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20VC: Postmates Founder Basti Lehmann on How the Uber Deal Went Down and How a $2.65BN Deal Turned into $5BN, Why Great VCs Add No Value and VC Value Add is BS Marketing & Why The Biggest Companies in History Will be Born Today and Replace Incumbents

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

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Navigating Challenges and Strategic Decisions in the On-Demand Delivery Market

This chapter explores the intense challenges faced by the Postmates CEO and team, including competitive threats and funding pressures, highlighting the team's unity and commitment. It delves into strategic decisions around raising capital, the significance of VC branding, and insights into the Postmates acquisition by Uber, emphasizing the positive financial position and successful negotiation of the deal.

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