Innovation Conversation: Virtual Accelerators, Funding Equity, and Startup Mindset with Hotbed

In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Perdie Alder and Em, founders of Hotbed, a virtual accelerator designed to create more equitable access to funding and opportunity for founders worldwide. They share how Hotbed identifies promising startups beyond major cities and their unique approach to supporting diverse founders.

They dive into:

• How Hotbed addresses funding imbalances and expands opportunities for global founders.
• Key traits of successful founders — user engagement, focus on key metrics, and strong salesmanship.
• The current funding landscape for pre-seed and seed-stage startups.
• How founders can bui ...