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by brianliou91 2588 days ago
When I was a 21 year old with a fledgling startup, Geoff kept a promise to me several years later that he definitely didn't need to and had barely any incentive to. He did it because he is a man of his word and I owe much of the opportunity I have in my career because of his integrity and that choice to keep it. Congrats Geoff! And THANKS!!!
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The great leaders have less need to keep them - but keep them anyways. Speaks well of YC to recognize him.
What was it?
To raise his son as his own and never reveal his true parentage.
First of his name. Protector of the realm (of the valley) :)

Congrats Geoff! Much deserved. Looking forward to seeing great things at YC

Promise me, Geoff.
If this were Reddit, I would've awarded you Gold.
Thankfully though, it's not.
Well, a little bit of good humor never hurt nobody :-)
That he will keep his promise. Duh!