Chat with Founders

Join first-generation immigrant and tech entrepreneur Sanjay as he shares his unique perspective on building startups as a non-native founder. Sanjay draws on his personal experiences immigrating to the US and working in successful companies to provide actionable advice to other entrepreneurs. In weekly chats, he'll discuss the challenges immigrant founders face and how to overcome obstacles like language barriers, cultural differences, visa restrictions, and lack of professional connections. Anisa is transparent about mistakes she's made and lessons she's learned the hard way so you can avoid pitfalls on your startup journey. Whether you're an immigrant looking to launch your own company or a native-born entrepreneur seeking to understand the first-gen experience, this page offers rare insight into the grit, determination, and creativity it takes for non-native founders to realize the American dream. Join the conversation each Monday.