Saumya Bhatnagar, co-founder of the AI startup Jeeva, highlights the intersection of creativity and technology in her work, emphasizing that both are necessary for product development. Despite challenges as a female founder, such as bias and limited mentorship, Bhatnagar has successfully navigated these barriers, bringing Jeeva to a valuation of over $20 million and achieving $5 million in annual recurring revenue. The article also discusses the broader issues female founders face in the VC landscape, noting a rise in investments yet persistent disparities in funding opportunities.
"There's this myth that creativity and technical skills are mutually exclusive. But to build great software and a great product, you need a little bit of both."
"While prominent women like Fei-Fei Li and former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati have gained recognition, many female founders still face gender-related obstacles like fundraising bias and limited mentorship."
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