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Andrew Wilkinson on bringing the Buffett approach to startups, WeCommerce, Slack & more | E1174

This Week in Startups

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E-Commerce Dependencies and Strategic Acquisitions

This chapter examines the reliance of businesses on platforms like Shopify within the e-commerce landscape and the associated risks. It also provides insights into investment strategies focusing on acquisitions through a substantial fund, while highlighting success stories and market dynamics, particularly in Canada’s OTC market. The discussion includes the evolution and management of portfolio companies, reflecting on past competitive relationships that turned into collaborations.

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