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NYU Dropout raises $1.7M for Social Media Startup SWSH | Ali Debow
Today, we're thrilled to welcome a very special guest, Alexandra Debow. Alexandra's journey is one of the most compelling narratives we've explored on our show. With a rich background spanning internships at big tech firms, VC funds, investment firms, and startups, she leveraged her diverse experiences to launch Swsh, a rising star in the consumer social platform arena. Swsh is all about enhancing meaningful connections, whether they're brief encounters or lasting relationships. It simplifies sharing photos from any event, making cherished memories easily accessible with cutting-edge facial recognition technology.
Notably, Alexandra has successfully raised over $1 million for Swsh, crafting a 'better-for-you' social media experience. It's also worth mentioning that she's among the rare few—only 20 annually—to be awarded the prestigious Thiel Fellowship. Founded by entrepreneur Peter Thiel, this $100,000 grant encourages young entrepreneurs to leave college and pursue their business dreams full-time. Alexandra embraced this challenge, leaving NYU to focus on Swsh. We're eager to delve into her insights and discuss her impressive career, which is sure to inspire many. Alexandra, thank you so much for being here today.
The sponsor of this episode is Jetson - #1 App for entrepreneurs, try out Jetson's logo generator, competitor research tool, and mentorship from CEOs
Young Founder and want to be featured on the pod? Submit your application here.
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This episode was produced & edited by Murat Akyuz and co-host Jake Harper.
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Today, we're thrilled to welcome a very special guest, Alexandra Debow. Alexandra's journey is one of the most compelling narratives we've explored on our show. With a rich background spanning internships at big tech firms, VC funds, investment firms, and startups, she leveraged her diverse experiences to launch Swsh, a rising star in the consumer social platform arena. Swsh is all about enhancing meaningful connections, whether they're brief encounters or lasting relationships. It simplifies sharing photos from any event, making cherished memories easily accessible with cutting-edge facial recognition technology.
Notably, Alexandra has successfully raised over $1 million for Swsh, crafting a 'better-for-you' social media experience. It's also worth mentioning that she's among the rare few—only 20 annually—to be awarded the prestigious Thiel Fellowship. Founded by entrepreneur Peter Thiel, this $100,000 grant encourages young entrepreneurs to leave college and pursue their business dreams full-time. Alexandra embraced this challenge, leaving NYU to focus on Swsh. We're eager to delve into her insights and discuss her impressive career, which is sure to inspire many. Alexandra, thank you so much for being here today.
The sponsor of this episode is Jetson - #1 App for entrepreneurs, try out Jetson's logo generator, competitor research tool, and mentorship from CEOs
Young Founder and want to be featured on the pod? Submit your application here.
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This episode was produced & edited by Murat Akyuz and co-host Jake Harper.
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