Leland+ for Venture Capital

Example Market Deep Dive: LLMs in Legal Tech

Explore the impact of LLMs on the legal profession, uncovering key trends, successful applications, and risks in legal tech.

How to transition from college to corporate [8/26/2026] (Recording)

Are you a recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate looking to make a seamless transition from college to a corporate career in AI? Join me, David, for an insightful session on how to navigate this pivotal phase of your career journey. With extensive experience in talent acquisition at top companies like Meta, Intuit, and Andreessen Horowitz, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out in the competitive AI job market. In this event, we'll cover essential topics such as networking strategies, skill-building, and interview preparation to equip you with the tools you need to succeed. Whether you're aiming to land your first job or looking to enhance your career prospects, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable advice. Spaces are limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today. I look forward to helping you kickstart your corporate career in AI!

Networking vs Community- How I got into a16z and others [7/17/2026] (Recording)

Are you looking to break into the AI industry but unsure how to to build a community? Join me, David, for an insightful session on "Networking vs Community" where we'll explore effective job search strategies and networking techniques tailored for AI careers. With experience in talent acquisition at top companies like Meta, Intuit, and Andreessen Horowitz, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out in the competitive AI job market. My background in people analytics from The Wharton School and my ongoing studies in coaching further enhance my ability to guide you through this journey. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to leverage both networking and community-building to advance your AI career. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

The Insider’s Playbook: A Structured Approach to Breaking Into Venture [8/28/2026] (Recording)

The Insider’s Playbook: A Structured Approach to Breaking Into Venture Breaking into venture capital often feels like trying to enter a closed room without a key. In this interactive livestream, we will demystify the VC recruitment process and provide a step-by-step roadmap to land your dream role. What You’ll Learn: The Recruitment Landscape: How VC hiring actually works behind closed doors. Building a Standout Thesis: How to source, evaluate, and present investment ideas that get noticed. Networking Strategy: Actionable ways to build genuine relationships with venture partners and decision-makers. Action Plan: Proven frameworks to structure your job search, hone your narrative, and ace the interview. Whether you are a student, career switcher, founder, or operator looking to transition to the buy-side, this session will equip you with a concrete strategy to break into VC.

Banking to Buy-Side: IB & Venture Playbook [6/17/2026] (Recording)

Many finance professionals see investment banking as a stepping stone, but far fewer understand how to successfully make the jump to the buy side. This session is for candidates interested in venture capital, investing, and long-term finance careers who want a clearer roadmap for navigating that transition. You’ll learn how investment banking experience can be leveraged for buy-side opportunities, what firms look for in candidates making the move, and how to position yourself throughout the recruiting process. Join live to hear from two experts with extensive experience across both investment banking and venture capital and ask questions about your own career path. The speakers have firsthand experience navigating these industries and will share the patterns they see across successful transitions, common mistakes, and what differentiates candidates who break through. Expect practical insights and advice similar to what’s covered in 1:1 career coaching conversations.

30-60-90 guide for a new job [8/27/2026] (Recording)

Are you stepping into a new role in venture capital and want to make a strong impact from day one? Join me, David, for an insightful session on crafting a 30-60-90 day plan tailored for your new job. With my extensive experience in talent acquisition and strategy development at top firms like Andreessen Horowitz and Meta, I will guide you through essential skill-building and strategic planning to ensure your success in this dynamic field. This event is perfect for anyone looking to excel in their new venture capital role by developing a clear roadmap for their first three months. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot today!

Banking to Buy-Side: IB & Venture Playbook [5/18/2026] (Recording)

After this session, you'll understand how investment banking experience translates into a credible VC narrative and where most candidates lose the thread making that transition. We'll cover how to position deal experience for early-stage fund interviews, what VC firms actually look for in candidates coming from IB versus other paths, and how to think about sourcing as a differentiator when you have limited buy-side exposure. Attending live means you can bring your specific background and get a direct read on how it lands, which a recording cannot replicate. The coach works inside this industry and will share the patterns they see across candidates who successfully make this move, giving you a real look at how practitioners evaluate this transition.

Sector Overview: Deep Tech & Defense

Learn how VC approaches the Deep Tech and Defense industries. Learn about the market, key players, metrics, and valuations.

Sector Overview: Sustainability & Energy

Learn about the Sustainability and Energy industry and what VCs look for there. Check out key metrics, valuations, and major players in the space.

Sector Overview: AI/ML & Foundation Models

AI/ML & foundation models are huge in VC today. Check out this industry snapshot to get an industry overview, learn key metrics, industry players, and valuations.

Sector Overview: Crypto & Web3

Crypto has quickly become a huge industry. Check out its key growth drivers, sub-sectors, major players, and what excites VCs.

Sector Overview: Infrastructure & Security

Learn about Infrastructure and security, their sub-sectors, metrics, valuations, and VC must-knows.

Sector Overview: Healthcare & Digital Health

Learn about the Healthcare & Digital Health industries, their key players, metrics, valuations, and what VC's look for.

Sector Overview: Marketplaces

Learn about marketplaces, their key growth drivers, key players, metrics and benchmarks, and what VCs look for.

Sector Overview: Enterprise SaaS

Learn more about the Enterprise SaaS Industry, the market it operates in, sub-sectors, metrics, valuations, and what it means for VC.

Sector Overview: Fintech

Learn about the Fintech Industry, its sub-sectors, key players, valuations, and how VCs approach it

Sector Overview: Consumer Tech

Consumer Tech has a massive market. Learn about its key growth drivers, metrics, economics, and what excites VC's.

VC Recruiting Workbook

Template to articulate your unique value proposition and background story for VC recruiting; Evaluate your current track record and identify 3 goals to strengthen your candidacy over the next 90 days.

90-Day Action Plan Template for VC Recruiting

Create a comprehensive 90-day action plan for breaking into VC with your unique positioning.