Mark Monroe - Managing Partner at From the Culture & Co-Creator of The Come Up Series. (DEI) Disrupt Everything with Innovation Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor CavnessHR delivers HR companies with 49 or fewer people with our HR platform and by providing you access to your own HRBP. www.CavnessHR.com Message your customers - https://www.tawk.to/?pid=byo1znq Payroll - https://offers.everee.com/cavness-hr Sales CRM for small business - https://refer.close.com/100cqlbfcgg5 Health Insurance and Benefits - https://www.peoplekeep.com/refer Mark’s Bio Mark Monroe is a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist based in Seattle, WA. With a rich background in tech startups, Mark is best known for founding MyUnfold, a pioneering tech platform that revolutionized recruitment processes. His leadership and vision culminated in the successful sale of MyUnfold to acquired in 2016, marking a significant milestone in his career. Following this exit, Mark transitioned into venture capital, where he spent five years operating under the radar, investing in and nurturing a range of promising startups. His keen eye for potential and commitment to innovation helped numerous early-stage companies flourish during this time. In his latest venture, Mark serves as a guiding force at From the Culture (FTC), where he dedicates his expertise to empowering startups that resonate with cultural significance and innovation. His approach combines a deep understanding of market dynamics with a passion for transformative ideas that challenge the status quo. Additionally, Mark is a co-founder and a pivotal figure at The Come Up Series, an innovative platform designed to educate and empower investors by demystifying the complexities of the stock market and investment strategies. Through The Come Up Series, Mark shares his extensive knowledge and insights, fostering a community of informed and savvy investors. Mark's journey through the realms of entrepreneurship, investment, and financial education has not only shaped his career but also made him a key figure in the startup ecosystem. He continues to inspire and support the next generation of entrepreneurs and investors, particularly in the tech, cultural, and financial sectors, making him a valuable connection for founders and angel investors alike. We talked about the following and other items Self-care, work-life balance, and fun activities for entrepreneurs and founders. Gaming industry layoffs and the impact of inflation and operational expenses on companies. Amazon's leadership change and Apple's partnership with OpenAI. Elon Musk's concerns about data privacy. Tech giants' data collection and privacy concerns. Economic leadership, spending, and debt. Forgiving student loan debt and its potential economic impact. Short-term vs long-term thinking in investing and universal basic income. Automation, job loss, and education. Personal choices and societal factors influencing behavior. Disrupting industries for diversity and inclusion. Being remarkable in work and life, with a focus on small, incremental improvements. Teaching children about money management and critical thinking. Creating a podcast series for young entrepreneurs. Seattle's startup scene, including challenges and opportunities. Startup funding in Seattle vs. Silicon Valley. AI advancements, generative AI, and future tech trends. AI, robotics, and simulation theory. Venture capital, investing, and entrepreneurship. Investing in tech stocks, including NASDAQ predictions. Tech companies' fundraising challenges and potential for growth. Startup success, traction, and expectations. Mentorship, investing, and company growth with a successful entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship, business model, and dedication. Startup founders, funding, and keynote speakers at a July summit. Startup pitches and funding at University of Washington. Startup investment and growth strategies with VCs and entrepreneurs. Planning a tech conference, including logistics and expectations. Access to opportunities and resources in different locations. Entrepreneurship, job market, and mental health. Entrepreneurship, startups, and hiring the right people. Entrepreneurship, AI, and investing. Entrepreneurship, startup challenges, and lessons learned. NFL teams' strengths and weaknesses, with emphasis on Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans. Mark’s Social Media Mark’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iammarkmonroe/ From The Culture Website: https://www.fromtheculture.co/ The Come Up Series: https://www.youtube.com/TheComeUpSeries Mark’s X: https://x.com/iammarkmonroe Mark’s Instagram: @iammarkmonroe Mark’s Advice One of the things that I've learned and it's been like this constant thing throughout my life and my career. It's a quote that started sticking with me during the pandemic after I had some time for real self ...
