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Influence Meets Innovation: How Founders and Cultural Leaders Can Work Together

Andreessen Horowitz

Cultural leaders—athletes, entertainers, and executives—have evolved beyond mere financial backers to highly-engaged strategic partners and advisors for a company’s growth. We saw this happen with Lionel Richie and the cofounders of Devoted Health, Ed and Todd Park. Assessing your risk tolerance is key before making an investment.

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15 Communities for Creators to Help You Connect, Learn, and Find Brand Partnerships

Buffer Resources

Expect to connect with like-minded folks on social media tips, tricks, and trends, discuss news and new features, and swap stories on content that’s flown and content that’s flopped. ” The app opened its virtual doors to 1,000 creators in October 2023 and already boasts a waiting list of 5,000 more eager to get in.

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