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In this candid Office Hours conversation, Charlie O'Donnell chats with Glenn Borok, investor at Jump Capital ($350M Fund VII), about what he’s seeing in early-stage investing—and why LinkedIn alumni are quietly becoming some of the most promising startup founders.

Glenn shares his unique journey from LinkedIn’s product strategy team to launching a LinkedIn alumni fund (Invest Ventures) backed by names like Jeff Weiner and Dan Shapiro. He also breaks down what makes a great founder pitch, how AI is transforming legacy industries like waste management and transportation, and what Jump Capital looks for in a Series A opportunity.

Whether you're raising capital or just curious about how thoughtful VCs evaluate opportunities, this is a must-watch conversation full of insight, strategy, and practical advice.

📍 Highlights include:
00:40 – Glenn’s path from LinkedIn to Jump Capital
03:30 – Why LinkedIn’s culture creates great founders
06:56 – What Glenn is uniquely excited to invest in (RevTech, Vertical AI)
09:15 – How to sell AI into old-school industries
11:54 – What Glenn looks for in a founder pitch
12:47 – Glenn’s participation in Open Office Hours

🧠 Key themes:
• Compassionate leadership & startup culture
• Breaking into legacy industries with AI
• Building venture funds around alumni networks
• How to impress a VC in 30 minutes