Equity Bonus Episode: Say Hello to the Startup Battlefield Winner
Mar 6, 2023
Shiba Dawood, Founder of Minerva Lithium, is at the forefront of clean energy innovation, and Daryl Etherington hosts the discussion. They unveil the winner of the Startup Battlefield and reflect on the emotional journey of the finalists. Shiba shares insights into her company's groundbreaking lithium extraction technology that also produces clean drinking water. They tackle the startup's challenges, including the importance of resilience in a male-dominated industry and highlight the empowering journey of women of color in tech pursuing sustainability and growth.
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Battlefield Encouragement
- Remind startups of their selection significance, emphasizing their existing achievement.
- Celebrate their stage presence as a major accomplishment, regardless of pitch outcome.
Minerva's Motivation
- Minerva Lithium participated in Startup Battlefield for fundraising to address workplace lags.
- Winning would expedite their progress and facilitate further funding acquisition.
Minerva's Mission
- Minerva Lithium focuses on direct lithium extraction for critical minerals, promoting US sustainability.
- Their technology aims to improve national security and economic prosperity.