E60: Emerging Manager Alpha At Scale with Michael Downing

Michael Downing sits down with David Weisburd to discuss emerging manager venture funds, the MDSV Capital Extension Program, and the effect of market conditions on fundraising. They also discuss the role of MDSV in the venture capital landscape, portfolio construction, LP expectations, and Michael’s background as an entrepreneur and investor. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on the importance of not overlooking emerging managers as a key part of the venture ecosystem.

Speakers

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Michael Downing

Guest • 83%

David Weisburd

Host • 17%

Chapters

0:00	Episode preview and discussion on outliers in emerging manager funds
6:00	Overview of the MDSV Capital Extension Program
9:45	Sponsor: Deel
13:13	Impact of market conditions on fundraising
16:37	Role of MDSV in the venture capital landscape
20:27	Portfolio construction and expectations of LPs
23:31	Michael Downing's background as an entrepreneur and investor
25:32	10X Capital Podcast Newsletter
26:27	The importance of not overlooking emerging managers in venture capital
27:38	Please visit & subscribe to the 10X Capital Podcast YouTube channel

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