Helping immigrants navigate life in the U.S.
From Nepal to New York City, Liesel Vaidya is the co-founder and CEO of Imera, a venture-backed platform focused on expanding access and opportunity for immigrants. Liesel previously served as CTO of a digital health startup, where she built award-winning products that transformed access to care for survivors of sexual assault. Originally from Kathmandu, Nepal, she understands firsthand the barriers immigrants face when building a life in a new country.
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:06 Starting the First Company, and raising $9 million
02:51 Challenges and Lessons Learned
05:34 The Birth of a New Idea
09:52 Introducing Imera - bridging the knowledge gap for immigrants
14:02 Community Building and Partnerships
17:03 Future Vision and Goals
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