Sep 18, 2024

In this episode, Amir interviews Keryn Koch, the Global Chief Human Resource Officer at Numerix, to discuss the M&A process from an HR perspective. They dive into the role of HR in mergers and acquisitions, the importance of culture, operational compliance, and effective communication. Keryn shares her experiences,...

Sep 11, 2024

In this episode, Amir hosts Jonathan Meyrowitz, Vice President of Talent and People at UP.Labs, to discuss the intricacies of hiring CEOs for early stage companies. They delve into topics such as the importance of deal dependency, the balance between hiring for the present versus future needs, and the unique context of...

Sep 6, 2024

In this episode, Amir Bormand speaks with Margaret Gabriel, Head of Talent at CoinFund, about the critical yet often delayed decision to hire a people leader in startups and VC firms. They dive into the concept of organizational debt, why talent leadership is undervalued early on, and how VCs and founders can shift...

Sep 4, 2024

In this insightful episode, Amir Bormand hosts Matt Birnbaum from Pear VC, diving deep into the intricacies of managing equity for early-stage startups. Matt shares actionable advice and crucial considerations to set your equity structure right from the beginning, highlighting the significance of aligning compensation...

Sep 3, 2024

In this podcast episode, Erica Waichman, Head of Talent and Community at Canvas Ventures, discusses the intricacies and expectations of a talent role in a venture capital firm. The conversation covers various topics, including Erica's background, the unique challenges of transitioning from agency and...