Jesse Liebenthal: Liebenthal Ventures LLC

Joel Palathinkal chats with Jesse Liebenthal about his move to a family office role and the growth of AngelList. They cover deal sourcing, founder selection, and networking in startups. Jesse offers insights on market trends, investment predictions, and the importance of early investor relationships. The discussion touches on AI integration, ethical considerations, and emerging sectors, focusing on New York startup trends. They also explore the role of brokers, automation in capital introductions, and institutional investor preferences. The episode wraps up with the importance of face-to-face due diligence and professionalism in fund management.