Joys of Compounding
Episode 9 Celebrating the Life of John Glynn
Joys of Compounding

Episode 9: Celebrating the Life of John Glynn

Celebrating the Life of John Glynn

David Glynn is joined by Patrick O'Shaughnessy alongside Rick and Paul to honor the life & career of his father, John Glynn. John was a legendary investor, teacher, leader, father, and husband. His legacy is survived by Glynn Capital, an arbiter of mega-trends in technology.

(00:04:33) - (First question) - Celebrating John Glynn's legacy as a tech investor and teacher

(00:10:19) - John’s most notable investments

(00:11:31) - Investing in people-driven companies with committed entrepreneurs

(00:13:39) - John's pivot from law to venture capital to pursue innovation and risk-taking

(00:17:11) - How his father influenced David, melding success drive with a softer side

(00:20:05) - David attributes his parents' great marriage to presence and dedicated problem-solving

(00:23:47) - John's lifelong learning was fueled by his role as a coach at Glynn Capital

(00:28:08) - Why John valued ample market opportunities and the art of understanding people

(00:31:40) - Investing in Facebook early, recognizing the shift in communication

(00:37:07) - John’s passion for teaching was driven by a desire to learn and help others succeed

(00:42:11) - Creating case studies on active companies, fostering open-ended class discussions

(00:43:35) - Teaching new analysts the importance of maintaining integrity

(00:46:34) - The best questions to ask a CEO about their company

(00:51:06) - How John’s faith manifested in consistent action rather than spoken words

(00:52:15) - John's legacy at Glynn Capital

(00:54:17) - What may surprise people about John Glynn

(00:58:35) - Why David hopes his children inherit his father's strong work ethic in all areas of life

(00:59:21) - What David aspires to build at Glynn Capital

(01:02:24) - How John’s belief in the art of investing emphasized the intangibles

Celebrating the Life of John Glynn

Introduction

Rick
Today, we celebrate the extraordinary life of John Glynn, founder of Glynn Capital, who passed away earlier this year. With more than a 50-year career as a technology investor spanning all the way back to the early '70s, John was truly one of the OGs of venture capital. Born and raised in Virginia. He was a Southern gentleman in Silicon Valley. Rarely if ever seen without a coat and tie, and admired by all for his kindness, listening skills and authentic humility.

An early investor in a who's who of technology companies that have gone on to help shape our society from Intel to Facebook. John developed a reputation as both an astute arbiter of megatrends as well as a capital partner of choice to talented founders. In addition to investing, John was revered as a gifted teacher. For over 30 years, he taught courses on venture capital and entrepreneurship at his alma maters, Virginia and Stanford GSB.

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