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The Social Radars

David Rusenko, Founder of Weebly

Jun 19, 2024
David Rusenko, Founder of Weebly, shares his journey from college dropout to startup success, including challenges of running out of money, being acquired by Square for $365 million, and now focusing on climate change with Leap Forward Ventures.
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  • Cultural exposure shaped David's negotiation skills, pivotal for his startup success.
  • Financial hardships emphasized strategic planning and resilience in Weebly's journey.

Deep dives

David shares childhood experiences growing up in Morocco and the impact on his perspective

Growing up in Morocco contributed to David's negotiation skills, living in a foreign country with limited access to US culture. He visited the US intermittently, gaining exposure to American culture through the emerging popularity of the internet, which provided remote access to US content.

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