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Startup Funding Tips: VC Insights from Clarence Bethea at True Ventures

Startup Funding Tips: VC Insights from Clarence Bethea at True Ventures

Update: 2024-12-17
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Join Chris and Anne for a candid conversation with Clarence Bethea, investor and executive in residence at True Ventures, as he shares his incredible journey from a troubled youth to startup success with Upsie and becoming a VC. Clarence discusses how AI is shaping the future of retail and startups, the importance of empathy and honesty in funding decisions, and share practical advice for early-stage entrepreneurs, including why early money matters.

Key Moments:

  • (1:00 ) Clarence’s personal journey from Georgia to VC success
  • (3:00 ) Building Upsie and disrupting the warranty market
  • (7:00 ) True Ventures’ focus on seed-stage investments and AI
  • (11:00 ) Challenges for women and black founders in securing funding
  • (17:00 ) The importance of having 3 key people in your entrepreneurial journey
  • (22:00 ) Advice for entrepreneurs on persistence and overcoming breaking points

#startupfunding #vcinsights #entrepreneuradvice #aiinvestments



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Startup Funding Tips: VC Insights from Clarence Bethea at True Ventures

Startup Funding Tips: VC Insights from Clarence Bethea at True Ventures

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