Scott Painter, CEO of Autonomy sits down with David Weisburd to discuss how he creates value as a serial entrepreneur and why Elon Musk has been able to be successful through all his ventures. We’re proudly sponsored by Tactyc, visit tactyc.io if you’re ready to level up your venture fund.
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@TheScottPainter (Scott)
@dweisburd (David)
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LINKS:
Autonomy: https://www.autonomy.com/
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SPONSOR: Tactyc
The Limited Partner Podcast is proudly sponsored by Tactyc.
Tactyc is the first forecasting and planning platform for venture capital funds. The platform is rapidly increasing efficiency and data-driven workflows and already works with over 300 funds.
It's time that managers build and maintain dynamic portfolio models to guide data-driven decisions without being burdened by spreadsheets. The solution enables portfolio construction in minutes and enables managers to share their construction plans with potential LP investors.
Tactyc also enables managers to analyze probabilistic scenario outcomes on their portfolio companies and advanced reserve optimization techniques.
Check them out at tactyc.io
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Questions or topics you want us to discuss on The Limited Partner podcast? Email us at david@10xcapital.com
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TIMESTAMPS
(00:00) Episode Preview
(01:12) Scott’s Background and Focus on the Automotive Industry
(03:15) The Highs and Lows of Being an Entrepreneur
(05:01) Invest in Yourself if you Believe in Yourself
(07:00) Scott’s Definition of Success
(07:42) What being a “Visionary” in the Automotive Industry Means
(08:59) Owning a Car Shouldn’t Equate to Soul Crushing Debt
(10:26) Accessibility is a Way to Unlock Affordability
(11:49) What Autonomy is at its Core
(12:28) Episode Sponsor: Tactyc
(14:39) Autonomy’s Business Model
(17:35) Scott’s Friendship with Elon Musk
(21:47) How Autonomy Benefits from EV Tax Credits
(26:17) The Secret to Elon Musk’s Success
(28:39) Empowering Employees by Decoupling Risk and Reward
(30:21) The Future of SpaceX?
(38:53) The Flywheel of Wealth Creation
(39:49) Autonomy’s $100B Mission
(44:25) Is An Autonomy IPO on the Horizon?
(47:23) How to Contact Scott
