S4E5: Empowering Social Impact Startups with Ben Hoffman, Co-Founder of House Numbers, and Robert Ravanshenas, Investment Partner at Maven Ventures

Join us for an engaging conversation with Ben, Co-founder of House Numbers, and Robert, Investment Partner at Maven Ventures. Ben's journey from software engineer in Silicon Valley to co-founding a home wealth management tech startup. Robert, Maven's “boomerang VC,” has been instrumental in backing bold founders who are shaping the future of consumer behavior, with investments in iconic brands like Zoom and Cruise.

In this discussion, Ben will share the mission behind House Numbers and why homeownership is crucial for the success of the middle class, while Robert will delve into investing at Maven Ventures and how it aligns financial success with societal impact. We’ll explore the challenges and opportunities in the startup-investor relationship, the significance of technical skills in tackling big problems, and what it means to create real impact in today’s evolving tech landscape.

Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, investing, or tackling societal challenges at large, this conversation offers valuable insights from two leaders at the forefront of innovation.