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Episode Synopsis
Chris Daniels, founder of Shrimp Society, shares his journey in entrepreneurship and the growth of Miami's tech ecosystem. He started his entrepreneurial journey in high school with a mulch company and later got involved with the Launchpad at the University of Miami.
After experiencing challenges in the startup world, including a failed acquisition, Chris founded the Shrimp Society to build a community for early-stage technology founders in Miami. He discusses the collaborative and positive mindset of Miami's founders and the impact of COVID-19 on the city's tech scene.
Takeaways- Miami's tech ecosystem has experienced significant growth, attracting entrepreneurs and investors from around the world.- The Shrimp Society was founded to address the need for a strong community and support system for early-stage technology founders in Miami.- Collaboration and a positive mindset are key characteristics of Miami's entrepreneurial culture.- The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the growth of Miami's tech scene, with many companies and individuals relocating to the city. Start with a newsletter to build an audience and grow a community.*-Engage with target users face-to-face to understand their needs and pain points.-Run a fundraising process with momentum, urgency, and scarcity.- Miami has a positive and supportive entrepreneurial community.
Chapters
00:00 Starting the Shrimp Society
03:12 Building a Community in Miami
06:45 Challenges in the Entrepreneurship Journey
09:31 The Shrimp Society and Venture Miami
10:03 Getting into Entrepreneurship
12:22Early Ventures and Incubators
13:48 Entering the Crypto Space
15:43The Growth of Miami's Tech Ecosystem
19:26 Collaborative Culture in Miami
20:28 Building the Shrimp Society
23:12 The Origin of the Shrimp Society
25:13 Expanding the Community
28:29 Creating Engaging Events
30:49 Competition and Collaboration
32:18 Running the Business
35:22 Mistakes to Avoid in the Idea to MVP Stage
37:44 The Miami Entrepreneurial Community
43:49 Connecting with Chris Daniels
45:17 Best and Overrated Places in Miami
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After experiencing challenges in the startup world, including a failed acquisition, Chris founded the Shrimp Society to build a community for early-stage technology founders in Miami. He discusses the collaborative and positive mindset of Miami's founders and the impact of COVID-19 on the city's tech scene.
Takeaways- Miami's tech ecosystem has experienced significant growth, attracting entrepreneurs and investors from around the world.- The Shrimp Society was founded to address the need for a strong community and support system for early-stage technology founders in Miami.- Collaboration and a positive mindset are key characteristics of Miami's entrepreneurial culture.- The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the growth of Miami's tech scene, with many companies and individuals relocating to the city. Start with a newsletter to build an audience and grow a community.*-Engage with target users face-to-face to understand their needs and pain points.-Run a fundraising process with momentum, urgency, and scarcity.- Miami has a positive and supportive entrepreneurial community.
Chapters
00:00 Starting the Shrimp Society
03:12 Building a Community in Miami
06:45 Challenges in the Entrepreneurship Journey
09:31 The Shrimp Society and Venture Miami
10:03 Getting into Entrepreneurship
12:22Early Ventures and Incubators
13:48 Entering the Crypto Space
15:43The Growth of Miami's Tech Ecosystem
19:26 Collaborative Culture in Miami
20:28 Building the Shrimp Society
23:12 The Origin of the Shrimp Society
25:13 Expanding the Community
28:29 Creating Engaging Events
30:49 Competition and Collaboration
32:18 Running the Business
35:22 Mistakes to Avoid in the Idea to MVP Stage
37:44 The Miami Entrepreneurial Community
43:49 Connecting with Chris Daniels
45:17 Best and Overrated Places in Miami
Guest Links
Shrimp Society
Built in miami
Us
Join
Links
Discord
Pod
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