MinervaVerse

??New Podcast Alert! ?? How often does a founder get to sit down with their investor and ask the questions every founder wants answers to? Fundraising has become more challenging the last few years, especially in the Pre-Seed/Seed Arena. Let’s bridge the gap and make funding more accessible. I’m super grateful to Alex Chompff at Evolution Accelerator / MinervaVerse for sitting down with me and discussing the hard topics. Stay tuned for the first episode dropping soon!! If you’re a founder, drop some questions below you’d want to learn from a VC!

Community is one of the most basic building blocks of society and of what it means to be human. It’s the foundation of My Panda. It's the driving force behind Techstars' mantra of "Give First". It's what WEI Atlanta creates so beautifully with it's network of women entrepreneurs. It's what is being created with the diverse and talented group of advisors at Hatchet Ventures ??. It’s what makes Evolution Ventures’ MinervaVerse fund so special. And it’s why we’re inviting people to invest in our community-driven crowdfunding round on Wefunder. The support I have gotten from all these communities has been immense and powerful. Just last year, My Panda received an investment from Evolution's Minervafund. I immediately felt the power of their community - not just in capital but in real, tangible support. Their portfolio isn’t just a collection of startups, it’s a network of founders sharing resources, ideas, and encouragement. We are invited to regular founder meetups, ask for help when we need it, and give when we can. That reciprocity and that give and take of community is what makes us all stronger. Recently, I was invited to share my journey in Evolution’s Substack, where I talk about my fundraising experience and the impact of community on my path as a founder. It was an honor to share our story with their audience and readers. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/e7yxazsp This is the same philosophy behind My Panda. We’re building a world where people have the support they need, when they need it. Where time isn’t a luxury, but a shared resource. Where asking for help isn’t a burden, but a norm. Now, we’re asking for help from those who believe in what we’re building. Our community crowdfunding round is an opportunity to be a part of this movement, regardless of your accreditation status. Whether it’s $100, $1,000, or $10,000, your investment fuels the expansion of our community-driven model, transforming financial support into real, tangible assistance for people who need it. If you believe in the power of #community, in the #RippleEffect of giving and receiving, in making life easier for busy people who don’t have enough time in the day—this is your chance to be part of it. I hope you will join our community. Invest in our future today*: https://lnkd.in/e5sm46uU *Legal disclosure: https://lnkd.in/eZK6PcEP

?????? Calling all Greater Sacramento tech startups, the Sacramento Kings? Capitalize Technology startup competition is back for the tenth year! Contestants will receive pitch coaching, participate in workshops and present to investors, executives and the community. The winner of the competition will receive a cash prize of $10,000. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be affiliated with the Kings global brand, applications close February 7th! https://lnkd.in/gnhn5qY8