When I first went through YC in 2011, there were two women in our class of 120+ founders. The numbers are a little better today. And with all the resources available, there’s no better time to start a company. I’m a three-time YC founder and sold my last...
Late last year, I created a poll on Elpha asking: “Do you feel fulfilled in your career right now?” and 57% of us responded no. This is a trend that stretches way beyond our community. More and more women have been voicing their lack of fulfillment at work...
How you present yourself during a pitch is your first impression: this is the defining moment that can determine if you, your brand and your idea will be deemed investment worthy. Many founders make the assumption that design is either optional, or just a process a...
I launched my company at the age of 47. Many may think about slowing down as they approach 50 or perhaps opting for a little more security. I dove head first into founding a start-up! I felt like it chose me. I was given a challenge and saw an opportunity to not only...