In this episode, Joel Palathinkal chats with David Teten of Versatile VC about his career journey and founding Harvard Business School Alumni Angels of New York. David shares insights on transitioning to venture capitalism, addressing founders' challenges, and starting Versatile VC. They discuss emerging manager trends, co-investment strategies, sector-focused funds, and understanding LP motivations. David also offers advice on mentorship, public speaking, and crafting compelling pitch decks. The episode wraps up with a comparison of equity rounds and SAFE notes, tackling high startup valuations, and guidance for syndicate managers.