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How I Invest with David WeisburdE312: The Power Law of Reputation in Venture CapitalCan ethics, generosity, and long-term relationships really outperform aggression in venture capital?
David Weisburd speaks with David Hornik about why “nice guys finish first… eventually,” how power-law outcomes shape a venture career, and why reputation compounds more reliably than tactics. Hornik explains why backing unflinchingly ethical founders isn’t just moral—it’s a durable competitive advantage in an industry defined by uncertainty.
Highlights:
Why Hornik only backs founders who are “unflinchingly ethical”
Ethics vs. culture: where pushing hard crosses the line
Why venture capital is a business of disappointment—and patience
How one out of ten investments defines an entire...
2026-02-2539 min
Give FirstThe Long Game of Venture and Generosity with David HornikIn this episode of the Give First podcast, Brad Feld talks with David Hornik, founding partner at Lobby Capital.David shares how a relationship driven approach has shaped his career in venture capital, from investing to community building. He reflects on why generosity compounds over time, how trust creates durable networks, and why long term thinking matters in both business and life.The conversation also touches on the origins of the Lobby conference, David’s connection to Adam Grant’s Give and Take, and how the Give First mindset shows up in his work...
2026-01-0628 min
Inside The Silicon MindWhy Founders Fail and The Investors Who See it Coming | David Hornik | Ep 17In this episode of Inside the Silicon Mind, David Hornik, Founder of Lobby Capital and long-time venture capitalist, pulls back the curtain on what truly drives great investing - relationships, empathy, and trust.
From the creation of The Lobby gathering to building Lobby Capital, David shares how the most successful investors don’t just fund companies - they build enduring partnerships. He discusses how the AI boom is reshaping venture capital, why sustainable competitive advantage matters more than hype, and what red flags he watches for in early-stage founders.
This conversation goes beyond term sheets...
2025-12-0952 min
Human Side UpDyslexia Made Me a Better Investor | David HornikSeeing Differently, Leading Generously: Dyslexia, Venture, and Human Connection with David Hornik
What happens when a venture capitalist builds a career not on transactions, but on relationships—and embraces dyslexia as a lifelong advantage?
In this episode of Human Side Up, host Natasha Nuytten sits down with David Hornik—Founding Partner of Lobby Capital—for a conversation that blends venture capital, art, and humanity. David shares openly about growing up dyslexic, the resourcefulness it forced him to develop, and why he now sees it as a superpower for entrepreneurship and investing. From his eclectic path (computer music at Stanford, crimin...
2025-10-0847 min
Liftoff with Keith Newman: For Founders looking for a new growth playbook and further inspiration.VC Secrets: 25-Year Partner Reveals Startup Truth | The Liftoff with Keith NewmanWhat 25 years in venture capital teaches you about building billion-dollar startups that founders wish they knew earlier...David Hornik, founding partner at Lobby Capital and former August Capital partner, breaks down the real dynamics between VCs and founders that most entrepreneurs completely misunderstand. From his $50M+ exits including Splunk, GitLab, and Bill.com, David shares why venture capital success isn't about the money - it's about finding the right partnership.In this conversation, you'll discover why the best investors act as collaborators, not gatekeepers...
2025-08-2236 min
DECODED - Alfie Whattam PodcastFundraising Secrets Every Founder Should Know | David HornikDECODED PODCAST 189- Website: https://alfiewhattam.com- X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/alfiegwhattam- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/alfiegeorgewhattam- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alfie.whattam- Instagram: https://instagram.com/alfie_whattamOUR SPONSORS- Alfa AI Recruiter: https://welovealfa.com- Newsletter: https://codermagazine.substack.com#decoded #technology #business
2025-07-0330 min
Growing PainsDAVID HORNIK, Lobby Capital and his 5x Billion dollar picksMeet David Hornik, the Silicon Valley legend who turned 5 companies into billion-dollar powerhouses—including Splunk's $28B exit to CiscoWhat You'll Learn: • From Courtroom to Cap Table: How a lawyer pivoted into one of tech's most successful investors (and why his legal training became his secret weapon) • The People-First Formula: Why Hornik backs entrepreneurs, not just business plans—and how this philosophy created billions in value • AI Revolution Insights: What the investor who spotted enterprise software gold early thinks about the current AI boom • Work-Life Integration: How a top-tier V...
2025-06-1736 min
TransfiguredThe Ontology of Spirit in Jonathan Pageau and John Vervaeke - Part 2 - PneumatologyThis is part two of a series about Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ) and John Verkvaeke ( @johnvervaeke ) and their respective views on Spirit and pneumatology. I mention Jonathan Pageau, John Vervaeke, Paul Vander Klay, Elizabeth Oldfield, Kale Zelden, Rod Dreher, Grim Grizz, , Ed Hutchins, Tucker Carlson, St. Anthony of the Desert, Athanasius, David Sloan Wilson, John Calvin, Tanya Luhrmann, Charles Taylor, Chuck Colson, Will Barlow, Scott Alexander, Robert Falconer, Richard Schwarz, Chris Masterpietro (Vervaeke's collaborator), Jung (Carl Jung), Michael (Archangel), Jesus Christ, Satan, Andre Antunes, Daniel (prophet), Mary Harrington, Aristotle, Plato, Socrates, Meno, Gregory of Nyssa, Father John Bear, Hank (presumably Hank...
2025-05-191h 14
Connecting the Dots w/Dan HappelELECTION TRIAGE mapping the next 20 monthshttps://danhappel.com/election-triage-mapping-the-next-20-months/
The cornerstone of a representative constitutional republic is a system of free, honest and open elections to elect our representatives.
Under our U.S. Constitution, election laws are to be established and enforced at the state and local level. The whole process is to be enacted by the Legislatures of each state, and administered under strict guidelines conforming to State Legislative mandates. Governors, Judges and Election Officials must have no legal authority to change or ignore these mandates unless they violate constitutional norms.
To do so is not lawful...
2025-04-282h 09
1Mby1M Entrepreneurship Podcast677th 1Mby1M Entrepreneurship Podcast with David Hornik, Lobby CapitalDavid Hornik, Founding Partner at Lobby Capital, discusses his firm’s AI investment thesis. This is an excellent discussion spanning Agentic AI and Ultralight startups.
The post 677th 1Mby1M Entrepreneurship Podcast with David Hornik, Lobby Capital first appeared on Sramana Mitra.
2025-03-2541 min
Decide for Impact podcastGive and Take -Adam Grant #boekencast afl 116Vandaag bespreken we het boek Give and Take van Adam Grant.
Ondertitel: Why helping others drives our success
Auteur: American popular science author, and professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania specializing in organizational psychology. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Grant
Dit boek Give and taken (Geven en nemen) komt uit 2013. Zijn nieuwste boek is Hidden Potential. Ander boeken van Grant zijn Originals en Think Again.
TED Podcast Re Thinking interviewt bekende mensen https://adamgrant.net/podcasts/rethinking/
TED talks https://adamgrant.net/speaking/
In 2017 Grant co-founded (along with University of Michigan professor Wayne Baker and ent...
2025-03-2046 min
Driving AlphaFrom Law to VC: David Hornik's Journey to Lobby CapitalDavid Hornik, founding partner at Lobby Capital, has spent over 25 years shaping the venture capital landscape. Formerly a lawyer with degrees from Stanford and Harvard, David transitioned into venture capital, making early bets on companies like Splunk, Build.com, and GitLab. His career is marked by a passion for helping founders, fostering strong industry relationships, and identifying high-potential investments. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: 00:43 Introduction to Driving Alpha Podcast 01:57 Meet David Hornick: From Law to Venture Capital 03:43 Early Ventures and Key Investments 07:35 The Importance of Getting Lucky...
2025-02-2628 min
The Sure Shot EntrepreneurBuild Relationships with Investors to Create Game‑Changing CompaniesDavid Hornik, founding partner at Lobby Capital, shares insights from his 25-year journey in the industry. David discusses the evolution of venture capital, the growing importance of relationships over transactions, and his structured yet practical approach to investing. He highlights how liquidity challenges impact founders and early investors. David also shares his take on what makes a startup truly investable and why understanding a problem deeply is more valuable than chasing market trends.In this episode, you’ll learn:[06:14] How venture capital has evolved from a simple early- vs. late-stage VC model to today's fragmented la...
2025-02-0440 min
Dog Save The PeopleArt Imitates Dogs w/ Pamela HornikPamela Hornik is an art collector based out of the Bay Area. She is a Founding member of the Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco (ICA SF), Board member of Stanford’s Cantor Arts Center, and a Management committee member of Stanford’s Anderson Collection. Pamela and her husband, David Hornik, also regularly supports artists with funding their exhibitions, publishing their books, and more. In recent years, thanks to a deep connection with her Maltese Chihuahua mix Teddy, Pamela began to focus more on collecting dog art from contemporary artists. Eventually, this turned into a traveling exhibition called Some Dogs...
2024-12-0316 min
The Lindsay Hadley PodcastInvesting in People, Not Just Products | Founding Partner at Lobby Capital, David HornikIn this insightful episode, renowned venture capitalist David Hornik shares his investment philosophy centered on backing exceptional people solving real problems. Discover how this approach led to successful investments in companies like Splunk (acquired for $30B) and Bill.com. Learn the importance of team building and problem-solving in venture capital.
2024-11-0544 min
Venture with GraceVC INNOVATOR DAVID HORNIK: FOUNDING PARTNER AT LOBBY CAPITALDavid Hornik is a Founding Partner with Lobby Capital. For more than 25 years, David has helped technology entrepreneurs build transformative businesses. Prior to founding Lobby Capital, he spent 20 years as a general partner at August Capital. David invests in a broad range of software companies, including enterprise application, infrastructure, and SaaS businesses (Splunk, Fastly, GitLab), financial technology companies (Bill.com, WePay, PayNearMe), and consumer services (Evite, Ebates, Remix AI).
David has spent the last two decades building technology communities – along with starting the first venture capital blog, VentureBlog, and the first venture capital podcast, VentureCast, David served as the Te...
2024-07-031h 09
Inspiration Loves Company with Debbie Epstein HenrySmart Risks with David HornikIn this Inspiration Loves Company episode, we welcome David Hornik, a venture capitalist, educator and philanthropist and the founding partner of Lobby Capital. We talk about smart risk taking, the fear of failure, and lessons learned from missed opportunities. We also explore how, as a parent or boss, to give others the room to take risks, fail, and recover. Join us and be inspired by David’s optimism and his philosophy on how to live an impactful, meaningful, and exciting life.
2024-03-2140 min
Zjisti víc28 - Vánoční speciál - Zjistěte víc o VánocíchKde se vzaly tradice, které dnes dodržujeme? Kde nosí dárky Ježíšek a kde rohatá koza, horník, nebo poleno? Kde o Vánocích na ulici potkáte tradiční opilou koňskou lebku? A jak je to vlastně s tím narozením Ježíše a s rokem 1?Kuba s Davidem vám Vánoční speciál nadělí tentokrát už ve čtvrtek!Doplňující obrázky a odkazy včetně původního Santy a strašidelných postav najdete zde: https://bit.ly/3ts5Y4y .--- Staňte se předplatitel...
2023-12-211h 10
20 Minutes with BronwynHow to Make Storytelling Your Superpower: My Conversation with David HornikWelcome to December! And let me tell you, I come bearing gifts …
This fantastic conversation with one of the most influential Venture Capitalists in the Valley, Mr. David Hornik is going to help you become a better storyteller, a better pitcher of ideas, and best of all? It might even help you become a better human being. He’s *that* good.
David is a founding partner at Lobby Capital. For the last 25 years he has worked closely with technology entrepreneurs to help them build transformative businesses. Prior to founding Lobby Capital, David was a par...
2023-12-0647 min
The FabricBuddy Arnheim, co-founder of Lobby Capital | Episode 10In this latest episode, I am on the hot seat! My partner David Hornik turns the table and interviews me! David somehow gets me to open up about my early days in school and the swimming pool, my first crush (who happens to be my wife), my legal career journey, the founding of Titan Aerospace and SpinLaunch, and my path into venture capital. We also reminisce about our early days working together during the DotCom Boom, and we banter about how we at Lobby Capital evaluate investment opportunities; what we look for, what we find interesting, and what turns us...
2023-11-1659 min
Soul Searching#249 David Hornik | Founding Partner @ Lobby Capitalfeedback @ ryan@soulsearching.in
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Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidhornik
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2023-09-171h 11The FabricDavid Hornik, co-founder of Lobby Capital | Episode 7Join host Buddy Arnheim as he welcomes his Lobby Capital co-founder, David Hornik, in this episode of “The Fabric”. Together, they explore David's unique path, from his musical passions and legal career to his transition into venture capital. The duo reflects on the importance of lifelong relationships, delves into the creation of the influential Lobby Conference, and ends with David's love for contemporary art. This episode is a fascinating glimpse into how passions can shape a multi-faceted career.
2023-08-111h 20
VC10X - Investing, Venture Capital, Asset Management, Private Equity, Family OfficeVC10X - He passed on Uber & LinkedIn! - David Hornik, Founding Partner, Lobby CapitalIn this episode, Prashant Choubey talks to David Honik, Founding Partner of Lobby Capital & someone with over 23 years of investing experience in startups.
They talk about:
The Rebirth of August Capital as Lobby Capital:-
- David shared insights into the evolution of August Capital and their decision to transition to Lobby Capital.
- They discussed the importance of maintaining a smaller fund to stay focused on supporting and nurturing promising companies.
- Lobby Capital raised a $225 million fund and plans to continue its approach with Lobby II.
2023-08-0138 min
On jase piano avec...On jase piano avec Isabelle DavidOriginaire de Sherbrooke, Isabelle David a débuté le piano à l’âge de 8 ans et a grandi dans une famille de musicien. Son père, Marc David, est un chef d’orchestre reconnu, sa mère est flûtiste de formation et sa grand-mère était pianiste. Ses premiers professeurs ont été Madeleine Tremblay, puis Yolande Gaudreau et Jean-François Latour à l’École de musique de Verdun. Elle a poursuivi ses études au baccalauréat à l’École de musique Schulich de l’Université McGill à Montréal, s’est perfectionnée au Conservatoire de musique de Montréal en obtenant un Concours en piano et a fait sa m...
2023-05-021h 19
Harvard Business Law ReviewVenture Capital: David HornikWe interview David Hornik on the intersection of venture capital and law. We discuss the role of the attorney in venture capital, the importance of early legal decision making, corporate governance and ESG, the power of giving, liberalizing the trading of private securities, and SPACs.A bit about David Hornik:David Hornik is an American venture capitalist, lawyer, educator, art collector, and philanthropist. David has an eclectic educational background. He received a BA from Stanford in Computer Music, an MPhil in Criminology from Cambridge University, and a JD from Harvard Law School.In...
2023-04-2451 min
It’s a Small Business World018 - How venture capitalists can help you grow your small business with David HornikWant to learn what to look for in a venture capitalist? When to look for one? And how to make your company pitch deck irresistible? Listen to our interview with David Hornik, founding partner of Lobby Capital, as we discuss the world of venture capitalism and find out what you need to know!Get more information related to this episodeFind David Hornik on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidhornik Find David Hornik on Twitter: @davidhornik Find David Hornik on Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidhornik/ Email David Hornik: h...
2023-04-1132 min
Pit Stops to Podium: B2B RevOps PodcastThe Investor's Perspective on founding a Startup // With David HornikIn this episode, we sit down with David Hornik, Founding Partner of Lobby Capital and experienced venture capitalist, to discuss The Investor's Perspective on founding a Startup. David shares his insights on the venture landscape, offering advice to entrepreneurs on building a successful startup. We also discuss the challenges and rewards of supporting a one-person startup, as well as strategies for building a strong team.
With a focus on enterprise applications and infrastructure software, fintech, and consumer-facing software and services, David draws on his years of experience investing in information technology companies to provide...
2023-04-0723 min
BLUE RM - Business Relationship Management -"Wie ich Wunderpen Gesellschafter wurde" GIVE & TAKE, Folge 3 | #050Was das Buch “Geben & Nehmen” mit Europa`s Marktführer für Handschrift Mailings zu tun hat.
Pass bloß auf, was Du liest. Es könnte Dein Leben verändern.
Glaubst Du nicht? Dann hör rein, in dieses Selbstbekenntnis zum Lesen, und zum lebenslangen Lernen…
In dieser 3. Folge aus meiner GIVE & TAKE Staffel erzähle ich die Geschichte meines Einstiegs als Investor bei dem Berliner Startup Wunderpen.
Diese Geschichte hat 3 AKTE:
AKT1: DAS BUCH
2014 empfahl mir Carsten Ahaus bei einem Business Treffen auf einem Golfplatz bei Köln das frisch erschienene Buch von Adam Grant mit dem...
2022-12-0831 min
The Pitch PodcastE 23: The Patient Investor with David HornikToday our listeners are in for a real treat. We have the opportunity to speak with and learn from David Hornik of Lobby Capital. David has worked with technology startups in software for nearly two decades, enjoying exceptional success over the years investing in companies like Splunk, Fastly and GitLab. David talks about the evolution of the venture capital industry, how he adds value to founders, and what he looks for when making startup investments. Our listeners are sure to come away with some great insights! Key Points From This Episo...
2022-03-3141 min
The Silver BloodlineEpisode 6: FinaleEverything comes to a head as Raya finally understands where she came from. Together with her newly discovered mother, she must face off against the true monster as he and the mysterious crystal prepare to make their escape.
This episode and all others are dedicated to Linda Monahan, thank you for everything. I miss you so unbelievably much.
Check out our socials! linktr.ee/SilverBloodedProductions
Instagram: @Silverbloodedproductions TikTok: @Silverbloodedproductions Twitter: @SilverBloodProd Reddit: r/TheSilverBloodline
CREDITS
Written, Directed, and Edited by Robert Follett
Story Edited by Chloe Cobb
2022-03-3033 min
The Silver BloodlineEpisode 5: Cat and MouseWith the true monster revealed, Raya must survive on her own.
Check out our socials! linktr.ee/SilverBloodedProductions
Instagram: @Silverbloodedproductions TikTok: @Silverbloodedproductions Twitter: @SilverBloodProd Reddit: r/TheSilverBloodline
CREDITS
Written, Directed, and Edited by Robert Follett
Story Edited by Chloe Cobb
Cast List
Narrator - Robert Follett
Raya - Lex Cobb
Hannes - Sharaf Alakhfash
Raya’s Mother - Emily Quintana
Adrianna - Laila Willingham-Beinfest
Gillian - Brad Luquire
Pelta - Lind...
2022-02-2828 min
The Silver BloodlineEpisode 4: And Then There Were FourOnly four survivors left and not a moment to grieve. Raya's past comes to a head with her present as the group struggles to agree on the best way to survive. However, one thing is certain: their combined efforts will need to be enough, because it's all they have left.
Check out our socials! linktr.ee/SilverBloodedProductions
Instagram: @Silverbloodedproductions TikTok: @Silverbloodedproductions Twitter: @SilverBloodProd Reddit: r/TheSilverBloodline
CREDITS
Written, Directed, and Edited by Robert Follett
Story Edited by Chloe Cobb
Cast List
Narrator - Robert Follett
...
2022-02-1124 min
The Silver BloodlineEpisode 3: Buddy SystemThe mystery deepens as the details behind Raya's family's death come into question. The threat of the forest becomes overshadowed as talk of another monster rattles the townsfolk, adding even more stress into an already hopeless situation.
Written, Directed, and Edited by Robert Follett
Story Edited by Chloe Cobb
Cast List
Narrator - Robert Follett
Raya - Lex Cobb
Hannes - Sharaf Alakhfash
Raya’s Mother - Emily Quintana
Adrianna - Laila Willingham-Beinfest
Gillian - Brad Luquire
Pelta - Linda Monahan
Iris - Sandie Phillips
Trademaster Gerrin - Chip Nieto
Gregor - Vivian Hornik
Mona - Honor Barrett
Ollier - Da...
2022-01-2925 min
Opto Sessions – Invest in the Next Big IdeaDavid Hornik - Enterprise Software & SaaS: Fastly, GitLab & Bill.comDavid Hornik is an investor and General Partner at venture capital firm, August Capital. Since joining August Capital in 2000, David has invested in some of the biggest names in enterprise software and SaaS, including Splunk, Fastly, GitLab, WePay, and Bill.com.David is the creator of August Capital’s annual gathering of industry thought-leaders, The Lobby, and Lobby: Enterprise. Building on those initiatives Lobby Capital was born, founded by David in February 2021, to invest in inspiring entrepreneurs from across the Software space.David sits on the board and is actively involved in multiple publicly listed com...
2022-01-2044 min
The Silver BloodlineEpisode 2: The Sunken HandEpisode 2: Tension rises as the town comes to terms with their new lives within the forest. Can they learn to cooperate or will the mysterious forces at play continue to tear them apart?
Written, Directed, and Edited by Robert Follett
Story Edited by Chloe Cobb
Cast List
Narrator - Robert Follett
Raya - Lex Cobb
Hannes - Sharaf Alakhfash
Raya’s Mother - Emily Quintana
Adrianna - Laila Willingham-Beinfest
Gillian - Brad Luquire
Pelta - Linda Monahan
Ir...
2022-01-1430 min
The Silver BloodlineEpisode 1: Welcome to Fretan BarrowEpisode 1: A small uninteresting town becomes the epicenter for fear as a mysterious force surrounds it, trapping its inhabitants within.
Written, Directed, and Edited by Robert Follett
Story Edited by Chloe Cobb
Cast List
Narrator - Robert Follett
Raya - Lex Cobb
Hannes - Sharaf Alakhfash
Raya’s Mother - Emily Quintana
Adrianna - Laila Willingham-Beinfest
Gillian - Brad Luquire
Pelta - Linda Monahan
Iris - Sandie Phillips
Trademaster Ge...
2021-12-3131 min
Startup HustleSilicon Valley Investment Trends - Part 1In this episode of Startup Hustle, Steven Hoffman and David Hornik discuss current Silicon Valley Investment trends and anticipated future trends. David is a founding partner at Lobby Capital, the executive producer of the Lobby Conferences, and teaches courses in entrepreneurship and venture capital at Stanford Business School and Harvard Law School.
Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:
https://gigb.co/l/YEh5
This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Learn more about Founder Space:
https://www.foundersspace.com/
...
2021-11-1045 min
Startup HustleSilicon Valley Investment Trends - Part 1In this episode of Startup Hustle, Steven Hoffman and David Hornik discuss current Silicon Valley Investment trends and anticipated future trends. David is a founding partner at Lobby Capital, the executive producer of the Lobby Conferences, and teaches courses in entrepreneurship and venture capital at Stanford Business School and Harvard Law School.
Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:
https://gigb.co/l/YEh5
This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:
https://fullscale.io/
Learn more about Founder Space:
https://www.foundersspace.com/
...
2021-11-1044 min
Content Magazine#69 - Conrad Egyir#69 - Conrad Egyir Conrad is a Ghanaian artist based in Detroit, working in figurative narratives of the African Diaspora. His work blends religious and West African folk iconography within domestic scenes, portraying a deep understanding of the history of portraiture. He utilizes shaped canvases and relief elements to reference stamps and postcards as metaphors for migration; journals, books, binder tabs, and chapters as metaphors for time and the archiving of ideas. In our conversation, Conrad discusses his process, the inspiration to this current series as well as his guiding life philosophy. His exhibition will be on view in the I...
2021-10-2735 min
DrinksWithAVC (DWAVC)DWAVC: David Hornik | Ep. 14Episode fourteen of DrinksWithAVC welcomes the prophetic insights of David Hornik from Lobby Capital, dubbed the 'Nostradamus of Numbers' and 'soothsayer of SPACs.' Vik and Bree delve into David's evolution from a dedicated lawyer to a venture capital virtuoso, his ardor for the fine arts, his advocacy within the LGBTQIA+ community, and his reputed knack for forecasting market trends. Tune in for a glimpse into the journey and genius of a VC maestro. Plus, Tuvan throat singing!Links:www.lobby.vcwww.twitter.com/davidhornik
2021-09-231h 24
Cerebral Women Art Talks PodcastRebecca BrodskisEpisode 73 features painter Rebecca Brodskis (b. 1988 in France) lives and works in Paris. She spent most of her childhood travelling and living between France and Morocco. Brodskis studied painting at the Ateliers des Beaux Arts de la Ville de Paris and at Central St. Martins College of Art and Design in London,graduating in 2010. In 2015, she also completed a Master’s degree in Sociology,focusing her research on the themes of vulnerabilities and social crisis.Exploring the borders of the sensible world, Brodskis’ work evolves betwee nconscious and unconscious spaces, leading to a reflection on the existence, the self and the...
2021-07-0727 min
Gabriel BertagnolliDar y Recibir - Adam Grant | Audiolibro (resumen) en español¡Espero que te sea de provecho!Si lo fue, compartílo con esa persona que sabés que lo necesita.Buscame en Instagram para más contenido: Gabriel Bertagnolli | LinktreeIntroducciónEn Silicon Valley, una soleada tarde de domingo, dos padres orgullosos charlaban en la banda de un campo de fútbol. El más alto de los dos era Danny Shader, un emprendedor empedernido que había trabajado con Netscape, Motorola y Amazon. Le encantaba crear empresas y estaba en pleno lanzamiento de su cuarta iniciativa. Shader h...
2021-06-2138 min
The 8-bridges PodcastPamela HornikPamela Hornik is a passionate art enthusiast and seasoned collector based in San Francisco. Pamela and her husband, David, have been collecting art for decades. Pamela volunteered at the Cantor Arts Center every Friday, and over time, has amassed one of the most important contemporary collections — with early works by Jordan Casteel and others. In this episode of The 8-bridges Podcast, she explains why she has collected more art than ever before during the pandemic.
2021-03-1552 min
The 8-bridges PodcastPamela HornikPamela Hornik is a passionate art enthusiast and seasoned collector based in San Francisco. Pamela and her husband, David, have been collecting art for decades. Pamela volunteered at the Cantor Arts Center every Friday, and over time, has amassed one of the most important contemporary collections — with early works by Jordan Casteel and others. In this episode of The 8-bridges Podcast, she explains why she has collected more art than ever before during the pandemic.
2021-03-1552 min
Che Marville - Let's TalkEquity Requires Intention And All Business Is PersonalMeet Tech Investor David Hornik; we had a delightful conversation exploring how all business is personal, the things that inspire him, where he got his self-confidence and how equity requires intentionality. Our conversation explored American politics a week after the election, the value of leaning into equity and cultivating diversity in the technology industry. David is a General Partner at August Capital, where he invests in consumer and enterprise software and services. He has worked closely with startups for the last 20 years. He is the founder and producer of The Lobby conferences, a series of events that gather the...
2020-12-0548 min
Dyslexia Explored#84 Venture Capitalist on the Importance of Building Longterm RelationshipsWe have a very special guest in this episode. He’s a dyslexic venture capitalist from California, who has been open about his dyslexia story and how it helps and, in turn, affects him. He’s been featured in a TEDtalk where he shared why he can’t remember names and has appeared in podcasts and blogs too. Let’s find out more about the dyslexia story of David Hornik.
In this episode, David shares a lot of experiences throughout his life but one thing that he emphasized is the importance of building strong, long term relationships with peo...
2020-09-291h 09
Somewhat Frank#0018 - Bringing Joy During a COVID SummerOn this Episode of the Somewhat Frank Podcast, Frank Gruber and John Guidos talk about the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement. They also chat about the recent rise in RV sales and the benefits of the vagabond lifestyle during the pandemic. Frank also celebrates the following people in his network: Arlan Hamilton on the release of her book, It's About Damn Time. Brad Feld on his latest book, The Startup Community Way. Meredith Fineman on the launch of her book, Brag Better. Matt Rissel on joining Summit Partners as an Executive In Residence...
2020-07-0226 min
OtherWise InsightsAdapting When Things Go WrongOn this episode, a Broadway Stage Manager and a Venture Capitalist talk about adapting when things go wrong. You'll hear Holly Coombs, Production Stage Manager for Mean Girls,l speak with Venture Capital Partner, David Hornik. When something goes wrong during a live show, a stage manager has to think and act quickly. When things go wrong in business, entrepreneurs have to do the same, and investors like David can offer perspective. Listen to Holly and David discuss thinking on their feet and rolling with the punches.Guests:Holly Coombs, Production Stage Manager, Mean Girls, BroadwayDavid...
2020-06-2633 min
FinTech Silicon ValleyDavid Hornik, General Partner August Capital on Covid-19 Crisis for StartupsDavid Hornik is a General Partner at August Capital where he invests in consumer and enterprise software and services. He has worked closely with startups for the last 20 years. Prior to joining August, David was a litigator at Cravath Swaine & Moore, and corporate and licensing attorney at Venture Law Group and Perkins Coie. David is the author of the first venture capital blog, VentureBlog, and the first venture capital podcast, VentureCast. He is the founder and producer of The Lobby conferences, a series of events that gather the thought leaders in consumer and enterprise technology. David holds an AB...
2020-04-2413 min
Something Ventured -- Silicon Valley Podcast#120 David Hornik: "The Lobby" Creator and RingmasterDavid Hornik is a partner at August Capital. He is also the much-loved creator and executive producer of "The Lobby". In preparing for this podcast, a number of people expressed sincere affection for David, The Lobby, and the relationships it has fostered. In this episode David explains what the Lobby is, and where the idea came from. In addition to The Lobby, David started (with his colleagues) the first venture capital blog, VentureBlog, and the first venture capital podcast, VentureCast. He has been honored by Forbes Magazine as a member of its Midas List of top Venture Cap...
2019-12-0350 min
The Entrepreneur Insight#8 David Hornik - General Partner at August Capital, managing over $2.5 billion in committed capital and Lecturer at Stanford and HarvardHe went from corporate law into venture capital, my guest today is David Hornik. He has been a general partner at August Capital since 2000 and in his time there he has invested in some really innovative companies in the tech space.
During this episode, we talk about his journey from law to VC and the people that influenced him most. We also dive into how he goes about his business and what he looks for when deciding to invest in your ideas.
2019-11-1518 min
Inside the ICE HouseVenture Capital Legend David Hornik: the Joyful Journey from the Law to the LobbyDavid Hornik, General Partner at August Capital, one of the world’s top VC firms, has constructed a storied career -- and an amazing track record of investments -- out of being curious. It started with a love of music, with a detour through the intricacies of law and criminology, and has helped build him into one of the most successful VC investors in Silicon Valley. Hornik’s annual Lobby Conference, held each October, has become the premier gathering for the curious minds of the digital media ecosystem. Inside the ICE House: https://www.theice.com/in...
2019-08-2956 minInside the ICE HouseVenture Capital Legend David Hornik: the Joyful Journey from the Law to the LobbyDavid Hornik, General Partner at August Capital, one of the world’s top VC firms, has constructed a storied career -- and an amazing track record of investments -- out of being curious. It started with a love of music, with a detour through the intricacies of law and criminology, and has helped build him into one of the most successful VC investors in Silicon Valley. Hornik’s annual Lobby Conference, held each October, has become the premier gathering for the curious minds of the digital media ecosystem. Inside the ICE House: https://www.theice.com/in...
2019-08-2956 min
Christopher Walch – SDWT#236 Building A NETWORK That Matters like Adam RifkinThis is the second episode of the Self Development With Tactics podcast for today, again featuring the allencheng.com website with a summary of "Give and Take" by Adam Grant. This time we are going through chapter one and a piece of chapter two. We are talking about: why givers have a way better network and what Adam Rifkins network is looking like, why giving away a lot of things (for free {garyvee ;;)}) makes sense, what David Hornik achieved with giving, strong and weak ties and why weak ones can be better, why there needs to be a giver...
2019-05-0533 min
Moving UpDavid Hornik - Inside the job of a VC2 types of people in the business world – principles and agents and the importance of having fun a long the way.
2018-09-0526 min
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The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk218: David Hornik - Why Givers WinEpisode #218: David Hornik - Why Givers Win Show Notes: Sustained Excellence: Great story-tellers -- Every message is better told as a story Great sales people Why generous people win in the long run -- David is naturally generous He answers every email VC's invest in people more than investing in a product The story of Danny Shader and their daughters' soccer team The many conversations which led to working together after Danny initially turned David down because he thought he was "too nice" -- Why he was wrong The aspect of the job that David doesn't...
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Square One: Conversations with the Best in Business2: David Hornik, General Partner at August CapitalDavid Hornik has a reputation in venture as one of the nicest and sharpest investors out there. He received Deloitte’s 2013 Venture Capitalist of the Year award and has been honored by Forbes Magazine as a member of its Midas List of top Venture Capitalists. This conversation was fun and David gave a lot of interesting insight. Some of our favorite moments included: (1) what he thinks of the current state of venture (11:05), (2) his adamant belief that we are not in a bubble, though things are overheated and overfunded (17:05), (3) the importance of making others successful and being generous (24:01), and (4) focusing on...
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Flyover Labs PodcastDavid Hornik, General Partner at August Capital - InterviewA great interview with venture capitalist David Hornik, the first investor in Splunk.
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Reconcilable DifferencesDevouring EssenceJohn educates Merlin about the first-person shooter game, "Destiny." Merlin feels overwhelmed, while John says we're only seeing the tip of the iceberg.
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Psychos with Ryan WilliamsAdam Grant "Give and Take" Best-Selling AuthorMy guest this week is Adam Grant, the author of the New York Times' best selling book: "Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success." Adam is a professor at Wharton, and their highest rated teacher ever. His research around giving and taking has revolutionized how people can achieve business success. Listen to hear more about how "giving" actually helps everyone achieve more success in the long run.
Adam broke down with Ryan the three key styles in the work environment: 1) Giving 2) Taking 3) Matching.
Givers are the types of people who show-up early at work, mentor others...
2014-05-2826 minNerv with Ryan WilliamsAdam Grant "Give and Take" Best-Selling AuthorMy guest this week is Adam Grant, the author of the New York Times' best selling book: "Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success." Adam is a professor at Wharton, and their highest rated teacher ever. His research around giving and taking has revolutionized how people can achieve business success. Listen to hear more about how "giving" actually helps everyone achieve more success in the long run.
Adam broke down with Ryan the three key styles in the work environment: 1) Giving 2) Taking 3) Matching.
Givers are the types of people who show-up early at work, mentor others...
2014-05-2826 min
iinnovateDavid Hornik, Partner at August CapitalDavid Hornik is a venture capitalist, professor, blogger and the founder of The Lobby Conference. MP3 FileDavid Hornik's blog was the first to be written by a venture capitalist and has been well-read and discussed since its inception. Recently, his long standing interest in media led him to found the ultra-secretive Lobby Conference, which he discusses in this podcast. David also discusses two of his other passions: music and law. As a student at Stanford, he studied and taught the impact of technology on music, earning a degree in Computer Music. At Harvard Law...
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