When Co-Founders Collide: Navigating Co-Founder Relationships
In this candid and revealing episode, Ivy sits down with her former co-founder, Kelly, for the first time since parting ways in their entrepreneurial journey. Together, they reflect on the founding of Helios, the challenges of working in a high-stakes startup, and the lessons they learned about co-founder relationships.
With 66% of high-potential startups failing due to co-founder conflict, Ivy and Kelly break down the dynamics that shaped their partnership—how their different work styles, expectations, and financial stakes influenced their business decisions. They revisit critical moments, from raising capital to navigating power struggles, and explore how their relationship evolved through the launch of All the Queen’s Horses, a documentary that took on a life of its own.
Despite their differences, Ivy and Kelly share a mutual respect and an understanding of what went right—and what they would do differently in future partnerships. As they reflect on the past, they also look ahead to a new collaboration, proving that even when co-founders collide, growth and reconciliation are possible.
Tune in for an honest discussion on startup struggles, leadership, and the complexities of business relationships.
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