What New Things is Jim Mellon investing in? Investor, Jim Mellon

We’re revisiting one of our most fascinating conversations on The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership. In this throwback episode, Jess sits down with billionaire investor, entrepreneur, and futurist Jim Mellon to explore the ideas shaping the future of business, technology, and human life itself. From his early days witnessing the rise of Silicon Valley alongside figures like Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, to building a global investment career across emerging markets, Jim shares the mindset that has allowed him to navigate decades of constant change. He reflects on missed opportunities, the importance of curiosity, and why adaptability is no longer optional in today’s world. The conversation goes far beyond traditional investing. Jim dives into his work in longevity science, the future of food production, and the transformative potential of quantum computing and fusion energy. He also shares candid advice on how to think about risk, avoid hype cycles, and identify real opportunities in emerging industries. This episode is a deep look into how long-term thinkers approach innovation, uncertainty, and the future. If you’re interested in where the world is heading and how to position yourself ahead of it, this is a conversation worth revisiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What New Things is Jim Mellon investing in? Investor, Jim Mellon is an episode from Innovation and Leadership with Jess Larsen by Graystoke Networks.

This episode is 43:09 long.

This episode was published on Apr 2, 2026.

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