Capturing the Founder Spirit w/ Brian Tran
Brian Tran is a multi-hyphenate founder, designer, and community builder whose journey runs from Houston to Pandora, Kleiner Perkins, and an eight-year startup ride focused on LGBTQ+ connection.
Jim and Brian unpack coming out at 13, landing a first VC check in 15 minutes, surviving pivots (including web3), the painful decision to shut down—and the hopeful next chapter: SE / “sector,” a platform creating intergenerational connections for LGBTQ+ industry leaders.
Episode Highlights:
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - Meet Brian Tran—founder, designer, connector
2:20 - Houston roots & coming out at 13…
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