Summary

Vinisha and Deepak join Rhys in this week's episode as we delve into the latest startup ecosystem trends. Including the stock market, the challenges female founders face in accessing funding, the failure of Hivery, and the success of Slice in securing funding for travel advances. They also highlight a new talent management system for influencers and creators. The conversation touches on the importance of transparency, execution in startups, and the need for equitable initiatives in the startup ecosystem.

Key Takeaways

• The current stock market is volatile, and investors tend to become more cautious during market corrections.
• After only founding in 2023, Leonardo.AI is to be acquired by Canva.
• Equitable initiatives for female founders and underrepresented groups are essential for fostering innovation and economic empowerment.
• Startups face numerous challenges, and it's crucial to learn from failures and make strategic decisions about when to cut losses.
• Slice's funding success demonstrates the demand for accessible travel options that don't rely on credit card debt.
• A new talent management system for influencers and creators aims to automate administrative tasks and improve efficiency.
• Transparency and open communication are essential for the growth and development of the startup ecosystem.

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Episode Links

Follow Vini on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinisharathod/

p3 studio - people, partnerships, purpose: https://p3studio.com.au/

Follow Deepak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepaksinghhr/

Follow Rhys on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhyshenderson/

4Phase Consulting: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4phase-consulting/

Follow Brandon on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Teamified: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teamified.com.au/

Follow Dickie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dickiecurrer/⁠

The Hype Man: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7095555528629633024/

Follow Leila on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leilaneoliveira/