Stanley Tang

Stanley Tang, Co-founder of DoorDash, shares the inspiring journey of building a tech-driven delivery service for local restaurants. He dives into the cloud kitchen movement and highlights critical early-stage challenges faced by startups. On the investment side, guests Sophia Amoruso, Paige Finn-Doherty, and Kelly Fontaine discuss the nuances of becoming first-time fund managers, addressing the intricacies of networking and fund management challenges. Their insights reveal the evolving landscape of venture capital and the redefined approach to supporting culinary startups.

Stanley Tang, Co-founder and chief product officer of DoorDash, dives into his entrepreneurial journey that began at Stanford. He reflects on the early chaotic days of the company, illustrating how pivotal moments shaped their commitment to customer service. Tang discusses navigating challenges, from fierce competition to financial crises, highlighting the adaptability required during the pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of resilience and core values in scaling a once-unscalable idea into a thriving $75 billion business.