Picking the right location to launch a startup is an important and daunting decision.<br />Entrepreneurs have traditionally swarmed to Silicon Valley to kick off their companies.<br />But according to Business Insider, entrepreneurs are starting to think beyond the Golden State.<br />New York City is top on the list of alternatives. For one, it's a fashion and finance hub.<br />It has an incredible pool of talent, is far more open to women, and has plenty of venture capital . <br />