The Hidden Benefits of Raising Kids in NYC | Dan Borok (Dad of 2, nvp capital)

Dec 18, 2025

48 mins

Episode Description

Daniel Borok is a Managing Partner at nvp capital, an early-stage venture firm investing in founders building the next generation of vertical AI companies. With a focus on B2B applications, Dan spends his days meeting visionary entrepreneurs, making high-conviction bets at the pre-seed and seed stages, and helping early teams build durable companies. Before nvp, he held operating and investing roles across finance and tech, giving him a sharp eye for both product-market fit and founder grit.

But Dan’s most demanding portfolio companies might be his two young kids. He and his wife, Abby, a real estate investor, are raising their family in Manhattan’s West Village, just blocks from where he grew up. Whether he’s sprinting to catch the school bus, navigating dual-career logistics, or caddying for his daughter in junior golf tournaments, Daniel brings the same thoughtful, systems-driven mindset to parenting as he does to investing. We discussed:

Why mornings are sacred: How Daniel and his wife start every day as a family, despite their busy careers.
Balancing careers and family: From nannies to grandparent backup, Dan shares how they manage the scheduling puzzle.
Letting kids fail on the golf course: Dan reflects on caddying for his daughter and learning to let go of control.
Raising kids in New York City: Why Dan believes the city is one of the best places for kids to grow up.
The importance of practice at work and home: Lessons from sports that translate into career and parenting growth.
Why he tracks family time like OKRs: Dan shares the analog system he uses to ensure he’s prioritizing what matters most.

Where to find Daniel Borok