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    Family Plot
    Episode 279 The Beer that Flooded London and the Scalding Whiskey that drowned Glasgow!

    Family Plot

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 68:46 Transcription Available


    We are joined this episode by Kansas City Comedian Dale Hilton to discuss the London Beer Flood of 1814 and the Gorbals Hot Whiskey Disaster of 1906.  We do cover these two strangely historical events and also discuss Beer and how it lead to both the formation of society as well as the invention of refrigeration because people wanted to keep their beer cold.  We also discuss 'Generic' Beer, trashcan punch parties, a store similar to Wal-mart and Target named Venture's , Purple Passion (available in cans and two liter-bottles) and so much more in this end of year but we're still learning in the festive episode filled with friendship and suspicious liquid cheer!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/family-plot--4670465/support.

    Mid-America Reformed Seminary's Round Table
    291. John Knox and the Scottish Reformation

    Mid-America Reformed Seminary's Round Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 16:02


    Venture north of England to the Reformation in Scotland, which created something truly distinctive—a Presbyterian church that would reshape the English-speaking world. Dr. Alan Strange guides us through the smuggling of Lutheran tracts in cargo shipments, the martyrdom of Patrick Hamilton, and the extraordinary life of John Knox, the fiery preacher who once dared to tell a French ambassador to call his king a murderer to his face. Learn how Knox's time as a galley slave, his years in Geneva with Calvin, and his commitment to justification by faith alone contributed to the formation of a movement that produced groundbreaking documents like the Scottish Confession and the Books of Discipline.

    A Seat at the Table
    Episode 39: Love Her Shop - From Side Hustle to Million Dollar Venture.

    A Seat at the Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 64:02 Transcription Available


    Let us know what you thought of this episode and any other comments you may have. In this episode, I sit down with Adreana Alvarez, founder of Love Her Shop, and her son Adrian, founder of Aero Shorts—their story is the kind that reminds you why family businesses really are unique.Adreana started with a problem every active mom recognizes: leggings that were overpriced, see-through, or constantly sliding down mid-workout. With encouragement (and engineering-minded problem-solving) from her husband, she built a better option—then built a movement around it. What began as pop-ups at gyms and farmers markets became an online explosion during COVID… and before she fully realized it, she'd sold over $1M out of her garage.But this isn't just a “quick growth” story. It's a community-first story—rooted in her dad's journey from a third-grade education to building restaurants that became gathering places, and carried forward through Adreana's decision to create a brand that is high quality, affordable, and purpose-driven. The name Love Her came from a moment outside an ER that reframed everything: this business wasn't just a brand—it was a mission to give back to women.Then there's Adrian—watching his mom print labels, pack orders, and make post office runs—and realizing, “If she can do it, I can learn it.” He takes what he learned in the warehouse and on sourcing trips and applies it to his own niche: affordable team shorts that help underfunded teams look and feel unified. And yes—he shares how Aero Shorts has been successful enough to help him pay for college while he still pursues broader business experience.We also get real about what it's like to work with family: the code-switching, the boundaries, the respect, the conflict, and the pride. Three generations deep, the common threads are clear: fearlessness, values, and the decision to put people at the center—without losing the business fundamentals.You can find Love Her Shop on line by visiting the website, www.lovehershop.com00:00 – The garage-to-growth moment Orders explode overnight, and Adriana realizes the side hustle is turning into something real.02:05 – Meet Adriana + Adrian: three generations of entrepreneurship Introductions, family-business roots, and how entrepreneurship was “normal” in their household.10:05 – The origin stories: restaurants → promo business → Coca-Cola lessons Adriana's dad builds community through restaurants, Adriana builds and sells her first business, then learns distribution and operations at Coca-Cola.28:25 – The COVID pivot: severance gamble → online launch → $1M wake-up call Bootstrapping the website, community activation, and the surprise discovery that sales crossed a million.40:20 – Purpose + product: engineered leggings, accessible pricing, giving back Stitching-as-contour, high-quality/low-price commitment, tariff transparency, and the “Love Her” mission moment.54:10 – Aero Shorts + working with family: building a brand, boundaries, values Adrian's team-short niche, funding and growth, paying for college, and how they code-switch between family and business.To learn more about the Capital Region Family Business Center visit our website HERE. To learn more about River City Bank and how they can benefit your family business, visit www.rivercitybank.com

    Mid-America Reformed Seminary
    291. John Knox and the Scottish Reformation

    Mid-America Reformed Seminary

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 16:02


    Venture north of England to the Reformation in Scotland, which created something truly distinctive—a Presbyterian church that would reshape the English-speaking world. Dr. Alan Strange guides us through the smuggling of Lutheran tracts in cargo shipments, the martyrdom of Patrick Hamilton, and the extraordinary life of John Knox, the fiery preacher who once dared to tell a French ambassador to call his king a murderer to his face. Learn how Knox's time as a galley slave, his years in Geneva with Calvin, and his commitment to justification by faith alone contributed to the formation of a movement that produced groundbreaking documents like the Scottish Confession and the Books of Discipline.

    Looking Outside.
    2025 recap: the most popular perspectives on business transformation

    Looking Outside.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 28:51


    What a year! It's time to wrap it up for 2025 and highlight the eclectic mix of diverse perspectives, divergent topics and expert thinking that appeared on the show this year. From the best performing episodes and most popular themes, to the most prominent guest go-to's for fresh perspectives, today we're going back to the episodes that resonated most. Top episodes of 2025:Venture capitalist and futurist Roger Spitz: new playbooks for volatile business environments Political demographer Jennifer Sciubba: the narrative around our population ‘crisis' Fashion designer Justine Leconte: the manipulative systems that fuel fast fashionForecaster Paul Saffo: pressure testing assumptions about what we know to ‘certain' in uncertain timesExperimental philosopher Jonathon Keats: asking better questions in existential timesHonorable mentions & favorites:CPG strategist Peter McDonald – the lost muscle of innovation in consumer marketsPolitical scientist Verlan Lewis: flawed political ideologies and the need for less divisive conversationsNeuroaesthetics expert Susan Magsamen: the psychology behind our physical senses----------More:Looking Outside podcast www.looking-outside.comConnect with host, Jo Lepore on LinkedIn & Substack & jolepore.com----------⭐ Follow & rate the show - it makes a difference!----------Looking Outside is a podcast exploring fresh perspectives of familiar topics. Hosted by its creator, futurist and strategist, Jo Lepore. New episodes every 2 weeks. Never the same topic.All views are that of the host and guests and don't necessarily reflect those of their employers. Copyright 2025. Theme songs by Azteca X.

    Fueling Deals
    Episode 382: Building Enterprise Value Through Fee-Based Transitions with David Lau

    Fueling Deals

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 41:59


    From chief marketing officer at the first internet bank to building the leading annuity platform for RIAs, David Lau shares proven strategies for raising capital, navigating public company challenges, and why converting commission-based revenue to fee-based can multiply your exit value by five times. In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer sits down with David Lau, founder and CEO of DPL Financial Partners, who has raised over $500 million across multiple ventures and built DPL into a platform serving more than 10,000 advisors at over 3,500 RIA firms. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover why organic growth matters far more than market growth when acquirers evaluate your business, how converting commission-based annuity business to fee-based can multiply both your revenue and your exit multiple, the real tradeoffs of taking institutional capital and signing up for aggressive growth, the critical difference between venture capitalist optimism and private equity scrutiny, and how recognizing when your business has "run its course" can open the door to building something bigger. DAVID'S JOURNEY: David's career began as chief marketing officer of Telebank, the first internet bank, where he helped raise over $500 million. When preparing to go public, the stock jumped from $17 to $150 in weeks before Goldman Sachs stabilized pricing at $105. He later built Jefferson National, an insurance carrier he sold to Nationwide. That experience taught him the valuable part was distribution, not the capital-intensive balance sheet, leading directly to founding DPL in 2018. KEY INSIGHTS: A billionaire David met admitted he "mistook a bull market for brilliance." Acquirers only pay premium multiples for organic growth. If you did nothing different over the last decade as an RIA, you're making twice as much just from market performance. Buyers know this. Converting from commission to fee-based transforms exit potential with three times the revenue and five times the multiple, while expanding your buyer pool. DPL's technology reviews 2,500 policies per hour, and a significant portion of DPL's $4 billion in annuity sales were M&A related. When launching DPL, David planned to bootstrap until meeting Todd Boehly. Taking institutional capital means signing up for aggressive growth where some team members won't make it to the next stage. Venture capitalists are optimists who see your vision. Private equity investors see everything that can go wrong. Perfect for RIA owners considering M&A, hybrid advisors evaluating fee-based transitions, and entrepreneurs weighing capital raising decisions. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/davidlau FOR MORE ON DAVID LAU: https://www.dplfp.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lau-b6449b7/ https://x.com/dpl_fp FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction: David Lau's journey to building DPL Financial Partners [04:00] - Capital raising at Telebank: $500 million raised, stock jumping from $17 to $150 [08:00] - The tradeoffs of taking institutional capital and signing up for aggressive growth [12:00] - Venture capitalists as optimists versus private equity investors who see downside [16:00] - Why choosing the right capital partners matters more than just getting funded [20:00] - How DPL solved the RIA insurance problem with commission-free products [24:00] - Converting to fee-based: Three times the revenue and five times the multiple [28:00] - Why organic growth matters more than market growth in valuations [33:00] - The future of RIA consolidation and when to sell a business [40:00] - Freedom: Working with Russian defectors and gaining perspective Guest Bio David Lau is founder and CEO of DPL Financial Partners, the leading annuity platform for RIAs. Since 2018, DPL has worked with 20 insurance carriers and built an advisor base of more than 10,000 advisors from over 3,500 RIA firms. Before founding DPL, David was COO of Jefferson National, which he helped build and sell to Nationwide. Earlier, he served as chief marketing officer at Telebank, the first internet bank, where he helped raise over $500 million. His work has been covered in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Barron's, and CNBC. DPL is backed by Todd Boehly's Eldridge and Bob Diamond's Atlas Merchant Capital. Host Bio Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes Episode 350 - When NOT to Take Venture Capital with Tom Dillon: Explore alternative funding sources when traditional VC doesn't fit your exit strategy. Episode 339 - Next-Gen Leadership and M&A: Why G2 Matters: Understand why developing Generation 2 leadership commands premium valuations. Episode 209 - M&A Talk with Leading RIA Aggregators and Integrators: Bob Oros of Hightower Advisors: Explore what aggregators look for in acquisition targets. Social Media Follow DealQuest Podcast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ Website: https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Follow David Lau: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-lau-b6449b7/ Company: https://www.dplfp.com Twitter/X: https://x.com/dpl_fp Keywords/Tags s RIA M&A, capital raising, fee-based revenue, commission-free annuities, DPL Financial Partners, organic growth, enterprise value, hybrid advisor transition, RIA consolidation, private equity, venture capital, going public, IPO, exit strategy, insurance for RIAs, annuity platform, wealth management M&A, financial services, startup funding, institutional capital, valuation multiples, deal structures, business growth strategies, dealmaking

    Nate's Daily Wager
    Nate's NCAA Men's College Football 68 Venture Bowl Wager

    Nate's Daily Wager

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 2:23


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    The Unexplored Places
    Venture, part 2

    The Unexplored Places

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 112:30


    Thrust back into the past by a mysterious gateway, Asius, Cal, and Tamina come across a mysterious stranger who knows more than he should. Tamina seeks guidance at a temple, Assius stumbles in over their head, and Cal lets someone else take the fall.   Buy Venture here: https://metagame.itch.io/vendun   Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/unexploredcast

    Origins - A podcast about Limited Partners, created by Notation Capital

    Origins host Beezer Clarkson,  LP at Sapphire Partners and co-founder of OpenLP, and Nick Chirls, GP at Asylum Ventures, dig into their recent conversation with Micah Rosenbloom, Managing Partner at Founder Collective. They discuss the EQ and self-awareness required to switch from operator to investor, how to separate signal from noise in venture cycles, and how the speed of iteration is now such that a window of one or two days can change the entire calculus of an investment.Learn more about Sapphire Partners: sapphireventures.com/sapphire-partnersLearn more about OpenLP: openlp.vcLearn more about Asylum Ventures: asylum.vcLearn more about Founder Collective: foundercollective.comFor a monthly roundup of the latest venture insights, including the newest Origins episodes, subscribe to the OpenLP newsletter – delivered straight to your inbox: subscribe.openlp.vcCHAPTERS:0:00 Welcome to Origins0:34 How Involved Should Operators Be With Their CEOs?2:16 VCs and Trends Are Seven Years Too Late3:19 Repeat Portfolio Companies: Courageous Or Insane?5:42 How Do VCs Handle the Speed of Iteration?

    Fluent Fiction - Italian
    Balancing Dreams: Riccardo's Venture to Success

    Fluent Fiction - Italian

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 17:07 Transcription Available


    Fluent Fiction - Italian: Balancing Dreams: Riccardo's Venture to Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-16-08-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: L'incubatore era un luogo speciale.En: The incubator was a special place.It: Era pieno di energia, con mobili moderni e sale riunioni con pareti di vetro.En: It was full of energy, with modern furniture and meeting rooms with glass walls.It: Squadre diverse lavoravano ai loro progetti, circondate dal suono dei tasti dei laptop.En: Different teams worked on their projects, surrounded by the sound of laptop keys.It: Era inverno e la neve copriva il paesaggio fuori, creando un contrasto con le decorazioni natalizie all'interno, che aggiungevano un tocco di calore e speranza.En: It was winter, and the snow covered the landscape outside, creating a contrast with the Christmas decorations inside, which added a touch of warmth and hope.It: Riccardo era lì, seduto in un angolo, concentrato sul suo laptop.En: Riccardo was there, sitting in a corner, focused on his laptop.It: Aveva lavorato senza sosta al suo nuovo progetto tecnologico.En: He had been working tirelessly on his new technology project.It: Credeva che potesse rivoluzionare l'industria.En: He believed it could revolutionize the industry.It: Ma ora aveva bisogno di qualcosa in più per realizzare il suo sogno: il finanziamento dai venture capitalist.En: But now he needed something more to achieve his dream: funding from the venture capitalists.It: Giulia e Marco, suoi amici e colleghi, erano lì per supportarlo.En: Giulia and Marco, his friends and colleagues, were there to support him.It: "Sei pronto, Riccardo?"En: "Are you ready, Riccardo?"It: chiese Giulia, notando l'ansia sul viso del suo amico.En: asked Giulia, noticing the anxiety on her friend's face.It: "Non lo so," rispose Riccardo.En: "I don't know," replied Riccardo.It: "I venture capitalist possono essere duri.En: "Venture capitalists can be tough.It: E poi c'è la festa di famiglia stasera.En: And then there's the family gathering tonight.It: Non vorrei deludere mia madre."En: I wouldn't want to disappoint my mother."It: Marco gli diede una pacca sulla spalla.En: Marco gave him a pat on the shoulder.It: "Fai quello che senti giusto.En: "Do what you feel is right.It: Ma ricorda, questa è la tua occasione."En: But remember, this is your chance."It: La decisione pesava su Riccardo.En: The decision weighed on Riccardo.It: Doveva scegliere: perfezionare la presentazione o mantenere la promessa alla famiglia.En: He had to choose: perfect the presentation or keep the promise to his family.It: Alla fine, decise di continuare a lavorare sulla sua presentazione.En: In the end, he decided to continue working on his presentation.It: Avrebbe raccontato una storia, la sua storia, per toccare il cuore degli investitori.En: He would tell a story, his story, to touch the investors' hearts.It: Il grande giorno arrivò.En: The big day arrived.It: Riccardo si trovava di fronte ai venture capitalist.En: Riccardo found himself in front of the venture capitalists.It: C'erano sguardi scettici nella stanza, pronti a mettere in discussione ogni dettaglio del suo progetto.En: There were skeptical looks in the room, ready to question every detail of his project.It: Riccardo prese un respiro profondo e iniziò.En: Riccardo took a deep breath and began.It: "Buongiorno, sono Riccardo.En: "Good morning, I'm Riccardo.It: Voglio raccontarvi di quando ero bambino.En: I want to tell you about when I was a child.It: Mio nonno, un ingegnere, mi parlava sempre di invenzioni straordinarie.En: My grandfather, an engineer, always talked to me about extraordinary inventions.It: Ogni Natale mi regalava un piccolo dispositivo che aveva creato.En: Every Christmas, he would give me a small device he had created.It: Lui è stato la mia ispirazione.En: He was my inspiration.It: Oggi sono qui grazie a lui."En: I am here today because of him."It: Raccontò poi del suo progetto, una tecnologia nuova che avrebbe potuto migliorare la vita delle persone.En: He then talked about his project, a new technology that could improve people's lives.It: Gli occhi dei capitalisti cominciarono a brillare di interesse mentre ascoltavano.En: The investors' eyes began to shine with interest as they listened.It: Alla fine della presentazione, ci fu un attimo di silenzio.En: At the end of the presentation, there was a moment of silence.It: Poi, uno degli investitori parlò: "Riccardo, ci hai convinti.En: Then, one of the investors spoke: "Riccardo, you have convinced us.It: Non solo la tua idea è valida, ma la tua passione è evidente.En: Not only is your idea valid, but your passion is evident.It: Siamo pronti a sostenerti."En: We are ready to support you."It: Il cuore di Riccardo si riempì di gioia.En: Riccardo's heart filled with joy.It: Aveva raggiunto il suo obiettivo.En: He had achieved his goal.It: Dopo aver firmato i documenti, corse verso casa.En: After signing the documents, he ran home.It: Era ancora in tempo per la festa.En: He was still in time for the party.It: Aprì la porta di casa e trovò la famiglia riunita attorno all'albero di Natale.En: He opened the door and found his family gathered around the Christmas tree.It: Aveva imparato una lezione importante quel giorno: la passione personale può essere una forza potente negli affari.En: He had learned an important lesson that day: personal passion can be a powerful force in business.It: E grazie a questo, aveva trovato equilibrio tra il suo sogno e le sue radici.En: And thanks to this, he had found a balance between his dream and his roots. Vocabulary Words:the incubator: l'incubatorethe furniture: i mobilithe landscape: il paesaggiothe decorations: le decorazionithe hope: la speranzathe corner: l'angolothe industry: l'industriathe funding: il finanziamentothe anxiety: l'ansiathe shoulder: la spallathe decision: la decisionethe promise: la promessathe heart: il cuorethe engineer: l'ingegnerethe invention: l'invenzionethe device: il dispositivothe inspiration: l'ispirazionethe detail: il dettagliothe silence: il silenziothe joy: la gioiathe party: la festathe balance: l'equilibriomodern: modernito achieve: realizzareto disappoint: deludereto question: mettere in discussioneready: prontoskeptical: scetticievident: evidenteto support: sostenere

    Go To Market Grit
    How Evan Spiegel Is Building the Future of Computing

    Go To Market Grit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 71:03


    Turning down a $3B offer from Facebook is a bold move for any young CEO.Evan Spiegel shares how Snap's early dream was to stay independent and give its community an authentic voice, a bet that proved right.He also explains why they are now doubling down on AR glasses and why the anxiety around AI deserves far more attention from tech leaders.Guest: Evan Spiegel, co-founder and CEO of Snap Inc. and Bing Gordon, Advisor at Kleiner Perkins​Connect with Evan SpiegelX:https://x.com/evanspiegel?lang=enLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-spiegel/​Connect with Bing GordonX: https://x.com/bingfish LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/binggordon/Connect with JoubinX: https://x.com/JoubinmirLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joubin-mirzadegan-66186854/Email: grit@kleinerperkins.com​Learn more about Kleiner Perkins:https://www.kleinerperkins.com/ 

    Canyon Creek Church
    Uncommon Christmas | Pastor Brandon Beals | Venture Church

    Canyon Creek Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 41:11 Transcription Available


    This week at Venture, Pastor Brandon kicks off the Christmas season with a powerful message from Luke chapter 1, reminding us that Christmas is a story of waiting, trusting, and believing God is still at work — even when He seems silent. Through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, Pastor Brandon walks us through what it looks like to remain faithful when prayers feel unanswered and promises feel delayed. For generations, God's people waited for the Messiah, and in the middle of silence, God was still moving toward an appointed time. This message is for anyone who has ever wondered:Does God hear me?Does He still see me?Is He still working? Christmas reminds us that God is never late, He is never absent, and He always keeps His promises. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Venture Church Online00:15 – Pastor Brandon welcomes guests and upcoming Christmas events01:23 – Prayer to begin the service01:48 – Introduction to Luke chapter 102:22 – Christmas traditions and the tension of waiting03:49 – The childhood experience of waiting for Christmas05:11 – Searching for hidden presents and impatience06:00 – The deeper meaning of waiting in the Christmas story06:54 – Israel's long wait for the Messiah08:13 – When faith feels unanswered and obedience feels hard08:58 – Introducing Zechariah and Elizabeth10:14 – Faithfulness in the middle of God's silence11:13 – Living obediently while waiting for God's promise11:39 – The pain and shame of unanswered prayers12:47 – God's promise to Abraham and Israel's hope14:10 – Israel's rise, fall, and loss of power16:04 – Jerusalem conquered and faith shaken18:24 – God's silence and the struggle to believe19:15 – Faithfulness despite disappointment20:18 – “Has God abandoned us?”21:03 – Why Luke begins the Christmas story here21:41 – God hears, sees, and is still active22:09 – Zechariah chosen to enter the temple23:11 – A once-in-a-lifetime moment23:56 – The angel appears to Zechariah25:10 – “Your prayer has been heard”25:50 – The promise of John the Baptist26:39 – Zechariah's doubt and response27:51 – Gabriel's correction and silence28:24 – God has an appointed time29:22 – Encouragement for those still waiting30:05 – The people realize Zechariah saw a vision31:26 – God's opening act before Christmas32:00 – Transition to Mary and the birth of Jesus33:19 – The dilemma of waiting or giving up33:57 – Faithfulness in the middle of uncertainty34:42 – Christmas as a reminder that God is active35:04 – Invitation to respond36:14 – Prayer for those who are waiting37:36 – Ministry time and prayer39:10 – Closing prayer40:40 – Service closing and Christmas reminders

    Breakfast Business
    A huge spike in venture capital funding for AI

    Breakfast Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 8:52


    Venture capital investment in generative AI jumped by 65% in the first 11 months of the year. That's according to new analysis from EY Ireland, whose Technology, Media and Entertainment and Telecommunications Industry Leader Grit Young.

    Finscale
    #320 - Nicolas Macquin (Archinvest) - Quand la diaspora française investit en Private Equity !

    Finscale

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2025 44:59


    Dans cet épisode, je reçois Nicolas Macquin, président et cofondateur d'Archinvest, pour une plongée passionnante dans l'envers du décor du private equity et de l'émergence d'un nouveau modèle d'accès aux marchés privés pour les investisseurs privés.Nous avons parlé :De son parcours de 25 ans, des débuts du private equity artisanal en Europe à la montée en puissance de stratégies plus sophistiquées.De l'évolution majeure du private equity en deux décennies: d'un métier d'artisans et de relations à une industrie mondialisée, professionnalisée et digitalisée. De la genèse d'Archinvest, société de gestion née du constat qu'il était essentiel de faciliter l'accès au private equity pour les investisseurs privés.De son expérience unique avec la diaspora française – un réseau mondial d'entrepreneurs expatriés extrêmement résilients et créatifs, souvent derrière des succès colossaux aux États-Unis ou en Asie.De la construction d'un portefeuille non coté : diversification, choix des stratégies, liquidité, risques, allocation long terme et arbitrages entre LBO, dette privée, secondaire et co-investissement.De l'importance de la confiance, de la pédagogie et de l'accompagnement pour les conseillers en gestion de patrimoine et family offices encore hésitants face à cette classe d'actifs.De la question de la liquidité : fonds fermés, évolution vers le semi-liquide, limites structurelles du modèle et état réel du marché secondaire.Un échange riche en retours d'expérience qui éclaire la transformation profonde du private equity, son ouverture au retail et la manière dont un nouvel acteur comme Archinvest cherche à démocratiser l'accès à des gérants d'excellence tout en restant fidèle à l'ADN d'investisseurs.En fin d'épisode, la recommandation de Nicolas :“Les Cavaliers” de Joseph KesselLiens utiles: Nicolas Macquin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-macquin/ Archinvest: https://www.archinvest.am/ ***************************AvertissementArchinvest est une société de gestion agréée par l'AMF sous le numéro GP-202221. L'investissement dans les fonds Archinvest est réservé exclusivement aux investisseurs avertis tels que définis dans la documentation juridique des fonds Archinvest.Un investissement dans un fonds peut comporter des risques significatifs, notamment de perte totale ou partielle de capital, du fait, entre autres, de la nature des investissements que le fonds envisage de réaliser. Il ne peut donc y avoir aucune assurance que le taux de rendement attendu du fonds puisse être atteint ou même que le fonds puisse, à son terme, restituer aux porteurs de parts le montant du capital qu'ils ont versé. Les performances passées ne sont notamment pas un indicateur fiable de performances futures. Les investisseurs doivent donc posséder les capacités et les moyens financiers d'accepter les risques et l'absence de liquidité qui sont les caractéristiques des investissements décrits dans cette présentation.Toutes les informations présentées sont des opinions et interprétations propres à Archinvest. Les critères d'investissement et les règles de fonctionnement des fonds présentés par Archinvest sont disponibles sur demande dans la documentation juridique qui prévaut sur les termes de la présente vidéo.Cette vidéo est un support commercial.***************************Finscale, c'est bien plus qu'un podcast. C'est un écosystème qui connecte les acteurs clés du secteur financier à travers du Networking, du coaching et des partenariats.

    Your Spectacular Life
    Andrew Ackerman, Seasoned Entrepreneur and Venture Strategist

    Your Spectacular Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 36:30


    Andrew Ackerman has launched 2 startups and invested in over 70 startups over the past 2 decades, first as an angel and then in an accelerator/VC context. He has created a number of unique investing and innovation platforms for funds like Dreamit Ventures and Second Century Ventures where he currently runs REACH Labs. He's literally written the book on what it takes to build a great startup. Published in May, "The Entrepreneur's Odyssey," has been described as Lean Startup meets The Alchemist. Andrew also consults on corporate innovation strategies such as CVC, accelerators, venture studios, etc. and is an adjunct professor of entrepreneurship. For more information, visit andrewbackerman.com. His book can be purchased on Amazon.com.

    DJ & PK
    Hour 1: Aaron Roderick & Jay Hill Talking BYU & Pop-Tarts Bowl | Berry Tramel Riffing on Notre Dame, BYU, Big 12 & CFP | Frank Dolce Examines Utah's Private Equity Venture

    DJ & PK

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 51:45


    Hour one of DJ & PK for Decmeber 12, 2025: Aaron Roderick and Jay Hill, BYU Football Berry Tramel, Tulsa World Frank Dolce, Former Utah Quarterback

    Swimming with Allocators
    From Consumer Insights to AI Upside: How LPs Win in the Next Decade

    Swimming with Allocators

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 44:57


    This week on Swimming with Allocators, Elizabeth Egan of TIFF Investment Management shares her journey through the investment industry, offering insights from her experiences as both an LP and GP, and highlighting the valuable lessons learned from her time in the consumer sector. The conversation also explores TIFF's focused approach to private markets, why brand and network effects matter in venture investing, and the necessity of diligence and unique perspectives to identify emerging managers in a competitive landscape. Key takeaways include the importance of building long-term relationships, the critical role of GP talent density, and how LPs can generate strong returns by backing early-stage, specialist managers. Also, don't miss our insider segment as Shane Goudey of Sidley discusses how fund managers are increasingly engaging with the secondary market and adopting creative structures like continuation funds and preferred equity to provide liquidity options and manage complex relationships with limited partners. Highlights from this week's conversation include: Welcome, Introductions, and Elizabeth's Career Journey (0:42) Benefits of Early LP Experience and Investment Perspective Shift (3:07) The Importance of Evaluating Deals with the "Sniff Test" (4:43) How Consumer Packaged Goods Experience Informs Investing (6:39) The Role of AI in Venture Capital and the Importance of Judgment (8:37) Human-Centric Strategies and Network Effects in Venture Capital (10:19) Defining Success at TIFF and Generating High Returns (14:07) Discussion of Venture and Private Equity Liquidity Strategies (18:12) The Negotiation Layers in SPV and Fund Structures (23:35) Rationale Behind TIFF's Focus on Specific Market Segments (26:19) How TIFF Selects and Builds Relationships With Early Managers (28:43) Communicating Early Investment Focus to Clients (31:10) Growing With Managers Through Direct and Fund Investments (32:55) Seeking Long-Term Vision in Fund Managers, Not Just Investors (35:09) The Future of Venture: GP Talent Density and Market Trends (37:59) The Importance of Finding Breakout GPs and Parting Thoughts (41:02) TIFF Investment Management TIFF is an OCIO (Outsourced Chief Investment Office) founded by the Rockefeller and MacArthur Foundations to serve the nonprofit community. TIFF manages approximately $10 billion in assets as of September 30, 2025, including roughly $3.0 billion overseen by the private markets team across venture capital, private equity, and direct equity strategies. Learn more at https://www.tiff.org. Sidley Austin LLP is a premier global law firm with a dedicated Venture Funds practice, advising top venture capital firms, institutional investors, and private equity sponsors on fund formation, investment structuring, and regulatory compliance. With deep expertise across private markets, Sidley provides strategic legal counsel to help funds scale effectively. Learn more at sidley.com. The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only. Elizabeth Egan is a Director at TIFF Investment Management. The views expressed on this podcast are her own and are for informational purposes only. They should not be construed as investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell any security, or an offer to provide investment advisory services. Any examples or discussions are intended for general educational purposes and should not be relied upon for making investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investments in private funds involve a high degree of risk, including the potential loss of principal. TIFF does not endorse, sponsor, or approve any advertisements that may appear during this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    DJ & PK
    Frank Dolce: Utah's private equity venture bears watching as the unknowns are numerous

    DJ & PK

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 20:13


    Frank Dolce joined DJ to talk about the private equity money infusion into University of Utah athletics and what he makes of the situation overall.

    Bio from the Bayou
    Episode 116: How Alumni-Powered Venture Funds Can Transform Regional Biotech Innovation

    Bio from the Bayou

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025


    What if your alumni network could help fuel the next generation of biotech startups? In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Evan Nicoll, MBA, and Patrick Hernandez of 1834 Ventures, a new investment fund created by Tulane alumni, for founders with Tulane DNA. They share how their alumni-powered model is helping to close regional funding gaps, strengthen emerging biotech ecosystems, and support founders through trust-driven, relationship-first investing. From navigating today's tough fundraising climate to understanding what really catches an investor's eye, this conversation offers practical lessons for founders, universities, and anyone building innovation communities. In this episode, you'll learn: How alumni networks can become powerful engines for venture funding, mentorship, and deal flow. What investors are really looking for in early biotech pitches, and why trust, clarity, and curiosity matter more than perfection. Why founders should embrace relationship-building over rapid-fire pitching, and how regional markets like Louisiana can attract coastal investors. Tune in to discover how connection-driven investing is helping shape the next chapter of biotech growth across the Gulf South — and how you can be part of it. Links: Connect with Evan Nicoll, MBA, and Patrick Hernandez, and check out 1834 Ventures. Connect with Elaine Hamm, PhD, and learn about Tulane Medicine Business Development and the School of Medicine. Check out Cadenza Bio and the book The Speed of Trust. Connect with Ian McLachlan, BIO from the BAYOU producer. Check out BIO on the BAYOU. Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU - the podcast. Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.

    Finscale
    [EXTRAIT] Nicolas Macquin (Archinvest) - Quand la diaspora française investit en Private Equity !

    Finscale

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 4:51


    Il s'agit de l'extrait de l'épisode diffusé ce dimanche où je m'entretiens avec Nicolas Macquin, Président & Co-fondateur d'Archinvest***************************Finscale, c'est bien plus qu'un podcast. C'est un écosystème qui connecte les acteurs clés du secteur financier à travers du Networking, du coaching et des partenariats.

    TechCrunch Startups – Spoken Edition
    Tiger Global plans cautious venture future with a new $2.2B fund; plus, SoftBank and Nvidia reportedly in talks to fund SkildAI at $14B, nearly tripling its value

    TechCrunch Startups – Spoken Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 6:05


    Tiger's last fund did well with investments in OpenAI, Waymo and Databricks. But it warns investors that AI valuations are already 'elevated.' Skild AI is developing a hardware-agnostic foundation model for robots that can be customized for various uses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Capital Allocators
    Josh Wolfe & Brett McGurk – Venture, Geopolitics, and the Next Frontier (EP.476)

    Capital Allocators

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 62:02


    Josh Wolfe and Brett McGurk are Partners at Lux Capital, a $5 billion venture capital firm that specializes in emerging science and technology companies that turn sci-fi into sci-fact. Josh co-founded Lux and is a repeat past guest on the show. His first appearance from 2018 discusses his story, including phrases: 'chips in shoulders put chips in pockets,' 'failure comes from a failure to imagine failure,' and 'directional arrows of progress.' Brett joined Lux last year, following a 20-year career in public service where he advised four U.S. presidents and helped shape national security strategy across the Middle East. Our conversation kicks off with Josh's state of the venture industry and Lux's positioning within it. Brett then describes his background, sovereign ambitions, and geopolitical risks. We discuss directional arrows of progress across AI, cap-ex maintenance, biology, defense systems, and space. Learn More Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access Transcript with Premium Membership   Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠)

    Go To Market Grit
    The Pull to Build: Joubin Mirzadegan on Grit and Starting Roadrunner

    Go To Market Grit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 74:05


    What does it take to go from advising founders to becoming one?On this week's special Reverse Grit episode, we flip the script and put our Grit podcast host Joubin Mirzadegan in the guest seat.Joubin recently founded Roadrunner, where he is now co-founder & CEO. Roadrunner is building an AI‑native CPQ to modernize the quote‑to‑cash stack, drawing on years of conversations he's had with enterprise revenue leaders.Stepping into the host role, Mamoon Hamid joins Joubin to talk about his transition from sales leader to founder, how Roadrunner came together, and why it became our first incubation since Glean.Roadrunner is hiring! Check them out: https://www.roadrunner.ai/Guest: Joubin Mirzadegan, Partner, Kleiner Perkins​Connect with MamoonXLinkedInConnect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com​Learn more about Kleiner Perkins

    Canyon Creek Church
    Spirit-Filled Home | Pastor Morgan Butcher | Venture Church

    Canyon Creek Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 38:45 Transcription Available


    This week at Venture, Pastor Morgan concluded our Journey Through Ephesians series with a powerful and deeply practical message from Ephesians 5–6 on what it means to build a Spirit-filled home. Paul teaches that the truest test of our spiritual maturity isn't found on Sundays, in small groups, or in public — it's found in our homes. Pastor Morgan unpacks how the Gospel should transform our marriages, our parenting, and even our work relationships. A Spirit-filled home is built on:• Mutual submission• Christlike love• Godly order• Every relationship submitted to Jesus From marriage roles to parenting with gentleness, to representing Christ in the workplace, this message challenges us to invite the Holy Spirit into the center of our homes and everyday relationships. If your home feels chaotic, heavy, or dry — there is hope. The same Spirit who fills us in worship can fill our homes with peace, unity, and transformation. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Venture Church Online00:06 – “Tell us where you're watching from!”00:14 – Christmas vibes + Yule log jokes00:34 – Pastor Morgan begins + series conclusion01:12 – Recap: Armor of God (previous series)01:35 – Christmas season officially begins01:54 – Thanksgiving leftovers mourning02:14 – Hosting 12 people + refreshing the home02:46 – What a “reset” does for a house03:06 – Physical home vs. spiritual home atmosphere03:54 – Losing your holiness at home04:12 – Making Jesus famous at work vs. at home04:39 – Chaos, Legos, Costco flannels & sanctification05:17 – The home as the true test of spiritual maturity06:12 – Review of Ephesians: spiritual blessings, identity07:05 – From mountaintop truths to family relationships07:24 – If the Gospel doesn't change your home…07:48 – Instructions for Spirit-filled households08:03 – Reading Ephesians 5:21–3309:25 – Main point: A Spirit-filled home is built on mutual submission10:08 – Context: Greco-Roman household codes11:08 – How Christianity revolutionized the home11:32 – Centering all relationships on Jesus11:56 – Giving dignity and value to every family member12:23 – Calling those with power to sacrifice the most12:48 – “Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ”13:03 – Definition: Voluntarily placing others above yourself13:32 – A Spirit-filled posture says: “Christ is Lord of this home”14:24 – Submission isn't weakness — Jesus modeled it15:20 – The Spirit submits to the Son — equality within submission15:46 – Submission = Christlikeness16:12 – Marriage roles begin with mutual submission16:46 – Wives: honor your husbands (own husbands!)17:11 – Misuse of this text addressed18:18 – Submission is not inferiority, silence, or passivity18:56 – Proverbs 31: strong, wise, capable women19:26 – Honor creates atmosphere for husbands to thrive19:50 – Husbands: love like Christ loved the Church20:13 – Wives submit, husbands sacrifice20:41 – Your wife doesn't need a king — she has one21:20 – Husbands set the tone of the home21:49 – Pilot illustration — calm leadership22:40 – Your marriage preaches a sermon daily23:06 – Spirit-filled parenting begins23:40 – Children: obey and honor your parents24:06 – The promise that comes with obedience24:24 – Teaching youth the value of honor25:09 – Parents: do not provoke your children25:39 – Don't crush your kids with criticism26:13 – “Bring them up” — nurture, don't intimidate26:37 – Parents + pastors = partnership (NextGen vision)27:37 – Children are like wet cement — everything leaves a mark28:08 – Spirit-filled work relationships28:18 – Working as unto the Lord29:04 – Christians should be the most reliable workers29:48 – Your work is worship30:13 – Leaders: use influence to bless, not manipulate30:35 – Business owners leading with Christlike character31:01 – Spirit-filled relationships submit to Christ31:17 – Taking inventory of our own homes31:44 – Is Christ the center of your home?32:01 – What atmosphere greets people in your house?32:50 – The Spirit can transform your home33:13 – Harshness, sarcasm, avoidance — and hope33:42 – Husbands, wives, children, parents, leaders — all worship34:36 – The Spirit who fills you at church can fill your home35:02 – God can heal marriages and restore families35:29 – Response moment: invitation to be Spirit-filled36:14 – Prayer for homes and families36:50 – Corporate closing prayer37:49 – Venture sign-up reminders + Winter Camp38:26 – Subscribe + learn more about Venture Church

    Venture in the South
    E200: The Venture Update and an update on past interesting companies and topics.

    Venture in the South

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 39:42


    S4:E200 David gives The Venture Update, then Paul and David updates listeners on some of the Startups and topics reviewed in the last 100 shows. (recorded 11.25.25)Follow David on X at https://x.com/DGRollingSouth Connect On LinkedIn with David at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgrisell/ Follow Paul on X at https://x.com/PalmettoAngel Connect On LinkedIn with Paul at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulclarkprivateequity/ We invite your feedback and suggestions at www.ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com.

    MHD Off the Record
    [Re-Air] Ep. 33 Are Community Resources Truly Accessible? (Feat. Rocsii Woolley and Lauren Brazile)

    MHD Off the Record

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 33:58


    Los Angeles is a huge city with many resources and opportunities. However, figuring out how to get access to the right resources—whether it's housing, jobs, or financial support—can be overwhelming. So who should be responsible for making sure people get the help they need? Should the government be doing more, or are community organizations better equipped to step in? Are we empowering ourselves, or are we asking too much from the system?Sitting down with Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson to answer these questions are Lauren Brazile, President of We Grow LA, an organization dedicated to empowering communities through resources, education, and support, and Rocsii Woolley, Founder & CEO of The Source LA, who has helped thousands secure jobs, housing, and business opportunities while advocating for community-driven solutions*****************************************************Sign up for our newsletter at beacons.ai/mhdcd8******************************************************ResourcesLauren Brazile is the president of We Grow LA (WGLA), an organization dedicated to empowering communities through resources, education, and support. Under her leadership, WGLA strives to create a more equitable and just society for all. She has been instrumental in providing the community with essential tools and knowledge, as evidenced by her participation in events like the Know to Grow Masterclass, where she collaborated with figures such as comedian Watts Homie Quan, choreographer Storm DeBarge, and educator Champ Reggie Foster.Lauren is also an active member of GLAAAC, NAACP, and Forbes BLK and is currently a fellow in the Black Girl Ventures 2025 cohort and BMO Bank 2025 Venture cohort. Her commitment to economic empowerment and community advocacy continues to shape opportunities for those historically excluded from access to resources and support.Website: www.wegrowla.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/wegrowla (@wegrowla)Rocsii Woolley is a devoted wife, mother, woman of faith, entrepreneur and community leader. As the Founder and CEO of The Source LA, she has been a driving force in providing housing, employment, and essential resources to underserved communities. With over a decade of HR experience, she's helped hire over 10,000 community members and supported more than 400 individuals in securing stable housing. She also manages the Watts Business Source Center at Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation (VSEDC), offering business solutions to local entrepreneurs, and serves as Chapter Advisor for The Black Professionals Network, strengthening professional connections and fostering community development.Rocsii's impact has earned her numerous accolades from the County and City of Los Angeles, Inglewood, Compton, Long Beach, and the state of California, including the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and medallion. A marketing expert with a large social media following, she also provides strategic social media services through her consulting agency, helping businesses expand their reach and impact. As a mentor and business visionary, Rocsii remains committed to creating pathways for others to succeed and thrive.Website: www.thesourcela.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/thesourcelaWant to learn more about Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and LA's Council District 8? Follow @mhdcd8...

    Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast
    EP3-15 | VC Talks:Timothy Chen | How AI Is Redefining Early-Stage Venture Investing ft. Uly Su

    Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 33:58


    In this episode of VC Talks, we sit down with Timothy Chen, Founder of Essence VC, to unpack his core perspectives on investing in AI startups—and why, despite rapid advances in models and tools, the founder matters more than ever at the earliest stage. Drawing from his frontline experience in early-stage venture capital, Timothy reflects on the structural shifts in the AI investment landscape before and after 2022. As foundation models and cloud infrastructure become increasingly commoditized, where does true differentiation come from? He also speaks candidly about which layers of today's AI value chain are likely to capture lasting value, and the seemingly compelling narratives that may look impressive on the surface but, in reality, lack defensible technical moats—clear red flags he watches for when evaluating young teams. The conversation also looks ahead to a disruption the venture world is just beginning to confront: when AI agents can already run diligence, analyze markets, and even take part in negotiations, how does the role of a venture capitalist evolve? Timothy shares his rethinking of where enduring VC value will lie, offering a key insight—while AI can dramatically amplify efficiency, it cannot replace human judgment or the ability to build long-term trust. If you're thinking about how to become a more effective early-stage investor in the AI era, or want to understand how top VCs quickly identify the people and teams truly worth backing for the long run, this episode offers a compelling, first-hand perspective. 在這一集 VC Talks 中,我們邀請到 Essence VC 創辦人 Timothy Chen,深入解析他在投資 AI 新創時的關鍵判斷視角,以及為什麼相較於AI模型與工具,「創辦人」的因素,卻反而比以往任何時候都更為關鍵。 Timothy 從早期創投的第一線觀察出發,回顧 2022 年前後 AI 投資生態的結構性轉變:當基礎模型與雲端資源逐漸商品化,真正的差異化該如何被定義?節目中,他也坦率談到,在今日的 AI 產業鏈中,價值究竟會沉澱在哪一層,以及哪些看似華麗、實際上可能缺乏技術護城河的行銷語言,是他在評估早期團隊時最重視的警訊。 另外,我們也試著思考未來創投圈即將面對的衝擊:當 AI agents 已能執行盡職調查、分析市場,甚至參與談判後,創投的角色究竟又會如何演變? Timothy 分享他對未來創投專業價值所在的重新想像,也拋出一個關鍵觀點——雖然AI技術可以放大效率,但無法取代人類的判斷與建立長期信任的能力。 如果你正在思考如何在 AI 世代成為極具影響力的早期投資者,或想理解早期創投如何快速辨識,甚麼是「值得長期下注的人與團隊」,這一集將提供極具啟發性的第一手視角。

    HSBC Global Viewpoint: Banking and Markets
    Perspectives: Where VCs are betting in Asia in 2026

    HSBC Global Viewpoint: Banking and Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 24:37


    Venture capital is often perceived as a game of high stakes and strategic bets. Rohit Agarwal, Managing Director of Peak XV, joins Dave Sabow, Global Head of HSBC Innovation Banking, to provide an in-depth look. Their conversation explores the nuances of capital deployment in Asia for 2026, the sectors attracting investment, and the evolving landscape for venture capitalists.This episode was recorded in Singapore during the launch of HSBC Innovation Banking on October 28, 2025.Disclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of HSBC.

    The Thoughtful Entrepreneur
    2340 - Discovering the Real Issues Behind Business Challenges with Venture Management Consultants, Inc's John Murphy

    The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 20:17


    Unlocking High-Performance Leadership: Lessons from John Murphy on Mindful Management and Business TransformationIn this episode, host Josh Elledge speaks with John Murphy, founder of Venture Management Consultants, Inc. and author of more than 20 books including Miracle Minded Manager. Their conversation explores the intersection of nature, spirituality, process improvement, and the art of simplifying leadership in today's complex business environment. This blog distills the most powerful ideas from their discussion, giving leaders actionable takeaways to elevate performance, mindset, and organizational culture.Leadership Insights That Transform Teams and OrganizationsJohn Murphy's leadership philosophy is grounded in deep observation of nature and the role simplicity plays in high performance. He explains that nature operates without stress or overthinking—trees grow, rivers flow, and ecosystems adapt effortlessly—and leaders can benefit by mirroring this same natural alignment. When leaders learn to be fully present rather than pressured, they unlock clarity, creativity, and more intuitive decision-making that supports healthier teams and stronger business results.Another major topic John explores is the power of Kaizen events—intensive improvement workshops that rapidly redesign business processes within days rather than months. These transformation sprints dismantle silos, build cross-functional collaboration, and demonstrate what's possible when teams are given focus, data, and permission to fix what's broken. The speed and sustainability of Kaizen outcomes often reignite organizational momentum and help leaders rediscover the power of disciplined simplicity.John also emphasizes mindful leadership, teaching leaders to shift from resistance to acceptance when confronting uncertainty or change. Instead of reacting from fear, mindful leaders recognize what is, examine the root causes of problems, and respond with clarity. This is paired with his advocacy for the art of subtraction—removing unnecessary steps, roles, tools, or habits that drain energy. By simplifying rather than adding more complexity, organizations experience greater flow, higher productivity, and dramatically improved morale.About John MurphyJohn Murphy is a renowned leadership consultant, speaker, and author with over 20 published books focused on business transformation, mindfulness, and high-performance leadership. His teachings combine spiritual principles, lean methodologies, and decades of executive coaching experience. Learn more about his work at johnjmurphy.org or connect with him on LinkedIn.About Venture Management Consultants, Inc.Founded by John Murphy, Venture Management Consultants specializes in business transformation, leadership development, and operational excellence. The firm supports organizations globally through Kaizen events, executive coaching, culture transformation initiatives, and high-performance training programs. Explore resources and offerings at johnjmurphy.org.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeJohn Murphy's WebsiteJohn Murphy on LinkedInKey Episode HighlightsNature teaches leaders the power of presence, alignment, and simplicityKaizen events accelerate...

    Baseball and BBQ
    Ardie Davis, Barbecue Hall of Famer and Chef Ray Sheehan, Newly Inducted Member of the Order of the Magic Mop, Plus Author David Krell Brings Bo Belinsky to Life and Dan Lloyd Discusses Big Dog Sauce Company's Newest Venture

    Baseball and BBQ

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 121:14


    Episode 320 is a grand slam as we welcome Barbecue Hall of Fame member, Ardie Davis and newly inducted member of the Order of the Magic Mop, Chef Ray Sheehan, plus author David Krell brings Bo Belinsky to life in his book, Bo Belinsky:  The Rise, Fall and Rebound of a Playboy Pitcher and Dan Lloyd Discusses Big Dog Sauce Company's newest venture. Ardie Davis aka Remus Powers, Ph.B. is a 2016 Barbecue Hall of Fame member in the celebrity/humanitarian category.  Ardie is a founder of the American Royal Barbecue Sauce Contest which is the world's largest sauce contest.  He is a charter member of the KCBS, instrumental in the development of the Certified Barbecue Judge curriculum, and author of the oath recited by each judge prior to judging a contest.  Ardie has written numerous BBQ books.  He has also been interviewed by the History Channel regarding barbecue, on more than one occasion.  In 2003 he was named a Kansas City Barbecue Legend by the The Kansas City Star. Ray Sheehan is no stranger to awards as he has been writing award winning cookbooks and producing a lineup of award winning sauces and rubs over the last several years.  His latest achievement is his induction into the prestigious Order of the Magic Mop.  The ceremony was led by Barbecue Hall of Famer Ardie Davis, who presented Ray with the symbolic Magic Mop in recognition of his contributions to the betterment of barbecue and humankind, and his ongoing efforts to promote youth involvement in barbecue.  The mop was signed by Ardie Davis and Carolyn Wells, as well as being marked “XX for Chef Paul Kirk.” The mop, made by the late Mr. Gattuso, is believed to be the last of its kind, crafted with an olive wood handle, high-quality Egyptian cotton head, stainless steel wire, and a stainless steel nail.  For more information on Ray Sheehan and his products go to https://www.raysheehan.com/ David Krell is an author and baseball historian.  He joins us once again as he discusses his new book, Bo Belinsky:  The Rise, Fall and Rebound of a Playboy Pitcher.  Belinsky's story is fascinating.  He began in the minor leagues in the mid–1950s, gained a spotlight with a no-hitter for the Angels during his rookie season, and endured severe ups and downs. Along the way, he dated the most famous actresses in America, including Mamie Van Doren, Connie Stevens, and Tina Louise.  Fans did not know about the disastrous effect of Belinsky's alcoholism and drug abuse. Three marriages resulted in divorces.  In the 1990s when he moved to Las Vegas he embraced sobriety and found a satisfying new career.  Interviews with Belinsky's friends and colleagues show a different side to this controversial player who experienced the benefits and the terrific costs of fame.  For more information on David go to https://davidkrell.com/ Dan Lloyd is a cofounder of the Big Dog Sauce Company, specializing in all-natural sauces and rubs. The idea was born in Colorado, but grew to maturation cross-country in New Hampshire.  Taken from their website, "We're more than just sauces; we're about igniting your taste buds and elevating every dish you create."  Dan is a true visionary with his products and now has a way for lovers of his products to invest in the company.  To learn more go to  https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Big-Dog-Sauce-Company We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Chef Ray Sheehan's website, https://www.raysheehan.com/ for award-winning saucess, rubs, and cookbooks, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves, Cutting Edge Firewood High Quality Kiln Dried Firewood - Cutting Edge Firewood in Atlanta for high quality firewood and cooking wood, Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. We truly appreciate our listeners and hope that all of you are staying safe. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Finscale
    #319 - Pierre-Antoine Vacheron (Worldline) - Worldline sous toutes les coutures

    Finscale

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 32:03


    Dans cet épisode, je reçois Pierre-Antoine Vacheron, directeur général de Worldline, pour une discussion passionnante au cœur des paiements européens, de la transformation d'un acteur historique et des défis d'un secteur en pleine recomposition. Un échange ultra lucide et transparent, qui dévoile les coulisses d'une entreprise bousculée par de fortes turbulences dans un environnement mondial mouvant, mais résolument déterminée à se réinventer.Nous avons parlé :De son parcours de 20 ans dans les paiements, de ses années chez BPCE et de son rôle dans l'intégration et la montée en puissance de fintechs.De son arrivée chez Worldline dans un moment de turbulence, et de ses 100 premiers jours passés à redonner confiance, prendre des décisions importantes et structurantes pour remettre l'entreprise en mouvement.Des grands axes du plan de transformation « North Star » : convergence de plus de 60 plateformes, centralisation des opérations, simplification du modèle et recentrage sur les paiements européens.Des défis humains : renouvellement de l'équipe dirigeante, nouvelles valeurs de leadership, redynamisation des collaborateurs après plusieurs années de pression et de restructurations.De la concurrence face à Stripe, Adyen ou Checkout.com, et de ce qui différencie Worldline : présence multilocale, modèle flexible pour les commerçants et ancrage souverain en Europe.De l'avenir des paiements en Europe : montée des wallets bancaires comme Wero, accélération du commerce agentique, rôle futur des stablecoins.De la manière dont une transformation de cette ampleur peut réellement réussir : appropriation par les équipes, discipline d'exécution, dialogue avec les clients et transparence envers les investisseurs.Un échange dense, sincère et profondément instructif, qui montre la transformation de Worldline de l'intérieur, mais surtout l'ambition de bâtir un acteur européen solide, souverain et capable d'innover dans un paysage en mutation rapide.En fin d'épisode, la recommandation de Pierre-Antoine :“The Dark Pattern” par Guido Palazzo – un ouvrage qui explore les mécanismes internes qui mènent les entreprises à s'éloigner de leurs valeurs.Liens utiles: Pierre-Antoine Vacheron: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreantoinevacheron/ Worldine: https://worldline.com/ Wero: https://wero-wallet.eu/***************************Finscale, c'est bien plus qu'un podcast. C'est un écosystème qui connecte les acteurs clés du secteur financier à travers du Networking, du coaching et des partenariats.

    Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews)
    Jamie Montgomery on Why AI Applications Will Power the Next Wave of Venture Returns

    Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 58:53


    What if the most defensible companies of the AI era aren't the ones building the infrastructure—but the ones using it to rethink workflows? In this Technoventure episode, Peter High speaks with Jamie Montgomery, Founder and Managing Partner of March Capital, about why the firm is investing heavily in the AI application layer—not chips, not clouds, but the companies delivering real task-based outcomes. Key topics explored: Why workflow-based moats beat data moats in the new venture cycle How application-layer companies are scaling faster with leaner GTM The ripple effects of AI CapEx on the U.S. economy and tax base March Capital's bets on open-source LLMs and scientific discovery Why Montgomery believes AI “bailed out” the U.S. and VC industry alike

    K Drama Chat
    13.3 - Podcast Review of Episode 3 of Start-Up

    K Drama Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 94:00


    Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 3 of Start-Up, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring Bae Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, Nam Joo Hyuk as Nam Do-san, Kim Seon Ho as Han Ji Pyeong, Kang Han Na as Won In Jae, and Kim Hae Sook as Choi Won Deok. We discuss:The songs featured during the recap: One Day by Kim Feel and Dream a Dream by Park Sejun. Kim Feel's music is soulful and widely featured in K Drama OSTs.Joanna's trip to Europe, highlights from Nice and Monaco, and her growing confidence speaking French thanks to Duolingo Max.The hilarious and emotional interactions between Nam Do-san and Han Ji Pyeong, including reciting the South Korean national anthem to cover a fake business discussion.The poetic metaphor of the music box, representing Nam Do-san as someone full of potential and how Seo Dal-mi's belief in him gives him the courage to grow.The layered sibling rivalry and estrangement between Seo Dal-mi and Won In Jae, and the complex emotions tied to their mother.An in-depth explanation of startup funding terms like angel investor, pre-series A, series A, mezzanine financing, and term sheets.The theme of equity and control in business, illustrated by how Won In Jae is ousted as CEO due to lack of shares, despite holding the title.The metaphorical and literal meaning of taking the elevator to the top—used by Seo Dal-mi as a symbol of her ambition.Seo Dal-mi's bold bet that she'll be more successful than her sister in three years, likening herself to a future Steve Jobs or Mark Zuckerberg.Samsan Tech's win at the CODA competition, their failed video presentation, and the intrigue by the Korean American judge.Sandbox as a metaphorical and literal safe space for entrepreneurs, inspired by the “sandbox” described by Dal-mi's father.The motivations behind each character's application to Sandbox: Seo Dal-mi wants to take the upper floor elevator, Nam Do-san wants to turn a misunderstanding into reality, and Won In Jae wants to shed her image as “chewed-up gum.”A profile of actor Kim Seon Ho, including his traumatic childhood experience, strong theater background, rise through Strongest Deliveryman, and breakout role in Start-Up.ReferencesWhat is a sandbox?Venture capital terms you need to know

    ZakBabyTV
    The Werewolf of Maplewood Forest | Creepypasta

    ZakBabyTV

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 33:01


    Venture deep into the darkness with The Werewolf of Maplewood Forest, a bone-chilling Creepypasta inspired by legends and True Scary Stories whispered around campfires. This gripping tale blends elements of Deep Woods Horror Stories and classic Horror Stories to bring you face-to-face with a monstrous predator lurking in the shadows. As night falls over Maplewood Forest, the line between myth and reality blurs, and the horrifying truth emerges—some creatures aren't just stories. Perfect for fans of Scary Stories who crave suspense, fear, and late-night terror.

    The 30 Minute Hour™
    #402--How To Convert Your Vision Into A Sustainable Venture

    The 30 Minute Hour™

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 45:44


    Joe Reed is the Founder and CEO of Exponent Group, a missions agency dedicated to helping leaders restore their own communities through spiritual formation, ministry skills development, and community restoration projects. Drawing on his background in social entrepreneurship, Joe equips emerging leaders to design practical, self-sustaining solutions to complex local challenges—ensuring that transformational work takes root and continues to bring restoration for generations to come.Listen NOW to discover, How To Convert Your Vision Into A Sustainable Venture!

    Grow Your B2B SaaS
    S7E18 - Preparing Your SaaS for an Exit: Valuation Drivers, Buyers & Metrics That Matter with René de Jong

    Grow Your B2B SaaS

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 18:37


    How can you effectively prepare your SaaS for an exit? And what should you know about the valuation drivers, buyer types, and metrics that matter most? In a live episode of the Grow Your B2B SaaS podcast recorded at SaaS Summit Benelux, host Joran sat down with René de Jong to unpack what it takes for SaaS companies to scale and prepare for a successful exit in 2026. René helps entrepreneurs—specifically SaaS founders—design effective exit strategies and navigate the full process of selling their businesses to third parties. Across the conversation, he offered clear and pragmatic insights on what separates the SaaS businesses that grow and sell well from those that struggle, how buyers evaluate companies in the current market, and why topics like the rule of 40, net revenue retention, AI-driven scalability, and deal structure matter now more than ever. From early-stage focus at 0 to 10K MRR to strategies for moving toward 10 million ARR, René shared guidance grounded in what he sees every day in the market.This episode turns the full discussion into a clear, actionable narrative that stays true to the original conversation and is easier to follow and revisit.Key Timestamps(0:00) - SaaS Summit Benelux intro, B2B SaaS scaling 2026, Rule of 40, NRR, ARR multiples, Earnouts, Strategic buyers, 0-10K MRR, 10M ARR(0:50) - Guest intro, SaaS M&A advisor, SaaS exit strategy, SaaS acquisition process(1:14) - Scaling your SaaS for 2026(1:20) - What separates SaaS winners in 2026(1:26) - Rule of 40, Efficient growth, ARR multiple valuation(2:18) - Go-to-market strategy, New business team, Net Revenue Retention (NRR), Expense efficiency(3:05) - NRR benchmarks, Churn, Customer concentration, Market standards(4:01) - Efficient growth vs spend, AI scalability, Revenue per employee(5:06) - AI native SaaS costs, VC vs mature SaaS valuation, EBITDA vs ARR(6:38) - VC backing for AI native startups(6:48) - Freemium model 2026, Valuation cycles, EBITDA focus, AI hype, ARR multiples(8:05) - Sponsor: B2B SaaS affiliate marketing, Reditus(8:49) - SaaS valuation benchmarks, ARR multiples range(9:01) - 3.5x ARR cash at close, Earnout, Reinvest, Deal structure(10:34) - Venture capital vs Private equity(10:43) - Strategic buyers, One plus one equals three, Synergy valuation(11:22) - Build list of strategic acquirers, Exit planning(11:29) - Headline valuations vs reality, Purchase price, Earnouts, Deal terms(11:51) - Earnout as bonus, Cash at closing, Burnout risk(13:05) - 2026 growth loop, AI in land and expand, Product-led growth, AI agents(14:10) - 0–10K MRR advice, Founder mindset, Learn fast, Mentors, SaaS community(15:35) - Smart capital, Operator investors, Non-dilutive help(16:06) - 10K MRR to 10M ARR, Focus, Buy-and-build strategy, Autonomous growth, 3–5 year plan(17:43) - Contact info, LinkedIn, anno9082.nl(18:03) - Outro, Subscribe, Sponsor the show, Reditus call-to-action

    Sand Hill Road
    Dr. Ed Engleman: Vivo Capital's Cancer Hacker

    Sand Hill Road

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 18:02


    Legendary Stanford immunologist Dr. Ed Engleman helped create the foundations of modern cancer treatment. From early breakthroughs in immune-cell training to a brand-new discovery, Engleman explains how the immune system can now be switched on and off like circuitry, with implications for cancer, autoimmune disease, infections and more. He also breaks down his role at Vivo Capital, the global life-sciences venture firm where he evaluates and guides new biotech startups. Engleman describes how Vivo's more conservative, data-driven investment style matches his own approach: digging deep into the science, waiting for real clinical signals, and backing teams that can translate discoveries into actual drugs. A rare conversation with a scientist-founder-investor whose discoveries and companies have reshaped medicine — and who's still chasing the next breakthrough. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The San Francisco Experience
    How to find and pitch investors for your startup. The Do's and Don'ts. Talking with Black Dog Venture Partners CEO Scott Kelly.

    The San Francisco Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 35:00


    Raising capital is a multi-phase process that brings together the entrepreneur and the investor. Scott and his team are at the nexus of that relationship. With a network of 13,000 investors, Black Dog Venture Partners is active nationwide, and is industry agnostic.

    EUVC
    E663 | Leyla Holterud, Vintage Investment Partners: European Venture: Growth, Secondaries, and the Future of Vintage Investment Partners

    EUVC

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 45:02


    Welcome back to another episode of the EUVC Podcast. Today, we're thrilled to feature Leyla Holterud, partner at Vintage Investment Partners. Many know Leyla from her years at StepStone, where she led venture growth across EMEA. Now, at Vintage, she's helping deploy $4.3 billion from their global platform to double down on Europe, anchored by the firm's new London office. With a strategy spanning fund-of-funds, growth, and secondaries, Leyla offers a rare vantage point on the European VC landscape.

    Colombia Business News
    Jimena Cortés Shares Why HTwenty is Placing Venture Bets in Colombia

    Colombia Business News

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 9:11


    While there are now some notable Latin American “Unicorns,” the region has lagged behind others when it comes to developing a venture economy. Then still, within Latin America, Colombia has until recently punched below its weight in attracting venture dollars. This may be changing now, and some intrepid Venture Capital firms are betting on Colombian talent and the country's technology infrastructure to produce results.Htwenty Capital is one of those early stage venture firms. During a recent event organized by the City of Medellín's investment promotion agency, ACI Medellín, Loren Moss, executive editor of Finance Colombia and Cognitive Business News was able to spend some time with the investment fund's Platform Lead, Jimena Cortés to discuss the unique challenges—and opportunities that Colombia presents when it comes to funding and growing high potential startups.Read the full article on Finance Colombia: Jimena Cortés Shares Why HTwenty Capital is Placing Venture Bets in Colombia Despite Unique ChallengesSubscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/writeContact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-un...Read more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

    MindSet Playbook
    Leading Through Uncertainty: How to Build Influence, Clarity, and Purpose

    MindSet Playbook

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 41:15


    What if uncertainty isn't something to fear… but one of the greatest advantages you have as a leader? In this episode of The BrainVault Podcast, Larry Olsen sits down with Scott Stirrett — best-selling author of The Uncertainty Advantage, founder of Venture for Canada, and a rising force in modern leadership. Scott's journey from leaving Goldman Sachs at 22 to building a national organization reveals one powerful truth: leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about how you navigate the unknown. Together, Larry and Scott explore how clarity, self-compassion, and purpose can transform the way you lead yourself and others. You'll learn why focusing on the journey builds more momentum than fixating on outcomes, how to quiet the pull of comparison, and why your “true north” becomes the anchor that guides every decision you make. Scott shares the mindset that helped him impact thousands of lives, and Larry brings forward insights that remind us: growth isn't about perfection. It's about who you bring to the moment. If you're ready to lead with more confidence, purpose, and vision—this conversation opens the door. Press play and step into a new perspective on the power of uncertainty.

    Bright Spots in Healthcare Podcast
    AMA & Health2047: Warren Templeton on Transforming Healthcare Through Venture Innovation

    Bright Spots in Healthcare Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 24:45


    Recorded live at HLTH, this episode of Bright Spots in Healthcare takes you inside Health2047, the venture studio founded by the American Medical Association to tackle some of healthcare's gnarliest problems. Host Eric Glazer sits down with Warren Templeton, Managing Director at Health2047, to explore how the AMA is backing founders at the earliest stages to reshape physician workflows, chronic disease management, and data liquidity. Warren shares how Health2047 partners with science- and clinician-led startups at the pre-seed and seed stages, wrapping founders with commercial strategy, clinical and billing expertise, and an evergreen capital model that matches healthcare's longer time horizons. He also unpacks why humility and conviction are the two non-negotiable traits he looks for in founders. You'll hear real-world examples from Health2047's portfolio, including: Zing Health – a Medicare Advantage plan built for underserved communities, rooted in social determinants of health and community-based design Phenomics Health – an obesity phenotyping company born from a "failed" diabetes prevention bet, now helping match patients to the right GLP-1s, procedures, and care pathways ScholarRx – a global medical education platform partnering with the WHO to enable high-quality "tertiary care in the wild" for clinicians around the world Warren and Eric also dig into: Why traditional 5–7 year VC timelines often clash with healthcare reality How to balance breakthrough science with practical workflow integration and commercial viability The impact KPIs Health2047 tracks beyond IRR, including lives and care teams impacted If you're a founder, investor, or healthcare leader trying to build something that actually works in the real world—not just on a pitch deck—this conversation offers a candid look at what it takes to design, fund, and scale the next generation of healthcare companies. Bio: https://health2047.com/leadership/warrentempleton/ References: Health2047's portfolio companies mentioned in the episode: Zing Health - https://www.myzinghealth.com/ Phenomics Health - https://www.phenomicshealth.com/ ScholarRx - https://scholarrx.com/ Partner with Bright Spots Ventures: If you are interested in speaking with the Bright Spots Ventures team to brainstorm how we can help you grow your business via content and relationships, email hkrish@brightspotsventures.com About Bright Spots Ventures: Bright Spots Ventures is a healthcare strategy and engagement company that creates content, communities, and connections to accelerate innovation. We help healthcare leaders discover what's working, and how to scale it. By bringing together health plan, hospital, and solution leaders, we facilitate the exchange of ideas that lead to measurable impact. Through our podcast, executive councils, private events, and go-to-market strategy work, we surface and amplify the "bright spots" in healthcare—proven innovations others can learn from and replicate. At our core, we exist to create trusted relationships that make real progress possible. Visit our website at www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com. Visit our website:  www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com. Follow Bright Spots in Healthcare: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shared-purpose-connect/

    The Tech Trek
    Opening Venture Capital Investing To Everyone

    The Tech Trek

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 29:26


    Mike Collins, CEO of Alumni Ventures, joins Amir to unpack what it really means to democratize venture capital and why the next wave of value creation will happen in private markets long before it hits the public exchanges. He explains how Alumni Ventures lets accredited investors build a meaningful venture portfolio, why diversification and time matter more than stock picking, and how this model changes the game for both founders and individual investors.If you are a tech professional who cares about innovation, wealth building, and staying close to what comes next in AI, energy, health, and more, this conversation gives you a clear window into how the venture world actually works and how you can take part in it without becoming a full time investor.Key takeaways• Venture capital is a hits business, so the real game is building a broad portfolio, not trying to pick one or two magic startups• Diversification and time are the core levers for venture investing, especially for busy professionals who are not watching markets all day• Alumni Ventures acts as a large scale co investor with top venture firms, letting individual investors ride along with the same lead investors founders already want• Value creation is shifting to private markets, since many of the most important tech companies now stay private far longer than in past cycles• Alumni Ventures is building a global, tech enabled platform that aims to support founders and investors across regions, stages, and themesTimestamped highlights[03:01] Mike breaks down what venture capital really is and why random one off startup bets look more like gambling than investing[04:40] Why diversification is your superpower and how a portfolio of 30 to 200 startups changes the risk profile for individual investors[07:40] The rise of private value creation and why waiting for the open AI or Stripe IPO means missing the first big wave of upside[11:38] Venture as a time machine, looking five to seven years ahead at technologies the public will only hear about much later[17:48] How Alumni Ventures plays the role of co investor of choice for founders by bringing a global alumni network and real customer access[21:48] Roughly 300 deals a year and multiple themed funds, and what that volume unlocks for different types of accredited investors[25:31] The next ten years, going global, and why Mike wants Alumni Ventures to become the most valuable venture capital firm on the planetA line that stayed with me“Diversification is your superpower and time is really an asset.”Ideas you can use• Think of venture as a small but intentional slice of your overall portfolio, alongside public stocks, fixed income, and real estate• Treat venture like an ETF for innovation, where you build exposure to many teams across multiple years rather than buying a single hot deal• Use your curiosity as a filter, follow companies whose work you genuinely want to track over years, not daysCall to actionIf this episode helped you see the venture world in a clearer way, follow the show, leave a quick rating, and share it with a friend who cares about tech and investing. To stay close to upcoming conversations with founders and investors who sit at the edge of innovation, connect with Amir on LinkedIn and make sure you are subscribed so you never miss an episode.

    Beurswatch | BNR
    Koekoeksjong Anthropic wil OpenAI uit het beursnest mieteren

    Beurswatch | BNR

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 20:56


    De beursgang van OpenAI is aanstaande, maar het bedrijf wordt mogelijk ingehaald door een concurrent. AI-reus Anthropic maakt zich klaar voor een beursgang. Volgens de Financial Times heeft het bedrijf een advocatenkantoor in de arm genomen die dat moet regelen. Dat betekent voor aartsrivaal OpenAI hoor je in deze aflevering. We duiken ook op Eutelsat. Dat moest dé Europese concurrent van Starlink worden, het satellietbedrijf van Elon Musk. Beleggers hadden daar dit voorjaar nog het volste vertrouwen in: toen schoot het aandeel liefst 600 procent omhoog. Maar de Japanse investeerder Softbank zegt nu het vertrouwen op: ze verkopen de helft van hun belang. Met hun nog veel meer beleggers, want van die stijging in maart is weinig meer over. Of Eutelsat óóit nog in de buurt komt van Starlink, gaan we bespreken. Vertellen we je ook nog over de spijkerbroekenoorlog die gaande is in de Verenigde Staten. American Eagle, Levi Strauss en GAP halen alles en iedereen uit de kast om klanten te trekken. Spotjes met actrice Sydney Sweeney, zelfs een Levi's-liedje van Beyoncé: bedrijven trekken er miljoenen voor uit. En je hoort waarom de topman van een Nederlands biotechbedrijf een bonus van 205 miljoen euro op zijn bankrekening mag bijschrijven. De op één na grootste beloning voor een bestuurder van een Nederlands bedrijf ooit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Unexplored Places
    Venture, part 1

    The Unexplored Places

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 107:09


     Andrew (The Rogue), Christine (The Immolator), and Sam (The Bard) create characters and explore a high fantasy world in VENTURE by RILEY RETHAL    Buy Venture here: https://metagame.itch.io/vendun   Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/unexploredcast

    BBC Countryfile Magazine
    327. Venture out onto the wild Essex marshes with author Michael J Warren

    BBC Countryfile Magazine

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 62:56


    This week, we're heading to the bleakly beautiful Essex marshes to meet historian and birder Michael J Warren – and thousands of waders and wildfowl in this stunning area of big skies, haunting calls and endless water. Michael's celebrated new book, A Cuckoo's Lea (published by Bloomsbury) explores how our medieval ancestors included birds in so many of their places names (most of which survive today) and reveals how immersed in nature they were. It's a fascinating exploration, with the enchanting backdrop of wild Essex. Also, the Plodcast is very proud to announce that it is media partner for the Speakies – the British Audio Awards from The Bookseller Magazine. These new awards celebrate the very best in audiobooks. The Plodcast is partnering in the non-fiction category. Find the shortlists here: www.thebookseller.com/the-british-audio-awards And now you can get in touch with the Plodcast team via: The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast group on Facebook & BBC Countryfile Magazine's Instagram page. The BBC Countryfile Magazine Plodcast is the Publishers Podcast Awards Special Interest Podcast of the Year 2024 & 2025 and the PPA Podcast of the Year 2022. If you've enjoyed the plodcast, don't forget to leave likes and positive reviews. Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: theplodcast@countryfile.com. If your letter, email or message is read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of a wildlife- or countryside-themed book chosen by the team. The Plodcast is produced by Jack Bateman and Lewis Dobbs. The theme tune was written and performed by Blair Dunlop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Go To Market Grit
    Building Cloudflare for the Next 50 Years | Co-founder Cloudfare Michelle Zatlyn

    Go To Market Grit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 58:29


    Fifteen years in, it can still feel like “we're just getting started.”Michelle Zatlyn, co-founder of Cloudflare, returns to Grit with Joubin Mirzadegan to share how Cloudflare secures the internet for millions, with a vision built to last generations.She also shares why staying close to reality and to customers becomes harder as success compounds, and how Cloudflare is helping content creators regain control in an AI driven internet.Guest: Michelle Zatlyn, co-founder and President of CloudflareConnect with Michelle ZatlynXLinkedIn​Connect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com​Learn more about Kleiner Perkins

    Canyon Creek Church
    Imitators of God | Pastor Jared Ming | Venture Church

    Canyon Creek Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 42:03 Transcription Available


    This week at Venture, we welcomed Pastor Jared Ming from Higher Vision Church as he continued our Journey Through Ephesians series with a powerful message from Ephesians 5. Pastor Jared teaches what it means to “be imitators of God” — that following Jesus is not just about believing, but about becoming more like our Father. Through humor, personal stories, and deep biblical insight, he unpacks two life-changing truths: 1. Walk in Love Love isn't just emotion — it's action, sacrifice, generosity, and self-control. Jared shows how true love is expressed through giving, and how it also means restraining the desires and behaviors that lead us away from God. 2. Walk in the Light We are called to leave the darkness behind. Jared challenges us to disconnect from anything that keeps us from God's best and to step fully into the light — through confession, truth, repentance, and following Jesus wholeheartedly. This message is practical, challenging, and full of moments that will help you grow closer to God and look more like Him in your daily life. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Venture Church Online00:06 – Drop your location in the comments00:20 – Service intro00:42 – Pastor Jared Ming takes the stage01:07 – Honoring Pastor Brandon, Pastor Di, and the team01:23 – About Higher Vision Church01:38 – Thanksgiving weekend humor02:03 – “Drumstick” joke02:24 – Diving into Ephesians 502:41 – Standing for the reading of God's Word02:57 – “Be imitators of God”03:31 – Opening prayer03:58 – What does it mean to imitate God?04:17 – Mimicking your Father in heaven04:42 – Family photo illustration05:19 – Do you resemble your Father spiritually?06:25 – What imitation really looks like06:49 – Encouraging the room07:16 – The call to “walk in love”07:56 – Love expressed through giving08:41 – God loved and gave09:05 – The five love languages09:27 – Gift illustration with Pastor Morgan10:51 – It's not love if there's no substance11:13 – Showing love through generosity and forgiveness11:43 – Love is demonstrated through action12:27 – Love is expressed through self-control12:59 – Hard topics: sexual immorality13:28 – Why Paul addresses sexuality14:28 – Fornication explained15:08 – God's call to holiness16:01 – Coveting and desires16:35 – Desires become actions16:57 – God protects us through boundaries17:53 – Love restrains18:01 – Controlling your words18:27 – All communication matters19:15 – Every word is recorded19:44 – Our words justify or condemn20:06 – Life and death in the tongue20:52 – The power of confession21:34 – Your words shape your future22:11 – Speak life, not defeat22:37 – Don't be deceived by empty words23:21 – Cultural lies vs. biblical truth24:06 – Reaping the results of belief24:51 – Speak God's promises25:19 – “The best is yet to come”25:35 – Walk in love recap26:15 – Point 2: Walk in the light26:35 – Leaving darkness behind27:06 – Know what is acceptable to God27:42 – Why you need the Bible28:15 – Light reveals what darkness hides29:17 – Stop blaming darkness — turn on the light29:53 – Jesus is the light30:15 – Jesus wants followers, not fans30:38 – Disconnect from darkness31:26 – “No thank you” illustration from Elf32:47 – What fellowship with darkness looks like33:37 – Expose what's hidden34:18 – Painful but necessary healing34:45 – Story of the plantar wart36:22 – It can't heal until you reveal36:50 – Break fellowship with darkness37:22 – Time to walk in love and light37:41 – Salvation invitation38:29 – Call to repentance39:12 – Prayer of salvation40:12 – Prayer over the church40:45 – Pastor Di wraps up service41:27 – How to go deeper this week41:47 – Christmas season starts next week41:53 – Closing remarks42:00 – End

    Venture in the South
    E199: The Venture Update and a short story on Healthcare

    Venture in the South

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 17:37


    S4:E199 David gives The Venture Update and then shares a 'What-If' story about how innovative healthcare could replace our broken and unsustainable Health Industrial Complex. (recorded 11.30.25)Consumer Directed Healthcare, An Innovative Solution To Our Current Unsustainable Healthcare SystemFollow David on X at https://x.com/DGRollingSouth Connect On LinkedIn with David at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgrisell/ Follow Paul on X at https://x.com/PalmettoAngel Connect On LinkedIn with Paul at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulclarkprivateequity/ We invite your feedback and suggestions at www.ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com.

    The Judgies
    Ep 285: Choose Your Own Josh-Venture

    The Judgies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 88:59


    In this week's, episode we talk about: Erika has Josh choose his own Josh-Ventures! No spoilers here :). The circle jurdge sees the return of FAN AND POD FAVORITE music video comments! This Episode is Brought to You By: Chewy! Go to ⁠⁠Chewy.com/ChewyClaus⁠ to make a wish and help donate 5 meals to pets in need! Article! Go to ⁠⁠Article.com/Judgies⁠⁠ for $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Judgies Merch is Available HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want fun, cool stickers and MORE? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.aurorascreaturecorner.store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Palestine Children's Relief Fund⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donation Link Edited by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@currentlyblinking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/currentlyblink⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tiktok.com/@currently.blinking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our Patreon is officially open, if you want to see extra content go check it out!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/JudgiesPod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send us mail! (Addressed However You'd Like)  P.O. Box 58 Ottawa, IL 61350  Leave a Review!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-judgies/id1519741238⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow us on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/judgiespod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/judgiespod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Intro Music by: Iván  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gB2VvyqfnOlNv37PHKRNJ?si=f6TIYrLITkG2NZXGLm_Y-Q&dl_branch=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 8:11 Dunking On Ryan 15:40 BF Mad About Ectopic Pregnancy 24:15 Husband Threatens Divorce 34:04 Break 34:12 Vine Coming Back 36:11 CJ: Music Video Comments 57:42 LS Sound 59:55 LS Story 1:06:07 Skipping Sisters Wedding 1:14:53 Toilet Bowl Winner 1:22:54 Outro Story Links: My bf is mad at me for ending my ectopic pregnancy My husband threatened divorce if I stay over with my daughter that just had a baby after her fiancé took his own life 2 weeks prior. DELETED AITA for skipping my sisters wedding because I never had the wedding i always dreamed of DELETED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices