Lotan Levkowitz on The Deep Future and the Art of Venture Capital Investing

How do we shape the Deep Future? What role does venture capital play in fostering groundbreaking innovation? These are just some of the thought-provoking topics discussed in a recent podcast featuring Lotan Levkowitz, General Partner at Grove Ventures, in conversation with Omri Hurwitz.

In this insightful episode, Lotan shares his investment philosophy, reflecting on his journey in co-founding one of Israel’s leading VCs and how Grove Ventures has developed a distinct approach to startup investments.

“At the beginning, we saw many companies that we thought made sense, that had something good to offer, but just couldn’t find the right home. So, we were happy to be a bit contrarian and take on these projects. Then they worked great long-term. So, our VC has a bit more of a risk appetite,” Lotan explains.

The Power of People-First Investing

Lotan highlights the two core values that guide Grove Ventures:
✅ People First – Prioritizing founders, teams, and relationships as the key driver of success.
✅ Creating Value – Ensuring that every investment is about long-term impact, where financial success is a natural by-product of doing meaningful work.

In conclusion, as the venture capital landscape evolves, Lotan emphasizes the importance of identifying transformative technologies, nurturing talent, and taking calculated risks to build companies that will shape the future.

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