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Get to know how Reshma Saujani’s My So-Called Midlife podcast is redefining midlife for women. Ranked among TIME's best podcasts of 2024, Saujani’s candid conversations with influential guests empower women to embrace midlife as a time of growth and reinvention. https://lnkd.in/g7N8Uuu3 Moms First | Girls Who Code #podcast #womenempowerment #americansouthasiannetwork #southasianspotlight

Get to know the six Indian-origin artists nominated for the 67th Grammy Awards - Ricky Kej, Anoushka Shankar, Chandrika Tandon, Radhika V., Varijashree Venugopal and Noshir Mody. ?? https://lnkd.in/gAgxeVrH #grammy #asan #southasians #artists #southasianspotlight

Vinod Khosla's $8 Billion take on AI and entrepreneurs... AI innovation shouldn’t be stifled, it should be fueled by bold founders ready to reshape the world. entrepreneurs are the real disruptors - not experts locked in the past, but visionaries who take on society’s toughest problems. AI isn’t just a tool, it’s the cornerstone of a future defined by human potential and economic abundance... Khosla believes AI will drive exponential GDP growth, nearly eliminate traditional work, and bring humanity closer to universal prosperity. however, he warns that our choices today are critical and champions smart, targeted regulation, particularly in terms of national security and economic disparity. #immigrant #entrepreneur #innovation #fundraising American South Asian Network (ASAN) The INDUStry Show Khosla Ventures TechCrunch

Jyoti Bansal sold his previous company for $3.7B to Cisco. now he is helping others raise money for their startups... along with Chelcie Taylor and Rudina Seseri at the recent TechCrunch Disrupt, Jyoti emphasized the importance of ambitious visions, solid market understanding, and unique founders. they also explored the impact of AI on startup evaluations, detailing the need for genuine AI integration rather than superficial uses. my favorite part, they addressed the significance of bootstrapping and how it reflects a founder's determination and grit, while recognizing the necessity of venture capital for competitive growth when they are ready. fyi, Harness, Jyoti's second company is also worth $3.7B. his third company Traceable was last valued at $500M. Jyoti invests in other startups through Unusual Ventures. one of the very few who has built multiple real unicorns, in a very short amount of time, and is humble to boot. Notable Capital Glasswing Ventures American South Asian Network (ASAN) The INDUStry Show #immigrant #entrepreneur #funding #vc

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Aravind Srinivas is cool AF and the room strongly resonated the calm, measured responses to what seemed like random hostile questions. TechCrunch, isn't Disrupt meant to be a platform for.... disrupters? Aravind talked about revenue-sharing models with publishers to create a balanced ecosystem. new features like sports scores and financial insights highlight their user-driven approach, while lower AI costs signal potential for growth. as user habits shift, Perplexity’s focus on integrity and user experience will guide its future development. #immigrant #entrepreneur #innovation American South Asian Network (ASAN) The INDUStry Show

"stop spending so much time on the deck!!", says Ashton Kutcher a successful entrepreneur and investor, along with Effie Epstein and Guy Oseary at Sound Ventures, Kutcher has played a pivotal role in transforming the venture capital landscape. Sound Ventures focuses on investing in early-to-growth stage tech companies, with a portfolio that includes Airbnb, Robinhood, Spotify, and Uber. the discussion centered on Sound Ventures' investment strategies, emphasizing early-stage and thematic funds. Sound typically invests $10-15 million in Series A and B rounds, and last year launched an AI growth fund with $50 million checks. key factors for investment include founder-market fit, domain expertise, and the ability to learn quickly. the conversation also highlighted the importance of clear vision, knowing business metrics, and the potential of AI in various industries. concerns about AI's impact on creative industries were addressed, with a focus on ensuring fair compensation and ethical use of data. the potential of AI hardware and the role of agents in future computing were also discussed. Kutcher's approach as an investor emphasizes backing innovative ideas and founders with a vision to change the world. his hands-on involvement and keen sense for spotting potential have earned him a reputation as one of the most prominent celebrity investors in Silicon Valley. American South Asian Network (ASAN) The INDUStry Show #entrepreneurship #fundraising

I am proud to join the Advisory Board of American South Asian Network (ASAN), an organization empowering and uniting South Asians across the United States. ASAN's mission is to support creators, entrepreneurs, and leaders to build community, earn representation for our culture, and advance socioeconomic equity. The idea is to reshape narratives within and beyond the South Asian diaspora! The organization has four main focus areas: ???? ???? Sangam - Connect South Asian students with local industry to help with acculturation, mentoring, internships and jobs. ???? ?? South Asian Business Expo - Connect business owners with each other and resources such as financing, funding, selling to the government, etc. ?? ?? The INDUStry Show - A talk show with 300+ stories, 10M+ views, 1M+ engagements. Soon launching a Public Figures series. ?? ?? South Asian Spotlight - Articles and research artifacts highlighting South Asian luminaries. If you are South Asian or are curious to learn more about the diaspora and its impact in the US come join one of our many events (https://lnkd.in/g8Jnk2UB). Thank you dr. nitin bajaj for creating a platform for like-minded South Asians to come together and create community for support and growth.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2024. community, engaging conversations, and entrepreneurship. American South Asian Network (ASAN) and The INDUStry Show are proud to see and share the impact of the South Asian community. Vinod Khosla #entrepreneurship #immigrant #SouthAsian

DigiCert appoints Lakshmi Hanspal as Chief Trust Officer, highlighting South Asian representation in tech leadership. Hanspal brings extensive cybersecurity expertise from roles at Amazon, Box, and PayPal, set to drive DigiCert’s digital trust initiatives forward. https://lnkd.in/gK26WEMr #trust #cybersecurity #asan #southasianspotlight