Why Backstage Capital Invests in “Underestimated” Entrepreneurs

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Why Backstage Capital Invests in “Underestimated” Entrepreneurs

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31 minutes

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Feb 4, 2020

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Harvard Business School professor Laura Huang, whose new book “Edge” explores methods for turning adversity into professional advantage, is joined by Venture Capitalist Arlan Hamilton to discuss her strategy of backing entrepreneurs who have been ignored because of stereotypes, biases, and preconceptions.

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Feb 4, 2020

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