Gai Noi Minneapolis - Soapbox Dinner Series

Welcome to the Monthly R.E.P.O.R.T. โ†’ May Edition!

Hereโ€™s what happened this month (so far):

We hosted our first Soapbox Dinner Series: Twin Cities Edition!

We brought together 11 emerging leaders in VC across the Twin Cities for an intimate dinner experience. Soapbox is on a mission to connect those with the first touchpoint on deals in their local communities and beyond over a good meal and conversation. We strongly believe in the power of peer-to-peer networking in VC. Read more about our conviction here.

Shoutout to our sponsors Taft Law, Redbud VC, and Heist Collective!!

What city will be next? Stay tunedโ€ฆ Here's a hint: ๐ŸŒญ๐ŸŽก

In other travel news:

Maria just got back from Washington, DC, attending Revolutionโ€™s Beyond Silicon Valley Summit!

Emily attended Angel Fest in Minneapolis - a conference connecting angel investors from Minnesota and beyond.

Resources

Funding ๐Ÿ’ฐ

Podcasts, readings, and other fun things on the VC funding landscape

Good Reads ๐Ÿ“–

A few of our favorite essays, short stories, and writings that we read this month

Your Career in VC ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ป

Check out these links on helpful tools, tips, and resources for starting or advancing your career in VC

The Monthly R.E.P.O.R.T

What Weโ€™re Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsesseing, Recommending, & Treating

READING ๐Ÿ“š

Emilyโ€™s Reading: ACOMAF

I am still trying to get through the monstrous ACOMAF book so forgive me ๐Ÿ˜ญ

ADD ME ON GOODREADS!! (Yes, this is a threat.)

Mariaโ€™s Reading: TIME Magazine

My parents had a subscription to TIME when I was growing up, so the nostalgia on this one is real.

I recently renewed my online subscription and have been hyper-fixated on reading cover to cover!

EATING ๐Ÿด

Emilyโ€™s Eating: Grilled Corn Mango Salsa

I canโ€™t stop making this corn & mango salsa from Jennyโ€™s Table!! Itโ€™s such a great spring/summer snack.

Itโ€™s salty with the feta, sweet from the mango, crunchy from the panko, and punchy from the lime and tajin.

Eat it with some tortilla chips and youโ€™re all set ๐Ÿฅญ๐Ÿ˜‹

Mariaโ€™s Eating: Arepas!

My first introduction to Arepas was in high school, working at an international breakfast cafe, and I recently became reacquainted on my recent trip to DC!

I had lunch at Arepa Zone one day and instantly remembered why I love these little corncakes stuffed with filling so deeply! Theyโ€™re salty, savory, and acidic. Everything you want in a little lunch or snack.

PLAYING ๐ŸŽฒ

Emilyโ€™s Playing: Bridgerton Season 3

New season of Bridgerton just dropped!!!!!

If you havenโ€™t seen or heard of it, its a Netflix show based off the book series by Julia Quinn. Itโ€™s a romance series set in the Regency Era in England (1795-1837).

I LOVE a good period piece, and they always have a killer soundtrack.

Mariaโ€™s Playing: NBA Playoffs + Finals

If youโ€™ve been reading Soapbox, itโ€™s not a secret how much I love sports! The WNBA season is off to a fantastic start and the NBA is nearing the end.

I love flicking on whatever finals game is on throughout the week and looking forward to matchups in the coming weeks.

My couch is ready for conference championships this week ๐Ÿ™‚

OBSESSING ๐Ÿคฉ

Emilyโ€™s Obsessing: Kodak PixPro FZ55

I got another camera ๐Ÿคญ

I was looking for an affordable option to take nostalgic pics while indoors. This digital camera is PERFECT! The flash feature helps take amazing pics.

Highly recommend! Its great for concerts, bars, dinners, and pics at night! And its small enough to throw in your purse.

Mariaโ€™s Obsessing: Bim Bam Boo Products!

Eco Friendly โœ… Women Owned โœ…

Minneapolis-based Bim Bam Boo: Bamboo Paper Towels and Toilet Paper have hit the shelves at Target, and they have my full recommendation!

The paper towels and and tissues are a new staple in my apartment.

RECOMMENDING ๐Ÿ

Emilyโ€™s Recommending: Poppi Lemon Lime

This new flavor was revealed at Coachella through a partnership with influencer Alix Earle.

Iโ€™m a huge fan of the Poppi story and brand. Iโ€™m an even bigger fan of the product.

My favorite flavors are orange, lemon lime, and cherry limade ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ’

Mariaโ€™s Recommending: AAA

As a gal who got not one but TWO flat tires this week - I canโ€™t recommend a AAA membership enough!

It was so nice to know that I can get a tow or a spare no matter where I am at. Memberships range from $40-$100 annually; honestly, if you drive A LOT, itโ€™s a no-brainer!

TREATING ๐Ÿ’ซ

Emilyโ€™s Treating: Permanent Jewelry

I treated myself to permanent bracelets! The pieces are welded together to make it claspless jewelry. Theyโ€™re meant to be worn as an everyday piece of jewelry that lives on you as long as youโ€™d like! Iโ€™m obsessed!

Shoutout to Link X Lou for the beautiful work โค๏ธ

Ft. Henry up front and Tom in the background

Mariaโ€™s Treating: My bossโ€™s dogs

Iโ€™ve been spending extra time with Tom and Henry this month!

That means petting them during downtime in between calls. I love having some furry friends in the office.

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