We speak with Sophiya Chiang, the Founder & CTO at Deploy.
Sophiya is a AI engineer, data and computer scientist with a passion for inclusive entrepreneurship. She has dedicated her career to empowering startups and breaking down barriers in the innovation economy. As the Founder & CTO of Deploy, a Venture Capital Infrastructure platform, Sophiya is revolutionizing the fundraising landscape by providing access to alternative funding channels through a distributed deal scouting and expert evaluation network.
Deploy's platform is designed to empower entrepreneurs from all backgrounds to participate in the innovation economy. By leveraging AI and blockchain, Sophiya and her team are lowering the barriers to entry not only for funding but for individuals to contribute and capture value from their participation in the startup ecosystem.
In this episode, we delve into Sophiya's journey, the pivotal moments that led her to go “all-in” on deploy, and how she’s overcome the challenges along the way. We talk about managing risks, developing products under ever-changing circumstances, and how to find balance amongst the “start-up life” chaos.
