Leon Lin

Yo, so let me tell you about Leon Lin. This guy’s the real deal, straight up. He’s part of YC W23, which means he’s already crushing it in the startup world. But get this – he’s not just some random guy trying to get rich quick. Nah, he’s got a legit background, having worked at Pinterest, which is no joke. That’s a huge platform, so dude knows his stuff when it comes to social and tech.

Before YC, he jumped into the startup scene with 1stCollab. Their whole thing? Performance-optimized influencer marketing. Basically, they’re making influencer ads way smarter, more works well, no bullshit. The kind of thing that actually moves the needle, not just chasing likes. That shows Leon’s all about cutting through the noise and building stuff that actually works. His work at 1stCollab has been featured in articles like “Performance-Optimized Influencer Marketing” and company profiles, so he’s definitely making waves in that space.

And it’s more than just tech for him. He’s jumped into advocacy-signing petitions, joining community calls with YC. It’s clear he cares about the bigger picture, about having an effect and fighting for what’s right.

What’s crazy is his process. From big-name tech at Pinterest to jumping into startups, he’s clearly motivated by more than just money. It’s about building real solutions, making influencer marketing smarter, and maybe even reshaping how brands connect with people. He’s got that hustle, that vision to turn ideas into reality.

And honestly, you can tell he loves this shit – no cap. His experience screams someone who’s been around the block, seen the bullshit, and decided to do something better. That’s what makes him important. He’s not just riding trends; he’s creating them. He’s got the smarts, the experience, and the drive to make some serious waves.

Bottom line? Leon Lin is that guy who’s been in the trenches, knows what works, and is now pushing the boundaries of influence marketing and social tech. Keep an eye on him – he’s only getting started, and it’s gonna be fun to watch him crush it even more.