Palo Alto, California-based Pankaj Shah, lives and works in the heart of Silicon Valley. He has founded several companies and has invested directly in even more. A new social network focusing on emotion rather than accomplishment; an innovative insurance company; even a new gin business! Our guest today builds bridges between the hyper-fast world of NBA players, music superstars, and some of the biggest names in venture capital, managing to always remain humble and helpful in spite of his success.

Pankaj Shah: Silicon Valley Super Angel and Start-Up Entrepreneur

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Pankaj Shah: Silicon Valley Super Angel and Start-Up Entrepreneur

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