21 Jul 2025
1h 2m

The Expert Network Behind Handshake AI’s Model Training w/ Garrett Lord & Mamoon Hamid

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Grit

In this episode of "Grit," Joubin, partner at Kleiner Perkins, interviews Garrett Lord, co-founder and CEO of Handshake, along with partner and guest Mamoon Hamid. Garrett shares his journey from Michigan Tech to building Handshake, now a $3.5 billion company, emphasizing its role as a career network for a new generation. The discussion covers Handshake's distribution, durability, and the integration of AI within the company, including how they are connecting experts with AI labs to improve model training. Garrett also reflects on the personal challenges of building a company, the importance of family, and maintaining a grounded perspective despite his success.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Early Days

Part 2: AI Data Market and Expert Role

Part 3: Marketplace and Future Outlook

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