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EPISODE · Aug 7, 2025 · 25 MIN

Prioritizing Character Over Skill With Jonathan Hakakian Of SoundBoard Venture Fund

from Emerging Managers

Well-tempered skills always go a long way in the realm of business. Nevertheless, a person’s character goes even further. Scott Kelly sits down with Jonathan Hakakian of the SoundBoard Venture Fund to discuss how they prioritize working with founders who perfectly balance confidence and humility. He explains how they determine the best ones through their in-depth assessment and rigorous diligence process. Jonathan also emphasizes how entrepreneurs must learn how to embrace failures and hurdles in their journey to hone their ability to work well under stress.

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Well-tempered skills always go a long way in the realm of business. Nevertheless, a person’s character goes even further. Scott Kelly sits down with Jonathan Hakakian of the SoundBoard Venture Fund to discuss how they prioritize working with...

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