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Ezra Galston
Founding Partner of Starting Line, a seed stage venture fund based in Chicago. Known for spotting consumer-first founders early and shaping how the Midwest fits into the national conversation.
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Aug 27, 2025
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VC Playbook Has Changed. Here’s What Founders Must Do ft. Ezra Galston
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Ezra Galston, Founding Partner of Starting Line, discusses how to build resilient consumer brands in today's volatile environment. He highlights the difference between sustainable and unsustainable growth and explains why efficiency trumps hype for modern founders. Ezra explores the unique dynamics of Chicago's VC scene and stresses that geographical context significantly affects investment outcomes. He also outlines key insights on what limited partners seek now and the vital importance of margin discipline for upcoming consumer-focused companies.
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