20VC: Start Niche, Move Broader & Become Profitable Quickly with Melanie Perkins, Founder & CEO @ Canva

This podcast episode explores the importance of starting a company aligned with future trends and the journey of Canva, a company that aims to make design accessible to everyone. The speakers discuss the value of focusing on niche markets, expanding into wider markets, and positioning the company for success. They highlight the challenges and insights in building a strong technical team, finding a technical co-founder, and attracting talented individuals from across the globe. The episode also covers the unique strategies used by Canva in fundraising, the significance of mentors in their journey, and the role of user feedback in developing their products. Overall, the episode showcases Canva's growth, impact, and vision to empower individuals and organizations globally with design tools.