Bootstrap Battles: Startup Pressure Test with Sergey Khusnetdinov

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Boston Blockchain - Voices of Boston Blockchain Week 2025

QUBIC Labs and China Shop Productions

33 episodes

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Voices of Blockchain is the official podcast of Boston Blockchain Week, where disruptors and innovators in blockchain, Web3, and AI share their stories and game-changing ideas. From DeFi and NFTs to DAOs and the future of AI-powered blockchain, we dive deep into what’s next—and what’s real. Get hyped for Boston Blockchain Week—grab your tickets now at bostonblockchainweek.com and follow @blockchainwk on Twitter for all the latest.

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Bootstrap Battles: Startup Pressure Test with Sergey Khusnetdinov

Boston Blockchain - Voices of Boston Blockchain Week 2025

48 minutes 13 seconds

3 months ago

Bootstrap Battles: Startup Pressure Test with Sergey Khusnetdinov

Sergey Khusnetdinov, founder of Gain Ventures, shares his approach to funding bootstrapped startups with resources over equity. From pitch competitions designed to test founders under pressure to lessons from five ventures, Sergey explores why VC dependency can break teams, Gain’s “gain of function” philosophy, and Airbnb house bonding for portfolio companies. He discusses exiting a healthcare startup and spotting winners early.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, or bootstrap fan, this episode redefines startup success.

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🌐Presented by: Boston Blockchain Week

Ready to bootstrap your way? This one’s for you.

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