Halle Kaplan-Allen (Venture Operations @ AngelList)

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This week we had on Halle Kaplan-Allen (@____hka) of AngelList.

AngelList is the OG platform for startups, angel investors, and job-seekers looking to work in tech. Halle has built a unique skillset as an operator, no-code wizard, and Twitter personality, and we wanted to have her on to pick her brain on a wide range of topics.

In this talk, we discuss:

• leveraging software and building scalable systems

• why funds cannot afford to overlook internal operations

• creating a brand based on authenticity

Check out the full episode below:

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• First Round is looking for a talent analyst in SF.

• Bertram Capital is looking for an associate in SF or remote.

• Moonshots Capital is looking for an associate in LA.

• Touchdown Ventures is looking for a senior associate in Philly.

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