In this episode of the Non-Consensus Investing, we have host Ram Ahluwalia CIO of Lumida Wealth, joined by exited founder Rohit Mittal, who have a conversation regarding various facets of entrepreneurship and investment, from the challenges and strategies of managing wealth in alternative investments to the role of immigration in bolstering economies. It underscores the importance of personal relationships over traditional metrics in venture investing, revealing insights into the processes of founding, funding, and selling startups, with a special focus on the journey from conception to successful exit. The experiences shared cover a range of topics including cultural and operational entrepreneurship differences between countries, strategic networking, and operational strategies for reviving 'zombie companies'. It highlights case studies like Opendoor to illustrate direct investment approaches, the significance of founder relationships, and the journey of iterating in the business landscape.