Ask A VC: Venrock’s David Pakman On Digital Music Startups, The New York Tech Scene And More
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Venrock’s David Pakman joined us in the TechCrunch TV studio this week for Ask A VC, where we chatted about a number of things, including why he hasn’t made an investment in a digital music startup. This is surprising considering Pakman’s extensive experience in the music industry. Pakman was the co-creator of Apple Computer’s Music Group and the CEO of music retailer eMusic, and he also co-founded myPlay, which was sold to Bertelsmann’s e-commerce group. He also delved into the New York tech scene and discusses what the region will need to become a powerhouse.
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