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E1091: LAUNCH Accelerator Cohort 17 founders reflect on their journeys throughout the program: Nude Barre (DTC hosiery made for women of all shades), Techmate (On-demand tech support for remote & satellite employees) & Solo (Trucking-as-a-Service)

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Empowering Truck Drivers: Path to Independence

This chapter examines a novel business model that aids truck drivers in becoming independent operators, allowing them access to major clients like Uber Freight and Pepsi. It emphasizes the importance of simplifying the complexities of starting a trucking business and highlights the personal growth of a participant in an accelerator program, focusing on storytelling and investor engagement. The narrative underscores the challenges drivers face in their journey towards independence and the innovative solutions available to overcome financial barriers.

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