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Goodie Impact Story: Norma Padron (EmpiricaLab)

09 Jan 2023 In Goodie Impact Stories By Joey Womack

Goodie Impact Story: Norma Padron (EmpiricaLab)

VC’s often talk about how, at the earliest stages, they invest in founders and not companies. Well, we’re not VC’s at Goodie Nation, but this is the story of what happens when good founder traits meet opportunity. Early last September, I interviewed Norma Padron from EmpiricaLab for a spot in our program. EmpiricaLab is a ...

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