How I Invest with David Weisburd

Claude Grunitzky sits down with David Weisburd to discuss Claude's journey as a venture-backed founder, securing an investment from Goldman Sachs, the importance of mentorship in venture capital, and Claude’s approach to spotting potential. They also delve into the creation of The Equity Alliance, the firm’s investment process, and their involvement with Serena Ventures. (0:00) Episode Preview (0:44) Journey to starting Trace TV (2:16) Sponsor: Deel (5:26) Securing an investment from Goldman Sachs (7:52) Founding of The Equity Alliance (11:39) 10X Capital Podcast Newsletter (12:03) Mentorship in venture capital (14:23) Claude's approach to spotting potential (21:14) Importance of relationships and strategy (22:21) Investing in Serena Ventures and the investment process at Equity Alliance (27:05) Claude's personal mission (27:49) Please visit & subscribe to the 10X Capital Podcast YouTube channel

Eric Poirier, CEO of Addepar, discusses managing $6 trillion in assets, leveraging data insights for investment optimization, predicting future trends, transitioning from Palantir, and emphasizing team culture for portfolio management success.

Filmmaker Robert Rodriguez discusses creative filmmaking on a budget, pioneering technology in filmmaking, and efficiency in content creation. He emphasizes the importance of creativity in problem-solving and innovation while sharing insights on his innovative film financing model.

Eric Sippel shares insights on criteria for identifying top quartile managers in venture capital funds, GP follow-on strategies, and how LP value-add can increase alpha. They discuss navigating venture capital relationships, investing philosophy, and community impact in venture capital, as well as LP-GP relationships in the industry.

Frank Tanner sits down with David Weisburd to discuss Anthony 'Pomp' Pompliano's role at Morgan Creek as well as the company's origin, growth, and guiding principles. They dive into understanding power laws in venture capital, early-stage investing, and Morgan Creek's manager selection process. (0:00) Episode Preview (0:49) Anthony 'Pomp' Pompliano's Connection to Morgan Creek (2:13) Origin and Growth of Morgan Creek (5:04) Sponsor: Deel (6:50) Background on Mark Yusko & Morgan Creek's Guiding Principles (9:00) Understanding Power Laws in Venture Capital (13:27) Portfolio Construction and Early-Stage Investing (16:28) 10X Capital Podcast Newsletter (17:00) Morgan Creek's Manager Selection Process (20:24) Providing Value and Accessing Top Funds (22:33) Please Visit & Subscribe to the 10X Capital Podcast YouTube Channel

Harisha Haigh, an investment professional at Northwestern University, manages a substantial endowment focused on venture capital and crypto. In the conversation, she shares the art of relationship-building in VC, common pitfalls among top investors, and essential traits of successful venture managers. Haigh discusses Northwestern's investment strategies, highlighting the university's long-term approach to cryptocurrency and the significance of understanding market cycles. She also explores the complexities of manager selection and the dynamics shaping investment decisions.

The podcast delves into StepStone's unique approach to venture capital, their transition to leading deals, and their full life cycle investing. They discuss accessing companies in the secondary market, identifying potential in emerging managers, and StepStone's value-add to funds and companies. The conversation also explores the qualities and mindset essential for success in business, emphasizing dedication, relationship-building, and adding value to portfolio companies.

Ron Diamond sits down with David Weisburd to discuss how $1B+ family offices generate alpha in venture capital, the #1 way family offices can avoid adverse selection, how family offices may disrupt private equity, and venture capital vs. private equity. (0:00) Introduction and Discussion on Private Equity and Venture Capital with Ron Diamond (2:21) Overview of Ron Diamond's Venture Fund Investment Process (4:28) How Family Offices are Disrupting Private Equity (7:32) Advantages and Structures of Family Offices in Venture Space (10:01) Concept of a Minimum Viable Family Office (12:59) Sponsor: Deal (14:12) Motivation Behind Conference Speakers and Concept of Giving Back (18:11) Insights into Ron Diamond's Business and Personal Life (20:33) Ron Diamond's Five Most Important Things in Life (21:07) Invitation to Subscribe to the 10X Capital Podcast Newsletter

Mark Gerson discusses founding GLG and growing it into a $600 million revenue powerhouse, the importance of an ROI driven approach to non-profit work, $50 million donations to African missionaries for healthcare services, and the impact of United Hatzalah, a volunteer-based first responder group in Israel.

Delve into Top Tier Capital's success and partnership value. Explore risks and rewards of backing GP 'spinouts'. Reflect on David York's 30 years in VC. Discover strategies for European venture capital growth and navigating LP relationships. Explore top tier VC opportunities and chaos in performance prediction.