Andrew Van Nest, Managing Partner at Exceptional Capital, transitioned from basketball to venture capital after meeting his business partner during a pickup game. Exceptional Capital recently launched the Exceptional 100 report, highlighting emerging talent in B2B enterprise solutions. Founded by Van Nest and Marell Evans, the firm invests in pre-seed and seed-stage startups, aiming to foster Miami’s tech ecosystem, which is drawing major companies and talent. Van Nest emphasizes resilience in founders, comparing their journey to that of a three-point shooter. The firm focuses on early relationships with potential founders and leverages Miami’s diverse market for software opportunities.