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Y Combinator is the premier startup ecosystem

Exclusive access to YC the world's most valuable startup ecosystem, meticulously selected for exceptional returns.

6.5%

YC companies become unicorns

($1B+ valuation)

25%

YC unicorns exceed $10B in valuation

45%

secure Series A funding

(industry avg: 33%)

50+%

still operating after 10 years

(industry avg: 30%)

$800B

in combined market value created

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Since 2020 we've invested in 100+ startups from Y Combinator & a total of $40M+
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“Gabriel was instrumental in our growth. The webinars he helped me craft accounted for 90% of our new customers for several months.”

Sonakshi Nathani
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