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Travis Kalanick

10/25/13

@ Y Combinator

We're expanding significantly in Europe, focusing on operational expertise to ensure successful launches in cities like Paris and London.

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Travis Kalanick at Startup School 2012

@ Y Combinator

10/25/13

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After launching in Chicago, we experienced faster growth than in the Bay Area, prompting further expansions to cities like Boston and DC.

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Travis Kalanick

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As we expanded to other cities, we found that our operations became more efficient and the technology improved, leading to better service.

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Companies in Europe, such as Deeper 11 and Nabla, are rapidly scaling, demonstrating a significant shift in the startup ecosystem.

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When we launched in new cities, we hosted big launch events to pay respects to the local community and engage influential people.

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Adora Cheung

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The entrepreneurial spirit in Europe, particularly in London and Berlin, is vibrant and on the cusp of something great, even though Silicon Valley remains the top destination for entrepreneurs.

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After raising funds, we aim to expand across the country and enhance our defensibility in the market.

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Starting a company in Europe presents challenges, such as a fragmented market and a lack of nurturing environments for early-stage startups compared to Silicon Valley.

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The caliber and quality of founders in Europe is at an all-time high, with many having experience from top companies like Stripe and Facebook.

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