Michael Palank - What are the parallels between Venture Capital and Hollywood?
Episode description
Michael Palank is a General Partner at MaC Venture Capital and has been since it was established in January 2019. He has played a vital role in identifying and investing in seed-stage consumer and enterprise startups across various sectors. Prior to joining MaC, Michael held the esteemed position of General Partner at M Ventures, a prominent early-stage venture fund with locations in Los Angeles and the Bay Area.
Through his wealth of experience and unwavering passion for innovation, Michael Palank continues to make a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape, consistently driving growth and success for the ventures he supports.
🕒 Time stamps -
00:00 - An introduction to Michael Palank
01:30 - What makes the LA VC scene unique and special?
07:04 - Where's better - LA or Miami?
08:13 - What are the parallels between Venture Capital and Hollywood?
14:27 - Will more artists and TV stars get into funding start-ups?
18:44 - Why venture capital is all about relationships
25:31 - What milestones and challenges will every founder face on their journey?
27:09 - How to get very comfortable with the "what ifs"
27:20 - What is MaC Venture Capital?
34:21 - What's the best piece of advice for anyone wanting to enter the LA VC eco-system?
38:00 - Where's the best place to find Michael online?
🔗 Michael Palank's links -
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpalank/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mpalank101/?hl=en
Twitter - https://twitter.com/mpalank101
