Investors and founders are much alike. As a Founding Partner MENA at Golden Gate Ventures I have built and invested across three emerging ecosystems. In every ecosystem, capital has not been scarce. What is scarce is access to experienced networks and investors who have gone through the full cycle, as well as to the network of investors and strategic partners that help grow the founder’s business. My hope is that this article helps founders understand how investors view and

Am I worth it? Am I worth your attention? Should I even be here? Do you see me as your equal? I have always had this insecurity.