"Cut The Check" with Mack Meyer | VC Mx
"Cut The Check" is where venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship intersect, spanning emerging markets and beyond.
Hosted by Mack Meyer, we break down what it really takes to secure funding, straight from the investors writing the checks and the founders closing the rounds.
Each episode dives into the strategies behind winning term sheets, scaling startups, and making bold bets, featuring insightful conversations with top VCs, angel investors, and entrepreneurs.
From first checks to follow-ons and exits, Cut the Check delivers an unfiltered, inside look at the art of deal-making and the future of venture capital.
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"Cut The Check" with Mack Meyer | VC Mx
Power, Policy, & Perspective, Mx's Political Future & Why Tech Can't Ignore It
In this conversation, Mack Meyer and Alex González Ormerod delve into the intricate relationship between politics, journalism, and technology in Mexico. They explore Alex's journey into journalism, the establishment of the Mexico Political Economist, and the challenges and opportunities within the tech landscape in Latin America. The discussion also covers the implications of recent judicial reforms, the evolving political landscape under Claudia Sheinbaum, and the significance of the informal economy. They highlight the importance of understanding the U.S.-Mexico relationship and the future of foreign investment in Mexico.
Chapters
00:00
Intro
00:57
Background
03:52
The Journey into Journalism and Politics
04:31
Early Childhood
05:28
The Birth of the Mexico Political Economist
09:36
Understanding the Nuances of Latin American Tech
10:33
Is Mexican politician coverage underreported?
11:31
Whitepaper
12:28
Biden Administration & Mexico's Politics
15:17
The Mexican Political Economist First Article
16:31
Why Paywall From the Start?
18:06
Mexico's Recent Judicial Reform
21:46
Could Judicial Reforms Propel Tech in Mexico?
24:18
The Rise of SMEs in Mexico
26:29
The Importance of Cornershop Acquisition in Mexico
28:36
The Mexicanization of US Politics
29:40
Mexico is a Pretend Federal Republic
32:19
State of Mexico's Political Parties
34:05
Sheinbaum's Political Strategy
35:55
Trade Dynamics: USMCA and Tariffs
38:48
The Role of Domestic Consumption in Mexico's Economy
40:27
Nearshoring: Mexico's Strategic Advantage
41:12
Mexico's Informal Economy
44:23
Mexico Is Irrelevant Because It Works Well Enough
46:33
Legacy Companies Need Competition
48:08
Misconceptions About Mexico Politics
49:58
Vision for Mexico Political Economist
53:42
Outro
Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond.
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