Think Like A Founder

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with James McGoff, Co-Founder and CPO of TemperPack. They talk about talk about putting a dent in the universe, promising something into existence, and colliding your ideas with reality as soon as possible.TemperPack engineers and manufactures sustainable insulated packaging for the perishable food and pharmaceutical industries.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://www.snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Elliot Katz, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Phantom Auto. They talk about the benefits of being a “newb,” the realities of a sink-or-swim environment, and learning from rejection.Phantom Auto's goal is to solve the labor shortage in logistics by enabling people to drive vehicles remotely from thousands of miles away.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://www.snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Mainul Mondal, CEO and Co-Founder of Ellipsis Health. They talk about creating a sense of belonging, taking care of yourself by serving others, and letting go of people who are unkind.Ellipsis believes that physical and mental health are equally important. Their mission is to connect the dots between the two and establish a new standard or care. We first spoke to Mainul back in season two and decided it was time to catch up!Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://www.snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with George Melika, Co-Founder and CEO of Volta Wallet. They talk about working on the worst part of the company, the nuance of being a co-founder, and stepping back from the problems to see the whole picture.Volta Wallet is a Cryptocurrency wallet that wants to democratize Cryptocurrency. Their aim is to make Blockchain more accessible and seamless for the everyday user, no matter what their background is.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://www.snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO, Maureen Taylor, speaks with André Bastié, CEO and Co-Founder of Happy Scribe. They talk about learning as you go, how adversity builds resilience, and the reality of working through depression.Happy Scribe uses AI technology to transcribe audio in over 120 languages, with automatic transcripts impacting industries from journalism to entertainment.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://www.snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor sits down with Madison Campbell, Co-Founder and CEO of Leda Health. They delve into forgiveness, the unique challenges faced by young, female founders, and the rarity of ambition.Leda Health's mission is to provide better help and resources for sexual assault survivors, their loved ones, and their communities. With a network of professionals in forensics, law, healthcare, advocacy, design, engineering, and politics, Leda Health is working to create a unique and holistic survivor-centric solution. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://www.snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Theo Saville, Co-Founder and CEO of CloudNC. They talk about hiring someone who's three inches wide and a mile deep, the adrenaline rush of being a crisis junkie, and the importance of doubling down on yourself.CloudNC is developing advanced software that makes it possible to create efficient and reliable manufacturing processes in a single click. As the manufacturing sector grapples with rising costs and aging workforces, CloudNC gives them the tools they need to deliver new capabilities and increase productivity.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc ReamContent and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On Season 5 Episode 9 of Think Like A Founder, SNP Communication's Co-Founder and CEO, Maureen Taylor, interviews Tony Shu. Tony Shu is the Co-Founder of companies Parker & Breaktime. Parker works to empower individuals to achieve financial freedom through fractional real estate investing. And Breaktime is a non-profit that breaks the cycle of young adult homelessness through purposeful transitional employment. Tony is a recent graduate from Harvard University, where he created his own major around housing and urban innovation. He has been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30, BostInno 25 Under 25, and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce's Ten Outstanding Young Leaders for his work.  Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Visit the Think Like A Founder website to learn more about the podcast and curriculum or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On Season 5 Episode 8 of Think Like A Founder, SNP Communication's Co-Founder and CEO, Maureen Taylor, interviews Eric Shnell. Eric Shnell is the Founder and CEO of Craitor. Craitor is committed to bolstering the supply chain for the Department of Defense. With their 3D printing system, designed in collaboration with the US Marine Corps, Craitor can manufacture military-grade parts from advanced high-temperature plastics, composites, and flexibles, anywhere they're needed. Eric founded Craitor while studying mechanical engineering at the University of California at San Diego. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Visit the Think Like A Founder website to learn more about the podcast and curriculum or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On Season 5 Episode 7 of Think Like A Founder, SNP Communication's Co-Founder and CEO, Maureen Taylor, interviews Will Landry. They talk about burnout,  investing in your fire, and being self-critical.Will Landry is the Founder and CEO of The Lichen Lab. The Lichen Lab, an incubator for laboratory sustainability technologies. Their flagship product, the Shut the Sash Alarm, reminds scientists to keep laboratory fume hoods closed, which helps labs conserve energy, save money, and keep people safe from hazardous chemicals. Will founded The Lichen Lab while at UC San Diego and graduated with a B.S. in Biology.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Visit the Think Like A Founder website to learn more about the podcast and curriculum or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On Season 5 Episode 6 of Think Like A Founder, SNP Communication's Co-Founder and CEO, Maureen Taylor, interviews Myesha Luster and Oladosu Teyibo. Myesha Luster and Oladosu Teyibo are Co-Founders of Analog Teams. With a team of PMs, developers, and designers from the U.S., Europe, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, and Nigeria, Analog Teams works with digital businesses to build transformative software products. Prior to founding Analog Teams in 2016, Oladosu worked at the Cyber Innovation Center where he oversaw mergers and acquisitions. He studied information technology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Myesha Luster joined the founding team at Analog in 2018 after a long career in auto finance, collections, and information technology. She's also an author, having written Dear Ghetto Mind: This Is Your Red Pill.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Visit the Think Like A Founder website to learn more about the podcast and curriculum or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On Season 5 Episode 5 of Think Like A Founder, SNP Communication's Co-Founder and CEO, Maureen Taylor, interviews Maddy Pryor, Founder and CEO of Rogue Agency. They talk about protecting your team, interacting with a global audience, and finding the place in the world where you feel the most free.Rogue is a creative agency focused on building unique, narrative-driven campaigns that highlight what makes your brand extraordinary with content creation, events, and community building. Rogue pushes the limits of what marketing can do. Prior to founding Rogue, Maddy was an Account Director at Syndctd.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Visit the Think Like A Founder website to learn more about the podcast and curriculum or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there.Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with John McElhone,  Co-Founder and CEO of CropSafe. They talk about growing up with your co-founder, being scared of a traditional path, and the right balance of ignorance. CropSafe helps farmers gain insight into their crops, using satellite imagery and machine learning to accurately detect and predict diseases and contamination. John was named in the Transferwise 20 under 20 list for the year 2020.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Charlotte Melkert, Co-Founder and CEO of Equalture. They talk about Gen Z's proclivity for social impact, being motivated by naysayers, and how failure can bring your company to the next level. Equalture helps companies remove their bias and hire the right people by using a neuroscience-backed, gamified assessment to measure skills and behaviors. Since founding Equalture, Charlotte has gained several awards and nominations, including being part of Sifted's top 14 European Gen Z Founders and Forbes 30 Under 30 - Europe - Technology (2022).Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Andrew Zhou, Co-Founder of Kona. They talk about the distinction between remote work and working from home, the importance of giving candid feedback, and how failure, actually, is a gift.Kona helps remote teams, fight burnout, build connections, and promote psychological safety with daily mental health checks. Andrew got a degree in Computer Science from UCLA, interned at Apple, and participated in the Techstars LA ‘20 cohort. Andrew and his co-founders recently raised $4 million in funding for Kona. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

Season 5 of Think Like A Founder features Gen Zers and young founders disrupting the norm, creating new paths, and figuring out how they can make a positive impact on the planet. To kick off the season, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Daliana Morassuti, Thomas Dahlke (TK), and Sydney Thomas, her Gen Z Advisory Board, about what has shaped Gen Z, where they're coming from, and what their philosophy is. Presently, TK and Sydney are project managers at SNP. Daliana is the director of solution architecture. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Catherine Hardy and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with the Chief Scientific Officer, Jesse Cotari, and CEO, Peretz Partensky, of ImmuneBridge. They talk about taking ownership, being an outsider, and how life is practice for life. ImmuneBridge is an early-stage biotech company developing allogeneic immunotherapies for cancer. Before founding ImmuneBridge, Jesse was the Director of Analytics at Transfusion Health. He holds a Ph.D. in Immunology and Computational Biology from Cornell University. Also prior to ImmuneBridge, Peretz co-founded Cheetah Technologies, connecting restaurants and suppliers through an app with next-day delivery, and Sourcery, a smarter AP and AR automation solution built specifically for restaurants and the accounting firms that support them. He has a Ph.D. in Biophysics from UC San Francisco.Learn more about ImmuneBridge by reaching out to info@immunebridge.com Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Ilia Papas, Founder and Former CTO of Blue Apron. They talk about being in position when opportunity strikes, how people are the most powerful tool out there, and what it's like for a founder to leave their company. Blue Apron is a meal delivery service. Ilia left Blue Apron in 2019 and has since been on a journey to start something new, this time as a CEO. Prior to founding Blue Apron, Ilia was a director and technical architect at Optaros. He also helped architect, build, and launch RueLaLa.com, a private-event retail site.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, John Hughes, Róisín Hunt, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Elizabeth Brunner, Founder of StereoType. They talk about being introverted as a founder, embracing chaos, and trying everything.StereoType is a clothing brand for kids envisioning a new world free from limits on expression and joy. They created the concept of blended fashion which breaks down gender boundaries to create fun and functional clothing that support a child's unique style. Before founding StereoType, Elizabeth Brunner founded Piece x Piece, a clothing collection devoted to reducing waste. Each piece is made from luxury fabric discards.Learn more about StereoType on their website: stereotypekids.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Brad Wiatr, Co-Founder of IncentivePilot. They talk about experimenting with multiple startups at once, how business problems are just personal problems in disguise, and shiny object syndrome.IncentivePilot allows sales enablement teams to focus on innovation by saving them time on logistics and replacing entire workloads. They use scientifically proven gamification mechanics to engage remote teams at scale and generate up to 300 times more ROI. Before co-founding IncentivePilot, Brad was a Partner and Director of Business Development at User10, a UX design studio creating apps and websites.Learn more about incentive pilot on their website: https://incentivepilot.com/Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Jon Dahl, Co-Founder and CEO of Mux. They talk about democratizing videos, balancing confidence with a growth mindset, and having a purpose beyond your company.Mux's API makes it easier for developers to build their dream video experience. They offer a number of essential streaming services, as well as high-quality data to power video streaming around the world. Before Mux, Jon co-founded Zencoder and was the VP of Technology at Brightcove. Both are companies in the world of online video. Jon also has a graduate degree in philosophy and theology.Learn more about Mux on their website https://mux.com.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Noor Siddiqui, Founder and CEO of Orchid. They talk about parental autonomy, radical candor paired with radical kindness, and getting people to talk off-script.Orchid helps couples have healthy babies through genetic testing. Their goal is to take away some of the scary unknowns of having a child. Before founding Orchid, Noor founded Remedy, a digital health company that helped doctors get instant answers from specialists. She received an M.S/B.S in Computer Science from Stanford, taught a class there on Reproductive Technology, and did AI and genomics research with Anshul Kundaje and Sebastian Thrun. Learn more about Noor on her website: https://noorsiddiqui.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with James Connolly, Co-Founder and CEO of Villa. They talk about taking the path of minimal regret, knowing your first idea won't be your best, and building a team to lean into your strengths.Villa builds high-quality, prefab accessory dwelling units efficiently and for a low cost. Their mission is to help solve the housing crisis through a visionary plan and hard work. Before co-founding Villa, James co-founded Olive, a company that attempted to create a network of sleeping pods across underutilized parking lots to solve the housing crisis among the “commuting workforce.” James attended UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business.Learn more about Villa on their website: https://villahomes.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Amy Yin, Founder and CEO of OfficeTogether. They talk about being raised to start a business, using failure as a starting point, and making your career just one aspect of your life.OfficeTogether helps businesses realize the full potential of a flexible workplace by using software to bring employees together safely and effectively. Amy Yin has been a software engineer for ten years working at companies like Coinbase, Hired, Inc., and Facebook. She received her B.S. in Computer Science from Harvard where she also co-founded the Harvard Women in Computer Science community. Learn more about Office Together on their website. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Lyndsay Rush and Allie LeFevere, Co-Founders of Obedient Agency. They talk about integrity, asking “why not?” instead of “why?” and not playing a coward's game.Obedient is a humor branding and marketing agency that uses strategic fun to turn businesses into unforgettable brands. They seek to bring more levity, positivity, and personality into both marketing and the world. Prior to founding Obedient, Allie and Lyndsay both ran their own businesses. Allie founded Shameless.ly, a strategy-packed hub to help businesses build compelling, risk-taking brands, and Lynsday ran a copywriting business, working for brands like Chick-fil-A, The Dallas Cowboys, and Argent. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Mike SullivanSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Róisín Hunt, Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Jaz Banga, Co-Founder and CEO of Airspace Systems. They talk about taking apart toys as a kid, being the kind of person who runs towards an explosion, and the importance of giving yourself time to reflect. Airspace is an industry leader in airspace security - leveraging drones, AI, and machine learning to secure our skies. They believe drones will improve our ability to respond to emergencies, do business, and deliver essential services. Prior to founding Airspace in 2015, Jaz was involved in the founding of four companies: Connected Patents, ProximityWare, Feeva Technology, and UnwireNow. In addition to building several companies, Jaz holds 55 patents on subjects like internet connectivity and drone guidance systems.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Nancy Connery, Founder of Connery Consulting and Co-Founder of OpenComp. They talk about the Tahoe test for building the right team, the importance of personal connection, and the human side of business.Connery Consulting works with rapidly growing tech companies to help scale their people and their culture. OpenComp creates pay strategies, grounded in market accuracy, consistency, fairness, and trust. Nancy has worked in the Human Resources field for 25 years and she’s passionate about people. Before founding Connery Consulting and OpenComp, she partnered with Marc Benioff to build two key divisions at Oracle Corporation and she was the fifth employee at Salesforce, becoming their founding VP of Human Resources. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Steven Chen, Co-Founder and CEO of Treeswift. They talk about the sandbox mentality, carrying your ideas over the valley of death, and never wanting to be the best person in the room.Treeswift builds robots to sense the world's most complex environments. Today, their robots operate in forests, monitoring forest health, predicting carbon capture, and improving overall forest management. In addition to founding Treeswift, Steven is pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer and Information Science (CIS) at the University of Pennsylvania. He focuses on how robotics can be used in agriculture and forestry. He previously worked as a derivatives trader - trading agriculture options, municipal bond ETFs, and equity options.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Nora Herting, Founding CEO of ImageThink. They talk about cave paintings, looking while leaping, and the art of problem-solving. ImageThink is a visual strategy firm helping companies innovate through graphics and the principles of design thinking. They use a unique method based on visual theory that stimulates creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving to drive organizational transformations. Before founding ImageThink, Nora worked on a collection of 281 portraits titled Face of Brooklyn and an exhibition called Spirit, featuring photographs of cheerleaders. Since then she’s co-authored the best-selling book, Draw Your Big Idea, and created several more photographic bodies of work.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Tugce Bulut, Founder and CEO of Streetbees. They talk about wanting to be President of the United States, reinventing your role as a founder, and setting your own milestones.Streetbees is a global intelligence platform that pays users to share snapshots of their daily lives, giving insight into consumer behavior. Based in the UK, Streetbees’ mission is to make data analytics more human and capture opinions from across the world. Before founding Streetbees, Tugce helped technology and consumer companies grow internationally as a strategy consultant. She specialized in poverty alleviation and global living standards at Cambridge and, “is passionate about the power of data and the positive change it can bring to the world.”Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Robert Brunner, Founder of Ammunition Group. They talk about the impact design has on our everyday experiences, creating a team-focused culture, and how starting a business is a process, not an event.Ammunition Group is a design studio dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with expert designers and transforming ideas into successful products. They’ve worked with companies like Polaroid, Beats by Dre, and Square. Prior to founding Ammunition Group in 2007, Robert was a partner at Pentagram, a Director of Industrial Design for Apple, and Co-Founder of Lunar, a design consultancy firm. Robert’s work is featured in the permanent designs collections at the San Francisco and New York MoMA. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like A Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://snpnet.com/tlaf/ or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Ryan Pawell, Founder and CEO of Indee Labs. They talk about meaningful work, the value of relationships, and testing the waters.Indee Labs gives companies a simple and efficient way to accelerate the discovery, development, and manufacturing of gene-modified cell therapies. Their trademarked delivery system reduces development costs and long lead times making more affordable T cell immunotherapies possible. Ryan is an expert in fluid dynamics, advanced manufacturing, and biomicrofluidics. He’s also a Y Combinator alumnus with seven peer-reviewed publications and various patents. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like a Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO, Maureen Taylor, speaks with Hiroki Takeuchi, Co-Founder and CEO of GoCardless. They talk about catching the startup bug, not outsourcing your core value, and the excitement of the unknown. From small businesses to enterprises, GoCardless makes it easy to collect payments from customers worldwide. By simplifying the transaction process, they help reduce operational costs and improve cash flow to help businesses grow. Before founding GoCardless in 2011 with Matt Robinson and Tom Blomfield, Hiroki worked as a business analyst at McKinsey & Company. GoCardless is now valued at nearly one billion dollars. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like a Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Dr. Sara Spangelo, Co-Founder and CEO of Swarm Technologies. They talk about training to be an astronaut, keeping calm when things get tough, and making satellites the size of a grilled cheese sandwich.Swarm makes low-cost satellites. With only 10% of the Earth having access to cell and WiFi service, they’re dedicated to reducing barriers for connectivity in remote areas across the entire planet. Prior to founding Swarm Technologies, Sara was a lead systems engineer at Google X and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab. She also worked on small satellites and autonomous aircrafts at the University of Michigan.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like a Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Gary Stewart, Founder and CEO of FounderTribes. They talk about connecting the dots others can't see, your internal moral compass, and how the immigrant experience lends itself to a founder mentality.FounderTribes' digital community provides founders with access to other founders and early stage investors. Their mission is to make it possible for anyone with an idea to succeed. Before founding FounderTribes, Gary was the CEO of Wayra UK. As CEO, he built a portfolio of 185 start-ups worth $1.1bn and scaled the company to seven cities. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more about the Think Like a Founder podcast and curriculum by visiting us at https://now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Jordan Bailey, Matt Johnson, Eli Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Dan Saks, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of AppDirect. They talk about the importance of values, having conviction in your vision, and staying up all night to build a mini-city as a kid. Dan and his Co-Founder, Nicolas Desmarais, founded AppDirect in 2009. AppDirect is a subscription commerce platform that powers millions of subscriptions worldwide. They make it easier for customers to find, buy, and use recurring digital services, creating opportunities for businesses to innovate and grow. An expert in cloud technologies, Dan was named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Enterprise Technology list in 2015. Learn more about AppDirect here: www.appdirect.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more by visiting us at https://now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Eli Shell, Matt Johnson, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP Co-Founder & CEO Maureen Taylor speaks with Husayn Kassai, Co-Founder of Onfido. They talk about humility, adaptability, and the importance of building the right team. Onfido is a tech company that helps people verify their identity in a matter of minutes using world-leading AI and identity experts. In 2016, Forbes named Husayn and his Onfido co-founders as part of their “30 Under 30” in European technology. Learn more about Onfido at https://onfido.com . Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more by visiting us at www.now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound Design: Marc Ream Content and Scripting: Mike Sullivan and Jaselin DrownProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, Eli Shell, Matt Johnson, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

SNP co-founder, Maureen Taylor talks to Serena Keith, co-founder and CEO of Me30. Me360 is an online platform that uses live personalized training to help leaders build the essential skills that will have a positive impact on their teams and their business. On this episode of Think Like A Founder, they talk about finding the motor for your motivation, joining the Model UN, and having a filter for bad advice. https://tryme360.com/http://www.now.snpnet.com/tlafThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at http://www.now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound design: Marc ReamCreative Producer: Eli ShellContent and scripting: Mike SullivanProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

SNP co-founder, Maureen Taylor talks to Ashley Zehnder, Linda Goodman, and Katie Grabek, co-founders of Fauna Bio. Fauna Bio studies genes in hibernating animals to find cures for human diseases. On this episode of Think Like A Founder, they talk about their deep curiosity for space and science as kids, going from academia to building a start-up, and being okay hearing the word no.www.faunabio.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.now.snpnet.com/tlaf or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin HuntSound design: Marc ReamCreative Producer: Eli ShellContent and scripting: Mike SullivanProduction Coordinator: Natasha ThomasThanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

SNP co-founder, Maureen Taylor talks to Ann Miura-Ko, Co-Founding Partner of Floodgate, a seed-stage VC firm. They support founders who defy conventional wisdom, often before others believe in their idea. They talk about going with your gut, how you can’t test for human potential, and how the journey is more valuable than the plan.www.floodgate.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

SNP co-founder, Maureen Taylor talks to Mainul Mondal, co-founder and CEO of Ellipsis Health. Ellipsis Health uses artificial intelligence to identify depression and anxiety through natural speech patterns. They are committed to solving the unmet needs of mental health for everyone. In this episode, Mainul and Mo talk about how creative outlets developed his curiosity as a child, democratizing mental health care, and how empathetic listening is fundamental to his mission. www.ellipsishealth.comhttp://bit.ly/Ellipsis_Health_Authority_Mag_ArticleThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

SNP co-founder Maureen Taylor talks to Stefan Richter and Claudia Dietze, co-founders of freiheit.com technologies, a software company based in Germany. They believe in creating digital platforms to enable a better future for everyone. On this episode of Think Like a Founder, they talk about curiosity, grit, and how honesty is key to their co-founder relationship.www.freiheit.com/en/Product Management Leadership Program with SNP and freiheit.com technologies: www.now.snpnet.com/pmThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes, and Renn Vara.

"Anj:I saw a little spark in Brit. And I actually remember saying to Dave, like, I want to hang out with that girl that we met, I wished all the dudes would talk a little bit less at this dinner so that I could get to know her a little better.Brit:There was the love at first sight thing that we saw in each other. But I loved that she also seemed like a curious person who was scrappy learning how to do things. And so that was the start of our beautiful friendship and professional relationship."SNP Co-founder Maureen Taylor talks to Brit Morin and Anj Temple, co-founders of Brit and Co, a digital media company with online classes and products that seek to inspire and educate women. They talk about how they met on a couples' blind date, the yin and the yang of their co-founder relationship, and how creativity is an instinct we all have.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"I finished college and actually got an internship, not a full time job, cause I wanted to travel for a year and I had this specific, crazy idea of wanting to go to the South pole and the way to get there. I got hired as a dishwasher to wash dishes at the research station there."SNP’s co-founder Maureen Taylor sits down with Chris Hulls, co-founder and CEO of Life360. Life360 is a family safety app with over 25 million users that offers you peace of mind, with location sharing, support from live agents, and immediate access to 24/7 emergency dispatchers. Chris joins Mo from his home in a small town called Point Reyes, California, where his office is under a large tree alongside his chicken coop. They talk about going to the South Pole, driving a tractor on his lunch break, and how he didn’t actually want to be a founder. www.life360.com Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"I'm bored if there's not a problem, which is why running a company is, you know, amazing slash heart wrenching. And it's why I say to the team all the time, it's, you know, don't expect there not to be a problem on the other side of this one. Cause there will be, it's just a different one. Um, and the fun is how are we going to solve it?"SNP Communications co-founder, Maureen Taylor sits down with Aneeqa Kahn, founder and CEO of Eporta. Eporta helps designers manage their interior design projects in one place and source high-quality products from small businesses.On this episode of Think Like A Founder, I talk to Aneeqa Kahn about helping her Dad with his small business as a kid, her love of problem-solving, and how good design makes people happy - even if they don’t know it. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

On this episode of Think Like A Founder, Maureen talks to Ann O’Dea––Co-Founder and CEO of Silicon Republic, an award-winning online publication for science and technology news. Silicon Republic also runs an annual event called "Future Human," formerly "InspireFest," bringing the top minds from technology, science, and the arts together. Hear Ann talk about her chronic shyness as a child, how the only way to do business is with integrity, and her love of birdwatching.www.siliconrepublic.comwww.futurehuman.xyzThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"I was everybody's emergency contact in college. I had friends who I was the easiest person to put down as their emergency contact because their parents were in other States or didn't speak English that well. And so I would usually find out after the fact, they're like, "Oh, I went skydiving and I put you down as the emergency contact." I was like, thanks?!" On this episode of Think Like A Founder, Maureen talks to Justin Fishner-Wolfson, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of 137 Ventures. 137 Ventures is a VC firm that invests in growth-stage companies, like SpaceX, Airbnb, Uber, and many more. They talk about his grandfather's work at the New York stock exchange, building a team with the right people, and how he got his first taste for venture capital while working at Founders Fund, with friends from Stanford. www.137ventures.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco, California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"For the first time I felt I couldn't come even close to being perfect. I just decided to let go and not try to be the best student in the class, but rather just listen and learn and understand, and also in a way, enjoy myself without that pressure."On this episode of Think Like a Founder, SNP’s founder Maureen Taylor talks to Karla Gallardo, co-founder and CEO of Cuyana, a sustainable women's fashion brand based on the mantra, fewer better. They talk about about her childhood in Ecuador and making her own clothes as a girl, her first job on wall street and how she feels a responsibility to do good in the world.www.cuyana.comThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"As I was approaching the end of my twenties, there was more of this idea that I could keep moving and I could keep looking at the world as if the grass was green or somewhere else."SNP’s founder Maureen Taylor talks to Taj Campbell, co-founder of Tonari, a technology company creating high quality life-sized video and audio options for remote working. They talk about his almost getting fired from Google, how Japan’s bullet trains inspired how he built his company, and the importance of family.www.tonari.no/en/www.medium.com/straylightThink Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"Does virtual connection actually make us crave physical connection more? Yes, without a doubt. I, for one, am very much looking forward to being able to hug people and kiss people again when the future, you know, when, when that's safe to do. So there's something about physical presence, whether it's in a place or with people that you just cannot replicate it with the very best of technology."SNP co-founder, Maureen Taylor talks to Hicham Alaoui, co-founder of Experience Morocco about the importance of co-founder relationships, wanting to be the Morococan Ambassador to the US as a kid, and growing up with Clifford the Big Red Dog. Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.

"I grew up on a farm. It was more of a ranch than a farm, with a bunch of apple trees and every morning I'd wake up and there was this little white pad of paper with scribbled chores that we could barely read. We were never bored. Bored is lack of imagination and especially growing up on this ranch, we had no connectivity. We had no internet. It was just us in our imagination and dirt and rocks and seedlings."SNP co-founder Maureen Taylor talks to Celestine Schnugg, founder of Boom Capital about breaking rules, growing up on a farm and writing your own obituary.Think Like A Founder is produced by SNP Communications in San Francisco California. Learn more by visiting us at www.snpnet.com or connect with Maureen Taylor on LinkedIn to continue the conversation there. Series Producer: Roisin Hunt. Sound design: Marc Ream. Creative Producer: Eli Shell. Content and scripting: Mike Sullivan. Production Coordinator: Natasha Thomas. Thanks also to Selena Persiani-Shell, John Hughes and Renn Vara.