

Lessons from a lifetime entrepreneur with Eric Ly from KarmaCheck
Aug 27, 2024
Eric Ly, co-founder of LinkedIn and CEO of KarmaCheck, dives into his extensive entrepreneurial journey. He shares insights on streamlining background check processes, highlighting the shift from outdated methods to modern automation. Ly discusses the evolving landscape of digital identities and online trust, while exploring the role of blockchain in identity verification. He also reflects on the challenges of building companies over the years and the importance of adapting to market demands, all while emphasizing lessons learned from his experiences.
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KarmaCheck's Mission
- KarmaCheck streamlines background checks, making them faster and more transparent.
- It aims to improve digital identity verification, building on Eric Ly's experience at LinkedIn.
KarmaCheck's Innovation
- KarmaCheck automates background checks, eliminating manual processes like courthouse visits.
- They also promote data reuse to avoid redundant checks, saving time and money.
Traditional Background Checks
- Traditional background checks involved manual form filling and courthouse visits.
- KarmaCheck aims to modernize this outdated and often opaque process.