Josh Porter, Co-Founder & General Partner at FirstLook Partners, sits down with David Weisburd to discuss FirstLook’s process for evaluating and selecting emerging managers. They also cover typical terms for co-invest, managing conflicts of interest, and the importance of strong personal relationships in venture capital.

(0:00) Episode preview

(0:11) FirstLook’s strategy

(1:12) Co-investment dynamics

(3:06) Typical co-invest terms

(4:33) Managing conflicts of interest

(6:24) Impact of personal background on investment decisions

(9:10) Fostering relationships and trust in venture capital

(11:28) Importance of trust and honesty in VC

(12:27) Key criteria for selecting managers

(15:33) 10X Capital Podcast Newsletter

(15:54) Investment diligence and adding value

(20:18) Insight into hiring for venture roles

(21:34) Lessons learned and time management

(23:26) Closing remarks