E45: Lindel Eakman on Whether Venture Capital Returns are Higher than Hedge Funds, Private Equity, and Buyout

Lindel Eakman sits down with David Weisburd to discuss his journey in the industry, the sustainability of a GP style, and the importance of culture fit in venture capital. They delve into generational transitions, conflicts in venture firms, and the persistence of LP returns, as well as Lindel’s investment strategies, views on search funds, and thoughts on seeding platform opportunities.

Speakers

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David Weisburd

Host • 22%

Lindel Eakman

Guest • 78%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction and Lindel Eakman's journey in the industry
6:58	Sustainability of a GP style and the role of culture fit in venture capital
12:00	Generational transitions and conflicts in venture capital firms
17:59	Sponsor: Deel, HR and Payroll platform for global work
18:31	Persistence of LP returns and backing Michael Kim and Cendana
22:36	Personal investment strategies and views on search funds
25:04	10X Capital Podcast Newsletter
25:11	Benchmarking and financial conservatism in venture capital investing
30:03	Seeding platform opportunities in the VC, LP space
31:15	Investment opportunities in secondaries
34:06	The future for Lindel Eakman and the role of founders in venture capital

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