In this episode you will learn:
According to Amra, should everyone start a business at least once in their career?
What is Accelerating Asia? What are 3 services that they offer the startup ecosystem?
Why was sustainability always a priority for Accelerating Asia right from the start?
Why does Accelerating Asia focus on investing in startups that are between the MVP stage and the product-market fit stage?
Is building a venture-backed startup the best way to create impact? What is one other alternative?
Why is Amra bullish on Bangladesh and Bangladeshi startups?
About
Amra Naidoo is Co-Founder and General Partner at Accelerating Asia, an award-winning VC, and startup accelerator that scouts and propels the best founders in the region and invests up to US$250k in pre-Series A startups.
For close to a decade, Amra has spearheaded high-impact partnerships and programs, including the award-winning UN Women global social entrepreneurship program, Project Inspire, and was a key contributor to muru-D’s startup selections, including investing in Shop Up.
She's the Southeast Asia Lead for Impact Capital and the Outgoing Curator for the Global Shapers Singapore Hub, a World Economic Forum initiative. She's also the host of the Doing Good Podcast.
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