Wes Chan
Co-founder and Managing Partner at FPV Ventures, an early-stage fund. Previously held roles at Google, GV, and Felicis Ventures, and invested in notable companies like Canva and Plaid.
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May 22, 2023 • 44min
384. Building with a 100-Year Vision, Getting to Conviction in Canva, the Mission-Driven Mindset, and Lessons from the Legend, Bill Campbell (Wes Chan and Pegah Ebrahimi)
Venture capitalists Wes Chan and Pegah Ebrahimi from FPV Ventures discuss building with a 100-year vision, finding mission-driven founders, trust-building with founders, advice from Bill Campbell, and sourcing talent for portfolio founders. They also touch on the effects of the tech banking crisis, generative AI for Google, and the importance of a mission-driven mindset.
Aug 22, 2022 • 49min
20VC: Why Market Always Wins Over the Founder & Why I Do Not Do Market Sizing | Why it is not the Best Time to be Investing but it is the Best Time to Have a Fund & The Type of Deals to do Today | Why The Best Founders Have 100 Year Plans with Wes Chan, C
Wes Chan, Co-founder and Managing Partner at FPV Ventures, shares insights from his impressive journey at Google and in venture capital. He argues that market dynamics often overshadow the vision of founders, emphasizing that successful entrepreneurs should think in 100-year plans. Wes critiques traditional market sizing and scenario planning, believing they miss the real potential of a product. He also discusses raising funds in uncertain times, advocating for timeless investments and a fresh approach to venture capital that prioritizes true innovation over fleeting trends.
