‘The Technology Opportunity of Our Lifetimes’: Bessemer's Byron Deeter

In this episode of Goldman Sachs Exchanges, Ken Hirsch interviews Byron Deeter, a partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, about the venture landscape, AI, and the software industry. Deeter shares his background as a former software company CEO and discusses Bessemer's investment philosophy, including their "anti-portfolio" and roadmapping strategy. The conversation explores the evolving investment process in the age of AI, the potential for AI to transform the economy, and the opportunities for venture-backed companies. Deeter also touches on the importance of team dynamics, the benefits of AI in healthcare, and his involvement in sports, including a fitness program for startup founders. The episode concludes with a lightning round of questions covering Deeter's early career, investment strengths, and personal interests.