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Building Companies from Zero to One with Atish Davda + Nat Disston

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December 15, 2025
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Building Companies from Zero to One with Atish Davda + Nat Disston

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    EquityZen Co-Founder and CEO Atish Davda sat down with Nat Disston, Operating Partner at Atomic and former first employee at EquityZen, to dive into a topic they know well: the challenges of building companies from zero to one. 

    From the importance of building trust, to how to prioritize the first hires and the evolution of the venture market, they discuss the essential ingredients for turning an idea into a successful business. 

    Watch the full video to learn more.

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