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I loved accelerators because you took equity in the startups, and you got to supercharge their business really quickly by working very hands-on with the founders. Completely new to fintech. It was a huge baptism of fire.

Edwina Johnson, General Manager at MoneyGram Online International on Riding Unicorns · Edwina Johnson, GM @ MoneyGram International

“One of the best accelerators in London at the time was startup boot camp.”

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I loved accelerators because you took, best in class in a particular industry, you took equity in the startups, and you got to supercharge their business really quickly by working very hands on with the founders. One of the best accelerators in London at the time was startup boot camp. They were running a fintech program, and I joined as the COO of a fintech accelerator. Completely new to fintech. It was a huge baptism of fire, got thrown at the deep end.

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Clear explanation of accelerator appeal with specific benefits, plus relatable career transition story. Shows willingness to take risks and learn quickly.

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