The Venture Black Podcast
Betting on yourself as a Black venture founder: Paths to success and lessons in conquering the fear of leaving corporate golden handcuffs. A culture-forward guide to navigating the Pacific Northwest's venture ecosystem.
Episode#3 Overcoming barriers in venture capital with Terrance Stevenson
Evan Poncelet and Terrance Stevenson explore connecting underrepresented groups with venture capital, addressing racial wealth gaps, balancing venture support with jobs, overcoming capital challenges, and fostering inclusivity in Washington's tech ecosystem for Black founders.
Key Points
- Owning high-performing assets through startup investments or founding scalable businesses is crucial for closing the racial wealth gap.
- Seattle and Washington State offer unique advantages for Black tech workers and founders, including a robust tech ecosystem, tax benefits, and access to significant venture capital.
- Attending local tech events, workshops, and hackathons can provide valuable networking opportunities and practical steps toward becoming a founder, investor, or contributor in the startup ecosystem.
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