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Smart Venture Podcast

122 Episodes

51 minutes | Jan 23, 2023
#124 NextVeiw Ventures Co-founder & Partner investor of thredUP, Attentive, TripleLift David Beisel
David Beisel is a Co-founder and Partner at NextView Ventures, where he invests in technology-driven companies that are redesigning the Everday Economy. Some of his past portfolios include Attentive, TripleLift, Code Climate, Parsec (acquired by Unity for $320M), BookBub, thredUP (IPO'ed), MealPal, The Nudge, Hatch, and TapCommerce (acquired by Twitter for $100M) among others. Prior to NextView, he served as a Vice President at Venrock (an early-stage VC firm initially established as the venture capital arm of the Rockefeller family). You can learn more about: 1. What to look for when investing in early-stage startups 2. Raising funding as a startup and as a venture fund 3. How to attract top startups and build a high-quality network  ===================== YouTube: @GraceGongCEO Newsletter: @SmartVenture LinkedIn: @GraceGong TikTok: @GraceGongCEO IG: @GraceGongCEO Twitter: @GraceGongGG Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. =====================
46 minutes | Jan 13, 2023
#123 General Catalyst's Managing Director, Investor of Discord, Snap, Audius, Niko Bonatsos
Niko Bonatsos is a Managing Director at General Catalyst where he invests in early-stage companies. Niko focuses his investment strategy on finding first-time technology founders with strong product instincts, a robust appetite for learning, and a desire to create innovations with the potential to benefit millions. Some of his portfolio companies include Discord, Snap (NYSE: SNAP), Wag! (NASDAQ: PET), Audius, ClassDojo, Dubsmash (Acquired by Reddit), Remote, and more.   You can learn more about:  1. What to look for when investing in Gen Z founders  2. VC career journey from joining a fund to becoming the Managing Director  3. How to invest in unicorns like Discord and Snap  ===================== YouTube: @GraceGongCEO Newsletter: @SmartVenture LinkedIn: @GraceGong TikTok: @GraceGongCEO IG: @GraceGongCEO Twitter: @GraceGongGG Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://momentonft.com  
77 minutes | Dec 9, 2022
#122 MasterClass's Investor Board Member Managing Director at Javelin Venture Partners Alex Gurevich
Alex Gurevich is a Managing Director at Javelin Venture Partners, an early-stage VC fund with portfolio companies like MasterClass, Thumbtack, Carbon Health, Niantic Labs, and many more. Alex serves on multiple boards of startups such as MasterClass, Thumbtack, Pair Eyewear, Mythical Games, and HitRecord (founded by actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt) amongst others. Prior to joining Javelin, Alex worked at DFJ and was the first employee at ooma (NYSE: OOMA). You can learn more about: 1. How to identify and invest in successful startups like MasterClass and Thumbtack2. How to build and curate great deal flow as a VC 3. How to raise funding as a startup    Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://momentonft.com  
49 minutes | Nov 9, 2022
#121 Substack(valued $600M+)’s Co-founder, Hamish McKenzie
Hamish McKenzie is a Co-founder of Substack, a platform that makes it simple to start a paid newsletter. Substack is currently valued at $650 million, and has raised over $80 million dollars from a16z, YC among other top funds. Prior to founding Substack, Hamish is a journalist and former lead writer for Tesla, and a one-time reporter for tech blog PandoDaily. He is also the author of Insane Mode: How Elon Musk's Tesla Sparked an Electric Revolution to End the Age of Oil.  You can learn more about:  How to build a successful media tech company  How to start a highly earned newsletter on Substack  How to succeed as a non technical co-founder  Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://momentonft.com
51 minutes | Nov 7, 2022
#120 M13's General Partner and Investor, Latif Peracha and Mark Grace
Latif Peracha is a General Partner at M13, a venture capital firm with over $900 AUM focused on early-stage consumer technology companies. Latif leads the Web3 strategy for the firm which has invested in Lightning Labs, Stepn, and Nori among many other companies and networks. The broader M13 portfolio includes Lyft, Daily Harvest and Ring. Latif previously worked as the Managing Director of Virgin Group in the Americas and his portfolio included Slack, Ring, Virgin Galactic and Virgin Orbit. Mark Grace is an investor at M13. An early member of the firm, Mark has invested across the early stage consumer technology landscape, and he now focuses primarily on helping co-manage the firm's Web3 investment strategy. You can learn more about: 1. The overall landscape of Web3 investing 2. Trends and sectors to look at in Web3 3. Exciting companies and business models to watch Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com  
59 minutes | Oct 25, 2022
#119 Austin Evans, 5.34M+ subscribers and 1.26B+ views on Youtube (Creator Special)
Austin Evans is a successful American YouTuber and social media influencer who creates videos of technology, from console reviews to comparisons between old and new tech and everything in between. Since starting his channel in 2009, Austin's main channel has gained 1,265,270,681 video views and has involved the collaboration of big names in the industry, such as Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) and Bitwit. Until today, he has reviewed hundreds of gadgets, including several iPhone editions, Playstation consoles, and VR devices. You can learn more about: How to build and grow a successful YouTube channel How to create high quality content frequently How build team and system around your channel Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
50 minutes | Oct 20, 2022
#118 Kong Pham, 2.4M + on Youtube, Jumpcut (YC backed) & Blu Yam’s CEO & founder (Creator Special)
Kong Pham is a YouTuber and video creator with more than 2.4 million subscribers and more than 125 million video views. In his channel, he creates innovative, clever, and fun videos such as social experiments, entrepreneurship advice, and pranks. He is the founder of Jumpcut, a startup that creates online courses for entrepreneurs, encouraging them to develop their business skills while learning the latest trends and technology. On top of this, he is the founder of Blu Yam, a creative agency dedicated to creating entertaining and informative viral ads for startups, which generated well over $50 million in sales. You can learn more about: How to create viral content for your brand How to build a strong personal brand through content creation How to improve your soft skills Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
59 minutes | Oct 10, 2022
#117 Polo Ralph Lauren's ex-VP, Melissa Cohen
Melissa Cohen is a former Vice President at Polo Ralph Lauren, where she was in charge of production for their iconic Childresnwear line. She later moved to managing production for Chaps Mens and RTW. Prior to that she led production teams at Nautica, Tommy Hilfiger, and Ann Taylor, among other iconic fashion retail brands. She is also the founder and owner of MBC Consulting Solutions where she works with emerging and growth stage fashion brands. You can learn more about:  1. How to build an iconic brand in fashion  2. Career development in fashion  3. How to manage to create physical products and lead a great team    Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
57 minutes | Sep 25, 2022
#116 SignalFire Partner, ex-Google, McKinsey, KPCB, Wayne Hu
Wayne Hu is a Partner at SignalFire, a multi-billion dollar fund that operates as a technology company comprised of data scientists, engineers, and investors trained at Google, Meta, Slack, General Catalyst, KPCB, and A16z (Andreessen Horowitz). Their portfolio includes Uber, Alchemy, Frame.io, and more. Before working at SignalFire, Wayne worked at Google, McKinsey, and KPCB. Wayne is also a YouTube content creator who creates VC master classes and discusses trending topics among technology, venture capital, and more. You can learn more about: 1. How to build a personal brand as a VC   2. How to identify exceptional founders  3. How to help companies scale after investing in them Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
43 minutes | Sep 14, 2022
#115 Sino Global Capital's Founder and CEO Matthew Graham
Matthew Graham is the founder and CEO of Sino Global Capital, a $200 Million fund with backing from FTX. His prior investments include FTX, FTX.US, Solana, and Polygon, to name a few. Before founding Sino Global Capital, Matthew served as a Managing Director for international business at technology-focused investment bank China Bridge Capital. You can learn more about: 1. How to start a crypto fund 2. How to pick and get access to the top crypto companies 3. Investment trends in crypto companies  Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
57 minutes | Sep 9, 2022
#114 Index Ventures's Partner Rex Woodbury
Rex Woodbury is a Partner at Index Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage and growth investments in consumer technology businesses. He mainly focuses on online communication, Gen Z, commerce, marketplaces, and the future of work. Before Index, Rex was an investor at TPG Growth and The Rise Fund, TPG’s global growth equity and social impact funds, where he oversaw the launch of TPG’s impact measurement tool at the World Economic Forum. Rex is also the author of Digital Native, a popular newsletter that covers topics among consumer internet, Gen Z, creators, commerce, gaming, the metaverse, and marketplaces.  You can learn more about  How to create engaging content as a VC  Startup and investing trends in Web3 and creators  Career development in venture  Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
33 minutes | Aug 17, 2022
#113 Vayner3's President Avery Akkineni
Avery Akkineni is the President of Vayner3, a leading consultancy with a mission to guide the world's largest enterprises and intellectual property owners in navigating the next iteration of consumer behavior, Web3. In July 2021, Avery launched the VaynerX consultancy, Vayner3 (previously known as VaynerNFT), alongside serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk. In less than twelve months, she successfully led the expansion of the consultancy to 50+ global Web3 experts in a remote-first environment. Partnering with dozens of Fortune 500 corporations across industries, Vayner3 has successfully advised organizations on strategic Web3 initiatives across cryptocurrency applications, NFT program development, and immersive digital experiences. A leader, mentor, and investor in pioneering Web3 projects and communities, Avery is also an active advisor for several tech platforms; serving on the Board of Advisors of OneOf and Tracer, on the Web3 Advisory Board for Salesforce, Meta Creative X, and Facebook's Metaverse Council, in addition to being a founding BFF member. You can learn more about: 1. Career development in marketing 2. Brand building in Web3 3. Build a team in Web3   Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure
42 minutes | Aug 17, 2022
#112 Convivialite Ventures Partner, Brandon Yahn, Pernod Ricard portfolio: Absolut, Jameson, Glenlivet
Brandon Yahn is the Partner and Co-founder of Convivialite Ventures, a VC firm backed by Pernod Ricard. Pernod Ricard is the #1 premium spirits organization and the second largest wine and spirits company in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. Brands under their portfolio include Absolut Vodka, Jameson, Malibu, Ricard, and Chivas Regal, among others. Convivialite Ventures invests in technology companies that are changing the way people socialize, entertain, and share experiences together. Some of their portfolios include Zola, Wave, AvantStay, Fever, Liquid Death, ChowNow, and Sanzo, among others. You can learn more about: 1. How to start a consumer tech fund 2. How to invest in the best consumer tech companies 3. Career development in venture capital Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure    
59 minutes | Aug 12, 2022
#111 Alo Yoga's VP, ex - Stitch Fix, Sephora, LVMH, Dolby Laboratories, Angelic Vendette
Angelic Vendette is the VP, and Global Head of Marketing at Alo Yoga, a luxury performance clothing and lifestyle brand among supermodels, influencers, TikTok icons, etc. Under her leadership, the company launched collaborations with Saint Laurent, partnerships with fashion icons like Irina Shayk, celebrities like Diplo, TV stars from The Bachelor, accepting crypto payment and employee salary in crypto, and Alo's metaverse experiences. Before that, Angelic was the Global Head of Social & Influencer Marketing at Stitch Fix and head of Consumer Marketing at Dolby Laboratories, where she collaborated with supermodel influencers like Bella Hadid and brands like Michael Kors. She was named as one of the 2022 most entrepreneurial CMO by Forbes and Business insider's CMO to watch. You can learn more about: 1. How can brands create an authentic experience in Web3?  2. How to build partnerships with influencers? 3. Career development in marketing Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure
57 minutes | Aug 2, 2022
#110 Pepsi's CMO, Todd Kaplan
Todd Kaplan is the CMO of Pepsi, the leader of PepsiCo's US Cola business and flagship brand. Under Todd's leadership, Pepsi created and Launched LIFEWTR (premium water) and BUBLY (sparkling water) - two of the most significant new product innovations in PepsiCo history. Todd and the Pepsi team also produced the The Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show, which was nominated for 5 Emmys and was recognized with its first ever Cannes Lion in the Music category at the Cannes Lion International Festival of Creativity. Under his management, the #BetterWithPepsi Campaign was awarded with 4 Lions, including 2 Golds. Pepsi collaborated with top performers like Dr.Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar. Pepsi also Launched its NFT collection, The Mic Drop. Todd was ranked as one of the "Top 25 Most Innovative CMOs in the world." by Business Insider. You can learn more about: 1. Strategies and thinking framework to build one of the world's most iconic brands 2. How to have a successful career in marketing 3. How to create culturally relevant products to generate organic brand awareness     Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
68 minutes | Jul 26, 2022
#109 BITKRAFT Ventures Partner, Goldman Sachs's ex-VP, Moritz Baier-Lentz
Moritz Baier-Lentz is a Partner at BITKRAFT, the world's most active VC firm and lead investor in the gaming industry with over $800 million in assets under management and more than 100 portfolio companies. Some of their portfolios include Epic Games (the creators of Fortnite and Rocket League), Horizon Blockchain Games (co-investors including co-founder of Reddit, Coinbase, Polychain Capital, and Consensys, among others), and Theorycraft Games (a game studio by former C-Level executives of League of Legends, Halo, and Destiny). He also serves as a board director for TRIPP, Lightforge Games, and Inworld AI, among others. Prior to BITKRAFT, Moritz was s VP at Goldman Sachs, where he founded and led the firm's global gaming practice. He also worked as a data scientist and engagement manager at IBM. He is a founding member of the "Defining and Building the Metaverse" Initiative at the World Economic Forum. He was also featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 and Business Insider’s Rising Stars Age 35 and Under.    You can learn more about:  1. Career transition from a professional gamer to being a partner at a leading gaming fund  2. How to build a successful gaming fund  3. Fundamentals and trends in game investing 4. Outlook on the Metaverse and Web3   Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
58 minutes | Jul 25, 2022
#108 Cooper Turley, Music NFT Collector, investor in Sound, Catalog, Royal, advisor at Audius
Cooper Turley is a leading collector of Music NFTs. He's an angel investor in Sound, Catalog and Royal and an advisor at Audius, a decentralized streaming protocol. He's a co-founder of Friends with Benefit (FWB), an exclusive, token-gated community. He was a former venture partner at Variant and included in Fortune Magazine's "NFTy 50" - a list of the "most influential builders, creatives and influencers on the scene."   You can learn more about: 1. Collecting Music NFTs 2. Running a DAO 3. How to build an NFT community 4. Web3 career advice   Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
54 minutes | Jul 20, 2022
#107 CoinFund founder & CEO, investor of CoinList, Dapper, Republic, Polkadot, Jake Brukhman
Jake Brukhman is the founder and CEO of CoinFund, a cryptoasset-focused investment firm. Their portfolio includes CoinList, Dapper, Republic, Polkadot, NEAR protocol among others. Prior to CoinFund Jake served as a Partner at Triton.ai, an intelligence platform that helps institutional investors, private equity, strategy, corp dev, and innovation professionals size, analyze and value companies for competitive analysis, investment, partnerships, or acquisition.    You can learn more about:  1. What to look for when investing in top crypto startups  2. Sectors to focus on when it comes to crypto startup investing  3. How to build a successful crypto investing team  Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
68 minutes | Jul 12, 2022
#106 Rally, Forte, Kabam's founding CEO, SuperLayer (Venture Studio) Managing Partner Kevin Chou
Kevin Chou is Managing Partner of SuperLayer, the leading web3 venture studio. He is also a co-founder of Rally, a crypto platform funded by a16z crypto, Coinbase Ventures, and others that allows creators and artists to launch their own digital currency and to build sustainable, independent economies with their fan communities. Kevin currently serves as the Chairman of Forte, a new blockchain whose mission is to build a more collaborative future in gaming by realigning the economic relationship between players and developers. He is also Chairman of Gen.G, a new esports enterprise bridging Asia and North America. Previously, Kevin was CEO and co-founder of Kabam, a top developer of mobile games. Kevin led the company from business plan founding to over $400M in annual revenue serving over 500 million players. Kabam developed leading partnerships with Marvel, Star Wars, Fast & Furious, Lord of the Rings, and Hunger Games. Kabam was profitable from 2012 until the sale of the company's studios to Netmarble, 21st Century Fox, and GAEA, which in total generated nearly $1 billion in value. He's been honored by Fortune in 40 under 40, CNN in Smartest People in Tech, and Business Insider's Silicon Valley Top 100. Kevin Chou graduated magna cum laude from the UC Berkeley undergraduate Haas School of Business program. He serves on the Board of Trustees at UC Berkeley.   You can learn more about:  1. How to found and build a billion dollar company?    2. How to raise funding and become the top companies that VCs chase after? 3. Secrets to build a successful game    Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://link.blockfolio.com/9dzp/stwlap68 Use code: smartventure https://momentonft.com
42 minutes | Jul 5, 2022
#105 Magic Eden's (Valued at $1.6B) Co-founders, CEO and COO, Jack Lu and Zhuoxun Yin
Jack Lu and Zhuoxun Yin are the Co-Founders of Magic Eden, a leading NFT platform on Solana. Magic Eden recently raised $130 Million in series B funding at a $1.6 Billion valuation, co-led by Electric Capital and Greylock and with new investor Lightspeed Venture Partners, also alongside previous investors Paradigm and Sequoia Capital. Prior to founding Magic Eden, Jack worked on partnerships & corp dev at FTX, product at Google, and consulting at BCG. Zhuoxun worked on the product team at Coinbase, strategy at dYdX, and consulting at Bain & Company.  Check out our brand new YouTube Video Podcast!  https://www.SmartVenturePod.com IG/Twitter/FB @GraceGongGG LinkedIn:@GraceGong YouTube: https://bit.ly/gracegongyoutube Join the SVP fam with your host Grace Gong. In each episode, we are going to have conversations with some of the top investors, super star founders, as well as well known tech executives in the silicon valley. We will have a coffee chat with them to learn their ways of thinking and actionable tips on how to build or invest in a successful company. ===================== Brought to you by: https://momentonft.com  
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