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Venture Investing in Mobility + Tech with University of Michigan’s Early-Stage Zell Lurie Commercialization Fund 39:30

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In this episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with David Brem, Managing Director of the University of Michigan’s Zell Lurie Commercialization Fund. David offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a student-led endowment fund focused on early-stage, sector-agnostic investments primarily in the Michigan ecosystem. He shares insights on their unique, founder-first investment approach, how they navigate pre-seed to Series A venture opportunities, and the rigorous due diligence process involving qualitative analysis over pure numbers. David also discusses his roles with global VC networks including Electro Ventures, the London Venture Capital Network, and Level Up Ventures, illustrating how he bridges U.S., European, and Australian venture ecosystems with a special focus on mobility and transportation tech. Highlights include deep dives into emerging trends like eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft), smart city infrastructure, and safety innovations in aviation technology. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on how diverse expertise—from military intelligence and management consulting to academic ventures—shapes David’s investment thesis and community-building efforts. The episode also explores the importance of networking, adding value in the startup ecosystem, and practical advice for aspiring investors or entrepreneurs navigating the venture capital world. With stories of successes, challenges, and future outlooks, this episode is a must-listen for innovators, founders, and investors aiming to understand the intersection of academia, technology, and venture capital in today’s dynamic landscape. Learn more about David's work at https://zli.umich.edu/zell-lurie-commercialization-fund/ Connect with David on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lowell-brem/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com…

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AI is a divisive topic. Some people are AI boosters while others are AI doomers. And then there are those of us who sit in the middle, feeling both sides are not just wrong but that they aren't experiencing a shared reality with the rest of us. In this episode, Kris and Matt are joined by Steve Klabnik to talk about the state of AI and the discourse around it.

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Table of Contents:

Prologue (01:35)
Chapter 1: Chemistry Is Just Alchemy Rebranded (07:30)
Chapter 2: Quantity Is A Quality All On Its Own (15:57)
Chapter 3: Optimizing The Individual, Not The Collective (25:39)
Chapter 4: What Is Fun? (30:09)
Chapter 5: Balancing The Good And The Bad [Supporter Only] (38:18)
Chapter 6: The Art of Constructive Criticism [Supporter Only] (38:28)
Chapter 7: Embracing The Meta (38:44)
Chapter 8: What's Popular Is Popular Because It's Popular (44:56)
Chapter 9: What Is A Computer? (51:29)
Chapter 10: What's Popular Is Popular Because It's Popular Part II (01:09:24)
Epilogue (01:14:09)

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(01:35) - Prologue
(07:30) - Chapter 1: Chemistry Is Just Alchemy Rebranded
(15:57) - Chapter 2: Quantity Is A Quality All On Its Own
(25:39) - Chapter 3: Optimizing The Individual, Not The Collective
(30:09) - Chapter 4: What Is Fun?
(38:18) - Chapter 5: Balancing The Good And The Bad [Supporter Only]
(38:28) - Chapter 6: The Art of Constructive Criticism [Supporter Only]
(38:44) - Chapter 7: Embracing The Meta
(44:56) - Chapter 8: What's Popular Is Popular Because It's Popular
(51:29) - Chapter 9: What Is A Computer?
(01:09:24) - Chapter 10: What's Popular Is Popular Because It's Popular Part II
(01:14:09) - Epilogue

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