In this special episode, we speak with Jordyn Willens, the Global Program Director at Weve Acceleration, where she is responsible for supporting international growth-stage startups looking to enter and scale in the US market.

She offered great insight into what it takes to set up, launch, and scale a startup in the US.

We discussed the following -

✔Who is Weve and what makes their service unique

✔The steps companies should take when looking to make their first full-time hire in the US

✔What companies should consider when looking to make their first hire?

✔The steps companies should take to a) stand out, b) attract the best possible talent and c) ensure they are embedding the company culture from day one

✔What are the best states/cities to set up in, and why?

✔Are companies better off building an "in-office" culture, or going for fully remote upon launch?