S2 E4 - Alex Dang and SC Moatti

This Week on Silicon Valley Impact On this week’s episode of Silicon Valley Impact, we speak with Alex Dang, author of The Venture Mindset, and SC Moatti, General Partner at Mighty Capital. About Alex Dang Alex has spent over 20 years building innovations that make a difference. At Amazon and AWS AI, his teams launched groundbreaking eCommerce programs, redefined shopping experiences, and developed AI-driven products. During his time at McKinsey, he helped companies leverage technology to launch digital ventures and reimagine customer experiences. During COVID, Alex co-founded and served as CEO of a digital health platform designed to connect cancer patients with the care they need. He is also the co-author of The Venture Mindset, a bestselling guide to launching new ventures. Today, he advises global organizations on product and technology strategy while mentoring early-stage startups. Alex is passionate about exploring new ideas and using technology to create meaningful impact. About SC Moatti SC earned her MBA from Stanford and spent the first decade of her career as an entrepreneur and product manager, pioneering the cloud, mobile, and social revolutions with industry leaders like Siebel Systems and Meta. Her work has been recognized with awards from The Emmys and The Wall Street Journal, earning her a reputation as “a genius at making products people love.” Her award-winning bestseller on what makes a great product led to the founding of Products That Count, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps professionals build outstanding products—reaching and inspiring 1 in 3 product managers globally. SC’s journey into venture capital was a natural extension of her deep expertise in product management. Through her product community, she identified and invested in pioneering companies like Amplitude (NASDAQ: AMPL), Groq, and Canela. She co-founded Mighty Capital alongside her inimitable partner, Jennifer Vancini. About Mighty Capital Mighty Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that capitalizes on the growing influence of product management in corporate success. The firm leverages SC Moatti’s Products That Count network—comprising over 500,000 product managers and CPOs—to gain unique insights into emerging startups and corporate needs. Mighty Capital’s focus on the product management revolution has led to high returns and minimized risk. The firm’s notable investments include Amplitude, Groq, and Canela. Founders and institutional investors praise Mighty Capital for its exceptional value, rapid execution, and ability to identify trends early. Tune In to Silicon Valley Impact 📻 Silicon Valley Impact airs on KPCR 92.9 FM in Los Gatos and 101.9 FM in Santa Cruz every Tuesday at 3 PM. 🌎 Not in the South Bay or Santa Cruz? Listen online at kpcr.org. 📲 Follow & Listen to Past Episodes: 🎙️ Spotify: Silicon Valley Impact on Spotify 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Silicon Valley Impact on Apple Podcasts 📺 YouTube: Silicon Valley Impact on YouTube "Disclaimer: The opinions expressed by the host and guests on Silicon Valley Impact are for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial advice or a solicitation. Listeners are encouraged to consult with a professional before making any financial or business decisions."