I’m launching something new 😅
Hi friends!
If you’re getting this email it means we’re best buds, DM on Instagram, or have connected in some way (probably LinkedIn). You’re a startup savant who I admire, and I’d love to have you be part of the earliest days of what I’m building.
I’ve spent the last 10+ years working with some incredible startups (Casper, Billie, Diem, Parade, Girlfriend Collective, even WeWork had its moments…), but now I’m finally ready to make something of my own…
Black Unicorn has been the name I’ve been using for my people/talent consultancy, but starting next year, it’s going to be the name of the internet’s first platform for startup people.
Before the official launch, we’ll roll out our Early Access program where you can become one of our first members. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter to be the first to know when we roll this out.
I’ll be sending out a monthly newsletter to share startup job opps, Q&As with community members, and my own POV on startup news. A sneak peek is below. Consider yourself signed for the ride, but if you want to unsubscribe you totally can.
Jobs
Alex Fine, Dame Products CEO, is looking for a freelance web developer. If you’re interested in an intro, let me know.
west~bourne is hiring a supply chain & sustainability manager. If you have 5 years of experience and are passionate about reducing waste, apply here!
Cadence is hiring a people ops manager. Email me if you’re interested.
BU Community Wins
Lily Sullivan (Head of Brand at maude) just launched a newsletter! Called Love and Other Rugs, it’s a satirical newsletter on dating and design.
Mira Shane just started her new role at Justworks after an amazing journey at Verb Energy, focusing on DEI. Congrats!
Diem hosted their first IRL events, 1 in NY with Looni’s Chelsea Leyland, 1 in LA with Jaclyn Johnson and 1 in SF with Maitree Parekh! I lol-ed when I read that they described their events as “Big Group Chat Energy.”
News
Olamide Olowe (CEO of Topicals) just raised a Series A! In just two years, Topicals has had 675% YOY revenue growth and is the fastest growing skincare brand at Sephora.
Supplements brand Hilma has been acquired by The Biocodex Group. They went in for a regular fundraise and it turned into an acquisition!
Jessica McGlory announced the launch and fundraise for Guaranteed to change how society talks about death.
Jamie Lee just launched Flox, a platform for meeting new people. They marked the milestone with an IRL event.
And now, I’ll leave you with this:
More to come,
JT