Geoff Lewis is a titan in the VC world as both the lead investor and founder of Bedrock Capital, the firm backing some of the world best-known tech companies. Geoff joins Tyler and Sterling on the podcast to share his insights on venture capital and what it takes to consistently make money for LPs. Geoff discusses the unique decision to raise Bedrock's fund size in a time when other funds are downsizing, the importance of assessing founders and their unique qualities, and the challenges and rewards of starting a venture capital firm. He also shares his thoughts on the future of social media, the venture capital industry, and the power of authenticity in building strong partnerships. Chapters 00:04:10 - Why Bedrock Is Upsizing Their Fund Structure. 00:06:54 - How Geoff Assesses Entrepreneurs and Raises Capital. 00:10:10 - Building Relationships Brings Smart Investments 00:14:13 - Achieving Work-Life Integration For Entrepreneurs. 00:17:49 - Why The Best Founders Are Authentic 00:21:29 - Different Investment Styles in VC 00:26:44 - When To Double Down 00:38:04 - The OpenAI Situation 00:40:37 - Geoff's Hot Takes 00:57:08 - Rapid Fire and Wrap-up We think you'll love this conversation. Don't miss hearing from one of the industry's top investors and operators.
