Ben Horowitz on How a16z Was Built
Erik Torenberg sits down with Ben Horowitz, Cofounder of a16z, for a candid conversation on venture capital, leadership, and the future of innovation. Recorded live at a16z’s Menlo Park offices in 2023, Ben shares practical wisdom and hard-earned lessons on navigating market cycles, building resilient companies, and why culture is a lasting competitive edge.
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0:00 Introduction
0:49 Building a Lasting Venture Firm
1:57 Product vs. Investor-Driven Firms
5:17 Evolution of Andreessen Horowitz
8:43 Fund Sizing & Market Opportunity
11:38 Recruiting & Culture at a16z
13:58 Supporting…
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