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E1080: Arlan Hamilton on launching Backstage Crowd, disrupting VC with syndicates, how the tech industry can be better for underrepresented founders & more

This Week in Startups

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Supporting Underrepresented Founders

This chapter explores various initiatives to support founders and entrepreneurs, focusing on community engagement and a rigorous accelerator selection process. It highlights the shifting landscape of startup investments, emphasizing the importance of backing underrepresented founders while navigating industry biases. The discussion also delves into the challenges of traditional venture capital funding, advocating for more inclusive practices and the power of syndicates in fostering innovation.

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