Honda Xcelerator Ventures

Raymond Zheng joins Jack Crawford to discuss his journey from Cisco to leading Honda Accelerator Ventures. They explore the significance of networking and insights from the corporate venture capital community. The conversation highlights Honda Accelerator Ventures' mission, emphasizing sustainability and their investment stages, with a focus on the startup Silk. Raymond shares how Honda adds value to startups through unique structure and co-investment strategies. They delve into the role of speed, syndication, AI, and robotics in the venture ecosystem, balancing investment returns with strategic impact. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions and a glimpse into Raymond's morning routines.