How to Pivot from Non-Profit Executive Director to VC? Marlon Evans (VC) | Nex Cubed (Redwood City, CA) | (Season 3: Episode 3)

Diverse Tech Founders Media

English - May 01, 2023 13:19 - 1 hour - 135 MB
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Marlon Evans is CEO of Nex Cubed, an innovation investor that infuses capital to accelerate and scale frontier tech companies.

With the recent launch of a $40M fund targeting HBCUs, we discuss the impact that college football at Stanford and being a Girl Dad has had on Marlon's leadership style and penchant for identifying superstar founders and LPs.

-One chance encounter generated a benefactor turned mentor who set Marlon on his VC journey.

-As a former college football play, Marlon learned how to tackle adversity both on and off the field, while supporting his family.

-If you are an emerging manager or founder looking to tap into a second wind, this may be the most important interview you hear this week.

Why Interview Marlon Evans?

Marlon has experience closing flagship funds from Silicon Valley.

You'll learn one of the biggest differences in founders from HBCUs and how to help them succeed.

What Will I Learn From This Episode?

As a founder or emerging fund manager, you'll learn how to balance high standards with a humanized approach.

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See you inside…

Questions Answered Inside:

1. Who is Marlon Evans?

2. Which NFL great had the most impact on your VC journey?

3. What's different about Nex Cubed?