Family Office Investing ft. Trey Natherson
Fri Feb 06 2026
In this episode, Chris interviews Trey Natherson, an investor from a family office, who shares his unique journey into investing and the insights he has gained from his entrepreneurial background. They discuss the importance of founder characteristics, red flags to watch out for in potential founders, the necessity of market validation, and the art of seeking feedback. Trey emphasizes the need for founders to focus on proof of concept and to connect with the right investors, providing valuable advice for those looking to raise capital.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Trey Natherson
00:29 Trey's Unique Path to Investing
03:41 The Importance of Founder Personality
10:23 Qualities That Scare Investors
14:59 Understanding Market Fit and Validation
17:49 The Importance of Early Feedback
28:12 Final Advice for Founders
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In this episode, Chris interviews Trey Natherson, an investor from a family office, who shares his unique journey into investing and the insights he has gained from his entrepreneurial background. They discuss the importance of founder characteristics, red flags to watch out for in potential founders, the necessity of market validation, and the art of seeking feedback. Trey emphasizes the need for founders to focus on proof of concept and to connect with the right investors, providing valuable advice for those looking to raise capital. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Trey Natherson 00:29 Trey's Unique Path to Investing 03:41 The Importance of Founder Personality 10:23 Qualities That Scare Investors 14:59 Understanding Market Fit and Validation 17:49 The Importance of Early Feedback 28:12 Final Advice for Founders Join the Next Round community Follow the show on YouTube