As the pioneer in litigation finance, Burford Capital has a unique perspective on the industry's future. CEO Christopher Bogart discusses litigation funding and shares his predictions for the evolving legal finance landscape. | Burford Capital CEO, Christopher Bogart
Discover the insider strategies and mindset that allowed David Weisburd, a seasoned venture capitalist, to turn a $7 million investment into a staggering $500 million exit. In this exclusive interview, David shares his unique approach to identifying and backing the most promising startups, and reveals the key traits he looks…
In this episode of The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership, Jess sits down with Anthony Di Iorio, co-founder of Ethereum and one of the earliest builders in the crypto ecosystem, for a wide-ranging conversation on Bitcoin, Ethereum, AI, decentralization, and personal sovereignty. Anthony shares how he first discovered…
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Giles Scott discusses his remarkable journey from youth sailor to SailGP driver. Hear about the experiences, decisions, and lessons learned that have shaped Scott's career and made him one of the most successful sailors of his generation.
In this episode of The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership, Jess sits down with serial entrepreneur Diaz Nesamoney to explore the evolution of data, AI, and the future of commerce. Diaz shares his journey from growing up across multiple countries to co-founding Informatica—one of the early enterprise software…
Venture capital isn’t luck — it’s math. Jess Larsen sits down with Jamie Rhode, Partner at ScreenDoor, to reveal how elite allocators consistently hit 3× returns and 20–25% CAGR over decades. They break down 42 years of VC data, the power law behind billion-dollar outcomes, and how top investors turn…
In this episode, Jess sits down with Ross Buhrdorf, Co-Founder and CEO of ZenBusiness, to unpack what it really takes to build companies that matter. From helping lead HomeAway through its massive growth and $3.9 billion exit to Expedia, to building ZenBusiness into a billion-dollar platform serving entrepreneurs across America,…
In this episode of The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership, Jess sits down with JP Newman, CEO of Thrive FP and founder of Fulfillionaire, for a powerful conversation about success, money, meaning, and what happens after you finally achieve the life you thought would make you happy. JP…
Anthony Di Iorio is building a future where complex execution becomes dramatically simpler. With his platform concept, As You Wish, the goal is to let a person type what they want and have coordinated AI agents plan, execute, and deliver across tasks that once required entire teams. From development and…
Anthony Di Iorio is raising a critical warning about the future of AI: if humans do not stay in control of the machines, we may slowly lose the ability to think independently and make decisions for ourselves. His concept of cognitive sovereignty is about preserving human agency in a world…
Anthony Di Iorio has been working toward a bold concept: the one-person company. With the right tools, AI agents, decentralized infrastructure, and automated systems, one person could potentially execute projects that once required massive teams and global coordination. That idea sits at the center of As You Wish, a platform…
JP Newman shares a deeply emotional story about helping a family that had fled adversity in search of safety and stability. After months of uncertainty, isolation, and fear, they found themselves receiving genuine support with no hidden agenda, no sales pitch, and no expectation of anything in return. Their reaction…
JP Newman believes that success is ultimately a storytelling game. The most important stories are not the ones you tell other people—they're the ones you tell yourself. Whether you're building a company, pursuing a goal, or navigating a challenge, the narrative you create determines how you experience the journey. Too…
As AI continues to transform industries, JP Newman believes one thing will become even more valuable: genuine human connection. While technology can automate tasks, analyze data, and generate content, it cannot replace the relationships, trust, and shared experiences that bring people together. JP calls it "high human intelligence"—the power of…
JP Newman shares a powerful lesson from his career producing family films like Where the Red Fern Grows: the most memorable stories are both entertaining and meaningful. The best creators don't force values onto an audience—they weave timeless lessons into stories that inspire, uplift, and connect with people on a…
For decades, movies and pop culture have painted the Cayman Islands as a secretive offshore hiding place for questionable money. Daniel Altneu explains why that perception is no longer aligned with reality and how Cayman has worked aggressively to establish itself as a highly regulated, transparent financial jurisdiction. Today, Cayman…
Daniel Altneu explains that international residency and tax planning is one of the most specialized areas of law in the world. While many people focus on the headline benefits of relocating to jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands, the reality is that every move requires careful coordination between legal, tax, and…
According to Daniel Altneu, one of the biggest global shifts after the pandemic has been how wealthy families think about residency and relocation. The conversation is no longer driven purely by tax strategy. Today, families are prioritizing quality of life, safety, flexibility, and long-term planning for future generations. The Cayman…
According to Daniel Altneu, the appeal of the Cayman Islands is no longer limited to hedge fund managers and finance professionals. More families are relocating because Cayman offers something that many global cities struggle to provide today: security, community, and exceptional quality of life. With direct international access, top-tier healthcare,…
The residential project management space has long been highly fragmented, with small firms operating regionally and offering varying levels of service. Grant Bowen explains that most companies in this space consist of just a handful of people, often without standardized processes or consistent deliverables. Peak Projects took a different approach…
For many high-level clients, the goal is not just to complete a project, it is to create something that lasts. Grant Bowen highlights that these projects are often designed as legacy assets for families to enjoy across generations. This long-term perspective changes everything. Decisions are made with durability, meaning, and…
During World War II, Winston Churchill created a system to ensure he received unfiltered, objective information. Grant Bowen connects this idea directly to modern business, where leaders still face the same challenge: separating truth from bias. The lesson is simple but powerful. If you want better decisions, you need access…
When the stakes are high, intuition is not enough. Grant Bowen explains that clients making large investments want confidence rooted in facts, not assumptions. They rely on detailed reporting, structured analysis, and professional validation to guide their decisions. This level of rigor transforms uncertainty into clarity. It allows decision-makers to…
Alex Yeh predicts that within the next few years, AI will fundamentally change how organizations function. Every message, meeting, and workflow leaves a digital trace, and that trace can be automated, optimized, and managed by AI. As these systems improve, companies will rely less on manual coordination and more on…
