Ben Horowitz on How a16z Was Built

In this episode of the a16z Podcast, Ben Horowitz, co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz, discusses the qualities that enable venture capital firms to last for decades, emphasizing the importance of culture and adaptable leadership. He contrasts Andreessen Horowitz's product-first approach with the investor-centric model of other firms, and explains why they chose not to compete directly with Y Combinator in the early-stage company creation space. Horowitz also addresses the firm's structure as a collection of specialized teams, the challenges of venture firms going public, and their approach to fund sizing. The conversation further explores the firm's investment strategies in emerging trends like AI and Web3, the regulatory environment's impact on innovation, and the firm's commitment to supporting founders throughout their entire journey.