In the latest episode of Funds and Founders, Jessi, founder of Downland, reveals how agrotourism and regenerative agriculture could revolutionize land management and food production. Discover how matching landowners with next-generation land stewards can restore landscapes and create sustainable business models.

Tune in to explore:

- The journey of building an AgTech startup from scratch

- How to leverage your unique strengths and network in entrepreneurship

- The crucial balance between mission-driven goals and venture capital expectations

- Strategies for validating your business model and preparing for fundraising

00:46 - Entrepreneurial journey

06:05 - what a land steward does and their responsibilities?

09:33 - Agrotourism

12:48 - Decision of taking passion to a full time job

16:48 - how did you get a hundred customer interviews?

20:52 - Regenerative farming

26:30 - Understanding the customer wants in a business

29:36 - Journey of a Solo founder

33:25 - Eliminating the uncertainty and challenges in the entrepreneur journey

34:47 - Crossfit journey

42:34 - Product Development Strategy for a Marketplace Startup

47:26 - Finding the right partners and right advisors

54:13 - Fundraising process

1:02:33 - Rapid fire question

1:09:15 - Question for the future Guest

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