San Francisco is unique in that it celebrates the challenges of starting a company, creating an environment where entrepreneurs feel understood and supported.

Surrounding yourself with the right people and being in a vibrant city like the Bay Area can significantly enhance your startup journey and opportunities.

I was surprised to find that many people in San Francisco were working for or starting companies that they truly believed in, contrasting with my experiences abroad where non-profit work felt slow and bureaucratic.

In hindsight, it was the best decision to stick with San Francisco, as we grew alongside other startups in a co-working space, which was incredibly informative and transformational for us.

Being around other builders and innovators in San Francisco greatly increases your chances of success, as the community fosters collaboration and support.

When I moved to Silicon Valley, I finally felt at home among people who shared my passion for deep subjects and building, where my interests were celebrated rather than judged.

When I returned to San Francisco, I was inspired by the explosion of technology connecting people in unprecedented ways, leading me to believe we could leverage these connections for meaningful purposes.

Moving to the Bay Area can expose founders to new ideas and insights in AI, helping them stay competitive.

After quitting my job at Amazon, I moved to San Francisco where I found a co-founder and began working on various startup ideas without being picky about the market.