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361: Have a Dog for the Day

Embedded.fm · 5 Feb 2021 · 41m · Episode 361

What this episode covers

Christelle Rohaut, CEO and co-founder of Codi, explains how her company provides daytime workspaces in private homes to support remote workers and boost local economies. She discusses the application of circular economy principles to real estate and urban planning, emphasizing the reduction of waste and the revitalization of neighborhoods. Rohaut also touches on the challenges of data-driven city planning, privacy concerns with urban sensors, and the importance of credibility for early-stage startups.

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early-stage companies

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Codi, Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Airbnb, WeWork, ShotSpotter, Getaround, Turo, Danone, Google, Sidewalk Labs, Amazon, GitLab, Okta, Facebook, Second Harvest Food Bank
Products
WhatsApp, Slack

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