More than 125 startups have offices in Ukraine. Founders are rushing to protect their employees | Fortune
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More than 125 startups have offices in Ukraine. Founders are rushing to protect their employees | Fortune
""My family is in Kyiv, and they can't leave the country. The sky is closed. They hear explosions, and they hear sirens. They don't know what to do.""
""No one taught me what [a] CEO needs to do when the war starts. This is not the lesson I ever wanted or was ready to learn.""
""Our employees in Ukraine are doctors, and many of them chose to stay and volunteer in the local hospitals.""
""The invasion of Ukraine has ignited the largest attack on another country since World War II, leading to urgent challenges for startups operating in the region.""
The invasion of Ukraine has severely impacted startups with operations in the country, as employees face explosions and uncertainty. Many companies are working to evacuate staff and provide financial assistance. Notably, 126 startups have raised venture capital since 2021, and some employees are choosing to stay and volunteer in local hospitals. The situation has forced companies to adapt quickly to unprecedented challenges, with urgent needs for emergency plans and support for their teams in the war zone.
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