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Operator Mode
Hosted by Avory Team · EN
Conviction starts with understanding. Operator Mode is a long-form podcast, 30-60 min, hosted by Sean Emory, founder of Avory & Co., focused on deep conversations with the CEOs, executives and founders shaping the future.
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Round Table: Mark Mahaney and Sean Emory on Uber, Amazon
Jan 1, 202500:32:54Tap to summarizeAvory Idea Day 2024 with Sean Emory and Mark MahaneyIn this conversation, Mark Mahaney discusses the current state of the internet, highlighting positive macro trends and the impact of AI on business efficiency and product innovation. He emphasizes the importance of careful expense management among companies and shares insights from his book, 'Nothing but Net,' focusing on investment strategies for high-quality stocks. The discussion also touches on the future of decentralized internet and the potential of companies like Uber in the evolving market landscape.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Avory Idea Day 202401:31 The Current State of the Internet05:42 Macro Trends and Company Performance12:44 The Role of AI in Business20:19 Future of Decentralized Internet22:40 Insights from 'Nothing but Net'30:05 Investment Strategies and High-Quality StocksLearn more about Avory https://www.avory.xyz/_______Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place.Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.“Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation.Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https://www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-page
Transcribe →Post Mortem: Fiverr's Rallies 20% on Earnings, Acquisition and $300m Target
Aug 1, 202400:11:39Tap to summarizeABOUT AVORY & CO.Avory & Co is an asset manager focused on Investing Where the World is Headed. Managing high-conviction equity strategies, emphasizing Secular Growth and Transformation Stories. We seek exceptional teams. TODAY'S EPISODEIn this episode, Sean Emory, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Avory & Co. provides a postmortem Fiverr's earnings report. He discusses Fiverr earnings and possibility of why the 20% increase in stock price. They announced a plan for $300 million in cumulative cash flow over the next three years and highlighted the convergence of Gap and Non-Gap as their stock-based compensation plans start to lap. They also announced the acquisition of AutoDS, a leading software player for dropshippers.Avory is an investor is Fiverr at the time of this and this is not a recommendation. Chapters00:00 Earnings and Future Outlook01:23 Acquisition of AutoDS03:46 Record EBITDA Margin and Revenue Growth05:39 Attracting Higher-Value Buyers and Increasing Spend per Buyer06:35 Take Rate and Revenue from Value-Added Services09:29 Balance Sheet and Future GrowthDisclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place.Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.“Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation.Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee
Transcribe →Post Mortem: Meta's Earnings and Ai Ambitions
Aug 1, 202400:13:40Tap to summarizeABOUT AVORY & CO.Avory & Co is an asset manager focused on Investing Where the World is Headed. Managing high-conviction equity strategies, emphasizing Secular Growth and Transformation Stories. We seek exceptional teams. TODAY'S EPISODEIn this episode, Sean Emory provides a postmortem on Meta's earnings report. He discusses the revenue, profits, user engagement, and growth of Meta. He highlights the success of Meta's VR and AR experiences, particularly the demand for their Ray-Ban meta glasses. Sean also explores how AI is being embedded across Meta's platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and the Quest and AR platform. Chapters00:00 Introduction01:24 Meta's Financial Performance02:22 Success of VR and AR Experiences05:36 Embedding AI Across Platforms08:00 CapEx and AI Development13:45 ConclusionDisclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place.Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.“Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation.Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee
Transcribe →Post Mortem: Tesla's Earnings and Self Driving Ambitions
Jul 24, 202400:15:30Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Sean Emory, founder and Chief Investment Officer at Avory & Co. discusses the potential of Tesla's full self-driving capabilities and its impact on the market. He explores the different approaches to autonomous vehicles, comparing Tesla's camera-based approach to Waymo's LiDAR-based approach. Sean also delves into the market potential of autonomous vehicles, considering the number of vehicles on the road and the cost of autonomous technology. He raises questions about Tesla's position in the market and the future of hybrid vehicles. Overall, Sean emphasizes the importance of full self-driving technology and its potential impact on Tesla's valuation.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Focus on Tesla02:18 Comparing Tesla's Camera-Based Approach to Waymo's LiDAR-Based Approach03:11 The Potential of Camera Technology in Full Self-Driving04:09 The Role of Simulation in Training Autonomous Vehicle Models09:54 Sizing Up the Market Potential for Autonomous Vehicles14:43 Evaluating Tesla's Position and Future in the MarketDisclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place.Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.“Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation.Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee
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