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From Parking Lot to Pulse Point: Seth Hurwitz on Venue Energy

For Seth Hurwitz, the show doesn’t start when the lights dim. It starts in the parking lot. As described in this article, his attention to detail starts far before the doors open—and continues long after the final song.As founder and chairman of I.M.P. and the creative force behind some of Washington D.C.’s most beloved venues—including the legendary 9:30 Club—Hurwitz has long understood that venue energy is not a switch that gets...

Masha Bucher: The Driving Force Behind Day One Ventures

Masha Bucher is a name that resonates strongly with the venture capital landscape. As the founder and managing partner of Day One Ventures, she has carved out a niche for herself by focusing on early-stage startups with high potential. Under Bucher's leadership, Day One Ventures operates with a clear and compelling mission: to support visionary founders from the very first day of their entrepreneurial journey. By offering financial backing and...