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May 26, 2015

Shara Mendelson, Founder, Plum Benefits

In the third episode Jeremy Shinewald and Miles Lasater interview Shara Mendelson, Founder of Plum Benefits and Board Member of Venture for America. Shara shares her journey from play house volunteer to founder of Plum Benefits – a company that moves ticketed entertainment inventory through a private network of B-to-B relationships partnering with 20,000 corporations to give millions of employees exclusive discount and access offers to live entertainment events, including Broadway shows, sporting events, attractions and family events.

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VFA Has Ceased Operations


Since its first cohort in 2012, Venture For America (VFA) has championed entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth across the nation. As of August 6, 2024, VFA has ceased its operations. While this marks the end of an era, it also provides an opportunity to reflect on the extraordinary accomplishments and lasting impact that we have achieved together.

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