In this new episode, host Sophie Vo interviews Nicola Mizon, co-founder of VIZTA DGTL, who dives into her journey from game design to becoming a startup founder in the gaming industry.

Nicola shares insights on the challenges of raising pre-seed funding, the importance of adapting your pitch to your audience, and the significance of innovation in the fashion gaming space. She emphasizes the need for more female founders in the industry and encourages women to be brave and execute their ideas. Throughout the conversation, Nicola discusses the integration of fashion and gaming, the evolving market, and VIZTA DGTL ambitions for the future with Kutur Runway, the NextGen Fashion game.

01:38 Introducing Nicola Vizon and Vizta Digital

03:06 Nicola's Journey in the Gaming Industry

05:42 The Inspiration Behind Fashion Games Leading To Kutur Runway

16:47 Founding Vizta Digital and Overcoming Market Challenges

24:17 Innovating in the Fashion Gaming Space

26:30 Fundraising State and Future Plans

40:24 Encouraging More Female Founders To Break Entrepreneurial Barriers

42:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Learn more about Kutur Runway and join their BETA list here: https://www.kuturrunway.com/

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