In this episode, Nate Spiteri shares his entrepreneurial journey from a banking background to founding his own startup, Shopfront backed by VC Antler. He discusses his experiences at Plend, the challenges of fundraising, and the importance of building relationships in the startup ecosystem. Nate emphasizes the need for validation of business ideas and the significance of having a complementary co-founding team. He also provides valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to navigate the startup landscape.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:48 Transitioning from Banking to Startup

06:29 Joining Antler and Starting Shopfront

15:51 Lessons in Fundraising

23:30 Risks and Payoffs in Entrepreneurship

27:39 Steps to Start a Startup

30:49 Looking for Investors and Future Plans

Keywords

entrepreneurship, fintech, startups, fundraising, career journey, Plend, Shopfront, Antler, co-founders, business strategy