Nathaneo Johnson CEO Series: How to raise £3.1M from VCs with no imposter syndrome at Yale

How do you fit in at an Ivy League school? How do you raise millions as a student for your startup? Ever feel like your background is holding you back from big dreams?In this episode of Low to Grow, Annie sits down with Forbes Under30 CEO Nathaneo Johnson, co-founder of the Series app, to talk about how he transformed a challenging childhood into fuel for building a VC-backed startup whilst at Yale. From becoming valedictorian against the odds to launching a platform that uses AI to foster authentic social connections, Nathaneo’s story is proof that resilience can reshape your entire trajectory.Tune in as we explore:How Nathaneo navigated Yale without imposter syndromeWhy doing what you love isn’t a luxury — it’s a mental health strategyThe one thing young entrepreneurs often overlook but absolutely needKeep in touch at:Instagram: ⁠@lowtogrowpodcast⁠TikTok and YouTube: @lowtogrow⁠https://www.lowtogrow.com⁠SAY HI at ⁠[email protected]⁠ :)Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to Nathaneo Johnson and Series02:13 – Childhood Influences and Early Ambitions04:14 – Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience06:31 – Navigating Yale with NO Imposter Syndrome07:35 – Student Podcaster to Raising Millions08:21 – Motivation Behind Series09:29 – Finding the Right Co-Founder10:23 – Turning Ideas into Reality: The Creation of Series11:58 – Challenges in Building and Fundraising14:44 – Current Focus and Future Plans for Series16:21 – Advice for Aspiring Teen Entrepreneurs18:04 – Mental Health and Doing What You LoveFollow Nathaneo:Series Website: https://www.series.soX: https://x.com/Nathaneo_j/with_repliesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaneo-johnson-86aa4a253/Please Note: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. If you're experiencing mental health challenges, seek support from a qualified professional. Explore free resources at ⁠https://www.mind.org.uk/⁠.