In this episode of The Bold Play Podcast, Ryan Prindiville sits down with Ivan Makarov, Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, to explore how AI is transforming the pace of innovation,the structure of modern startups, and the role of today’s finance leaders. Ivan shares firsthand insights from working with the world’s most cutting-edge founders, from building lean, compute-first companies to why today’s CFO is becoming the “Chief Architect Officer.”

He breaks down what it takes to lead in an era where competition moves weekly, decisions must be made quickly, and the foundations of finance and operations are being rebuilt through AI. Whether you're scaling a startup, advising high-growth teams, or navigating accelerating change, this conversation is a masterclass in modern leadership.