Emily Melton: Mechanics of Venture Investing, the Age of AI, and Implications for Boards

Emily Melton is a co-founder and Managing Partner at Threshold Ventures, a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm. We discuss her personal and professional journey through venture capital, from her early experiences to the founding of Threshold Ventures. Emily shares insights on the evolution of the venture industry and the mechanics behind successful venture investing. We also dive deep into the dynamics of VC-backed boards, exploring the strategic and oversight roles of investors, founders, and the crucial role of independent directors. We also address the question of diversity within the VC governance landscape. Finally, Emily offers her perspective on navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape, highlighting both opportunities and governance challenges for boards and management teams alike. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, or sharing this podcast on social media. You can also support the podcast by subscribing to the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at evanepstein.substack.com. This podcast is sponsored by the American College of Governance Counsel.