Alpha Girls
Alpha Girls
Julian Guthrie
Melinda Gates
Shows what's possible for women and girls everywhere by highlighting the stories of ground breaking women in Silicon Valley. - Melinda Gates
Reid Hoffman
The story of four women who entered the tech industry to follow their dreams and managed through hard work and creativity to make those dreams come true. - Reid Hoffman
Peter Diamandis
If you read one book about women in business, [this book] should be the one. - Peter Diamandis
Caroline Paul
About Silicon Valley as seen through the accomplishments of the powerful women who, against all odds, made their mark there. - Caroline Paul
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Alpha Girls

Alpha Girls: The Women Upstarts Who Took On Silicon Valley's Male Culture and Made the Deals of a Lifetime

Julian Guthrie
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Julian Guthrie
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In the heart of Silicon Valley, a battleground defined by innovation and ruthless ambition, four women emerge as unsung heroes, reshaping the future of technology and venture capital. "Alpha Girls" by Julian Guthrie dives into the exhilarating yet demanding world of these trailblazers who, against overwhelming odds, carved their names into the annals of tech history. Magdalena Yesil, Mary Jane Elmore, Theresia Gouw, and Sonja Hoel—each from diverse backgrounds—navigated the male-dominated terrain of venture capital to foster the growth of companies that have become household names. With meticulous detail and gripping narrative, Guthrie chronicles their journeys from ambitious newcomers to formidable powerhouses in an industry that seldom opened its doors to women. Guthrie's narrative is more than a collection of success stories; it's a compelling examination of resilience, ingenuity, and the relentless pursuit of equity and recognition. From Magdalena's leap from Turkey with barely a dollar to her name to Theresia's strategic victories in the boardroom, "Alpha Girls" illuminates the personal and professional battles these women faced, including unequal pay, blatant sexism, and the constant juggle of work and family life. Through their eyes, readers gain an insider's view of the high-stakes world of venture capital and the creation of tech giants. "Alpha Girls" stands not only as a testament to their achievements but also as an inspiration for future generations to break ceilings and forge their paths in the challenging yet rewarding realm of tech and venture capital.

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Released
2019
30 Apr
Length
304
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About Silicon Valley as seen through the accomplishments of the powerful women who, against all odds, made their mark there. - Caroline Paul
If you read one book about women in business, [this book] should be the one. - Peter Diamandis
The story of four women who entered the tech industry to follow their dreams and managed through hard work and creativity to make those dreams come true. - Reid Hoffman
Shows what's possible for women and girls everywhere by highlighting the stories of ground breaking women in Silicon Valley. - Melinda Gates
— Julian Guthrie, Alpha Girls

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