Endless Frontiers and the Future of American Innovation with Jordan Blashek, Managing Director America's Frontier Fund

At a hinge point when tech leadership determines the balance of geopolitical power, deep tech investment has never been more critical to America's future. Jordan Blashek, co-founder of America's Frontier Fund, brings his perspective on innovation for national advantage. From investing in defense tech to the newly launched Endless Frontiers, we discuss Jordan's vision for rebuilding American strength through strategic innovation and how Austin finds itself right in the thick of this transformation.

Episode Highlights

• America's Frontier Fund Mission
• Deep Tech Funding Models
• Managing Tech vs Market Risks
• Defense Tech Trends - M&A, Talent, Dual Use
• Family Offices as Strategic Investors
• US-China Tech Competition
• Launching Endless Frontiers
• Rebuilding American Strength
• Austin as a True Power Center
• What's Next Austin?
  • "Arts and Culture...It means the storytellers are here. The most creative people are here. And when you combine that with the existing resources and things we have I think this city has no limits."

Jordan Blashek: X/Twitter; LinkedIn

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