In this episode, I am joined by Ariela Shai, the Program Director and Community Manager at Key Acceleration. We dive deep into building community frameworks, supporting startup founders, and bridging gaps in the traditional accelerator model. Ariela shares her journey of creating communities for women in tech and business in New York, the importance of mentorship, and the unique strengths of international founders. Whether you're looking to start your own community or accelerate your startup, this episode is packed with valuable insights!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction

01:22 Guest Background and Day-to-Day Life

03:09 Building and Supporting Communities

06:34 Challenges and Opportunities in Community Building

09:30 Women in Tech and Business

14:35 Impact of COVID on Community Building

16:51 Hybrid Model for Community Engagement

18:00 Startup Accelerator Programs and Mentorship

25:00 Building Credibility and Traction

25:50 Success Stories and Mentorship

27:05 Unique Strengths of International Founders

30:01 Retail Storefront Accelerator Program

37:02 Creating Engaged Communities

43:30 The Future of Community Management

48:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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