In technology, you always have to be innovating, and I loved the constant change, independence, and comradery, the feeling of being at the forefront of societal change.

I studied computer science and regularly attended the events organized by Peter, where I met like-minded students. They would become core to the network of founders I am connected with to this day.

I was incredibly lucky to receive my first investment days after leaving Yup from Village Global. They incubated my company for the first six months, hosting weekly dinners with other portfolio companies where we discussed challenges and shared learnings.

It does take a community to build a successful company, and Village Global was critical in getting Omneky off the ground.

I read a lot.

One big obstacle to founders starting companies is financial. It is challenging to start a company if you need the consistent income of a job (due to debt, providing for others in your family, etc.). So increasing the access to capital so more people can take the risk of starting a company is vital.

My favorite quote is, “Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits” by Thomas Edison.