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20VC: Cotopaxi: From Selling $6M of Pool Tables to Scaling $150M in Revenues and Challenging Patagonia, Fundraising Lessons from 100+ Rejections & What Founders Do Not Understand About VC with Davis Smith, Founder @ Cotopaxi

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch

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Balancing Impact and Integrity in Business

This chapter explores the multifaceted value of venture capitalists beyond financial backing, emphasizing ethical practices and work-life balance as keys to long-term success. The speaker shares insights on a CEO transition and the importance of preserving authenticity in corporate missions while navigating challenges like public market pressures. Personal reflections on parenting and the dynamics of family culture further illustrate the complexities of achieving harmony between business ambitions and personal well-being.

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