Chuck Yates Needs A Job

Blair Garrou from Mercury on Chuck Yates Needs a Job


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AI is flipping the script on venture capital, and Blair Garrou has a front-row seat to the transformation. Chuck Yates sits down with the Mercury VC partner to talk about how AI is slashing startup costs, reshaping investment strategies, and fueling a new era of lean, high-impact teams. From generative AI and robotics to fintech and space tech, this conversation dives into the trends reshaping the future of work, investing, and innovation. Plus, Blair shares his wild ride from scrappy angel investing to building a powerhouse VC firm, and what he sees coming next.

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00:00 - Intro
01:40 - Blair's Venture Capital Journey
07:05 - DFJ Mercury Investment Strategy
09:44 - Starting a Venture Fund Essentials
15:25 - Challenges in Fundraising
18:19 - Relative Investment Strategies
20:50 - Fundraising in Tough Markets
24:10 - Keys to a Successful Fundraising Pitch
26:40 - Importance of Roadshows
30:02 - Overview of Mercury Fund Today
32:10 - Investment Opportunities in Space
34:57 - Innovations in Generative AI
41:30 - Digital Wildcatters Insights
44:59 - Episode Conclusion
48:28 - Future Trends in Venture Capital
52:20 - Generative AI Deals Overview
52:44 - Key Vertical Insights for Investors
55:13 - Episode Wrap-Up

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