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Brianna is President the Northwest Region of the Keiretsu Forum angel investment community, the largest and most active venture investor globally. Brianna tells us which businesses are likely to be funded – and not funded – due to the coronavirus climate. She feels there will be a shift to reinvestment instead of newer investments. They are looking at companies that have at least 12 months of runway in the bank. She feels a lot of businesses will grow out of the coronavirus period. She sees ideas turning into businesses constantly. Grants and loans, even from parents or friends, may be an option for new businesses. In the coronavirus arena, life science businesses are going well. Even gaming business and accessories are doing well because more people are at home. wellness businesses, testing companies, more insulated companies.
She feels there will be fundamental shift in the evolution of the human species including unintended consequences of
overdoing something like washing your hands. There is a lot of stress in repivoting your business. She feels that working from home with 3 kids is very difficult, trying to keep calm and have patience. She talks about screen time, game nights, and getting outside. Teachers want to be back in the classroom, and parents want them there, too.
Listen to one of her most interesting thoughts about a huge positive that will come out of the coronavirus!
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