434. Why Australia will NEVER be Silicon Valley with Chris Saad

2024-06-18

My guest today is Chris Saad, he’s a seasoned product and startup builder, co-host of The Startup Podcast, and former Head of Product at Uber's Developer Platform.He’s been at the forefront of building companies since graduating high school the turn of the millennium, and has spent considerable time in both Australia’s and the United State’s tech and startup ecosystems, giving him a unique perspective on the differences between the two.We discussed:the apparent catch 22 of Australia’s social safety netthe difference in mindset between American and Australian founders

My guest today is Chris Saad, he’s a seasoned product and startup builder, co-host of The Startup Podcast, and former Head of Product at Uber's Developer Platform.

He’s been at the forefront of building companies since graduating high school the turn of the millennium, and has spent considerable time in both Australia’s and the United State’s tech and startup ecosystems, giving him a unique perspective on the differences between the two.

We discussed:

the apparent catch 22 of Australia’s social safety net
the difference in mindset between American and Australian founders
the underlying geographic, political, and economic realities
why Australia’s investment ecosystem is unsophisticated
Chris’ provocative thought son social justice activism amongst startup ecosystems
regulatory and tax landscapes
and so much more

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