

Troy Steckenrider
Co-founder of A* and AONE SPAC with Kevin Hartz. Previously COO at Zero Down and director of capital markets at Opendoor.
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Aug 31, 2020 • 38min
20VC: SPACs. What Are They? Why Now? How Do They Change The Venture Landscape? Are They Better Than IPOs & Direct Listings? How Should Founders Think About Them? Kevin Hartz & Troy Steckenrider @ A*
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.

Aug 25, 2020 • 1h 5min
Primer on SPACs with Kevin Hartz and Troy Steckenrider of A* and AONE
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.