LA has its own flavor when it comes to venture capital, and Andrew Chan breaks down exactly why it works. Instead of trying to copy SF or New York, LA mixes deep tech, robotics, space startups, and pure creative chaos into one ecosystem that actually makes sense once you see how it all connects. We got into the quirks of raising money there, why energy investing hits different in LA, and how the city’s culture shapes the kinds of companies that thrive. If you’ve ever wondered how beaches, studios, and space hardware all end up in the same conversation, this is the one.

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00:00 - Intro
01:19 - Geography
05:17 - Venture Capitalist Insights
07:06 - Office Space Dynamics
12:18 - Understanding Venture Capital Rounds
14:55 - Definition of Money
17:30 - Investment Risk Factors
24:07 - VC vs Angel Investor Comparison
26:10 - Becoming an Investor
29:30 - LinkedIn Networking Etiquette
29:50 - Fiduciary Responsibilities
31:40 - The AI Bubble Explained
39:50 - Energy Sector Overview
45:53 - Investing in Energy Opportunities
51:09 - Current Projects Discussion
55:40 - Closing Thoughts and Reflections
55:58 - Why Choose LA for Business
01:01:19 - Texas Business Landscape
01:05:37 - Best Restaurant in America
01:07:32 - Taste of Texas Overview
01:07:48 - Taste of Texas Experience

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