Podcasts about sprout fund

THG speaks with Monique Luck, an international award-winning artist and muralist. Monique's artwork is a beautiful blend of soulful, textured, and emotional figures that tell lyrical stories across the canvas. Her unique technique involves modeling features of figures and natural forms using fragments of found paper in a collage style with many layers. Monique has exhibited her work at several prestigious galleries and museums across the US, including The African American Museum of Dallas, The South Carolina State Museum, and the Heinz History Center Museum in Pittsburgh. Her work as a public muralist with the Sprout Fund is featured in the PBS Documentary, “It's the Neighborhoods.” Her most recent project, "Hope Springs Forth Brightly", is a large public art installation for the city of Asheville, NC, in collaboration with local artists and community members for the Celebrating African Americans Through Public Art Project. Monique's public art installation, "Welcoming Dreams," in Charlotte can be viewed at the Renaissance West Community Initiative. Her artwork can also be found at the Harvey B. Gantt Center Museum in Charlotte. She is truly an exceptional artist whose work is both inspiring and thought-provoking. We are honored to have her on the podcast today to share her journey and insights with our listeners. Support the Show.Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @hilltopglove. Sponsored by: BOPs, Lynx Recording Studios, Mid Carolina Service Co., Asylum Digital Recording & Mixing, Celeb Studio Cafe, the Simon Marketing Agency, and TruBrilliance Ent. Become a member of our Patreon channel to get access to full video episodes, early premieres, and bonus content!

Adam & Kristina discuss tech investment in Alberta, being a smaller investor or angel investor, Sprout Fund, GrowthX, and the general landscape of tech in Alberta/Canada. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Adam Ludgate is a technical leader who is involved in the startup/tech community and is enticed by new and innovative ways of solving problems with technology. He has worked previously with the likes of IBM Canada, AOL UK, tech startups in London's 'Silicon Roundabout' as well as with a variety of oil & gas software firms in various software development and leadership capacities. Guest: Kristina Milke is a General Partner at Sprout Fund that invests in early stage B2B SaaS companies in Western Canada. Beyond that she is a Go-To-Market Consultant with the GrowthX revenue accelerator, an A100 member and sits on a variety of Boards. You can typically find Kristina chatting with founders about the importance of financial literacy and raising capital.   Show Links: Sprout Fund  GrowthX  A100  Alberta Innovates  Plug & Play  500 Global  Show Quotes: "Raising and managing a fund is equally as challenging as being a startup founder and having to raise funds and manage investors." Credits... This Episode Sponsored By: New Idea Machine Episode Music: Tony Del Degan Creator & Producer: Al Del Degan  

Uniting the Prairies, or UP Conference, is a virtual conference on June 23rd and 24th that brings together the top startups from across the Canadian prairies to connect with global investors and tech leaders, and collectively elevate the prairie community. Leading up to the conference, we are hosting a five episode mini-series to highlight the five major prairie tech cities in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Last week our home city of Saskatoon, and today we’re traveling northwest to Edmonton Alberta, home to an amazing startup ecosystem and our three guests today. First, we talked with Zack Storms, founder of Startup TNT, and Kristina Milke, Managing Partner of Sprout Fund. Thanks to a few quick messages and the well-connected ecosystem that is the Edmonton startup scene, we also had an impromptu visit for the second half of the interview from Edmonton founder Sophie Gray of DiveThru. A true testament to how fast you can network in the Canadian prairies. Subscribe and don’t miss upcoming episodes highlighting Winnipeg, Regina, and Calgary! This podcast is brought to you by Innovation Place & Martin Charlton Communications Special thanks to Uniting the Prairies and Co.Labs

Epidemiologist Dr. Raywat Deonandan talks vaccines and kids as Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is approved for Canadians 12 years of age and older.  Innovation roundtable with Innovate Edmonton's CEO, Catherine Warren, emergency room physician and co-founder of MACH32,  Dr. Marc Curial plus the head of the Sprout Fund and chair of the Threshold Impact Venture Mentoring Service at the U of A, Kristina Milke. Mount Royal University Professor Mark Ayyash and Canada Palestine Cultural Association's Mousa Qasqas share a glimpse of the Palestinian experience during the rising violence in Gaza. Plus, it's Friday, so buckle up for another ruckus edition of Trash Talk presented by Local Waste! 17:33 - Dr. Raywat Deonandan 36:48 - Innovation Real Talk Round Table 1:38:55 - Palestinian experience 2:21:43 - Trash Talk

The spark for serial entrepreneur, Shaheel Hooda, started young in the family business, leading him into businesses of his own, a Harvard MBA, driving two tech companies to success and finally, a role as a venture capitalist. Hear about his successes, failures and learnings along the way.Shaheel Hooda was responsible for the books for four of his father's companies at the ripe old age of nine. The early life experiences led him to a lifetime of entrepreneurial pursuits, often in completely different sectors where drawing on his experience tied with a drive to learn and take on new challenges led to numerous wins and a few defeats. As experiences compiled, Shaheel turned to advising entrepreneurs and taking a role as a managing partner for an early stage venture fund. 

The latest headlines & happenings in Edmonton's tech community. This week: The Edmonton Public Library revealed a new Makerspace and Gamerspace during a virtual open house for the revitalized Stanley A. Milner Library; Sprout Fund has invested in EZOps; the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute has launched a new website with a focus on applied AI; Visionstate has seen increased interest in its Wanda solution during COVID-19; Spontivly will participate in North Forge Founders Program.

The latest headlines & happenings in Edmonton's tech community. This week: City Council has endorsed Naseem Bashir as board chair candidate for the new innovation entity; the Great Alberta Pitch Marathon will feature 100 startups on July 30; Airport City Solar is a solar farm that will be developed at the Edmonton International Airport; AltaML has partnered with Spartan Controls; and Sprout Fund has invested in Vancouver-based Ideon Technologies Inc.

The latest headlines & happenings in Edmonton's tech community. This week: SmartAccess has received a seed investment from Sprout Fund; ten members of the University of Alberta community and three members of their families were among the 176 people killed when Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752 crashed last week; GreenSky Capital has led a $1.25 million seed financing round in Direct-C Ltd.; EACOS has announced its new members for 2020; the Edmonton Regional Innovation Network held its first meeting; and ThresholdImpact Venture Mentoring Service is looking for a Senior Lead.

Stunning vocalist Katie Simone joins Petticoat Rule to talk about her insane schedule as a full time working musician, splitting her time between original solo work, weekend cover gigs, weddings, coaching, and, of course, practicing... as well as a bit of fun thrown in at open stages and karaoke! She also wows us with her unbelievable 'siren' call, and explains her perspective on the differences in attitudes towards women between the original music and cover music scenes. SPOTIFY: The Katie Simone Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Katie, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Katie Simone.

Transcendent duo Donny Donovan and Carolyn Hilliard join Petticoat Rule to talk about their spiritual journey crafting the sound of their dark-wave indie band, Dinosoul. We also hear about developing a relationship with management, their interest in promoting sober spaces for their shows, and the power of setting intention. SPOTIFY: The Dinosoul Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Donny, Carolyn, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guests: Carolyn Hilliard and Donny Donovan.

Radio host Cindy Howes from 91.3 WYEP stops by Petticoat Rule to talk about how she became an influential woman in broadcasting, the effects of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, and about the art of interviewing. We also hear about her best celebrity encounters (and near-encounters!), as well as her early days as an award winning member of her school's Sheep Club! SPOTIFY: The Cindy Howes Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Cindy, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Cindy Howes.

Jazz singer-songwriter Chloe Wiecz joins Petticoat Rule to share a beautiful story about her emotional and spiritual journey through musicianship, and her extraordinary mentor experience with the late Geri Allen. She is also hilarious, as you will hear all about her hot dog sculptures, sick rhymes, and that one time she resourcefully used a stick in the mud for a pen. SPOTIFY: The Chloe Wiecz Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Chloe, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Chloe Wiecz.

Singer-songwriter Morgan Erina joins Petticoat Rule to talk about the ups and downs of mental health issues and musicianship; her muses Sinead O'Connor, Delores O'Riordan, and Chester Bennington; and how she's really an old-school romantic at heart. We also hear a brand new song, her first in a period of writer's block, and she invites the listeners to help her name it. SPOTIFY: The Morgan Erina Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Morgan, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Morgan Erina.

Pop songwriter Casey Hanner from the Pittsburgh-based band Donora joins Petticoat Rule to talk about the experience of being on the Rostrum Records label, hearing her tunes in movie and TV placements, and being a new mom and releasing a new album at the same time. We also chat about her techniques for teaching vocals, her super cool robotic music summer camp class, and her interest in crafting country music. SPOTIFY: The Casey Hanner Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Casey, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Casey Hanner.

Hip-hop artivist Blak Rapp MADUSA joins Petticoat Rule explaining her music's political themes against mass incarceration, white supremacy, and systemic racism, as well as giving insight into the challenges of life as a female hip-hop artist. She also shares her thought-provoking perspectives on spirituality, giving back, and unapologetic expression. :::CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO BLAK RAPP MADUSA'S MUSIC (https://soundcloud.com/blakrappmadusa)::: SPOTIFY: The Blak Rapp MADUSA Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Blak Rapp MADUSA, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Blak Rapp MADUSA.

Saxophonist extraordinaire Abby Gross joins Petticoat Rule to share with us the 'glamour' of road life with soul-rock band The Commonheart as well as her passion for music education, and gives insight into what its like to write a song about something meaningful without using any lyrics. We also touch on the challenges of work-life balance as a professional musician on tour, and her long-term origins as a jazz player, embedded all the way back in the influences of her great-grandmother. SPOTIFY: The Abby Gross Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Abby, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Abby Gross.

Jazz singer Avi Diamond joins Petticoat Rule to reveal how the experience of getting a degree in music therapy has shaped her songwriting and her life. Along the way, she gives us insight into the process of professionally training as a vocal performer while demystifying the domain of music therapy, its purpose, its procedures, and how it can form powerful connections even with non-verbal individuals. SPOTIFY: The Avi Diamond Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Avi, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Avi Diamond.

Classically trained dancer Anna Thompson of the unique dance-plus-electronica duo Slowdanger joins Petticoat Rule to share her journey of self-expression by developing musicianship to enhance her avant-garde dance movement. We also learn what the gender dynamics of the dance world are like, and about how she bucks the system while making body movement work accessible to everyone through her cross-platform performances as well as teaching. Don't miss out on her specially curated Spotify playlist! SPOTIFY: The Slowdanger Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Anna, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Anna Thompson.

Busy lead vocalist Jocelyn Rent joins Petticoat Rule to talk about balancing her creative roles in Pittsburgh-based bands Anjroy, The Rents and Bachelor Boys with her family life as a mother of two little ones. We also talk about techniques for handling 'mansplaining' and the complex relationship dynamics that arise amongst individuals working together in a band. Don't miss out on her specially curated Spotify playlist! SPOTIFY: The Jocelyn Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Jocelyn, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Jocelyn Rent.

Lady drummer Karen Dietrich of Pittsburgh-based indie rock band Essential Machine joins Petticoat Rule to discuss how she has uniquely integrated her passions for music, writing, and family into one full creative life. We also talk about the struggles, anxieties, and joys associated with maintaining a creative life throughout motherhood, as well as her journey to finding comfort in her own being through the pursuit of self-discovery. Don't miss out on her specially curated Spotify playlist! SPOTIFY: The Karen Dietrich Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Karen, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Karen Dietrich.

Cultural folk fusion artists Mimi Jong and Sue Powers from the spellbinding trio AppalAsia visit Petticoat Rule, inspiring us as two very different women finding inspiriting joy in their unique collaboration. We learn about their life's journeys through colorful stories of learning erhu in Indonesia, self-teaching guitar to play with the Girl Scouts, writing songs on a motorcycle in Turkey, and interactions of motherhood and music -- all the way down to conception! SPOTIFY: The AppalAsia Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Mimi, Sue, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guests: Mimi Jong and Sue Powers.

Belting songstress Addi Twigg from Pittsburgh-based pop-soul rock band The Telephone Line joins Petticoat Rule to discuss her need to let the songs out, her fervent feminism, and how she balances contentment with achievement. She also describes her comedienne roots, how she came to meet Seth Meyers, and the catharsis of writing her anti-harassment song, "Back Off". SPOTIFY: The Addi Twigg Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Addi, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Addi Twigg.

Authentic and compassionate, Maura Jacob of Pittsburgh's doom pop punk band Action Camp steps into the studio to chat about how she fights for the vulnerable through her music and her social work. Her enlightening conversation also touches on her fascination with examples of social activism through science fiction and pop culture,as well as introspective topics such as the discomforts and pleasures of transitioning through the many stages of life. SPOTIFY: The Maura Jacob Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Maura, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Maura Jacob.

Vocalist Valentina Raffaelli and bassist Molly Hebert-Wilson from the Philadelphia-based folk band Sparkle Pony stop by the Petticoat Rule studio to share their many motivating strategies for overcoming one's inner critic while inspiring us with their down-to-earth dedication to their craft. We also hear the rich stories behind the songs they share with us, about Valentina's experiences as a musician in her native country of Italy, and about Molly's beautiful musical relationship with her mother. SPOTIFY: The Sparkle Pony Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Valentina, Molly, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guests: Molly Hebert-Wilson and Valentina Raffaelli.

Music journalist Melanie Stangl joins Petticoat Rule, sharing many inspirational productivity and writing tips while discussing her journey to reporting for the entertainment industry. We hear her own music as well, and hear her speak on her priority of maintaining journalistic integrity in spite of societal expectations that women accommodatingly 'play nice'. Don't miss out on her specially curated Spotify playlist chock full of her favorite artists including many Pittsburgh musicians, and of course the awesome intro-outro songs we crafted together!! SPOTIFY: The Melanie Stangl Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Melanie, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Melanie Stangl.

Jazz chanteuse and cultural icon Phat Man Dee joins Petticoat Rule to talk about activism through music, respecting history through your creations, and learning to embrace your uniqueness. We hear all about her path to her weirdness, the many influences and teachers she's had along the way, and her goals to contribute positivity to society and foment advocacy for the downtrodden. Included in this episode is a song from her personal collection, Hey Phat Chick!, as well as one from her collaboration with Liz Berlin of Rusted Root, Social Justice Disco: Songs to Fight Fascists By. SPOTIFY: The Phat Man Dee Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Phat Man Dee, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Phat Man Dee.

Powerhouse vocalist Kiki Brown from The Buckle Downs joins Petticoat Rule to talk about how she balances her many roles including musician, mother, on-the-job problem-solver, vocal coach, soon-to-be wife, and black woman in the genre of rock and roll. Super engaging and inspiring, after listening to Kiki describe her life's path you'll leave the episode ready to push yourself to your own next level. Don't miss out on her Spotify playlist, and the awesome intro-outro songs we crafted together!! Find the episode at: https://petticoatrule.fireside.fm/the-kiki-from-the-buckle-downs-episode SPOTIFY: The Kiki from The Buckle Downs Episode CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Kiki, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guest: Kiki from The Buckle Downs.

Ladyfest Pittsburgh organizers Steph Flati and Jen Sabol stop by the Petticoat Rule studio to talk about their experiences putting together the weekend-long festival celebrating under-represented musicians. We also hear about their bands The Lopez and Brazilian Wax, overcoming vulnerability in performance, how to take it to the next level with a DIY attitude, and their plans to continue growth of the grassroots feminist and non-binary movement. CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Steph, Jen, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. Special Guests: Jen Sabol and Steph Flati.

Country singer-songwriter Molly Alphabet joins Petticoat Rule to talk about her experiences as a woman playing Western music in the North. We hear about Groundhog Day, writing for film, growing up in the Pittsburgh neighborhood of East Lawrenceville, collaboration with her musician husband Chet Vincent, her songwriting and musical development habits, and her amazing gig outfits. Don't miss out on her Spotify playlist, and the awesome intro-outro songs we crafted together!! SPOTIFY: The Molly Alphabet Playlist CREDITS: Intro/Outro Tunes created in collaborative segment with Molly, Erika, and Tara using a Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesizer. This project supported in part by a Seed Award from The Sprout Fund. The producers would like to thank The River's Edge for providing the use of their studio space and equipment in the making of this episode. ================================== !! SPECIAL THANKS FOR THIS EPISODE !! During the recording of this episode, a very large fire broke out from which we barely escaped! Therefore, the producers would also like to thank the firefighters, especially those from the Millvale Volunteer Fire Department (Station 191). They saved the building as best they could, as well as the equipment inside the studio. Without them, this episode would not exist! We also want to thank fellow musician and computer whiz Matt Siegler for salvaging our corrupted mp4 file, and Frederico Ponchio, author of the coding tool untrunc that Matt used for the salvaging. Without these people, this episode would be incomplete! Special Guest: Molly Alphabet.