Venture Capital Episodes

Jeffrey Meshel is an entrepreneur, author, longtime board director, and renowned relationship-builder whose books include One Phone Call Away and Know Who You Know. Over decades in business, he has built a network of more than 15,000 relationships and served for 15 years on the board of Signature Bank. In this episode, Jeffrey challenges the traditional idea of networking and shares why authentic connection, trusting your instincts, giving without expecting anything in return, and genuinely caring about people can create extraordinary opportunities. A conversation about relationships, leadership, intuition, generosity—and what really makes someone worth knowing.

Lisa Morales Hellebo is a powerhouse with 30 years of experience across tech, design, systems thinking, entrepreneurship, and now venture capital. Lisa is the Founder & Co-Managing GP of REFASHIOND Ventures, a New York–based fund investing in early-stage startups that are radically transforming industrial value chains across Data & AI, Advanced Materials, Advanced Manufacturing, and Next-Gen Logistics. It’s about reimagining what’s possible when you combine relentless curiosity with deep conviction. Whether you’re an operator, investor, or changemaker, Lisa’s vision will challenge you to think bigger — and act bolder — at the intersection of innovation and impact.