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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

I hypothesized that a village could be created through technology, using a vetting mechanism and matching algorithm for caregivers.

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The Number One Goal is Getting Started - Avni Patel Thompson of Poppy

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The Number One Goal is Getting Started - Avni Patel Thompson of Poppy

03/03/18

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Y Combinator Cast

07/30/18

@ Y Combinator

We are building a platform that connects parents with vetted caregivers for childcare, aiming to create a modern village for families.

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Avni Patel Thompson

01/31/19

@ Y Combinator

I founded Poppy to connect families with vetted childcare providers, aiming to create a modern village for parents.

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Avni Patel Thompson

09/22/17

@ Y Combinator

I approximated the experience of connecting parents with caregivers using SMS, which allowed me to create a solution without needing a programmer.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

I realized that what parents really need is a sense of community or 'village' to support them in childcare.

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Avni Patel Thompson

09/22/17

@ Y Combinator

The biggest problem I found was that parents were missing their village, which is essential for raising children, especially when juggling careers.

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Adam Neumann

06/13/25

@ a16z

The future of living is about creating meaningful connections among residents, leveraging technology to enhance their experiences.

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Joelle Barral

05/09/25

@ Google DeepMind

AI can help improve healthcare delivery by screening populations in areas with limited access to medical professionals, as demonstrated in Thailand.

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Kevin Hale

07/03/19

@ Y Combinator

The online community will facilitate connections among participants, helping them find co-founders based on time zones and progress levels.

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Sean Mitchell

05/04/18

@ Y Combinator

The application and search processes for rentals need to be elevated through technology, reducing human interaction to streamline experiences.