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Silicon Valley VC News DailySilicon Valley VCs Bet Big on AI Amidst Economic TurbulenceSilicon Valley venture capital firms are doubling down on AI amid economic headwinds, with massive deals and shifts toward robotics and autonomous tech signaling resilience. Benchmark's early $75 million investment in Chinese-founded Manus, valued at $500 million then, paid off huge as Meta snapped it up for $2-3 billion on December 29, per Reuters and Silicon Republic reports. This acquisition highlights VC bets on general AI agents that handle tasks like market research and coding, now fueling Meta's push to billions of users.Bubble fears linger after Oracle's $10 billion data center backer pulled out, tanking shares, as noted by The Daily...
2026-01-0503 min
Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Podcast#09 - Sondheim and the 2013 City Center Treasure HuntBarry Joseph and guests walk through Sondheim’s final treasure hunt. Guests Kellian Adams Pletcher, a game designer at FableVision Studios, and Robert Lee, a faculty member and current chair of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, join Barry to analyze and discuss Sondheim's love for treasure hunts. Together they explore his design of the 2013 City Center Treasure Hunt and the engaging experiences created for friends. The episode features anecdotes from participants in the 2013 City Center treasure hunt (Marty Granoff, Erin Ortman, Alexander Gemignani) highlighting Sondheim's genius in creating these immersive and fun-filled games. It...
2025-10-071h 05
Bob Cargill’s Marketing ShowLateral Thinking, Magical Moments and Spellbinding Marketing with Michael GranoffEpisode 202 - Lateral Thinking, Magical Moments and Spellbinding Marketing with Michael Granoff
In this episode of Bob Cargill's Marketing Show, Episode 202, we delve into the fascinating intersection of magic and marketing with the talented magician and marketer, Michael Granoff.
Discover how magic tricks can inspire innovative marketing strategies and creative thinking.
Host, Bob Cargill, introduces the episode and his guest, Michael Granoff, a seasoned marketer and magician. Discussion on the importance of creativity and innovation in marketing.
Michael shares his career path from the printing industry to marketing. Insights into his...
2025-07-2444 min
Private Equity SpotlightThe opportunity surrounding uncertaintyThis episode is sponsored by Pomona Capital and Proskauer and first appeared on Secondaries Investor's Second Thoughts podcast
While the Trump administration's tariff announcements and the subsequent unfurling of uncertainty globally does create some headaches, it also creates a tailwind for the LP-led secondaries market.
"What the market has trouble adjusting to is uncertainty. And what happens in times of uncertainty, like the times we're dealing in now, is that [M&A and IPO] transactions tend to pull away," Michael Granoff, founder and chief executive of Pomona Capital, said in this episode.
"That...
2025-06-3043 min
Secondaries Investor’s Second ThoughtsThe opportunity surrounding uncertaintyThis episode is sponsored by Pomona Capital and Proskauer
While the Trump administration's tariff announcements and the subsequent unfurling of uncertainty globally does create some headaches, it also creates a tailwind for the LP-led secondaries market.
"What the market has trouble adjusting to is uncertainty. And what happens in times of uncertainty, like the times we're dealing in now, is that [M&A and IPO] transactions tend to pull away," Michael Granoff, founder and chief executive of Pomona Capital, said in the latest edition of Secondaries Investor's Second Thoughts podcast.
"That uncertainty does...
2025-06-1644 min
Inside CVC by u-pathInside CVC: Riding the Shifting Currents of Mobility Innovation with Maniv's Michael GranoffIn this episode of Inside CVC, we sit down with Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, to explore the dynamic forces reshaping the movement of people and goods. From electric trucks in California to two-wheelers in India, Maniv’s portfolio reflects the global push toward decarbonization, automation, and digitization. Michael shares candid insights on the rise of Chinese EV dominance, the challenges of aligning corporate venture capital with geopolitical uncertainty, and what the road ahead looks like for autonomous vehicles and AI in mobility. If you're navigating the intersection of venture capital, mobility innovation, and global industrial strategy, this co...
2025-06-0813 min
Voices of ImpactFinance, Albania, Adjustments: Michael GranoffMichael Granoff is the founder and CEO of Pomona Capital, a global private equity firm managing over $15 billion, with offices in New York, London, and Hong Kong. He served on the 1992 Presidential Transition Team for the Treasury and was appointed by President Clinton as Chairman of the Albanian-American Enterprise Fund and the Albanian American Development Foundation, the largest non-profit in the Balkans. Honored by Albania with the Order of Skanderbeg, Order of Mother Teresa, and Medal of Public Gratitude, Michael has also served as a Trustee of the Yad Hanadiv Rothschild Foundation, Director of Grameen Bank U.S., and...
2024-12-1544 min
Deep Takes Not FakesExploring Innovation and AI with Michael TodascoWhat does it take to foster innovation and thrive in the age of AI? In this episode, we welcome Michael Todasco to explore the transformative potential of AI. Mike is a Visiting Fellow at the James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence at San Diego State University and an AI writer and advisor. In our conversation, we unpack the cultural and organizational barriers to innovation, discuss how organizations can learn from past failures, and hear why embracing failure is key to innovation. We explore common AI misconceptions, practical strategies for integrating AI into everyday workflows, and the future of...
2024-11-2630 min
Secondaries Investor’s Second ThoughtsSI Decade: From financial crisis to secondaries salesThis episode originally aired on April 15, 2024
A decade ago, in the aftermath of the global financial crisis, anxiety around unknowns was still rippling through financial markets, including within secondaries. Similarly, there was a great deal of concern around the Volcker Rule that came into effect in 2014, which essentially prohibited banks from investing in private equity with their own funds.
In 2013, secondaries volume sat at around $28 billion. The following year, volume leapt to $42 billion. While regulation should not be overplayed, the Volcker Rule and Solvency II – a regulation affecting insurance companies and the percentage of risky as...
2024-10-0221 min
Building Better with Brandon Bartneck#208 – Michael Granoff | Maniv – Chinese EVs, The End of “Mobility” & Finding the Right InvestmentsMike Granoff, managing partner at Maniv Mobility, discusses the future of mobility and transportation.
Links:
Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/mikegranoff
Edison Manufacturing Exchange: https://brandonbartneck.substack.com/publish/home
https://www.linkedin.com/in/granoff/
https://www.maniv.com/
Takeaways
Maniv Mobility invests in startups that focus on decarbonization and digitization of mobility and transportation.
Evaluating founders is crucial, and the ability to adapt and find answers to challenges is a key criterion.
Chinese EVs are taking over the global automotive industry, and China has the potential to dominate due to its...
2024-05-1947 min
Private Equity SpotlightSI Decade: From financial crisis to secondaries salesA decade ago, in the aftermath of the global financial crisis, anxiety around unknowns was still rippling through financial markets, including within secondaries. Similarly, there was a great deal of concern around the Volcker Rule that came into effect in 2014, which essentially prohibited banks from investing in private equity with their own funds.
In 2013, secondaries volume sat at around $28 billion. The following year, volume leapt to $42 billion. While regulation should not be overplayed, the Volcker Rule and Solvency II – a regulation affecting insurance companies and the percentage of risky assets they can hold on their balance sheets – play...
2024-04-1521 min
Magic Performance Report Podcast Presented By Conjuror CommunityThe Magic Performance Report Podcast w/ guest Michael GranoffWelcome back fellow Magi to The Magic Performance Report Podcast by Conjuror Community. Each week, we're delving into REAL gigs by real working magicians, uncovering the preparation, prestige, and sometimes pitfalls behind their latest magical performances.TODAY, Join Our Hosts Steve Barcellona and Alexander Slemmer as they welcome our very special guest, Michael Granoff This lively conversation takes us on a joyous journey through his recent set at the famed Boston Magic Lab. From the behind-the-scenes practices to the final audience reactions, join us as we unravel the mysteries of magic together.So, ki...
2024-04-0124 min
From the Midwest to the Middle EastEpisode 125: Outlook on 2024, Part IV – All About EVsLast Updated 4 months ago ago
Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, joins Philip to discuss the future of Electric Vehicles in 2024 and beyond. Is there disenchantment with EVs in the U.S.? Are traditional car manufacturers pulling back on their EV production? Is a company like BYD going to become a household name? Tune in to hear his take on these questions and much more!
The post Episode 125: Outlook on 2024, Part IV – All About EVs appeared first on Philip Stein & Associates.
2024-03-2718 min
Michael Gale's Futures In FocusValerie Granoff - Leadership and Self CareValerie Granoff discusses leadership and self-care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Valerie explores the challenges faced by leaders as they navigate the new work-from-home environment and the importance of being flexible and patient during these uncertain times. Valerie emphasized the significance of self-care for leaders and their teams. She encouraged leaders to take time to reflect on their own well-being and set a positive example for their employees. Effective communication and creating a supportive environment were also highlighted as crucial factors for helping teams cope with the pandemic's challenges. The conversation touched on the natural fear response triggered by the p...
2024-03-0429 min
The Commentary Magazine PodcastHow to Help Israel, Which Is Helping ItselfWe are joined today by the American-Israeli tech entrepreneur Michael Granoff, who is organizing an unprecedented effort to provide Israel with a supply chain from the United States. It's called Operation Falcon, and you can find out more at tinyurl.com/operationfalcon. We talk about the mood in Israel, the mood in America, and why Israel will not be easily buffeted by the inconstancy of American and American-Jewish public opinion. And we make some announcements about changes at the magazine and the website. Today's recommendation: the seminal 1968 COMMENTARY article, "Jewish Faith and the Holocaust: A Fragment." Give a listen.
2023-10-171h 02
Mobility Innovators PodcastElectric vehicles and shared mobility for Smarter cities | Michael Granoff Venture capitalists are pouring money into the mobility sector. In 2021, mobility startups have raised $97.7 billion. It is important to note that venture capital firms are investing in a variety of mobility technologies such as autonomous vehicles, on-demand, e-scooters, electric vehicles, battery technologies, cybersecurity, data management, fleet subscription, urban logistics, urban air mobility, and many others. Innovation is happening all around the world. However, Israel will play an important role in the future mobility industry, with more than 600 mobility startups founded over the last decade here in Israel. Furthermore, many venture capital firms are focusing on investing in...
2022-07-1555 min
Shift: A podcast about mobilityManiv Mobility’s Michael Granoff finds EVs in a Better Place (Episode 149)The founder and managing director of venture capital firm Maniv Mobility explores Israel’s role in advancing auto-tech and reflects on his experience with one-time electric-vehicle startup Better Place.
2022-05-2240 min
World Transits TodayFull Moon with Mars Saturn PlutoHarmonizing in the tradition of Stanislav Grof and Richard Tarnas blending consciousness research with astrology. Every day for a few minutes, I explore the planetary archetypes with their changing relationships. World Transits Today features current transits unpacked through the Archetypal Astrology lens. Today October 20, 2021 on World Transits exploring the Full Moonwith Mars Saturn and Pluto. Also poet Michael McClure. .Seeing myself more objectively, may I open to new possibilities?Archetypal Astrology offers tools for self reflection, insight, integration. If I view myself through fresh ideas, what will I find?
2021-10-2009 min
The Micromobility PodcastThe Mobility Disruption Framework with Olaf SakkersHey team, this week Oliver interviews Olaf Sakkers about his new book, Mobility Disruption Framework. Olaf is one of the General Partners at Redblue Capital, a new mobility venture investment firm that he founded. Prior to this, he was at Maniv Mobility for 6 years with Michael Granoff, a friend of Micromobility Industries and a previous guest on the podcast. This is one of our favourite episodes. Olaf’s work feels seminal, which is always a good place to start from. It covers a lot of the same ideas covered on this podcast all in one, coherent and cogent framework, an...
2021-09-151h 01
Ride AI120: The Mobility Disruption Framework with Olaf SakkersHey team, this week Oliver interviews Olaf Sakkers about his new book, Mobility Disruption Framework. Olaf is one of the General Partners at Redblue Capital, a new mobility venture investment firm that he founded. Prior to this, he was at Maniv Mobility for 6 years with Michael Granoff, a friend of Micromobility Industries and a previous guest on the podcast. This is one of our favourite episodes. Olaf’s work feels seminal, which is always a good place to start from. It covers a lot of the same ideas covered on this podcast all in one, coherent and cogent framework, and he...
2021-09-151h 01Ride AI120: The Mobility Disruption Framework with Olaf SakkersHey team, this week Oliver interviews Olaf Sakkers about his new book, Mobility Disruption Framework. Olaf is one of the General Partners at Redblue Capital, a new mobility venture investment firm that he founded. Prior to this, he was at Maniv Mobility for 6 years with Michael Granoff, a friend of Micromobility Industries and a previous guest on the podcast. This is one of our favourite episodes. Olaf’s work feels seminal, which is always a good place to start from. It covers a lot of the same ideas covered on this podcast all in one, coherent and cogent framework, and he...
2021-09-151h 01
The Global UJ#17 Israel: Leading Mobility Venture Capitalist, Michael Granoff, on Maniv Mobility's $144M FundHad a chance to speak with one of the leading clean tech & mobility investors in the world today. From assisting in getting a bill passed through US congress in 2006 to increase fuel economy standards, and the very first electric vehicle incentives, to being one of the very first investors and serving as a board member for Better Place - which raised nearly a $1B to build the world's first affordable all-electric vehicle. Michael Granoff has had an interesting perspective in the world of mobility and after angel investing, eventually found his way into the VC world by founding Maniv...
2020-12-2349 min
Definitely Uncertain: The Private Wealth PodcastWhy Invest in Secondary Private Equity? - Ep 23This podcast is brought to you from goldrockcap.com
Michael Granoff, Founder, and CEO at Pomona Capital, speaks to us about the private equity secondary market, and his thoughts on this presidential election.
2020-11-0437 min
The Devil in Detail#21 Red, White & Black Part 3 After two weeks of mind blowing guest appearances Eli and Ben finally get back to the exhaustive task of meticulously dissecting every Grendel story, panel and page as only two obsessed cartoonists could! This episode features three stories from the Red, White and Black anthology that elaborate on the 'Devil by the Deed' graphic novella which play with the living, literary structure of one of comics' greatest narrative tapestries! Phil Hester and Ande Parks give us our most intimate look into the devil-tinged schemes of Barry Pulumbo in 'Devil Crossed'! Michael Avon Oeming revisits and revises Grendel's first cla...
2020-10-121h 13
Sounds Like InfrastructureThe Chat Lab - 03. Maniv Mobility (Bonus)Michael Granoff, Founder and Managing Partner of Maniv Mobility, on MaaS | Episode 3 | The Chat Lab
If you are a mobility enthusiast, you'll enjoy #TheChatLab, a YouTube program in which our colleagues interview other experts in the sector. You can also listen to it as a podcast. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8l-qQaea7cjtdSUU2D_Ba8UVpQFiW99e
Do you want to learn all about the current trends of “Mobility as a Service” (MaaS)?
In this episode of #TheChatLab, we speak with Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, a mobility forum that invests in large start-ups in the sector. Mich...
2020-10-0931 min
Sounds Like Infrastructure by FerrovialThe Chat Lab - 03. Maniv MobilityMichael Granoff, Founder and Managing Partner of Maniv Mobility, on MaaS | Episode 3 | The Chat LabIf you are a mobility enthusiast, you'll enjoy #TheChatLab, a YouTube program in which our colleagues interview other experts in the sector. You can also listen to it as a podcast. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8l-qQaea7cjtdSUU2D_Ba8UVpQFiW99eDo you want to learn all about the current trends of “Mobility as a Service” (MaaS)?In this episode of #TheChatLab, we speak with Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, a mobility foru...
2020-09-0231 min
Micromobility64: Getting to a Better Place with mobility - Michael Granoff from Maniv MobilityThis week, Oliver interviews Michael Granoff, partner at Maniv Mobility, an early stage investment firm specialising in transport technologies including micromobility. Michael has been around the mobility space a long time, and we had a great discussion about the boom and bust nature of new transport tech. Specifically, we talk about: - Michael’s background, his journey through energy security and getting into electrification of mobility, involvement with Better Place, and subsequent founding of Maniv Mobility - How his thesis has changed over time from electric, to autonomous to micromobility - Dis...
2020-03-1936 min
Ride AI64: Getting to a Better Place with mobility - Michael Granoff from Maniv MobilityThis week, Oliver interviews Michael Granoff, partner at Maniv Mobility, an early stage investment firm specialising in transport technologies including micromobility. Michael has been around the mobility space a long time, and we had a great discussion about the boom and bust nature of new transport tech.
Specifically, we talk about:
- Michael’s background, his journey through energy security and getting into electrification of mobility, involvement with Better Place, and subsequent founding of Maniv Mobility
- How his thesis has changed over time from electric, to autonomous to micromobility
- Discussion about their existing investments, including Phantom Auto, Bolt Bik...
2020-03-1936 minRide AI64: Getting to a Better Place with mobility - Michael Granoff from Maniv MobilityThis week, Oliver interviews Michael Granoff, partner at Maniv Mobility, an early stage investment firm specialising in transport technologies including micromobility. Michael has been around the mobility space a long time, and we had a great discussion about the boom and bust nature of new transport tech.
Specifically, we talk about:
- Michael’s background, his journey through energy security and getting into electrification of mobility, involvement with Better Place, and subsequent founding of Maniv Mobility
- How his thesis has changed over time from electric, to autonomous to micromobility
- Discussion about their existing investments, including Phantom Auto, Bolt Bik...
2020-03-1936 minThe Micromobility PodcastGetting to a Better Place with mobility - Michael Granoff from Maniv MobilityThis week, Oliver interviews Michael Granoff, partner at Maniv Mobility, an early stage investment firm specialising in transport technologies including micromobility. Michael has been around the mobility space a long time, and we had a great discussion about the boom and bust nature of new transport tech.Specifically, we talk about: - Michael’s background, his journey through energy security and getting into electrification of mobility, involvement with Better Place, and subsequent founding of Maniv Mobility
2020-03-1936 min
Smarter CarsMichael Granoff - A VC Perspective - Maniv MobilityIn this episode, we talk with Michael Granoff, Managing Partner at Maniv Mobility, for a year-end wrap on the transportation landscape from a venture capital perspective. We discuss his firm’s investments and focus, the future of transportation in cities, the iteration of micromobility form factors and the need for cities to include all modes in their planning, from public transit to ride hail to micromobility solutions.
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2019-12-2029 min
WE Earth Radio: Conversations That Make A Difference with Michael Stone and GuestsJonathan Granoff ~ The Illuminated HafizJonathan Granoff is President of the Global Security Institute, Representative to the United Nations for the Permanent Secretariat of the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, and Ambassador for Peace, Security and Nuclear Disarmament of The Parliament of the World's Religions. He serves on numerous advisory and governing boards, including the International Law Section of the American Bar Association, Bawa Muhaiyaddeen Fellowship, Universal Sufi Council, World Wisdom Council, Tikkun, International Association of Sufism, Middle Powers Initiative, the Jane Goodall Institute, and the Parliamentarians for Nuclear Nonproliferation and Disarmament. A Fellow of the World Academy of Arts and Science, Jonathan...
2019-12-1753 min
Inspire Nation Show with Michael SandlerDISCOVER INNER PEACE & HELP BRING PEACE TO THE WORLD! Plus a Guided Meditation! Jonathan Granoff Plus MeditationIf you’ve ever wanted true peace in your life, then do we have the show for you! Today I’ll be talking with Jonathan Granoff, attorney, author, international advocate, senior advisor and UN Representative of the permanent secretariat of The World Summits of Nobel Peace Laureates, Ambassador for Peace, Security and Nuclear Disarmament of the Parliament of the World Religions, and Chair of the Task Force on Nuclear Non-proliferation and Advisor to the Committee on National Security of the International Law Section of the American Bar Association Today I want to have a deep disc...
2019-09-1600 min
Macro Micro Michael Marco & Startups at the Edge (M4Edge)Mobility Miniseries part4: Mike Granoff of Maniv Mobility Ventures, rounds out our miniseriesWe cap our mobility mini-series from a different perspective: that of Mike Granoff, Managing Partner of Maniv Mobility, a venture capital firm that specializes in...mobility and the future of transportation. As an investor, Mike has to look at the entire mobility landscape, and his success and reputation are not... 'riding' on a single solution.We kick off the podcast with our trademark "why on earth are you doing this?", and the answer will surprise you. It will also explain why Mike takes a very broad and strategic view of the disruption to mobility and transportation. The...
2019-09-1242 min
Ascending: Olim Entrepreneurial PlaybookRevolutionizing Transportation Forever: Michael Granoff of Maniv MobilityPlease enjoy this powerful episode with VC Michael Granoff of Maniv Mobility.
In this episode we touch upon topics such as:
- Israel's place in the VC ecosystem
- The importance of developing clear energies particularly for transportation
- Michael's role in Better Place, a revolutionary and ambitious company that looked to bring electric cars to Israel
- The importance of failure as a means for success and why that process makes Israel the start-up nation.
Thank you so much for your interest in...
2019-06-1342 minFrom the Midwest to the Middle EastInvesting In The Future Of MobilityLast Updated 10 months ago ago
Tune into this week’s podcast while Philip speaks with Michael Granoff, founder and managing director of Maniv Mobility and past board member of Better Place. As he’s also been involved in three U.S. Presidential campaigns and in 2010 received Brandeis University’s Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship, they had much to talk about. Enjoy.
The post Investing In The Future Of Mobility appeared first on Philip Stein & Associates.
2018-12-1025 min
Age of AdoptionDisrupting the Mobility Industry with Michael Granoff, Founder and Managing Director at Maniv MobilityWelcome to the fourth episode of Raising Your Antenna, your source for in-depth insight from leaders in emerging technology. We are excited to have Michael Granoff, founder and managing director of Maniv Mobility. Aside from several startup boards, Michael serves on the board of Securing America’s Future Energy (SAFE), a Washington, DC-based policy and advocacy organization he helped establish in 2004.
Michael has been involved in three US Presidential campaigns and he received Brandeis University’s Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship in 2010.
Tune is as we talk about...
Hear about Michael's background in the mobi...
2018-09-1437 min
LINER NOTESMcCoy TynerILLUMINATION McCoy Alfred Tyner is best remembered from the John Coltrane Quartet. In the past decades since he has become one of the major pianists and composers, expanding the vocabulary of color and harmony. His lusty piano is richly percussive and hammering, while full of cascading and romantic sounds. His unique and forceful style has inspired and influenced a whole new generation of musicians. Tyner was born in Philadelphia on December 11, 1938, the oldest of three children. He was encouraged to study piano by his mother. He finally began studying the...
2013-09-1840 min