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E988: Aileen Lee, Founder & Managing Partner of Cowboy Ventures, pioneered actionable change to diversify tech & VC, shares early days innovating in e-commerce, insights on current funding landscape, dangers of prioritized growth over sustainability, & lessons learned from backing winners like Dolla
This Week in Startups
Innovating Men's Razors and Diversity in Venture Capital
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Exploring the strategic reinvention of men's grooming products, particularly razors, by focusing on direct sales, product quality, and unique packaging. The chapter also delves into the challenges and triumphs of entering seemingly mundane markets, emphasizing customer acquisition risks and the importance of finding the right investors. Additionally, it discusses the experiences of a trailblazing woman in venture capital, highlighting the importance of diversity, inclusive hiring practices, and efforts to promote inclusivity within the tech ecosystem.
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