We're excited to chat with Luke Skertich, a Principal at FJ Labs. Prior to his role at FJ, Luke transitioned from a pre-med background to a career in product management. FJ Labs, known for its focus on early-stage marketplace businesses, has invested in industry giants such as Alibaba, Uber, and Airbnb. In this episode, Luke delves into his journey from pre-med to venture capital, shares insights on investing in marketplace platforms, and explores the dynamics of balancing supply and demand.
Episode Chapters:
1. Initial Career Path - 1:26
2. Portfolio Value Add - 5:19
3. FJ Founding Story - 6:41
4. What is a Marketplace? - 8:55
5. Attractive Marketplace Attributes - 12:38
6. Evaluating a Marketplace/Competitive Landscape - 15:32
7. API Enabled Marketplaces - 22:06
8. AI Enhancing the User Experience - 26:15
9. SaaS Enabled Marketplaces - 28:15
10. Ending Questions - 31:23
As always, feel free to contact us at partnerpathpodcast@gmail.com. We would love to hear ideas for content, guests, and overall feedback.
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