Paul Hsu

Doer
DISC Type : ds

Founder and CEO at Decasonic

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Overview

Paul Hsu is the Founder and CEO of Decasonic, a venture fund focused on building Web3 and AI innovations for mainstream adoption. An investor in the blockchain space since 2013, he partners with founders to scale early-stage companies. He holds a BA from Yale University and a Series 65 certification.

He is inspired by leaders who merge business success with civic responsibility to transform lives and uplift communities. Paul believes in investing in people, creating opportunities, and fueling inclusion as a core part of economic development, showing a deep interest in community empowerment beyond his professional scope.

Unique fact: Paul has been an active investor in the blockchain and digital assets space since 2013.

Personality Overview

Deliberate Doer

Results Focused

Risk-Accepting

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Web3 & AI Integration
His fund, Decasonic, focuses on both Web3 and AI. He sees a future where the two technologies are stitched together to tell a story and create durable products.
VC Investment Strategy
He believes long-term success in venture capital comes from time diversification across economic cycles and maintaining strict valuation discipline.
Mainstream Blockchain Adoption
His work is centered on accelerating product-market fit for blockchain technologies to bring them to a global, mainstream audience.

Media Appearances

Paul has no verified media appearances

Work History

Founder and CEO at Decasonic
Director - Board of Directors at KIKI World
Director - Board of Directors at Anomaly
Director - Board of Directors at Scenario
Director - Board of Directors at TestMachine

Education

BA - Magna Cum Laude from Yale University

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Exp : N/A Location : Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder and CEO at Decasonic
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Insights For Selling To Paul

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Paul is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Paul

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Paul move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Paul take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Paul

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