{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67454ae9551084faf0e8758a/67b7c3676f2e96290ca94093?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"On Campus Ventures with Ken Horenstein, Pack Ventures","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67454ae9551084faf0e8758a/1740364616610-d9a2f4a0-ae03-43ad-96e2-72b92f4418fd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>Sound Investments: Exploring Seattle's VC Scene with Ken Horenstein</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Sound Investments, host Ed Barker delves into the Pacific Northwest venture capital ecosystem with Ken Horenstein, Founder and Managing Partner at Pack Ventures. Ken shares his personal journey in venture capital, from his educational roots at the University of Washington to his role in supporting Seattle-based startups. The discussion covers the founding and principles behind Pack Ventures, the fund's focus on UW-affiliated ventures, and the broader Seattle startup scene. Key topics include the diversification of investment sectors, the evolution of the venture space in Seattle, and the future potential driven by AI, biotechnology, and robotics. Ken also emphasizes the importance of building a community and sharing insights to foster innovation. The episode offers perspectives for anyone interested in venture capital, startups, and the dynamic technologies shaping the future.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Sound Investments</p><p>00:13 Meet Ken Horenstein: Founder at Pack Ventures</p><p>01:35 Ken's Entrepreneurial Journey</p><p>04:23 The Birth of Pack Ventures</p><p>05:54 Fund 1: Proof of Concept</p><p>10:00 Fund 2: Doubling Down on UW Ecosystem</p><p>12:45 Investment Strategy and Focus Areas</p><p>20:08 The Role of LPs and Fund Structure</p><p>25:31 Seattle's Unique Venture Ecosystem</p><p>26:58 AI and Local Capital Dynamics</p><p>29:47 Challenges and Opportunities in Life Sciences</p><p>32:05 Future of AI and Data in Healthcare</p><p>39:08 Exciting Projects and Investments</p><p>41:02 Staying Informed and Connected</p><p>44:50 Final Thoughts</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Your Host</strong></p><p>Ed Barker has enjoyed a weird and varied career. Ed is a Brit now resident in Seattle and has started three startups, enjoyed a long career in corporate strategy, and most recently was a VC. He's now building a podcast production company. Sound Investments is a small attempt to shine some light on the fantastic work being done in the Pac NW entrepreneurial community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Ken Horenstein</strong></p><p>A founder at heart, Ken has supported dozens of entrepreneurs in their fundraising over the last 5+ years. An alum of M12 - Microsoft's Venture Fund, Ken cofounded the Venture Out community and accelerator. He has also angel invested in multiple companies in the Seattle area. Ken is a Double Dawg with both a BA and MBA from the University of Washington.</p>","author_name":"Studio 1878"}