S6 Ep5 - David Pakman - Co-founder Apple Music

David Pakman, Managing Partner at CoinFund, discusses his experience at Apple and the impact of the company on the music industry. He also shares insights into the future of crypto beyond coins and the exciting businesses in the crypto space. Additionally, he provides advice on what makes a compelling pitch deck.TakeawaysApple's ability to attract top talent and its focus on user experience were key factors in its success.Spotify has revolutionized the music industry by pioneering the streaming model and offering personalized experiences.Crypto has the potential to transform various industries, including finance, gaming, and cross-border payments.Specialist VCs in the crypto space have an advantage over generalist funds due to their deep domain knowledge.A compelling pitch deck should highlight the team's expertise, market understanding, and the unique qualities of the product.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:19 Apple's Special Qualities03:01 Fostering Creativity at Apple05:08 Apple Post-Steve Jobs07:02 Impact of Spotify on the Music Industry13:37 The Future Opportunity of Crypto16:36 Crypto Use Cases Beyond Coins24:15 Exciting Businesses in the Crypto Space26:24 Generalist Funds in the Crypto Market28:28 What Makes a Compelling Pitch Deck30:21 Where to Find David Pakman and CoinFund Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.