Backing Winners: Joe Montana's Next Drive

Watch the exclusive video recap of our recent fireside chat featuring NFL legend Joe Montana and venture capitalist Brian Nugent. This intimate conversation explores Montana's remarkable transition from gridiron glory to venture capital success.

In this compelling discussion, the four-time Super Bowl champion shares:

• His journey from co-founding HRJ Capital to launching Liquid 2 Ventures

• Lessons learned as an angel investor under Ron Conway's mentorship

• Insights on backing successful startups like Pinterest, Dropbox, and Aviation Gin

• How football strategies translate to picking winners in the business world

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring entrepreneur, or seasoned investor, this recap offers valuable insights into how one of sports' greatest leaders has applied his winning mindset to the high-stakes world of venture capital.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear Montana's unique perspective on leadership, competition, and success both on and off the field. Click below to watch the video and discover how the GOAT continues to drive success in his post-NFL career.

Meet Joe Montana

A proven leader on and off the field, Joe has been a major player in the Venture Capital world since his retirement from professional football in 1994. In 1998 he co-founded HRJ Capital, where he was an acting partner until 2004. At his departure, HRJ Capital was managing over $900M and investing across venture funds, leverage buyouts, hedge funds and real estate. In 2005, Joe co-founded Modern Bank, where he served as a board member until 2010. During this time, Joe began angel investing under the mentorship of Ron Conway, championing companies like Pinterest, DropBox, Weave, and House Spirits, known best for its Aviation Gin. In 2015, Joe turned his passion for investing into Liquid 2 Ventures, LLC and built the core team he continues to lead today.