In this episode, Brooke interviews Matt Walsh, co-founder of Castle Island Ventures, a venture capital firm carving a niche in the blockchain industry. Matt Walsh shares his compelling journey from traditional finance to the cutting edge of blockchain technology. He details the inception, vision, and strategic focus of Castle Island Ventures, illuminating their unique approach to early-stage blockchain investments. The conversation provides an insider's perspective on navigating the complex regulatory landscape, strategies for dealing with market fluctuations, and the firm's content and community engagement initiatives. Reflecting on past deals and the road ahead, Matt offers insights into the evolution and prospects of the blockchain space.

Key Points From This Episode:

- Overview of Matt Walsh’s background

- Transition to Blockchain and formation of Castle Island Ventures

- Regulatory environment and challenges, including the three bills that, if passed, Matt thinks would be tremendously positive for the crypto industry

- Dealing with market trends

- Content strategy and community engagement

- Reflecting on investment decisions

- The future of Blockchain and crypto

Links

Matt Walsh on LinkedIn

Castle Island Ventures

Brooke Pollack on Twitter

Brooke Pollack on LinkedIn

Hutt Capital