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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The relationship between venture firms and founders is crucial; deep trust is built early on, and it's challenging to establish that trust later in the company's lifecycle.

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Marc Andreessen | The Future of Venture Capital

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

Marc Andreessen | The Future of Venture Capital

06/11/25

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Marc Andreessen

06/11/25

@ Uncapped with Jack Altman

The relationship between venture firms and founders is crucial; deep trust is built early on, and it's challenging to establish that trust later in the company's lifecycle.

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