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

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.

🕒 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/