In this episode of the Convergence Podcast, Ashok Sivanand sits down with Jarrett Quan-Hin, Co-Founder and Product Lead at Mantle. Jarrett shares his fascinating journey from the video game industry to leading a startup focused on revolutionizing cap table management for venture-backed businesses. He discusses the unique challenges startups face with cap tables and how Mantle brings order and insight to this complex process, making it easier for founders and investors to plan and execute their equity strategies.

Jarrett describes Mantle’s approach to leveraging technology, including the use of generative AI to streamline and automate data extraction and normalization. He also shares valuable lessons on product management, feature prioritization, and the importance of adapting quickly in a fast-paced startup environment. Tune in to learn how Mantle is making waves in the venture capital industry and get inspired by Jarrett’s innovative mindset and practical advice for building successful products.

Inside the episode…

• Jarrett Quan-Hin’s career journey from video games to venture capital

• The challenges of managing cap tables for startups

• How Mantle simplifies equity management and planning

• Leveraging generative AI for data extraction and normalization

• Prioritizing features and managing a diverse customer base

• Building and scaling a startup from 0 to 1

• The role of generative AI in product development

• Tips for non-technical product managers to collaborate effectively with engineering teams

Mentioned in the episode:

1. Field Notes Notebook - https://www.amazon.com/Field-Notes-Notebooks-Dot-graph-Paperback/dp/B071Y41YY3

2. Arc Browser - https://arc.net/

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