Hello, I'm Ted Sides, and this is Capital Allocators.

This show is an open exploration of the people and process behind capital allocation.

Through conversations with leaders in the money game, we learn how these holders of the keys to the

kingdom allocate their time and their capital. You can join our mailing list and access premium

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allocators or their firms. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied

upon as a basis for investment decisions. Clients of capital allocators or podcast guests may

maintain positions and securities discussed on this podcast. My guest on today's show is Ali

Hamad, the co-founder of Coventure and managing partner of the Coventure VC Fund.

Coventure is an innovative company that identifies invests in novel assets formed by the intersection

of technology and finance. The firm has a pre-seed venture capital fund, a direct lending fund, and a

crypto asset business, each of which has a creative twist on its market. Our conversation starts

with Ali's entrepreneurial path to the creation of co-venture and covers examples of previously

unpriced investment opportunities like produce receivables, Airbnb accounts,

and loans against employee stock options. We walk through the value of software development for

precede companies, finding niches in alternative lending, and the world of crypto assets.

Ali's lens on the world offers a fascinating perspective

on every aspect of early stage investing. Now, if I didn't say in advance, you'll be astounded

to hear that Ali is only 26 years old. He's certainly one to watch for the long term.

Please enjoy my conversation with Ali Hamid.

Ali, thanks for joining me. Yeah, thank you for having me. This is really, really great.

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