I expected some backlash as Jessica made here "hey guess what, I'm a co-founder of YC and I was as important as anyone" tour complete with this post. Glad to see it wasn't that bad.
For those that are put off by Jessica doing this: she is not going to get credit unless she takes it. She deserves it, she's earned it, and the historical record should indicate it. Good on her for taking the FFC and this post (and a couple interviews) to set the record straight. The story of YC is the story of a female founder and it's critical the record reflect that.
For those that are put off by Jessica doing this: she is not going to get credit unless she takes it. She deserves it, she's earned it, and the historical record should indicate it. Good on her for taking the FFC and this post (and a couple interviews) to set the record straight. The story of YC is the story of a female founder and it's critical the record reflect that.