Why Tech VC Dave Whorton Threw Out The Silicon Valley Playbook

06 May 2025 • 62 min • EN
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Dave Whorton is an experienced tech investor and founder who spent 20 years of his career at the highest levels of Silicon Valley venture capital and tech startups. He worked directly at the top venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins and co-founded four companies, including drugstore.com and Good Technology. He is also the founder of the Tugboat Institute and the author of the brand new book, Another Way. Dave joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss his remarkable career, the pros and cons of the Silicon Valley growth strategy, and the Evergreen Companies that achieve lasting, sustainable growth. Special Thanks to the Sponsors of the Elevate Podcast Shopify: Sign up for your $1/month trial period at ⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠ Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job’s visibility at ⁠⁠Indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠. NPM Tech Unheard Podcast: Tune into Tech Unheard from Arm and NPM—wherever you get your podcasts. Northwest Registered Agent: Don’t wait—protect your privacy, build your brand, and set up your business in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit ⁠⁠https://northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate⁠⁠ today. Quince: Go to quince.com/elevate for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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