S3: Conversation with Jennifer Fonstad, Managing Partner, Owl Capital

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Educational Alpha

CAIA Association

99 episodes

2 days ago

Listen in on conversations with host Bill Kelly and an eclectic group of guests within the world of finance. Hear about their professional or personal journeys, career and life advice, and perspectives on the industry. There’s always more to the story …

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S3: Conversation with Jennifer Fonstad, Managing Partner, Owl Capital

Educational Alpha

35 minutes 40 seconds

2 months ago

S3: Conversation with Jennifer Fonstad, Managing Partner, Owl Capital

In this episode, Bill speaks with Jennifer Fonstad, seasoned venture investor and co-founder of Owl Capital. With nearly 30 years in venture capital, Jennifer shares her journey from Bain and Harvard Business School to investing in companies like SpaceX, Tesla, and Chime. They examine the evolving landscape of early-stage VC, the value of diverse teams, and the unique community-driven model at Owl Capital. Jennifer also discusses the firm's long-term, evergreen funding approach backed by family offices, and offers insights into evaluating startups, emerging AI applications, and the real metrics of investment potential.