199 episodes

We talk to Southern California VCs to get to know them, their funds, and their advice for entrepreneurs.

Hosted by Minnie Ingersoll from TenOneTen, an LA-based seed fund investing in b2b software.

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    • 4.9 • 184 Ratings

We talk to Southern California VCs to get to know them, their funds, and their advice for entrepreneurs.

Hosted by Minnie Ingersoll from TenOneTen, an LA-based seed fund investing in b2b software.

    Josh Resnick - OpenSky Ventures

    Josh Resnick - OpenSky Ventures

    Josh Resnick is the co-founder of candy brand Sugarfina, where he sold very expensive gummy bears that made people happy. Before Sugarfina, he sold his video game developer Pandemic Studios for $860M. 
    He is now a General Partner at OpenSky Ventures where he invests in the future of commerce and helps founders avoid pitfalls of growing too fast--adding SKUs too quickly, not having a handle on business data, overspending on legal and other lessons he's learned from his founder and angel investing journey.
     

    • 33 min
    Kunal Tandon -- El Cap

    Kunal Tandon -- El Cap

    Kunal Tandon was running a family business importing paper and metal before cold calling his way into venture capital. Previously at Collaborative Fund, Kunal is now investing out of El Cap Fund II with his partner and former NFL player Stewart Bradley.

    • 37 min
    Scott Nolan - Founders Fund

    Scott Nolan - Founders Fund

    Scott Nolan tells us what he thinks about the Elon-haters and how Founders Fund is unique in their investing approach. Scott, a partner at Founders Fund, has been there 12 years and was one of the first hires at SpaceX.

    • 31 min
    Ivan Nikkhoo -- Navigate Ventures

    Ivan Nikkhoo -- Navigate Ventures

    From fleeing revolution at 14 to shaping the future of B2B SaaS investments, Ivan's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Uncover secrets to startup success and the art of building a vibrant venture community.

    • 27 min
    Josh Porter -- FirstLook Partners

    Josh Porter -- FirstLook Partners

    FirstLook Partners is a hybrid fund of funds actively investing in funds under $50M. Josh Porter, co-founder of FirstLook, explains why he thinks smaller funds make the best investment opportunities. 
    Josh has seen hundreds of decks and digs in on how to evaluate funds and his unique approach to co-investments.

    • 30 min
    Will Weisman -- KittyHawk Ventures

    Will Weisman -- KittyHawk Ventures

    Can you live to be 150!? Our podcast guest Will Weisman thinks so! Explore the realm where future tech intertwines with the quest for immortality.
    From his start as a couch-surfing entrepreneur to Executive Director of Singularity University to founder of KittyHawk Ventures. Predicting a world where immortality is possible, this episode dives into the cutting edge of longevity, the power of psychedelics, and reimagining our lifetimes. Tune in for an inspiring journey into tomorrow!

    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
184 Ratings

184 Ratings

ASobering ,

A Must-Listen for Entrepreneurs!

Have a question about anything “VC?”

Minnie has got you covered. 😎

Whether you’re well established in the world of venture capital, or just getting started, this is a must-listen podcast for you! Minnie does an incredible job leading engaging conversations with industry leaders who’ve actually experienced success themselves and every. single. episode. is jam-packed with helpful takeaways. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!

JakesPods ,

So much promise

Yet the show needs quite bit of help and better producer

pkilco65 ,

Good vibes

Came for the VC advice (I’m the CEO of an early stage start up), stayed for Minnies melodic voice that slowly lulls me to sleep.

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