You're Working on the Wrong Startup Idea - Venture Capitalist [Andy Ayim]

Techish host Michael interviews VC and founder Andy Ayim! About Andy Ayim: Former product leader, entrepreneur, angel investor.

Ex Managing Director of Backstage Capital London [founded by Arlan Hamilton] Achievements: Recipient of the Queen's Honours (MBE) for contributions to diversity and inclusion in the UK technology sector. Clients: Notable collaborations with Tesco, Nandos, giffgaff, Diageo, Novartis, Uber, Google, and more. ------ Key Discussions: Managing a VC fund for underrepresented founders (1:00) Why VCs are not that into you (7:15) You’re working on the wrong startup idea (13:00) Accepting an MBE as a Black man (19:10) Entrepreneurship in the UK vs US (23:45) ———————————————————— Extra Reading & Resources Check out Andy’s website, where you can subscribe to his newsletter: Connect with Andy on Instagram: Connect with Andy on Twitter/X Interested in angel investing?

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