Episode notes
In this episode, we sit down with Jasmine Shells, CEO of Five To Nine. Jasmine is one of less than 100 black women in the US who have ever raised over $1M. She shares her proven approach for startup fundraising and the intersection of diversity and inclusion on that and every other part of the founder journey. We delve into her approach to personal growth and understand the importance of keeping your company’s mission aligned. Jasmine walks us through how real solutions for real customers will always trounce fleeting trends. She then unpacks the challenges of navigating divergent ideas, and address the unique obstacles faced by underrepresented individuals in the tech industry.