Michael Palank – What are the parallels between Venture Capital and Hollywood?

About This Episode

Michael Palank is a General Partner at MaC Venture Capital and has been since it was established in January 2019. He has played a vital role in identifying and investing in seed-stage consumer and enterprise startups across various sectors. Prior to joining MaC, Michael held the esteemed position of General Partner at M Ventures, a prominent early-stage venture fund with locations in Los Angeles and the Bay Area.

Through his wealth of experience and unwavering passion for innovation, Michael Palank continues to make a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape, consistently driving growth and success for the ventures he supports.

👂 Listen to the Primer Episode here – https://youtu.be/n6c61RZF-9Q

🕒 Time stamps –

00:00 – An introduction to Michael Palank
01:30 – What makes the LA VC scene unique and special?
07:04 – Where's better – LA or Miami?
08:13 – What are the parallels between Venture Capital and Hollywood?
14:27 – Will more artists and TV stars get into funding start-ups?
18:44 – Why venture capital is all about relationships
25:31 – What milestones and challenges will every founder face on their journey?
27:09 – How to get very comfortable with the "what ifs"
27:20 – What is MaC Venture Capital?
34:21 – What's the best piece of advice for anyone wanting to enter the LA VC eco-system?
38:00 – Where's the best place to find Michael online?

🔗 Michael Palank's links –

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpalank/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mpalank101/?hl=en
Twitter – https://twitter.com/mpalank101
Web – https://macventurecapital.com/team/michael-palank/

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