In this episode, Forter CISO Gunnar Peterson is joined by Liz Zalman and Jerry Neumann, authors of "Founder vs. Investor," as they explore the dynamics between founders and investors, offering valuable insights from both perspectives. Learn how understanding these dynamics, avoiding pitfalls, and mastering storytelling can lead to success.

00:00 Introduction

01:33 The Founder vs. Investor Relationship

08:54 Lessons from Failed Companies

12:28 Crafting a Compelling Story

15:16 Navigating Growth and Scaling

19:30 Transitioning from Founder to Operator

24:10 Cybersecurity Challenges for Startups

Liz Zalman is an infrastructure and information security expert. She is a two-time founder / CEO of venture-backed companies, building the first to a successful exit and the second to a multi-hundred-million-dollar business. Elizabeth has raised more than $100 million in venture capital from the most renowned investors in the world.

Jerry Neumann has been an investor and early-stage advisor to groundbreaking technology companies for more than 25 years. He has been called one of New York’s “50 Most Important VCs” by Business Insider. Jerry also teaches innovation and entrepreneurship at Columbia University.

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Forter is the Trust Platform for digital commerce. We make accurate, instant assessments of trustworthiness across every step of the buying journey. Our ability to isolate fraud and protect consumers is why Nordstrom, Instacart, Adobe, Priceline and leaders across industries have trusted us to process more than $500 billion in transactions. Our deep understanding of identity and use of automation helps businesses prevent fraud, maximize revenue and deliver superior experiences for their consumers.