For the past ten years, founders, innovators, VCs and investors have descended upon Silicon Valley to connect with, learn from, and be inspired by the best and brightest in the tech industry at Startup Grind's Global Conference. And as innovation and investment grows, funding is concentrated to Silicon Valley and New York and minority groups are still lagging in access to venture backed capital and equity in funding. Why is that? If there is not a lack of available capital and there is not a shortage of minority startups to invest in, why is there still a disconnect if investors and VCs truly value diversity, equity and inclusion? Let's talk about it! We cordially invite you to discuss the issues and barriers that exist for minority founders and their ability to access capital or achieve equitable funding investment to their white male counterparts. As we listen to founders and VCs/investors, we will have a no holds barred, honest conversation, concerning how minorities are perceived and the challenges they face in the funding environment: Minority-led startups are held to a higher standard to be considered for investment and even those that meet the standard, the amount of investment is lower than their white male counterparts. Example: Wework has been allowed to fail and was given (and still is) large sums of VC investment and has yet to turn a profit or even prove profitability. The ability to pursue funding is difficult because of different competing factors for this group of founders: The conversation will be moderated by the Startup Grind Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Steering Committee. Give First (before you ask) Make Friends (not just contacts) Help Others (before you help yourself) To Educate, Inspire, and Connect Entrepreneurs Our global community of 600+ chapters in 110 countries worldwide is here for you. Let us know... How may we best assist you? (I.e. - Can we help facilitate warm introductions to businesses, mentors, and/or investors to grow your startup here or elsewhere?)SG Global 2020 Town Hall: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
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February 12 – 13, 2020
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