[Raised $23 million] Ep.148 - The First 100 with Lucy Slack, the co-founding member of Gaia
Apr 29, 2024
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Lucy Slack, co-founding member of Gaia, talks about de-risking IVF fertility treatment with personalized insurance. The podcast discusses challenges in building a startup, advantages of remote work, and impacts of AI deployment in business transitions.
Gaia startup aims to 'de-risk' IVF fertility treatment with personalized insurance and payment plans.
Ergion revolutionizes residential construction by simplifying communication and enhancing productivity through technology.
Deep dives
Evolution of Ergion's Concept - Building Platform for Residential Construction Transformation
Ergion, a company revolutionizing residential construction through technology by connecting customers and local installers, was inspired by the founder's experience with digitization. An aha moment stemmed from leveraging FaceTime for troubleshooting field technicians from a past industrial role. Ergion's aim is to simplify and enhance communication in construction projects, resembling modern video calls making interactions swift and productive.
Entrepreneurial Growth and Evolution from Past Experiences
The founder's background in McKinsey and prior startups provided foundational insights for Ergion's founding. The shift to revolutionize construction was spurred by addressing the shortage of skilled technicians, aligning with the founder's dedication to implementing tech solutions. Ergion's inception stemmed from merging technological empowerment in home services with the prowess of skilled construction professionals, capitalizing on the demand for transformative solutions in construction.
Remote Work Culture and Global Talent Acquisition at Ergion
Being a remote-first company, Ergion thrives on geodiversity with a global team of over 350 individuals from 49 countries. Remote setup allows access to diverse talent pools and fosters a culture of flexibility and productivity. The company's strategic focus on limited synchronous meetings, extensive use of asynchronous communication, and explicit onboarding processes ensures seamless operation across varied time zones, promoting effective collaboration and scalability.
Lucy Slack is one of the co-founding member of Gaia, which is a startup that is effectively out to “de-risk” the whole process of IVF fertility treatment, using products like personalized insurance and payment plans. Gaia has now raised $23 million since its inception from Kindred Capital, Seedcamp, and U.S.-based Clocktower Technology, and Atomico.
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