[SxSW] One Quarter Down, Here Are 2023’s Biggest Takeaways

In the Grit Daily Startup Podcast, guests Dr. Richard Munassi (Tampa Bay Wave), Michelle Jacobik (Author, The Path to Profits), and Anne Ahola Ward (Author, The SEO Battlefield), to discuss the Silicon Valley Bank financial crisis, crypto, and web 3 trends, and the effects of the pandemic on learning for students. They share their personal experiences about the tech startup space, talk about the importance of diversification and liquidity, and express empathy for the employees of Silicon Valley Bank. They note the necessity for entrepreneurs to educate themselves on crypto and NFTs, and caution against the use of TikTok due to the risks involved and litigation in Texas to ban it. The speakers also highlight the South by Southwest Festival as an incubator of innovation and energy and a great American comeback story.

Timestamps:

[00:00:08] The Benefits of High-Level Networking for Entrepreneurs 

[00:03:31] The Impact of the Silicon Valley Bank Crisis on the Talented Professional Community in the Startup and Tech Sector. 

[00:06:53] The main topic is an entrepreneur making millions by selling NFTs. 

[00:10:18] Government Regulation of Safety Data and Privacy for NFT and Digital Platforms. 

[00:13:28] The Energy and Excitement of the Technology Industry: My Experiences at South by Southwest and Running an Independent Insurance Agency 

[00:16:52] The Comeback of South By Southwest and American Innovation During the Pandemic