Episode description

Been a minute but we are live with All Caps Capital, where Murph and Ahk dive deep into the wild world of startups and venture capital. In this episode, we hang with Danielle Strachman, the mastermind behind the 1517 Fund. She’s shaking up the venture world by funding dropouts and unconventional founders. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey and insights on finding your passion, overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating the startup ecosystem, and watch her go through the All Caps expedited version of Shark Tank. ------------------------------------------------------------------ 📌Timestamps & Topics: (00:00) Intro and Episode Overview (01:00) Introducing Danielle Strachman and Her Background (04:36) Moving from New England to California and Its Impact (10:00) The Creation and Mission of the 1517 Fund (14:00) Balancing History and Future in Venture Capital (18:17) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Finding Passion (24:53) Challenges of Traditional Education and Alternative Paths (29:00) The Importance of Pushing Comfort Zones (32:30) Resources and Mentorship for Aspiring Entrepreneurs (43:57) Danielle Pitches to All Caps Capital (55:00) Final Thoughts and Outro ------------------------------------------------------------------ In this engaging episode, Murph, Ahk and Danielle look at: 1. Danielle's Inspiring Journey: - From growing up in New England to making a bold move to California. - How these experiences shaped her approach to venture capital. 2. Building the 1517 Fund: - The story behind the fund's name and its mission to support unconventional founders. - Collaborating with Peter Thiel and insights from the Thiel Fellowship program. 3. The Power of Stretching Your Comfort Zone: - Why moving out of your comfort zone is crucial for growth. - Real-life examples of how changing environments can spark innovation. 4. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: - Personal experiences with imposter syndrome. - Tips on finding what you're obsessed with and turning it into a career. 5. Resources for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: - Grant programs like the Medici Project and Emergent Ventures. - How to find and leverage mentors for personal and professional growth. 6. Startup Pitch with a Twist: - Learn how to pitch like an absolute pro with Danielle ------------------------------------------------------------------ 🔗Socials: 🐈 Follow Danielle on X 📨 Email Danielle at: danielle@1517fund.com 📝 1517 Fund Grant Application 💼⁠ Follow All Caps Capital on LinkedIn⁠: ▶️Subscribe on YouTube 🐣⁠ Follow All Caps Capital on X 🐤⁠ Follow Ryan Murphy on X⁠ 🐥⁠ Follow Ahmed Ghaddah on X⁠ 📸⁠ Follow All Caps Capital on Instagram⁠ 📰⁠ Subscribe to our Newsletter, All Caps Chronicles #venturecapital #1517fund #startup #success #innovation #impostersyndrome #resources