I'd argue this is a reductionist point of view. COVID forced so many things, including an acceleration of a trend toward distributed advice. It's entirely poss

I'd argue this is a reductionist point of view. COVID forced so many things, including an acceleration of a trend toward distributed advice. It's entirely possible (probable?) SF was the best place to start a company. It probably still is 2-10x better than the next startup hub for a complete outsider to break into startups. However, what I think is changing is that for insiders, ie ex big tech employees, or former founders, SF / SFBA at large are no longer requisite.