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Pivoting to Survive: How a Cross-Country Move Saved GigFinesse

Apr 12, 2023
48:30

#56: Mir Hwang is the CEO and Co-Founder of GigFinesse, a platform that connects music artists with venues to the benefit of both parties. Mir is an NYU alumni who utilized their extensive entrepreneurial support system to build the startup into what it is today.

In this episode we dive into:

  • Going from app to desktop due to consumer demand
  • The choice to move from New York to Austin during the pandemic
  • Leaving medical school to pursue entrepreneurship

GigFinesse Links: 

  • https://www.gigfinesse.com/
  • https://www.linkedin.com/company/gigfinesse/
  • https://www.instagram.com/gigfinesse/

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