Miki Reynolds From VC Firm Slauson & Co Interview | Venture Capital, Start Ups, Founders | Ep 26

Did you know that only 9% of Americans own an established business? Yup, Steven’s part of that 9%.

Join Steven Burton on the next episode of the “9 Percent Show” for an exclusive interview with Miki Reynolds, Head of Programs at Slauson & Co, a leading early stage venture capital firm. Get ready to dive into the world of venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship as Steven and Miki discuss all things founders need to know. With Miki’s extensive experience at Slauson & Co and her background as CEO & Co-Founder of Grid110, an award-winning non-profit supporting underrepresented founders, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Who is Steven Burton: Steven is the Founder and CEO of Perfect Tux, a remarkable journey that began from scratch and has since burgeoned into a thriving 7-figure enterprise. With a lifelong entrepreneurial spirit, boasting over two decades of invaluable experience in the realm of ECommerce, Steven has not only successfully helmed Perfect Tux but has also embarked on ventures that exemplify his unwavering commitment to innovation and business acumen.

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► Video Chapters:

0:00 Introduction
2:55 Why Grid110 Was So Impactful to Steven
4:03 Miki’s Background and Her Passion for Startups
12:16 Starting Grid 110
14:17 Should You Be Passionate About the Problem You’re Solving?
17:40 What is Slauson & Co?
19:47 What Is Venture Capital?
23:40 What Does a Venture Backable Company Look Like at the Pre-Seed Stage?
29:15 How Can Founders Learn More About Venture Capital and Determine If It’s Right for Them?
32:14 What Does Slauson & Co Look For When Investing in a Company?
36:11 What Traits Does a Successful Company Have and How Can Early Stage Companies Demonstrate Them?
39:57 Underrepresented Founders and Diversity
48:20 Unconscious Biases
50:55 What Is the Difference Between a Startup, Small Business, and Lifestyle Business?
56:05 Profitability Vs. Growth – Which Is More Important?
1:03:15 Advice for Startups Wanting to Pitch Slauson & Co?
1:06:58 Conclusion

► Social Media Handles:

Steven Burton – https://www.instagram.com/sdotburton/
Miki Reynolds – https://www.instagram.com/mikster
9 Percent Show – https://www.instagram.com/the9percentshow

► Businesses Featured:

Perfect Tux – https://www.perfecttux.com