Podcasts about venture studio

Episode 93.  What's an agency business and what do you do after building one to 100 people and then selling? Retire?In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host Greg Martin interviews John Ghiorso, founder of Orca Pacific, an Amazon media agency, which he successfully built and sold. John shares his journey from an accidental agency owner to a seasoned entrepreneur now setting up a venture studio model to launch multiple niche-focused marketing agencies. Key topics include the dynamics of running and scaling agencies, the importance of aligning company values, the impact of AI on agency businesses, and strategies for hiring and retaining top talent.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest00:23 John's Agency Journey01:30 Understanding the Agency Business03:12 Starting and Scaling an Agency05:28 Retirement and New Ventures08:10 Hiring and Retaining Talent12:32 Company Culture and Values19:12 Deciding to Sell the Business22:09 Personal and Market-Based Reasons for Selling23:01 Navigating the Competitive Landscape of Amazon Agencies24:41 The Impact of COVID-19 on Business Strategy25:27 The Acquisition Process and Choosing the Right Partner26:49 Life After Acquisition: Working with Media Monks29:11 Reflections on Entrepreneurship and Leadership31:23 Advice for Aspiring Agency Professionals34:32 The Future of Agencies in an AI-Driven World43:31 Key Traits for Successful Agency Leaders46:56 Resources and Final Thoughts

Warren Packard, Partner at AI Fund, discusses his firm's investment thesis. Instead of founders pitching, the AI Fund operates as a Venture Studio and recruits repeat entrepreneurs with domain knowledge to build ventures based on their ideas.

What if the path to entrepreneurial success for women didn't have to be so lonely—or so uphill? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood sits down with Melissa Wallace, a marketing veteran whose journey spans a $750 million tech exit, hands-on mentorship, and now, leading the first Femtech venture studio dedicated to female founders.Melissa shares her fascinating career evolution, from the high-octane world of startup acquisitions to co-founding Fierce Foundry, a unique venture studio that partners with women at every step of the startup journey. She explains how this studio model—offering co-founding, expert resources, and founder development—directly addresses the hurdles women face in raising money, scaling, and achieving meaningful exits.This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about gender equity in tech and entrepreneurship. You'll gain fresh insights into new funding models, innovative support networks, and hear about real-world tools that are empowering more women to launch, grow, and lead successful companies. To get the latest from Melissa Wallace, you can follow her below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissahudsonwallace/https://www.thefiercefoundry.com/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.comLearn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.comAnd don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood 

In this episode, Marcus sits down with Paul Lockett, the Technical Director of the Venture Studio at the Innovation Portal in Mobile, Alabama. They discuss Paul's impressive journey from a young high school graduate securing a full ride to Moorehouse College, his ventures and experiences in Silicon Valley, and his return to Mobile. Paul shares stories of his professional growth, internships at Google, and his work at startups. They delve into Mobile's hidden industrial strengths, importance of technology adoption in local businesses, and the role of Innovation Portal in transforming the business landscape in Mobile. The podcast emphasizes the critical need for exposing young people to local opportunities to reduce brain drain and highlights ongoing projects at the Innovation Portal aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the community.

Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Orbit event: https://lu.ma/81a26ccrEpisódio sobre o processo entre a Apple e a Epic Games, que vai mudar muito a maneira como a Apple ganha dinheiro - para menos. Uma série de pessoas que se reformam e que têm muita relevância nas suas áreas. OpenAI deixa de ser for-profit, que pode afetar a sua capacidade de arranjar mais funding.Links:ChatGPT concordante: https://www.theverge.com/news/661422/openai-chatgpt-sycophancy-update-what-went-wrongApp Meta AI: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/05/05/meta-ai-privacy/Apple Vibe-Coding: https://techcrunch.com/2025/05/02/apple-and-anthropic-reportedly-partner-to-build-an-ai-coding-platform/Berkshire Hathaway: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/05/04/warren-buffetts-348bn-question-for-his-successorOpenAI for-profit: https://www.economist.com/business/2025/05/06/openais-flip-flop-will-not-get-elon-musk-off-its-backDOGE: https://www.ft.com/content/0c6e3841-b277-4431-be93-4adf7664d08e & https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/24/us/politics/musk-cuts.htmlEU Science: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20250505-france-eu-us-scientists

Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. AI Grant: ⁠⁠https://www.laikaventures.co/ai-grant⁠⁠Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNo seguimento do episódio anterior, neste falamos sobre os castigos que a Google vai ter de cumprir por causa do processo que perdeu por comportamentos monopolísticos. A internet vai mudar certamente. A Google é a primeira janela que muita gente usa para interagir com a internet e procurar aquilo que precisa. Um dos castigos pode deixar a Google em sarilhos reais e o outro pode deixar outras empresas bastante satisfeitas.Obviamente falamos sobre o apagão: o que causou e porque demorou tanto tempo e para que existem as renováveis.Acabamos como sempre, com as notícias rápidas da semana10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)30% desconto na SIM Conference (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://simconf.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠): SHUTDOWN30Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. AI Grant: ⁠https://www.laikaventures.co/ai-grant⁠Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episódio vamos falar sobre o processo que o governo americano está a impor na Google e na Meta por causa de comportamentos monopolísticos. Explicar quais são os ângulos que o processo vai atacar e quais as implicações que isso vai ter na internet como a conhecemosAlém disso, o Sam Altman deu uma entrevista muito interessante para a TED e discutimos os temas que ele falou.Acabamos como sempre, com as notícias rápidas da semana10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)30% desconto na SIM Conference (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://simconf.com⁠⁠⁠⁠): SHUTDOWN30Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:Meta Antitrust: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/apr/22/the-us-government-is-coming-for-google-and-meta-but-what-will-happen-nextSam Altman TED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MWT_doo68kNetflix: https://www.theverge.com/news/647518/netflix-openai-search-beta-test-iosMapa NYT migração: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/04/17/opinion/global-migration-facebook-data-interactive-tool.htmlBlueorigin: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/apr/20/blue-origin-all-female-spaceflight-brought-down-to-earth

Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. AI Grant: https://www.laikaventures.co/ai-grantMais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episódio voltamos a falar sobre a guerra tarifária, principalmente sobre as posições da China e dos USA e quem pode sair vencedor.Além disso, falamos dos modelos novos que a OpenAI lançou e da rede social que pretende lançar10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)30% desconto na SIM Conference (⁠⁠⁠https://simconf.com⁠⁠⁠): SHUTDOWN30Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:Metais raros da China: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/04/10/china-has-a-weapon-that-could-hurt-america-rare-earth-exportsChina na guerra: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/04/10/can-china-fight-america-aloneGPT-4.1: https://www.theverge.com/news/647896/openai-chatgpt-gpt-4-1-mini-nano-launch-availabilityRede Social OpenAI: https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/openai-is-working-x-like-social-media-platform-verge-reports-2025-04-15/TikTokers de replicas: https://www.theverge.com/tech/649049/tiktok-chinese-factories-tariffs-birkenstock-hermesTikTok sale: https://www.economist.com/business/2025/04/10/tiktoks-bizarre-sale-process-gets-even-weirderMeta Antitrust: https://www.theverge.com/news/646809/ftc-v-meta-antitrust-monopoly-trial-instagram-whatsapp

Quizz 1 ano: ⁠⁠https://lu.ma/mvl9fs2r⁠⁠Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episódio exploramos o que parece ser o plano que Donald Trump tem para os Estados Unidos com a imposição das tarifas a todas as regiões do globo. Explico alguns conceitos interessantes e importantes sobre obrigações do tesouro e dívida soberana.Para além disso, também exploramos uma empresa americana que está a trazer animais pré-históricos ao mundo.10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)30% desconto na SIM Conference (⁠⁠https://simconf.com⁠⁠): SHUTDOWN30Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:Animais pré-históricos: https://particle.news/share/g7JQpApple F1: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHsJl_2ysmq/Apple Tarifas: https://particle.news/share/coJ7ATarifas: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/03/donald-trump-tariffs-antarctica-uninhabited-heard-mcdonald-islandAmazon Nova Sonic: https://particle.news/share/VC0MvGPT plans: https://x.com/sama/status/1908167621624856998?s=46OpenAI EU Blueprint: https://openai.com/global-affairs/openais-eu-economic-blueprint/

Quizz 1 ano: ⁠https://lu.ma/mvl9fs2r⁠Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsLaika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Episódio maioritariamente sobre AI e sobre as novidades nessa área, nomeadamente a trend que invadiu todas as plataformas sociais - imagens Ghibli Style. Como funcionam estes modelos e o que significa isto para o futuro da animação e da arte.10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)30% desconto na SIM Conference (⁠https://simconf.com⁠): SHUTDOWN30Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:Worten: https://amp.expresso.pt/economia/economia_tecnologia/2025-03-26-worten-nega-evidencias-de-ciberataque-e-diz-que-fuga-de-dados-de-96-milhoes-de-clientes-nao-corresponde-a-verdade-b84a3762Gemini 2.5: https://blog.google/technology/google-deepmind/gemini-model-thinking-updates-march-2025/#building-on-best-gemini4o Image Gen: https://openai.com/index/introducing-4o-image-generation/X and xAI: https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/29/elon-musk-says-xai-acquired-x/Microsoft Data Centers: https://particle.news/share/pCgNlCoreWeave: https://www.reuters.com/technology/coreweave-rises-above-ipo-price-third-trading-day-2025-04-01/Anthropic Economic Index: https://www.anthropic.com/news/the-anthropic-economic-indexElon Musk e Votos: https://particle.news/share/RaMX1Studio Ghibli: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studio_Ghibli

Quizz 1 ano: https://lu.ma/mvl9fs2rMais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsLaika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Neste episódio temos daqueles em ue falamos sobre uma séria de temas diferentes: desde as baterias novas da BYD, quais os melhores locais para as mulheres trabalhares, quais os países mais felizes do mundo e como a boeing voltou a ser relevante10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)30% desconto na SIM Conference (https://simconf.com): SHUTDOWN30Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:Apple TV: https://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/03/23/apple-loses-1bn-a-year-on-streaming-why-dont-its-shows-workFelicidade: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2025/03/20/lessons-from-the-happiest-countries-in-the-worldMulheres: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2025/03/05/the-best-places-to-be-a-working-woman-in-2025BYD: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/03/25/cars/china-byd-annual-sales-pass-tesla-intl-hnk/index.htmlBoeing: https://www.npr.org/2025/03/22/nx-s1-5337416/trump-f47-fighter-jet-boeingMeta AI: https://www.theverge.com/news/632876/meta-ai-europe-whatsapp-facebook-instagram-rolloutHuggingFace: https://huggingface.co/blog/ai-action-wh-2025Boston Celtics: https://theatlantavoice.com/boston-celtics-sold-6-billion/23AndMe: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/dna-testing-firm-23andme-files-chapter-11-bankruptcy-sell-itself-2025-03-24/X/Twitter: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/mar/19/value-elon-musk-x-rebounds-purchase-price

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episódio diferente explorei os conceitos de política monetária e como as tarifas podem alterar o valor das moedas e qual o impacto disso. A propósito do tema fui investigar sobre o Big Mac index, um índice económico para comparar o poder de compra nos vários países do mundo.Como correu a experiência de utilizar Bitcoin como moeda oficial de El Salvador? Outro tema deste episódioLaika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:Big Mac Index: https://www.economist.com/interactive/big-mac-indexPoltíca Monetária: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/09/05/three-charts-show-that-americas-imports-are-booming e https://www.economist.com/business/2025/03/17/will-trumps-tariffs-turbocharge-foreign-investment-in-america e https://www.economist.com/leaders/2025/03/12/trumps-erratic-policy-is-harming-the-reputation-of-american-assetsManus AI: https://www.economist.com/leaders/2025/03/13/with-manus-ai-experimentation-has-burst-into-the-openEl Salvador: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/03/02/el-salvadors-wild-crypto-experiment-ends-in-failureOpenAI novas ferramentas: https://openai.com/index/new-tools-for-building-agents/Project Europe: https://www.projecteurope.coPokemon Go: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/13/world/middleeast/pokemon-go-niantic-scopely-sale.html

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episódio dedicamos uma parte aos Oscars e aos economics por trás deles. Voltamos a falar sobre as tarifas, o impacto da popularidade de Elon Musk na Tesla e os planos que o Sam Altman tem para os futuros tiers do ChatGPT.Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:EVs em Portugal: https://expresso.pt/economia/transportes/2025-03-05-peugeot-ultrapassa-tesla-na-venda-de-carros-eletricos-chinesa-byd-sobe-ao-4-lugar-a-nivel-nacional-4a798973Teslas usados: https://expresso.pt/economia/empresas/2025-03-10-anuncios-de-venda-de-teslas-usados-estao-a-aumentar-em-portugal-musk-e-uma-das-razoes-mas-nao-a-unica-8830e5f4DOGE e Elon Musk: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/05/technology/broadband-rules-elon-musk-starlink.htmlhttps://techcrunch.com/2025/03/10/elon-musk-says-doge-involvement-is-making-it-harder-to-run-his-businesses/https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/21/elon-musks-doge-comes-for-agency-that-regulates-autonomous-vehicles/https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/02/12/elon-musk-is-failing-to-cut-american-spendingOpenAI: https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/27/openai-ceo-sam-altman-says-the-company-is-out-of-gpus/https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/05/openai-reportedly-plans-to-charge-up-to-20000-a-month-for-specialized-ai-agents/OpenAI e CoreWeave: https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/10/in-another-chess-move-with-microsoft-openai-is-pouring-12b-into-coreweave/Tarifas e recessão: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2025/03/10/how-trump-provoked-a-stockmarket-sell-off

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episodio voltamos ao formato clássico e falamos sobre as tarifas, o impacto da popularidade de Elon Musk na Tesla e as medidas que a UE implementou para ajudar a sua própria indústria automóvelPor último, um update sobre as notícias de AI que mais abalaram a semana.Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠⁠10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠⁠)Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Links:BMW: https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/21/24107631/bmw-vision-neue-klasse-x-concept-ev-super-brain-grilleArc Browser Dia: https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/02/the-browser-company-teases-dia-its-new-ai-browser/Perplexity Browser: https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/24/perplexity-teases-a-web-browser-called-comet/Claude 3.7 e Pokemon: https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/24/anthropic-used-pokemon-to-benchmark-its-newest-ai-model/Claude 3.7: https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-3-7-sonnetGPT-4.5: https://openai.com/index/introducing-gpt-4-5/iPhone 16e: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF4vZxbSmjoiPad Air M3: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/03/apple-introduces-ipad-air-with-powerful-m3-chip-and-new-magic-keyboard/UE Auto: https://www.politico.eu/article/tesla-plummeting-sales-risk-emissions-credit-earning/Tarifas: https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/04/trump-trade-tariffs-republicans-reaction-00210708

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episódio de férias, convidei o Bruno Batista (Senior Manager), Diogo Sá (Manager) e Luís Carvalho (Manager) para uma conversa sobre inteligência artificial e como aplicar e implementar isto em qualquer empresa.Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠)Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠ https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠

@Geo George from @Mayfly Ventures discusses the innovative approach of his venture studio, focusing on investing in both new and existing businesses. He emphasizes the importance of navigating uncertainty in the startup world and how AI can serve as a transformative tool for businesses. The conversation also highlights the value of 'boring businesses' and how they can be revitalized through technology and strategic partnerships. Geo shares insights on successful ventures in hospitality and MedTech, and offers practical advice for small businesses looking to leverage AI for growth."We're aiming to do things 2% better, but thousands of times."TakeawaysMayfly Ventures focuses on the intersection of strategy, creativity, and technology.The venture studio model increases the chances of success for new startups.Navigating uncertainty is a key aspect of the startup mindset.AI can enhance business processes and drive efficiency.Boring businesses often hold significant value and potential for growth.Successful ventures often stem from deep domain expertise and understanding of customer needs.The integration of AI into business processes is crucial for staying competitive.Small businesses can leverage AI for customer service and marketing.Documentation and understanding of business processes can lead to meaningful improvements.Investors are increasingly interested in businesses that can demonstrate execution capability."Boring businesses are great businesses."Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Mayfly Ventures and GA George02:50 - The Venture Studio Model: Investing in New and Existing Businesses06:01 - Navigating Uncertainty: The Startup Mindset08:50 - The Role of AI in Business Transformation11:53 - Boring Businesses: The Hidden Gems of Investment15:02 - Case Studies: Successful Ventures in Hospitality and MedTech18:11 - Practical Steps for Small Businesses to Leverage AI21:09 - Conclusion: Embracing Change and Innovation@michael kerr@kerr capital   Thanks for listening. Visit the Small Business Banter website to subscribe, listen back, or check out any resources or information mentioned on the show. Search @SmallBusinessBanter on your favorite podcast player to subscribe and listen to the episodes. Reach out to Michael Kerr via the website if you need personal assistance or advice for your small business. michael.kerr@kerrcapital.com.au www.smallbusinessbanter.com.au

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste episodio fomos a vários temas: desde o que vai acontecer às moedas de 1 cêntimo, até a carne em laboratório passando por carros elétricosPor último, um update sobre as notícias de AI que mais abalaram a semana.Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠⁠10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠⁠)Post2Pod:⁠⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠⁠Links:OpenAI Roadmap: https://x.com/sama/status/1889755723078443244ROOST: https://www.theverge.com/news/609367/roblox-discord-openai-google-roost-online-safety-tools?_bhlid=591824b9a91a60be2bdd2d03d580764ef90138ecCentimos:DOGE: https://particle.news/story/elon-musks-doge-website-hacked-days-after-launch-exposing-security-flawsNissan e Honda:BYD: https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/11/byd-to-offer-tesla-like-driver-assist-even-on-its-cheapest-models/Perplexity: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/aravind-srinivas-16051987_excited-to-introduce-the-perplexity-deep-activity-7296250737288785921-gJEB/Carne em lab: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/feb/06/uk-pets-at-home-world-first-lab-grown-meat-dog-treatsMIstral: https://mistral.ai/en/news/mistral-sabaNYT: https://www.theverge.com/news/613989/new-york-times-internal-ai-tools-echoGuia de Prompting: https://platform.openai.com/docs/guides/reasoning-best-practicesGrok 3: https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1gqGvjeBljOGB

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em portuguêsNeste falei sobre as economias de um dos eventos mais mediáticos dos USA: o Super Bowl (a final da NFL). Fiz um update às tarifas de Donald Trump e ao impacto da DOGE no governo Americano.Por último, um update sobre as notícias de AI que mais abalaram a semana.Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar:⁠⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠⁠10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠⁠)Post2Pod:⁠⁠https://post2pod.com⁠⁠Newsletter:⁠⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠⁠Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhemDoações: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠⁠Site:⁠⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠⁠Links:AI Summit: https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/details-110-billion-euros-investment-pledges-frances-ai-summit-2025-02-10/ e https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/paris-ai-summit-draws-world-leaders-ceos-eager-technology-wave-2025-02-10/ e https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/11/in-paris-jd-vance-skewers-eu-ai-rules-lauds-us-tech-supremacy/Mistral: https://chat.mistral.ai/chatFutebol vs NFL: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6118354/2025/02/07/world-cup-2026-soccer-advertising-super-bowl/Bilhetes NFL: https://apnews.com/article/super-bowl-ticket-prices-2025-stubhub-6d0af6e063e19bceda19b8cc4e9e7e53Elon Musk DOGE: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/03/us/politics/musk-federal-government.html e https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/us/politics/elon-musk-doge-federal-payments-system.html e https://www.theverge.com/elon-musk/609164/auto-draftElon Musk vs OpenAI: https://techcrunch.com/2025/02/10/these-are-the-investors-funding-musks-97-billion-openai-takeover-attempt/

In this episode, we dive deep into the Venture Studio model with Amelie, discussing the varied and often misunderstood landscape of venture studios. Emily explains how their unique approach involves de-risking ideas internally before partnering with an entrepreneurial community to launch startups. The conversation expands into the nuances of their recently closed $80 million Climate Fund, which focuses on leveraging software and business model innovations to solve critical adoption challenges in the climate tech space. Emily shares insights on addressing macro climate problems, the importance of rigorous customer discovery, and navigating the evolving competitive landscape. Listeners also gain a glimpse into the strategic thought process behind their investments and the future of climate-focused ventures

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em português Neste falamos sobre as tarifas impostas (e removidas) por Donald Trump aos seus vizinhos: como funcionam, quem impactam e a razão da sua aplicação Adicionalmente, abordamos uma série de notícias sobre AI e novidades relacionadas Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar: ⁠https://laikaventures.co⁠ 10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (⁠https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN⁠) Post2Pod: ⁠https://post2pod.com⁠ Newsletter: ⁠https://shutdown.substack.com⁠ Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhem Doações: ⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast⁠ Site: ⁠https://shutdownpod.com⁠ Links: Tariffs: https://www.ft.com/content/f0970c34-715e-4afb-82ec-30022ec3fb44 e https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/01/trump-tariffs-explainer-mexico-canada-china Deep Research: https://openai.com/index/introducing-deep-research/ ChatGPT Gov: https://openai.com/global-affairs/introducing-chatgpt-gov/ OpenAI Japan: https://apnews.com/article/ai-softbank-openai-technology-7abf34541acc2d48bd58dff2a73d9e6f Glovo: https://www.jornaldenegocios.pt/economia/emprego/lei-laboral/detalhe/glovo-anuncia-em-espanha-que-vai-passar-a-contratar-os-estafetas-decisao-nao-vai-afetar-portugal Espanha 37.5h: https://eco.sapo.pt/2025/02/04/espanha-prepara-reducao-da-semana-de-trabalho-para-375-horas/

John Morgan joins Mariah Parsons on Retention Chronicles. John transitioned to e-commerce by co-founding Seed Health, inspired by the microbiome's potential. He later founded Venice Ventures, an incubator for e-commerce, software, and services. John now leads Pelagic, a supply chain service aimed at brand builders. He discussed the challenges of supply chain management, emphasizing the importance of asking hard questions and avoiding over-bundling. John highlighted the impact of tariffs and AI on procurement, and stressed the need for transparency and sustainability. He also noted that stockouts and recalls can harm customer retention, advocating for proactive quality controls. Episode Timestamps 2:08 The Science of the Microbiome and Seed Health John shares how his interest in the microbiome led him to Seed Health. He describes the potential of bacteria and how it resonated with him similarly to space exploration. Seed Health offered him the opportunity to build the entire supply chain from scratch. 6:06 Venture Studio and Pelagic John discusses the growth of Seed Health and his transition to Venture Studio. He explains the launch of Venice Ventures and the opportunity to solve problems in consumer product companies. John highlights the impact of AI on their venture studio and his current role as CEO of Pelagic. Mariah Parsons asks John to provide an overview of Pelagic for the listeners. 7:36 Introduction to Pelagic and Supply Chain Challenges John explains the unique problems of manufacturing physical goods and the impact of COVID-19 on supply chains. He shares his experience tracking the pandemic's effects on Seed Health's supply chain. John emphasizes the lack of expert resources and solutions for supply chain challenges. Pelagic aims to provide a white glove service for brand builders with supply chain needs. 9:11 Modernizing Supply Chain Processes Mariah Parsons and John discuss how brands approach modernizing their supply chain processes. John highlights the importance of understanding the standard market rates for supply chain costs. He explains the challenges founders face in finding the right suppliers and the role of middlemen. John emphasizes the need for founders to ask hard questions and seek objective evaluations. 10:29 In-house vs. Outsourced Manufacturing John discusses the benefits and challenges of in-house versus outsourced manufacturing. He shares examples of clients transitioning from in-house to outsourced manufacturing. John explains the importance of selecting the right partners and managing supply chain costs. He highlights the need for founders to balance cost savings with maintaining product quality. 26:56 Trends in Procurement and Supply Chain John discusses the impact of tariffs and the importance of having backup plans. He highlights the role of AI in improving supply chain efficiency and reducing costs. John emphasizes the need for founders to stay proactive and adapt to changing market conditions. He shares Pelagic's approach to integrating sustainability and ethical practices into supply chains. 31:47 Retention and Supply Chain Optimization John explains how supply chain optimization impacts customer retention. He discusses the importance of maintaining product availability and avoiding stockouts. John highlights the risks of recalls and the need for proactive quality controls. He emphasizes the role of packaging and product quality in customer experience and retention. 38:23 Sustainability and Supply Chain Innovation John discusses the importance of sustainability and ethical practices in supply chains. He shares Pelagic's efforts to integrate sustainable solutions and transparency. John highlights the challenges founders face in balancing cost savings with sustainability. He emphasizes the potential for innovation in in-sourced manufacturing and sustainable practices. Podcast website: retentionchroniclespodcast.com Sponsor website: gomalomo.com

Mais um episódio de Shutdown, o vosso podcast de negócios e tecnologia em português Desta vez sobre uma das semanas mais tumultuosas no mercado de AI. Falamos sobre o Stargate, o DeepSeek e o seu impacto, o Operator e uma série de outras notícias. Laika Ventures, um Venture Studio dedicado a ajudar empreendedores a construir as suas Startups com AI. Vejam no link como é que a equipa vos pode ajudar: https://laikaventures.co 10% desconto One Month PM com o código SHUTDOWN (https://onemonthpm.com/join-membership/SHUTDOWN) Post2Pod: https://post2pod.com Newsletter: https://shutdown.substack.com Subscrevam, deixem uma review e partilhem Doações: ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/shutdownpodcast Site: https://shutdownpod.com Links: Stargate: https://openai.com/index/announcing-the-stargate-project/ DeepSeek: https://www.axios.com/2025/01/28/deepseek-ai-markets-chat-gpt e https://venturebeat.com/ai/open-source-deepseek-r1-uses-pure-reinforcement-learning-to-match-openai-o1-at-95-less-cost/ Meta: https://www.datacenterknowledge.com/data-center-construction/zuckerberg-says-meta-to-spend-up-to-65b-on-ai Operator: https://openai.com/index/introducing-operator/?utm_source=www.therundown.ai&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=openai-s-first-ai-agent-arrives&_bhlid=e4dd9699d84f4a4efb752595b6d3d4d70c22d638 Tasks: https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/14/24343528/openai-chatgpt-repeating-tasks-agent-ai Perplexity: https://x.com/perplexity_ai/status/1882466239123255686 BiblioLED: https://expresso.pt/cultura/Livros/2025-01-27-ebooks-e-audiobooks-com-acesso-gratuito-em-nova-plataforma-das-bibliotecas-publicas-biblioled-arranca-esta-segunda-feira-1336e248 Netflix: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/21/netflix-nflx-earnings-q4-2024.html

In this episode, we sit down with John Tabis, Partner and Head of Launchpad at M13 Venture Studio. John shares his journey from founding and scaling The Bouqs Company to becoming a key leader at M13, where he helps visionary founders create companies that define the future of business. We dive into John's unique approach to entrepreneurship, the lessons learned from his time at The Walt Disney Company and Bain & Co., and his current role as an educator at UCLA Anderson, teaching the next generation of entrepreneurs. Host: Jake Aaron Villarreal, leads the top AI Recruitment Firm in Silicon Valley www.matchrelevant.com, uncovering stories of funded startups and goes behinds to scenes to tell their founders journey.  If you are growing AI Startup or have a great story to tell, email us at: jake.villarreal@matchrelevant.com  

“Treat packaging like your entire marketing funnel—it's a billboard, an ad, and a welcome series.” Shane Pittson, Co-Founder of So and So Venture Studio and former VP of Growth & Marketing (and first employee) at quip, joins Krystina Rubino on Growth Talks to dive into how incremental testing, creative optimization, and customer-centric strategies drove quip's transformation from a DTC startup to a retail powerhouse. In this episode, Shane discusses the surprising success of early channels like Pinterest and audio, why “creative is the new targeting,” and how treating packaging like an entire marketing funnel helped bridge the gap between retail customers and brand support. He also shares valuable insights for early-stage founders on prioritizing product-market fit and testing smartly to avoid costly mistakes.

Department of Veterans Affairs Chief of Innovation, Dr. Indra Sandal, tells the story of how she became a U.S. citizen, why she was drawn to work with veterans and what led to her work to bring new innovations to VA health care. Dr. Sandal talks about how her work led to VA rideshare programs with Uber and Lyft. She also talks about VA's collaboration with MIT – the Veterans Health Hackathon – which strives to design solutions to the top challenges facing veteran health care, including mental health and veteran suicide. Special Guest: Dr. Indra Sandal.

Produced by Foundersuite (for startups: www.foundersuite.com) and Fundingstack (for VCs: www.fundingstack.com), "How I Raised It" goes behind the scenes with startup founders and investors who have raised capital. This episode is with with Matthew Burris of Venture Studio Associates, a firm that helps other firms design and launch venture studios. See https://venturestudioassociates.com/ for more info. In this episode we go DEEP into Venture Studios and Startup Studios. We talk about the two main types of studios and how they differ, how to evaluate a studio as a founder, what venture studios look for in entrepreneurs, the different types of studio business models, how to raise capital for a venture studio, what are several of the most successful venture studios and more. How I Raised It is produced by Foundersuite, makers of software to raise capital and manage investor relations. Foundersuite's customers have raised over $17 Billion since 2016. If you are a startup, create a free account at www.foundersuite.com. If you are a VC or investment banker, check out our new platform, www.fundingstack.com

“Further, Faster.” Rachel Shepphard, Director of Ventures for Mars Pet Care, shares how the Leap Venture Studio & Academy ignites impactful growth for pet care startups.7 out of 10 US households have a pet, with 97% considering the pet a part of the family - which explains the $320+ billion global pet care market (predicted to get to $500bn by 2030). In this episode, we discuss the future of pet care, exciting startups, and new technologies, as well as how to find adjacent and emerging opportunities and the value of holding frameworks lightly in the fast-moving world of innovation.

Adrian ist Mitgründer und CEO von Merantix, einem Investment- und Venture-Studio für Künstliche Intelligenz, das seit 2016 in über 10 AI-Unternehmen investiert und diese mit aufgebaut hat. Zudem ist er Initiator des AI Campus in Berlin, einem zentralen Hub für die Community der Künstlichen Intelligenz in Europa. Adrian ist seit über 20 Jahren als Serienunternehmer und Investor tätig und hat in dieser Zeit zahlreiche Unternehmen gegründet, darunter DeinDeal, eines der größten E-Commerce-Unternehmen der Schweiz, das er erfolgreich an Ringier verkauft hat. In dieser Episode sprechen Adrian und ich über die realen Risiken und Chancen der Künstlichen Intelligenz, warum er glaubt, dass nach den Revolutionen von Dampf, Elektrizität und Computertechnologie nun mit AI ein neues Zeitalter für die Menschheit eingeläutet wird, und welche Herausforderungen uns bei technologischem Fortschritt in unserer Gesellschaft erwarten. Kapitel (00:00) Einführung: Wer ist Adrian Locher? (03:02) Warum Adrian früh ins Unternehmertum einstieg (07:52) Warum Künstliche Intelligenz Adrians Fokus wurde (12:25) Der aktuelle Stand der Künstlichen Intelligenz (13:35) Stecken wir in einer AI-Blase? (17:33) AI vs. Kryptowährungen: Ein Vergleich (19:26) Die Technologie-Ebenen der Künstlichen Intelligenz (27:09) OpenAI & ChatGPT: Die Revolution des Nutzer-Interfaces (31:27) Die Zukunft von ChatGPT und ähnlichen Tools (37:55) Risiken und Herausforderungen von Künstlicher Intelligenz (43:00) Technologischer Fortschritt: Wo liegen die Probleme? (52:35) Die realen Risiken von AI: Was uns wirklich bedroht (57:00) Spannende Anwendungen von AI im Alltag (01:09:21) Adrian's Challenge Ressourcen - EO (Entrepreneurs' Organization) - https://hub.eonetwork.org - AI Campus Berlin - https://www.merantix-aicampus.com - DeinDeal - https://www.deindeal.ch - Merantix Webseite - https://www.merantix.com - Cambrium, AI für neue Materialien - https://www.cambrium.bio - Vara, AI für Brustkrebs Erkennung - https://www.vara.ai - Merantix Portofolio Startups - https://www.merantix.com/portfolio

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Eric Boduch of Venture Studio 24 and Up and Revcast joins Nick to discuss Scaling Unicorn Pendo, When to Hire Your First Sales Leader, How To Construct a Team Pre and Post PMF, and How to Balance Stretch vs. Strain. In this episode we cover: Pendo's Origin, Product Development, and Customer Acquisition Product Market Fit, Growth Strategies and Team Composition for Early-Stage SaaS Startups Hiring and Company Culture at a Fast-Growing Startup Building and Optimizing Revenue Organizations - Metrics and Assumptions AI's Impact on Software, Dashboarding and Agent Orchestration Guest Links: Eric's LinkedIn Eric's Twitter/X Revcast LinkedIn Revcast Website Pendo Website The hosts of The Full Ratchet are Nick Moran and Nate Pierotti of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter. Are you a founder looking for your next investor? Visit our free tool VC-Rank and we'll send a list of potential investors right to your inbox!

In the Pit Podcast with Cody SchneiderBrought to you by...Swell AI: Content Repurposing Powered by AI - https://www.swellai.com/Drafthorse AI: Programmatic SEO powered by AI - https://www.drafthorseai.com/Landing Cat: AI Powered Programmatic SEO for eCommerce - https://www.drafthorseai.com/---SummaryIn this episode, Will Nelson discusses his experiences as an entrepreneur-in-residence at Tiny and his current venture, 64 Stories, which helps founders create social content. The conversation covers various strategies for B2B marketing, including the power of podcasts and newsletters in building audience relationships. They explore innovative ways to repurpose content, create media leverage, and establish thought leadership within niche markets.---Key Takeaway Timestamps:(03:37) The venture studio model can be attractive to entrepreneurs by reducing risk, but it's more suitable for cash flow-focused businesses rather than those needing significant funding.(10:22) Doing free work for potential clients who have access to your target customers can be an effective strategy to gain business.(16:08) Creating a podcast or newsletter for a specific niche can quickly establish thought leadership and provide direct access to potential customers.(26:30) Repurposing content across multiple platforms and formats can maximize reach and engagement with minimal additional effort.(35:12) Analyzing popular content in your target market can provide inspiration for creating high-performing content of your own.---Host LinksPersonal email newsletter - https://investorupdate.beehiiv.com/subscribehttps://twitter.com/codyschneiderxxhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/codyxschneider/https://codyschneider.com/https://inthepitpodcast.com/---Guest Linkshttps://www.64stories.co/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrwillnelson/https://x.com/MrWillNelson

Montauk Climate is a venture studio that launches and grows startups in the mobility, adaptation, energy, decarbonization, and sustainability sectors. Evan is a serial founder, power trader, board member, and investor with 20 years in the energy sector, including roles as Head of Venture Investing at Riverstone, a $40B energy investment and infrastructure firm. In this episode, you'll learn these four important takeaways and much more. How a venture studio works How he incentivizes experienced corporate executives to help build and lead the startups they launch Why compute is the current of the future, and how AI could be using 10% of global power in the years to come Why adaptive insurance using IFTT parametric functions is needed in a future disrupted by climate change

In this episode, Tim Lucas at The NeuroTech Institute and Duane Mancini discuss why Universities have historically struggled to commercialize innovation, the Broad Institute, how he modeled the NeuroTech Institute after it, achieving clinical adoption, and so much more. Tim Lucas LinkedIn The NeuroTech Institute Website Duane Mancini LinkedIn Project Medtech LinkedIn Project Medtech Website

Danny Matthews is a branding expert with a big vision to solve the world's biggest problems with creative design and brand strategy. Among his accolades he has been featured in the Huffington Post, BBC Radio, the FSB's First Voice and has shared a stage with Facebook and Google. In 2019, Danny founded Short Story Ventures, a Venture Studio that helps early-stage founders build a fundable startup brand, gain traction and get to market successfully. Check out ⁠⁠Inside Seaweed Newsletter⁠⁠! Just one short email per month, no spam and you can cancel at any time. If you'd like to give it a try, head over to ⁠⁠insideseaweed.com ⁠⁠ Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:11 - Setting the Scene: Building a Fundable Brand 00:01:26 - What is a Fundable Brand? 00:03:00 - Key Considerations in Setting Up a Brand 00:04:00 - The Concept of Pitching 00:05:00 - Effective Networking Pitches 00:08:00 - Example of an Introductory Pitch 00:10:00 - The BIO Framework: Brand, Investor, Origin Story 00:12:00 - Crafting an Investor Story 00:13:00 - Crafting a Brand Story 00:14:00 - Neuroscience of Buying Decisions 00:17:00 - Common Pitfalls in Building a Brand 00:19:00 - Importance of Obsessing Over the Problem 00:21:00 - Problem-Solution Fit vs. Product-Market Fit 00:23:00 - Traction: Data Plus a Promise 00:24:00 - Guidelines for Crafting the Right Story 00:26:00 - Storytelling Framework: Hero, Problem, Guide 00:28:00 - Real-Life Example: Cold Water Thermometer 00:31:00 - Role of Sustainability in Product Development 00:33:00 - Insights from the Mushroom Industry 00:36:00 - Tactical Advice for Brand Building 00:38:00 - Closing Remarks and Contact InformationUseful Links: Danny Matthews on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter Short Story Venture: Website Get in touch Inside Seaweed's host Fed DeGobbi on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, Instagram or by emailing him directly at fed@insideseaweed.com - Please send in your feedback: what do you want to hear more or less of? Any suggestions? Would love to hear what you think!

In this episode you will learn:00:00 Introduction to Corporate Entrepreneurship00:34 Introducing Sebastien Picard and xcube01:08 Understanding Venture Studios02:10 xcube's Unique Approach02:42 The Corporate Venture Portfolio Equity Model05:40 Real-World Applications and Examples06:50 Challenges and Solutions in Financial Inclusion10:27 The Role of Ecosystems in Innovation13:24 Benefits for Startups, Investors, and Corporations18:15 The CVPE Model: A New Investment Class29:13 Psychological Support for Entrepreneurs32:40 Measuring Success and Future Evolution39:33 Conclusion and Next Steps for xcubeAboutSebastien Picard is a seasoned entrepreneur known for his expertise in early-stage innovative ventures.Sebastien has a proven track record of launching and growing multiple successful businesses across Asia, North America and Europe. His relentless determination, visionary and strategic mindset, and humility set him apart as a business leader.Sebastien founded xcube in 2023, xcube is a Singapore based corporate venture studio specialises in building ventures through a unique ecosystem approach.Established from Sebastien's entrepreneurial insights and brought to life by a talented core team, xcube embodies his vision and entrepreneurial experiences, paving the way for innovative ventures to thrive.

Today, I'm joined by Osman Khan, co-founder & CEO of Squared Circles, a venture studio for health and wellness brands. Squared Circles redesigns everyday products to be better for people and planet. Pushing innovation, its portfolio includes MUDWTR and Algae Cooking Club. In this episode, we discuss the company's approach to ideating, validating, and launching consumer products. We also cover: • Using science and AI to vet ideas • Building for the conscious consumer • Untapped opportunities within wellness Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Squared Circle's Website: https://squaredcircles.com/ Squared Circle's IG: https://www.instagram.com/squaredcirclesco/ Squared Circle's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/squared-circles/ -   The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart workout solutions for fitness and health facilities.  Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (02:12) Squared Circle Venture Studio Overview (04:32) Principles and Focus of Squared Circles (06:08) Challenges and Strategies in Building Consumer Products (11:00) The Role of AI and Science in Innovation (15:20) Talent Acquisition and Operator Involvement (17:38) Go-to-Market Strategies and Scaling (23:45) Lessons Learned and Course Corrections (31:17) Future Trends and Opportunities in Health and Wellness (34:33) Conclusion

In this episode, Rashel Hariri dives into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship with Eva Chan, an accomplished entrepreneur, angel investor, and strategic advisor. Eva is the Founder of Launch Pop, an early-stage launch lab for consumer brands based in Los Angeles. Eva details her experience as a first-time founder, the challenging choice to leave the business she had invested so much in, and her journey to build the 7-figure business model she has today. Rashel and Eva, both seasoned marketers, discuss the path to achieving product-market fit for brands, securing funding, and the future of ecommerce and venture capital. In this episode, we cover: (03:00) Eva's journey from designer to marketer and entrepreneur. (08:33) Launching a subscription sampling business to meet the needs of CPG brands. (12:37) The shady side of the business, accidentally discovering that her male co-founders had double her amount of equity. (22:21) Navigating tough conversations, planning an exit strategy, and preparing for the future. (26:32) Helping her first client launch a Korean-inspired hydration drink and gaining confidence to build her 7-figure venture studio. (29:35) Digging deep into Launch Pop's four areas of expertise and their role in driving success for consumer brands. (34:44) Strategies for cultivating deal flow as an agency, consultant, and freelancer. (36:52) Observations on the evolving e-commerce landscape and strategies for building consumer brands poised for growth. (38:16) Insights into Eva's criteria as an angel investor in today's market. (39:45) Exploring Eva's personal money mindset and her investment portfolio management approach. Let's Keep In Touch: Newsletter:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shesinteresting-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@shesinterestingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@shesinterestingpodcast⁠ ⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠shesinteresting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shes-interesting-podcast Here's how to keep in touch with Eva: https://www.linkedin.com/in/echandesigns/ https://www.launchpop.com/ Music Credits Intro music: Lifeline by Kaleido

Is creating a successful startup more about the product or the connection with your customers? This intriguing question sets the stage for a highly informative episode where we unpack the complex relationship between startups, customer engagement, and the transformative impact of purpose-driven branding with guest expert Brian Mac Mahon.Brian, with a wealth of experience from nurturing nearly 300 startups at ExpertDojo, shares his foresight on overcoming the biases that plague the startup ecosystem. His global perspective and involvement in the early stages of startup development provide a unique lens through which we can examine the keys to building a sustainable and emotionally resonant business.This episode is a condensed guide for both budding and established entrepreneurs on the vitality of customer relationships, the strategic use of outreach tools, and the untapped potential of blockchain technology. Brian's wisdom is not just theoretical; it's backed by stories of real-world successes and failures, making it an essential listen for anyone looking to fine-tune their entrepreneurial approach and secure a competitive edge in the marketplace. To get the latest from Brian Mac Mahon, you can follow him below!LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmacmahon2/https://expertdojo.com/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

Accelerator, Incubator, Venture Capital, Venture Studio? There are a lot of ways to get a new startup off the ground. Ben Yoskovitz, founding partner at Highline Beta, joins Barry O'Reilly on this episode of the Unlearn Podcast to talk about exactly that, and Ben shares insights into the world of venture studios, discussing his journey from founding Year One Labs, a venture studio before there were venture studios, to establishing Highline Beta. Ben's expertise in creating and scaling startups provides a unique perspective on the dynamics of venture studios and the strategies for success in the startup ecosystem. Trend Towards More StartupsYou always learn the most from failure, and in sharing the difficulties he had with Standout Jobs in the late 2000's, Ben highlights the importance of building things that people actually want. By applying Lean Startup principles and working with some incredible entrepreneurs, what he was really doing was learning how to build products and companies more effectively. Failure after failure isn't fun, but being willing to share what you learn can help you create something incredible. “Founders do need to hear from other founders. you know, sometimes you need a shoulder to lean on,” Ben says, “and that might not be a blog post, or a podcast, that might be actually talking to another human.” Understanding the Inflection PointsHow do you make an entrepreneur panic? Tell them they're locked into a single idea for 25 years. Barry notes that “this idea of pursuing multiple ideas in different domains, but doing it in parallel…” lets the multi-passionate and the multi-skilled create value. Ben talks about the difficulty in working with corporate partners and investors when building startups, because they're not speaking the same language, and the same challenges keep happening again and again - this was the impetus to find a better way to create new companies. The same challenges kept happening at the same inflection points, which means it can be systematized.Scaling a Venture StudioBen talks about the challenges and strategies involved in scaling a venture studio, emphasizing the need for effective people management and business model refinement. He reflects on his own experiences and acknowledges the importance of recognizing strengths and weaknesses in leadership roles. Ben discusses the evolution of Highline Beta and the considerations involved in scaling the business, including generating revenue, hiring the right talent, and defining the future direction of the studio. "I think studios are meant to create shortcuts for founders. Not in a bad way, but give me the shortcut tools to validate faster, get to market faster, raise capital faster, recruit a team faster." This can make all the difference for a new startup.Specialization in Venture StudiosBen and Barry discuss the trend of specialization in venture studios, with Ben highlighting the emergence of more specialized studios focusing on specific industries or markets. He emphasizes the potential benefits of vertical venture studios, where the playbooks are standardized and refined for targeted sectors. Ben envisions a future where studios become experts in niche areas, leveraging their experience to create value and drive better outcomes for startups. The conversation explores the concept of hyper-focused studios and the impact of specialization on the startup ecosystem. Ben makes a prediction: "I think we will see more specialized studios so that the systems that the studio is building and the playbooks are refined and refined and refined."Resources:Ben Yoskovitz on LinkedInHighline BetaLean Analytics

تواصل معنا ضيفنا ريادي أعمال سعودي بارز ومؤسس ورئيس تنفيذي لشركة VMS (Value Makers Studio)، وسيشاركنا في هذا اللقاء الكثير من تاجربه وخبراته في عالم الإستثمار والتكنولوجيا وتأسيس وبناء وتطوير شركات ناجحة مع الكثير من الدروس المهمه مثل: العاطفة وعلاقتها بإتخاذ القرار أهمية تعلم التفاوض القدرة على إختيار الفريق دراسة السوق قبل الدخول فيه أهمية دراسة المشاريع قبل الإستثمار تنمية الولاء عند الموظفين أهمية الفصل بين العمل والحياة الشخصية ضيف الحلقة معتز أبو عنق - أبو البراء مؤسس Studio VMS موضوعات في الحلقة: المقدمة 00:00:00 عن معتز أبو عنق 00:03:34 ما قبل الدخول في التجارة 00:06:00 أهمية تعلم التفاوض 00:08:45 بناء الولاء إتجاه المؤسسة 00:49:36 ما هو الـ Venture Studio 00:56:02 الفرق بين الـ Venture Studio والحاضنة 01:03:28 الفكرة أم الفريق 01:32:16Support the Show.رعاة بودكاست بزنس بالعربي:

Webrock Ventures är en svensk venture studio, grundad 2018, som exporterar framgångsrika svenska affärsmodeller och teknikbolag till Brasilien. Tillsammans med etablerade svenska teknikbolag, skapar Webrock Ventures ”joint ventures” och uppnår en betydande konkurrensfördel i Brasiliens snabbväxande digitala industri. På måndag gästas vi av deras grymma och smarta medgrundare Joakim Pops för att diskutera vidare och lära oss mer om venture studios.  Glöm inte prenumerera och följ oss på instagram

Gerald was working non-stop trying to gain traction for his entrepreneurial startup when he took hold of God's promise of peace found in Philippians 4:7. He prayed for that peace and immediately received it, in overwhelming measure. Then he thought, “If God can give me peace like this, I wonder if He can give me wisdom too?” So, he prayed for wisdom according to James 1:5 and within 30 days, God showed him what he needed for his entrepreneurial venture to take off. That was just the beginning of Gerald's journey into the incredible power of believing God's promises in His word. Special Guest: Gerald Duran.

Focus on innovation that addresses high-demand and high-liquidity channels for greater impact. In this episode, Dr. Martin Gershon delves into the importance of investing in oral health, especially in its early stages, highlighting the challenges faced by investors and the need for a thematically constrained approach to success. He emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and a focus on innovation that integrates into larger systemic problems and advocates for innovation in the oral and systemic health medicine field to create effective wellness approaches for patients.  Tune in and learn how you can contribute to bridging the gap between medicine and dentistry for better healthcare outcomes! Resources: Learn more about Martin Alexander Gershon here. Learn more about Endeavor on their LinkedIn and visit their website!

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In this episode of The Rising Tide Startups, we chat with Taylor Black, a dynamic entrepreneur whose roots trace back to high school ventures and now extend into the innovative ecosystem of Microsoft's venture studio. Taylor's narrative is woven from his formative years launching a B2B SaaS enterprise during his legal studies, to his strategic role in shepherding early-stage companies towards market success such as Conduit Venture Labs and Fizzy Ventures. Whether he's sharing the nuts and bolts of product development or recounting the strategic pivot of Altis.io, an AI platform, Taylor's story is a masterclass in business acumen and adaptability.   Taylor Black is a Seattle-based entrepreneur and intrapreneur with an impressive tech industry track record. He currently works in Microsoft's internal Venture Studio. He  also mentors startups through Fizzy Ventures, and founded Altis.io, an AI platform designed to support user researchers.   Here are the key takeaways from the conversation:   The Intrapreneurial Edge is the use of entrepreneurial skills to promote change, new initiatives, and innovation within a corporation. Venture Capital and Angel Investing Insights are essential for entrepreneurs and startups to understand the workings of financing startups and fast-growing businesses by providing knowledge on investment mechanics, capital accessibility, networking prospects, market validation, and risk mitigation strategies. Angel investing is no longer just for the wealthy. Sweat equity and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) allow smaller investors to participate. Online platforms and crowdfunding democratize venture capital and broaden access to investment opportunities. This fosters a more inclusive investment landscape. Three things serve as critical factors in assessing a startup's potential: The Team: Passionate and committed individuals who strongly desire to put energy into their venture. The Problem: A deep understanding of a significant, meaty problem that the team is in love with, rather than being fascinated with their solution. The Solution: The team must have the capability to build a viable solution to the problem they've identified. They should have a conceptual understanding and practical know-how or a clear path to developing a solution that addresses the problem effectively. Listen to the full conversation here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingtidestartups Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-tide-startups/id1330525474 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2eq7unl70TRPsBhjLEsNZR   Connect with Taylor: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blacktaylor/ Altis.io: https://www.altis.io/ Conduit Venture Labs: https://www.conduitventurelabs.com/ Fizzy Ventures: https://fizzy.ventures/   Please leave us an honest rating on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Podcasts. Shoutout to our Great Sponsor:  Naviqus Virtual Services - Hassle-free administrative support services that are efficient, affordable, and tailored to your needs. Check out https://naviqus.com  now to jumpstart your business for 2024!

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At 18, Shegun moved to Birmingham Alabama to escape violence surrounding him in Nigeria. Two decades later, he sold Therapy Brands for $1.25 Billion — one of the largest exits in Alabama history.In addition, Shegun has been recognized as EY's Entrepreneur of the Year and the Aspen Institute's Henry Crown Fellow. Shegun is now the CEO of Copysmith AI and the Founder and CEO of Harmony Venture Labs. This conversation covers Shegun's story of building Therapy Brands and the lessons learned along the way. We also get into Shegun's goals for the coming years.Chapters:00:00:00 - Balancing Entrepreneurship and Being an Employee

This week we're bringing you a very special rewind show from the Fintech Insider archives. Hosted by Benjamin Ensor and joined by some very special guests from Allica bank, Anthemis and This Week in Fintech, the show asked the question: How should we measure success in fintech?' In a period where valuations are tumbling, we're seeing fintechs either get bought out entirely or sadly have to shutter their doors, we're examining whether valuation and customer numbers are the best measure of success for fintech. Should we be paying more attention to profitability or the problems they are solving for their home markets? Or are there even success metrics we haven't thought of at all? This is as highly relevant a discussion now as it was almost a year ago when we first had it, perhaps even more so. This week's guests include: Katie Palenscar, Managing Director & Global Head of Venture Studio, Anthemis Nik Milanović, Editor, This Week In Fintech Richard Davies, CEO, Allica Bank Come and see the show LIVE at our Fintech Insider: After Dark event on 20th September in London's Village Underground. Grab your tickets here (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/11fs-fintech-insider-presents-after-dark-underground-london-registration-690897582267?aff=oddtdtcreator). Fintech Insider by 11:FS is a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all things finance, banking, technology, and financial services. Our expert hosts, with real industry experience, are joined by the biggest decision-makers, VCs, and reporters from across financial services including guests from Visa, Nubank, M-Pesa, Techcrunch, Starling, and JP Morgan Chase to discuss the latest news, developments, and trends within the industry. Our weekly news show drops every Monday and tackles the biggest news stories, from acquisitions and launches, to regulatory changes and innovation. Then, every Friday our Insights show dives deeper into the hottest topics shaping the industry like web3 and BNPL. Whether you're already immersed in the world of financial services, or just keen to learn more, this is the #1 podcast for you. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and please leave a review Follow us on Twitter: @fintechinsiders where you can ask the hosts questions, or email podcasts@11fs.com! Special Guests: Katie Palencsar, Nik Milanović, and Richard Davies.

In this episode, Eric talks with Chris Minor and Ajay Nwosu. With a wealth of experience in the fitness, wellness, and sports technology industry, Chris and Ajay share their unique backgrounds and insights. Chris details his journey from owning a sports performance center to founding COACT Capital, an angel fund that invests in fitness and sports tech startups. Ajay's unconventional path takes him from Africa to the Middle East and now to the CEO position at TEQBALL. Together, they explore the innovative concept of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), allowing smaller investors to pool resources strategically and invest in startups. Discover how Fuel Venture Studio is revolutionizing the industry by connecting founders with a network of experts, advisors, and investors, addressing the challenges startups face in their early stages. Tune in to learn about the cutting-edge technologies in AI, recovery, and regeneration that excite them about the future of fitness and wellness. Don't miss this engaging episode as Chris and Ajay highlight their strategic approach to investing and supporting startups on their journey to success.    ================== LINKS:   https://www.wrkout.com/ https://fuelventurestudio.com/home Connect with Chris Connect with Ajay