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.
#pisode#4 Kia Davis on black entrepreneurship, community, and navigating the Pacific Northwest venture scene
Evan Poncelet and Kia Davis discuss Kia's entrepreneurial journey, highlighting challenges unique to Black founders in the Pacific Northwest. They explore the importance of community, mentorship, and storytelling in securing capital, and share strategies for business validation and venture growth.
Key Points
- Building a strong community and mentorship network is crucial in the Pacific Northwest, where collaboration is often limited, and founders must actively seek out support and opportunities.
- Black founders should be aware of the unique challenges they face due to being a small minority in the region and should plan their ventures with both short-term and long-term market opportunities in mind.
- Persistence, understanding market signals, and knowing when to pivot are key traits that differentiate successful entrepreneurs, along with having a solid grasp of their business numbers and being honest about their venture's potential.
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