In this episode, Joel Palathinkal welcomes Jason Torres, who discusses his transition from venture and private equity to entrepreneurship. Jason shares networking tips, career advice, and insights for young finance professionals, including grooming and interview strategies. They explore working across U.S. regions, scaling, and angel investments, touching on institutional mandates and healthcare equity. Jason dives into health equity foundations, investment impact, and offers guidance for emerging managers and early investors. The episode wraps up with insights on conviction development, competitive advantages, and building relationships with LPs. (0:00) Introduction and Trust Building with Institutional Investors (0:43) Introduction to Guest Jason Torres (2:12) Jason Torres' Venture and Private Equity Background (3:31) Early Career and Entrepreneurial Transition (5:48) Networking and Professional Relationship Maintenance (7:42) Tips for Young Finance Professionals (9:24) Standing Out in the Finance Industry (12:00) Personal Grooming and Interview Tips (15:00) Working in Different U.S. Regions (17:50) Scale, Leverage, and Angel Investing Strategies (27:00) Institutional Mandates and Community in Healthcare Equity (30:03) Health Equity Foundations and Investment Impact (31:25) Healthcare Access, Outcomes, and Cost Analysis (33:18) Investment Entry Points and Theses (37:57) Emerging Managers and Early Investor Advice (41:37) Conviction Development and Competitive Edge (44:47) Coaching, Self-reflection, and Sales Strategies for Founders (51:02) Qualifying LPs and Relationship Building