Recently, I had the privilege of hosting an event titled “Human Side of Entrepreneurship: Lessons from 8K Startups + Open Mic Session”  at Venture Café. It was a moment that reminded me why I love this ecosystem so much—not for the headlines or funding numbers, but for the raw, honest stories of founders navigating the rollercoaster of building something meaningful. Hosting this session allowed me to engage directly with founders, investors, and mentors, hearing firsthand the

Most founders assume LinkedIn is a place for recruiters, job seekers, or B2B sales teams. But in 2025, it has quietly become one of the most powerful engines for building visibility, earning credibility, and attracting inbound opportunities — from partnerships and talent to million-dollar deals. Recently, I sat down with Brian JY Yoo  — LinkedIn influencer, founder, mentor, and one of Korea’s most respected voices on personal branding for founders — to uncover what truly work

Raising venture capital in Japan isn’t just about convincing investors — it’s about understanding a very different game with its own rules, pace, and expectations. In this session, I had the opportunity to sit down with Lauren Nham — investor, operator, and long-time ecosystem builder connecting San Francisco and Tokyo — to uncover the realities behind Japan’s venture scene. From cultural conservatism to global benchmarks, Lauren’s insights revealed how founders are navigatin

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What It Really Takes to Raise a Series A Round in Today’s Market I recently had the opportunity to moderate a focused conversation with...

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