Jayson Dombele sat down with Hilton Irons, an investor from Listen Ventures, to dive into the world of venture capital. They covered a range of topics, starting with what life looks like as a junior VC, including the importance of building relationships and staying on top of industry trends.

Hilton shares some of the biggest challenges that VCs face in the industry, such as deal flow, portfolio management, and the need to identify promising startups before they become too expensive. They also discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion in venture capital and the need to support underrepresented founders and communities.

Finally, the conversation turns to consumer venture capital, and Hilton shares his insights on how it differs from other types of VC and why he decided to focus on this niche. They cover topics such as understanding consumer behavior, the impact of technology on consumer trends, and the unique challenges and opportunities that come with investing in consumer-facing companies.