Evan Loomis, partner at Overmatch Ventures and co-founder of ICON, exemplifies Austin's entrepreneurial spirit in tackling audacious challenges. From revolutionizing construction to investing in frontier technologies, Evan shares his journey through Austin's rapidly evolving tech landscape and why now is the moment for critical tech. We don't shy away from some of the contentious issues arising from Austin's transformation.
Episode Highlights
- Introduction and Background of ICON
- Difference Between 3D Printing and Construction Robotics
- Cultural Dynamics of Innovation in Austin and Texas
- Investment Thesis of Overmatch Ventures
- Surge of Deep Tech and Critical Tech
- Technoeconomic Competition and World Order
- Contrarian Investing and Venture Capital
- The Pain Threshold of Founders
- Current Austin Ecosystem Vibe
- What's Next Austin?
- "I think Austin is going to be the center of America for working on the hardest problems, period."
What is Austin Next?
Austin's evolution into a global innovation superstar is at the heart of Austin Next. We uncover insights into the region's transformation and what it means for ecosystem building.
Our exploration extends to emerging trends, technologies, and their convergence. Using Austin as our real-world case study and experts from around the world, we aim to understand the true nature and mechanics of innovation.