Seth highlights upcoming opportunities in defense tech, quantum research, and advanced energy, emphasizing Colorado's unique role in these areas. He also addresses the balance between local and outside capital, dives into AI's impact on GovTech and healthcare, and shares insights on the state’s ambitions as an innovation hub.