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Mitch Kapor: The Look Back Interview

Great to catch up with founder of the groundbreaking Lotus 1-2-3 and then Kapor Capital to help fund under-represented founders and so much more!

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keith newman
Mar 05, 2024
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The Look Back welcomes Mitch Kapor -- Founder of Lotus Development and CEO of the groundbreaking spreadsheet 1-2-3. Ok, that was the ‘80s baby but there are lots of great parallels to today’s software innovation and go to market motions. What’s more, Mitch discusses everything from thoughts on AI, development and his own personal journey from his early software success into building the Kapor Center and Kapor Capital. Now, he is an advisor and investor to 150+ under-represented founders and rocking his mission of creating an Inclusive & Equitable Technology Sector. And while a successful venture fund isn't as easy as 1-2-3... Mitch, his wife, and team have built an impressive organization HQd in Oakland, California.

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