Ecosysteming
Ecosysteming is the podcast redefining economic development through the lens of equitable entrepreneurship. Join NC IDEA’s Thom Ruhe as he engages with entrepreneurs and experts who are challenging the status quo and driving lasting change. Catch new episodes of Ecosysteming every other Tuesday on all major podcast platforms.
Ecosysteming
The North Carolina Advantage w/ Jenn Summe | Ep. 30
We welcome Jenn Summe to the 30th episode of Ecosysteming! As General Partner at Primordial Ventures, Co-Founder of LiLa, and a longtime NC IDEA SEED ($50K) Core Reviewer, Jenn brings deep insight into what makes North Carolina founders stand out and why the state’s startup ecosystem is gaining national attention.
Did you know 57% of Primordial’s portfolio is made up of NC IDEA–funded companies? In this episode, Jenn shares how Primordial evaluates early stage teams and the founder traits that consistently signal potential. You’ll also want to hear about LiLa (Ladies Investing / Local Angels), an educational group that shares learnings and insights on early stage business investment in the Triangle. Tune in!