Online event “Creating startups that drive social progress” (подія в архіві)

On December 9th, Kateryna Ostapchuk, Top Executive, Board Member and Partner of HR Due Diligence VP Team will talk about social impact aspects in product development with John Nesheim, Startup Founder and Advisor from Silicon Valley with more than 48 years of experience in tech.

Discussion Topics:
• What inspired John to start a social impact-focused venture?
• John’s journey into the social impact space
• What societal problem does his startup address?
• How did John identify this as an area where innovation is needed?
• What is his startup’s unique approach to addressing this issue?
• What challenges has he faced in building a social impact startup?
• How has John overcome obstacles such as funding or scaling?
• What opportunities does he see in the social impact space right now?
• How does he measure the success or effectiveness of solutions?
• What metrics or frameworks does John use to evaluate his social impact?
• How does he balance profitability with his social mission?
• What advice would he give to startups seeking funding for social impact projects?

About John Nesheim:
A prolific author, entrepreneur, and professor at Cornell University, Nesheim is a sought-after mentor to startup founders and venture investors. His career trajectory spans engineering, corporate finance on Wall Street, and a pivotal role in forming Silicon Valley. His groundbreaking book, “High-Tech Startup,” became a cornerstone for the burgeoning internet industry. His subsequent work, “Unfair Advantage,” delved into the strategies employed by successful entrepreneurs and venture capitalists.

Send your questions, and Kateryna will include them in the agenda: [email protected]

See you!