Entrepreneurs and investors unplugged - 10X hacks for startup and venture success. From idea to a scalable product, the journey is exciting and amazing and this podcast takes your through practical tips and tricks in navigating black swans and pandemics, pivots in your startup, build versus buy, liquidation, term sheets and series rounds, and more..
In this episode, we are joined by Nikita Singh, an experienced brand strategist and the visionary founder of Aam Pannaa Creations. Nikita has over five years of experience in building impactful brands and driving meaningful change.Nikita shares the story of how Aam Pannaa Creations came to life, shedding light on her approach to startup marketing and the inspiration behind developing an AI-powered chatbot. Nikita dives into the pivotal moments that shaped her journey as a change maker and marketer, sharing insights into building a dedicated team at Aam Pannaa Creations. She opens up about the toughest challenges she has faced and offers a glimpse into her daily routine.She also treats the audience to a musical interlude with a rap performance, showcasing her creative spirit. As we near the end of our conversation, Nikita reveals her vision for the future of Aam Pannaa Creations and what lies ahead for her venture. With her extensive experience in scaling digital profiles, including achieving impressive LinkedIn and Instagram growth for clients, Nikita's story is one of relentless passion and dedication to igniting purposeful conversations. Join us in this inspiring episode as we explore Nikita's journey of creativity, impact, and innovation.
Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast featuring the inspiring journey of Raman and Lakshmanan, the visionary co-founders of Backyard Creators.** Dedicated to affordable healthcare solutions, their flagship product, "Impulse," is an external ear device designed to restore hearing for congenital hearing loss. Discover how they are on a mission to empower communities in need across India and neighboring regions, creating a world where healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Join us as we delve into their innovative approach and the impactful work of Backyard Creators. Learn about their groundbreaking efforts in developing hearing implants within India, addressing a critical gap as no one else was manufacturing these devices domestically. Their commitment to accessible and transformative healthcare has earned them significant recognition, including the prestigious Young Achievers Innovation Award presented by Thiru MK Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. They have also been featured on Zee TV, highlighting their remarkable contributions to the healthcare industry. In this episode, Raman and Lakshmanan share their personal journeys, the challenges they faced, and the milestones they achieved in their quest to revolutionize healthcare.** Headquartered in both San Francisco and Mumbai, Backyard Creators is more than just a company—it's a movement dedicated to making high-quality healthcare accessible to all. Tune in to hear their inspiring story and gain insights into the future of healthcare innovation!
In this episode, we sit down with Sameer Ahirrao, Security and Privacy Practitioner and Founder CEO of Ardent Privacy. With over two decades of experience in information security at Symantec, Deloitte, and Lockheed Martin, Sameer shares his journey of starting Ardent Privacy, a company dedicated to empowering enterprises with data privacy, AI governance, and robust compliance solutions. We explore the core principles of data security, including the intriguing term "Bill of Materials," case studies on how Ardent's product works, and insights into why traditional data encryption isn't always the answer. Sameer dives into key domains within cybersecurity and explains how organizations can strengthen their compliance stack with rapid data asset visibility and meaningful protection mechanisms. Tune in to learn from Sameer's rich expertise as he shares his approach to efficiently managing a startup while driving innovation in cybersecurity and data privacy. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a professional in cybersecurity, this episode is packed with actionable insights!
In this episode, we are joined by Sanjay Poonen, CEO and President of Cohesity, a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Sanjay, a Harvard alumnus, shares how nearly half of the Fortune 100 rely on Cohesity for business resilience. A decade ago, Cohesity aimed to revolutionize data management by simplifying backups and data protection on a single platform. This vision continues to drive their innovations today. Recognized as a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cyber Recovery 2023 Vendor Assessment, Cohesity's team includes experts from Google, Nutanix, VMware, and more. Sanjay, with his extensive experience in scaling multi-billion dollar businesses and leading strong teams, discusses his expertise in cloud, applications, infrastructure, analytics, and security. Join us as Sanjay Poonen reveals Cohesity's journey and how they help the world's largest organizations enhance business resilience in a dynamic digital landscape.
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Abhi, an innovator and entrepreneur who seamlessly blends technology and filmmaking. With 17 international patents and publications in top journals like NATURE, Abhi is a key player in healthcare technology as the chair of TiECon Health and a member of Sand Hill Angels. However, Abhi's passion for the Marathi film industry sets him apart. Despite being an outsider, he has created a significant legacy in Marathi cinema and won the prestigious Swarn Kamal in 2012, a national award in India for his movie Deool featuring Sonali Kulkarni, Nana Patekar, and directed by Dr. Jabbar Patel, demonstrating that innovation knows no bounds. Before founding Optra Ventures, focusing on medical devices and digital healthcare, Abhi's first venture was acquired for $100 million. Now, Optra Ventures leads with companies like Optra Systems, Optra SCAN, and Optra Health.
In this podcast, Join us for a poignant podcast episode as we interview Girish, the dedicated volunteer CEO of IIT Madras Foundation and also the Co-founder & CEO of Rockfish Data.Rockfish Data is the industry's first outcome-centric synthetic data generation platform that helps companies unlock the true value of their data to tackle these data bottlenecks. Rockfish's data adaptive, and enterprise secure platform builds on patent-pending proprietary technology and years of university research from Carnegie Mellon University. Girish reflects on his impactful journey, expressing gratitude to the exceptional team, volunteers, and donors who propelled the foundation's mission of raising a $100M endowment for India's premier institution, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. In this podcast we talk about how RockFish Data is helping out in today's world, how Corporate life helped Girish in his startup, what he learned throughout his inspiring journey. Celebrating his remarkable journey presenting to you another exciting podcast.
In this podcast, we dive into the revolutionary world of Inhabitr with our special guest, Ankur Agrawal, the visionary founder of the first fully integrated platform-as-a-service furniture company. Discover how Inhabitr is redefining furnishing with flexible subscription, purchase, and pre-owned options across sectors like hospitality, multifamily housing, staging, student housing, short-term rentals (STR), and direct-to-consumer markets. Learn how their platform leverages AI-powered technology and a proprietary supply chain to provide a wide variety of furniture options curated by in-house designers. We also discuss their impressive achievement of raising a total of $31 million, including $27 million in Series B funding from Hamilton Ventures. Ankur Agrawal also shares his personal journey, relocating from Chicago, where he had a successful career at McKinsey & Company, to Silicon Valley to pursue his dream. Headquartered in San Francisco and Mumbai, Inhabitr is transforming the furniture rental industry with innovative and affordable solutions. Tune in to hear Ankur's insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of flexible furnishing solutions!
In this episode, we sit down with Abhijeet, a distinguished Global Sourcing and Procurement Leader who has consistently delivered impactful results and created value by building and coaching high-performing teams. Abhijeet is a visionary leader, focusing on long-term growth, digital transformation through AI, and driving sustainable results across various sectors. With a strong track record as a trusted Global Supply Chain Operations leader, Abhijeet has driven innovation and value across planning, sourcing, procurement, analytics, and service operations. His strategic vision and exceptional execution have made significant contributions in sectors such as Semiconductors, Medical Devices, Robotic Surgery, BioPharma/Biotech, Automotive, and High-tech industries. In addition to his extensive professional achievements, Abhijeet has completed the prestigious Stanford LEAD course, which significantly altered the trajectory of his career, further enhancing his leadership capabilities and impact. Tune in to learn from Abhijeet's journey, insights, and the strategic vision that continues to shape the future of global supply chain and procurement.
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Rahul, the founder of Towner Taxi, a visionary leader revolutionizing India's transportation sector. Towner functions as a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform, specifically designed to tackle the distinctive hurdles encountered by taxi and auto-rickshaw owners and drivers. Towner serves as a technology enabler, allowing drivers to harness state-of-the-art technology through a subscription-based model. This empowers them to kickstart their own digital enterprises, accompanied by an array of additional features that pave the way for them to become Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Join us as we explore the innovative solutions Towner Taxi brings to the transportation industry, providing drivers with the tools they need to thrive in a digital world. Rahul shares insights on overcoming challenges, empowering local drivers, and fostering economic growth through technology. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let's embark on this enlightening journey together at the Pitch Cafe. ☕️✨
Join us in this episode as we talk with Peter Kovacs, a top Silicon Valley executive coach, who empowers entrepreneurs and executives to maximize their global impact. With clients like Nvidia, Amazon, and Bain & Co., Peter offers invaluable insights into leadership and business growth. As a seasoned entrepreneur who successfully exited V12 Software, Peter understands the entrepreneurial journey's highs and lows. He also mentors at Singularity University, StartOut, and the NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center, sharing his expertise with the next generation of leaders. In this episode, Peter discusses transformative journeys, strategies for positive behavior development, and essential grooming for success in new environments. He shares experiences with founders worldwide, offering insights into building bridges between cultures.
Join us in this enlightening episode as we explore the groundbreaking mission of Kibo, an initiative by Trestle Labs dedicated to ensuring that no school, college, or office denies or discontinues education or employment for anyone facing disability, language, or literacy barriers. Discover how Kibo is making education and employment digital and inclusive for everyone, especially for those capable individuals hindered by an unsupportive ecosystem. Since its inception in 2017, Kibo has been committed to empowering people through AI-powered technology solutions. These solutions enable real-time listening, translation, digitization, and audio conversion of printed, handwritten, and digital content across multiple global languages, with a special focus on unserved and underserved Indian, African, and Asian languages. In this episode, we delve into Kibo's revolutionary product designed to aid blind individuals. This device allows users to listen to any book they place under it, transforming the way they interact with written content and opening up a world of knowledge and opportunities.Also we get to know about their learnings and experience in Shark Tank India.
In this episode, we sit down with Sameer Ahirrao, Executive Director of BConnect, and Viraj Raut, a sponsor of the event, to explore the journey of BConnect. BConnect aims to empower Maharashtrian professionals by creating a vibrant ecosystem that celebrates entrepreneurship, innovation, and community strength. Our guests share insights into how BConnect provides resources and opportunities to help professionals unlock their potential and chart their own paths with confidence. Hear from industry leaders like Anand Deshpande (Persistent Systems), Ramesh Raskar (MIT Media Lab), and Hanmant Gaikwad (BVG Group). Participate in workshops on go-to-market strategies, real estate, digital marketing, and AI governance. Connect with top companies at the career fair and pitch your startup idea to investors. Enjoy a performance by the renowned Sarma Art group. Gain insights from experts, enhance your skills, expand your network, and explore new opportunities.
In this episode of PitchCafe Podcast we sit down with Indy G., the visionary founder of Plasmagrid. Indy shares his journey from working at Google to founding his own AI startup, offering a unique perspective on the transition from a tech giant to an entrepreneurial venture. He discusses the foundational concepts of applied AI, emphasizing its significance in solving real-world problems and transforming various industries. Indy delves into some of the most pressing and challenging problems in applied AI today. He explores the complexities of predicting future situations, such as patient outcomes in healthcare, and how AI is being leveraged to make these predictions more accurate and reliable. Additionally, he provides an overview of the innovative projects and work being done at Plasmagrid. As an AI founder, Indy shares the top three lessons he has learned throughout his journey, offering valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts. He also discusses the best practices for managing data in an AI startup, emphasizing the importance of data quality and management in achieving successful AI outcomes.
Welcome to the Pitch Cafe Podcast ☕️ In this episode, Soundarya shares her transformative journey from corporate professional to entrepreneurial trailblazer and advocate. After her studies at Columbia University, she ventured beyond corporate confines, confronting U.S. immigration hurdles with determination. Experience her riveting narrative of self-publishing "Admitted" during the pandemic, empowering study abroad aspirants and fostering real-world impact among immigrants. Explore Soundarya's resilience through bureaucratic challenges and personal setbacks, emerging victorious and paving the way for others. Whether navigating the visa process or seeking entrepreneurial inspiration, her story offers practical guidance and invaluable insights. Celebrate her unwavering commitment to empowering others and making a real-world impact.
In this episode, Step into the future of construction with Navneet Aron Founder and CEO Livio and Aron Developers.
Welcome to the Pitch Cafe Podcast ☕️ Register for Immigration Services: https://bit.ly/3Q9fAcE In this episode, Chandan takes us on a captivating journey through his entrepreneurial endeavors and ventures into uncharted territories. From building vibrant communities to navigating the ever-changing landscape of business, Chandan's insights are as refreshing as a perfectly brewed cup of coffee. Chandan Perla is a 21-year-old entrepreneur extraordinaire who spearheaded the creation of the country's largest student community as the former head of community product at Bluelearn. With a diverse skill set ranging from deep research to event management and culinary arts, Chandan brings a unique blend of technical prowess and creative flair to every endeavor. Join us as we explore the intersections of passion, perseverance, and possibility. With each anecdote and reflection, Chandan offers a glimpse into the future of entrepreneurship and education, leaving us inspired to embrace our own paths of experimentation and growth. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let's sip on some wisdom together at the Pitch Cafe. ☕️✨
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
In this episode, we speak with Chitra Nayak, a seasoned board member and executive with vast experience in global business growth and transformational change. Chitra reflects on her journey with Neythri and discusses the key areas where female founders often need support, offering insights into strategy, operations, and leadership.We also dive into product-led growth strategies and the importance of using the right metrics to measure success in businesses of all sizes. Chitra shares her thoughts on building effective leadership boards for tech companies, highlighting the significance of diverse perspectives, particularly the role of women in leadership.To close the conversation, Chitra shares an inspiring story from 2024 that captures the shifting dynamics of business and technology. Her extensive background in scaling businesses and launching new products makes this episode packed with valuable takeaways for entrepreneurs and leaders.CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction02:05 The Beginnings of Neythri: Building the Foundation03:50 Key Areas Where Female Founders Often Need Support07:57 Critical Go-to-Market Insights for Startups11:00 When Does a Product-Led Growth Strategy Truly Succeed?13:23 Essential Metrics for Measuring Success in Small vs. Large Businesses16:00 Constructing the Ideal Leadership Board for a Tech Company19:21 Perspectives on Women Representation in Leadership Roles21:43 A 2024 Story That Deserves to Be Told24:34 Conclusion✨ ABOUT ME ✨ Hello, my name is Vidyangi (Vida) Patil. I am a mindset coach, author, and speaker. Five years ago when I started understanding success hacks for individuals, startups, and larger organizations little did I know I would end up working with mentors hail from Silicon Valley at Stanford University, MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and incubators and accelerators. All the way from guiding AI/ML startup founders in winning pitch competitions, and bagging investor appointments to helping youth entrepreneurs and women land their dream job or promotion, I plan to spill the beans of wisdom to launch you higher wherever you are in your life. I have successfully coached communities in social impact initiatives during COVID. Every week you will see new videos from me on career, personal growth, and technology trends to onboard your rocket ship to success!
In this episode, we are joined by Ritu Malhotra, CEO, InterviewByte.co. After an accomplished career spanning 20+ years as VP and Director in Banking and Tech, Ritu embarked upon startups that reimagine and redefine work-life for companies and professionals. Her experience spans shaping the market development strategy, market research, growth, product design, technical research, and product development of products that leverage AI, NLP, Data, Gen AI, and UX. During this time she frequently built MVPs for her startup and others, and advised startups, also. Currently Ritu is the CEO of InterviewByte.co, a startup that she founded and leads, which provides next-gen interviewing automation and co-pilots using generative AI, for precision hiring in finance. Ritu holds three full-time degrees in business and engineering with a focus on strategy and entrepreneurship, and has held a FINRA certification.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro01:20 Idea of building InterviewByte03:18 What problem are they solving?04:15 Using previous skill set06:13 Selecting the most important features08:20 Experience of building a community09:50 Using other tools to operate InterviewByte12:35 Lessons to share for founders15:00 OutroABOUT MEHello, my name is Vidyangi (Vida) Patil. I am a mindset coach, author, and speaker. Five years ago when I started understanding success hacks for individuals, startups, and larger organizations little did I know I would end up working with mentors hail from Silicon Valley at Stanford University, MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and incubators and accelerators.All the way from guiding AI/ML startup founders in winning pitch competitions, and bagging investor appointments to helping youth entrepreneurs and women land their dream job or promotion, I plan to spill the beans of wisdom to launch you higher wherever you are in your life.I have successfully coached communities in social impact initiatives during COVID. Every week you will see new videos from me on career, personal growth, and technology trends to onboard your rocket ship to success!Follow Me On My Other Social Media HandlesInstagram: / vidyangiLinkedIn: / vidyaangipatilTwitter: / vidyaangiApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Medium: / vidapatilWebsite: https://vidyangi.com/My New Book: https://vidyangi.com/booksTagsinspiring leaders,vida vidyangi patil,vida patil,indian podcast,pitch cafe podcast,earn crores,InterviewByte,Ritu Malhotra Interview,Startup success stories,AI in hiring,NLP and AI in tech,Scaling startups,Finance tech startups,Streamlining finance hiring,How to build a community for a startup,Lessons for startup founders,Product development in tech,Using AI to improve productivity,Tools for running a startup,Entrepreneurial journey in finance tech,How to prioritize features in a startup,Founder insights on AI and finance,Tech startups solving hiring problems,AI-driven hiring platformsHashtags#startup #interviewbyte #podcast
In this episode, we are joined by Ritu Malhotra, CEO, InterviewByte.co an innovative entrepreneur who brings over two decades of leadership in Finance and Tech. Ritu's expertise in AI, NLP, and UX has shaped her journey, from founding InterviewByte,co a platform designed to streamline and scale the hiring process for finance roles to leading Dialoggbox, a startup leveraging machine learning and telecom integration for cutting-edge speech-to-text solutions.Ritu shares the inspiration behind InterviewByte, the key challenges it solves, and how her previous skill set played a crucial role in its development. We dive into the process of identifying and prioritizing features during the platform's creation, as well as the lessons Ritu learned from building a community around her ventures. She also discusses the tools she uses to operate InterviewByte effectively and shares valuable insights for founders navigating the tech startup world.This conversation is packed with actionable advice and insider knowledge, perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to scale their ideas. Don't miss out on Ritu's story and the strategies that have driven her success.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro01:20 Idea of building InterviewByte03:18 What problem are they solving?04:15 Using previous skill set06:13 Selecting the most important features08:20 Experience of building a community09:50 Using other tools to operate InterviewByte12:35 Lessons to share for founders15:00 Outro✨ ABOUT ME ✨Hello, my name is Vidyangi (Vida) Patil. I am a mindset coach, author, and speaker. Five years ago when I started understanding success hacks for individuals, startups, and larger organizations little did I know I would end up working with mentors hail from Silicon Valley at Stanford University, MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and incubators and accelerators.All the way from guiding AI/ML startup founders in winning pitch competitions, and bagging investor appointments to helping youth entrepreneurs and women land their dream job or promotion, I plan to spill the beans of wisdom to launch you higher wherever you are in your life.I have successfully coached communities in social impact initiatives during COVID. Every week you will see new videos from me on career, personal growth, and technology trends to onboard your rocket ship to success!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to a New Episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
In this podcast episode, we're excited to talk with Sai Prasad Venkatachalam, the person who started Sai Aashraya Trust. Sai Aashraya Trust helps people in faraway places get better health care.
Welcome to the latest episode of the Pitch Café Podcast!
Welcome to the latest episode of the Pitch Café Podcast!
Welcome to the latest episode of the Pitch Café Podcast!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to another episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to a new episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to the Pitch Cafe Podcast!
Welcome to another episode of the Pitch Cafe podcast. Today we Have Mr. Dheeraj Pandey with us!
Welcome to the Pitch Cafe Podcast! ☕️ Join us as we sit down with our incredible guest Gaurav Sabharwal, a passionate entrepreneur with a strong focus on value systems and building global high-performance teams. With decades of experience co-creating and running successful tech-enabled businesses, our guest brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.
In today's episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast, our guest is Surbhi Kaul, VP of Global Customer Experience at Juniper Networks who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table ✨.During our conversation, Surbhi shared why CX is a top priority at Juniper, highlighting its crucial role in meeting customer expectations and driving business success
Welcome to the Pitch Cafe podcast! In today's episode, we are thrilled to have Sharad Sanghi, Chief Executive Officer of NTT Ltd. in India & Managing Director & CEO of Netmagic Solutions, join us for an insightful conversation.
In today's episode of the Pitch Cafe podcast, we have Nidhi Mathihalli, Founder of Helping Vision with us!
Bees are more important than humans, because if humans don't exist the earth will not be impacted, if bees don't exist it does. An avid traveler- thrilling speaker- content geek and much more, Omkar, is the Co-Founder & CEO at BHyve.io a multifaceted nextgen leader, as you will see - he has taught courses in Design Thinking, MVP Management, Negotiation, and Cultural Psychology. He led collaborative initiatives and curriculum co-creation efforts with MIT Media Labs, Harvard Business School, University of Bath, and Imperial Business school.BHyve enables large organizations to document tacit knowledge, increase Employee Productivity and reduce knowledge attrition.Omkar trained in Organizational Psychology, Cross-cultural psychology, and psychometric evaluations. Omkar's interest lies in creating peer learning algorithms, instructional design, and corporate digital strategies.During his tenure, he trained 25000+ Students across India, USA & UK in design thinking, 400 + Teachers in India with respect to the future of education and 25+ corporate houses such as Siemens, WPP, WNS in the domain of business agility.
In today's episode of Pitch Cafe, we have Rohin Parkar CEO & Co-Founder of Spintly, with us.
In today's episode of the Pitch Cafe podcast, we have Suyash Singh, Co-Founder, and CEO of GalaxEye, with us.
In today's episode of Pitch Cafe, we have someone who can manage work and life outside work with excellence and she spills her beans effortlessly. So much clarity in thinking and execution, only a mom, a sportswoman, an artist and a person who can throw an event for 500-800 attendees every two weeks can do. Shubha Prithvi Raj, President of Kannada Koota Northern California and also the Director, Technical Program Management at RingCentral, with us!
In this episode, we talk to Sanchit Garg who is building an app to improve emotional intelligence of employees at work✨. Executive coaching that is accessible to C-level execs is now being made available to all employees with Sanchit's new app and venture InnerFit
In today's episode of Pitch Cafe, we have Vandana Tilak, Founder of Jupiter 360 Foundation!
In today's episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast, we have Bharath Kumar with us!
In today's episode of Pitch Cafe Podcast, we have the Co-Founders of Conektto: Ram Sathia and Amol Dewhare.
In today's episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast, we have Ashish Kothari with us!
In today's episode of the Pitch Cafe Podcast, we have Sumeet Gala with us!
In today's episode of Pitch Cafe Podcast, we have Vasudha Badri Paul, with us!
In today's episode of Pitch Cafe Podcast, we have Vikrant Karvir, CEO & Co-Founder at Pulse42.io with us!
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