Josh Payne: Opensky Ventures

Joel Palathinkal chats with Josh Payne about his journey from entrepreneur to venture capitalist. They delve into earn-outs in acquisitions, Josh's role as an angel investor, and strategies for building an LP pipeline. The episode explores brand building for funds, deal sourcing for emerging managers, and Nashville's tech and VC scene. They discuss OpenSky's pre-seed investment strategy, comparing KPIs for pre-seed versus seed investments, and evaluate DTC brands and marketing strategies. Concluding with quarterly learnings, this episode offers valuable insights for aspiring investors.