What makes a top VC firm like FirstMark thrive in the ever-evolving tech landscape?
I recently had the pleasure of hosting Rick Heitzmann on our latest episode. Rick is a trailblazer in the VC world, with an impressive portfolio that includes household names like Pinterest, Riot Games, DraftKings, Airbnb, StubHub, and Discord.
In this episode, Rick shares his incredible journey from Wall Street to launching FirstMark in NYC almost 20 years ago. We dive deep into his unique investment strategies, the rise of New York as a tech hub, and his thoughts on the future of consumer tech and AI. We also explore the evolution of consumer investing and why FirstMark still believes in it, the impact of AI on SaaS development and deployment, the potential of GLP-1s versus AI in creating economic value and improving quality of life, and the importance of founder grit and resilience in building successful companies.
This conversation is packed with insights and wisdom from one of the top VCs in the world. Don’t miss out on Episode 440 of The Full Ratchet.
Guiding Founders To The Top | Senior Associate at Serac Ventures
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