Podcasts about ventures

To the average American, the world of cryptocurrencies can be completely inscrutable. Only about 17 percent of U.S. adults say they've ever invested, traded or used crypto, according to an October Gallup poll. But that relative obscurity might be exactly why President Donald Trump and his family have gone all in on crypto. From pay-to-play memecoin dinners to billion-dollar investments in bitcoin, the Trump family now has a huge stake in a growing industry with few regulatory guardrails — and mounting conflicts of interest. Allison Morrow, a senior writer for CNN Business, tells us what the Trump family is up to and why ethics experts are waving red flags.And in headlines: The Trump administration ordered a pause on new student visa interviews, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stripped Covid vaccine recommendations for healthy children and pregnant people, and King Charles told Canada's Parliament 'that the true North is indeed strong and free' in a speech widely seen as a rebuke of President Trump.Show Notes:Check out Allison's work – www.cnn.com/profiles/allison-morrowSubscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

This episode is the second installment in the “What Is the Right?” summer series for Giving Ventures. In this series, we're exploring the different factions and flavors that make up the right side of the ideological spectrum here in this weird political moment we live in. Today, we're looking at a group that some say […]

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In this episode, Felipe Recalde (CEO of Compound Genetics and Fartech Ventures) joins today's host Jordan Youkilis (Founding Partner at KEY Investment Partners). Felipe shares his journey from South-Texas patient to multi-brand cannabis entrepreneur and investor. The conversation opens with Felipe's early home-grow experiments, his move into California cultivation, and his advocacy work on the California Growers Association board. Then, Felipe and Jordan dissect the market downturn, licensing delays, 280E taxes, and an entrenched illicit supply chain. Next, we debate what it will take for the legal market to out-compete the black market. Felipe describes his various responsibilities, including CEO of Compound Genetics and of investment firm Fartech Ventures, and CTO of OOG.Health. We cover the hunt for good cultivators and supporting “picks-and-shovels” tech . The episode closes with an outlook on federal rescheduling, hemp regulation, the MAHA movement's views on cannabis, and the emerging global market. Please enjoy the episode!

Let's be honest—most founders are chasing traction without stopping to ask: Is this still what I want to build?In this episode, I talk with Amit Garg, Managing Partner at Tau Ventures, about what it means to build a purpose-aligned business from the ground up. From launching a hospital in India to raising $86M for a venture fund, Amit shares what real alignment looks like.

Featured Guests: Jason Warner, co-founder, Poolside & former CTO, Github | Dan Magy, founder and CEO, Firestorm | Sasha Kaletsky, co-founder and managing partner, Creator Ventures | Jeff Becker, general partner, AntlerNVIDIA is doubling down on Taiwan with a new AI supercomputer and a cutting-edge headquarters, signaling big bets on the island's tech future, the Pentagon is pushing smart new tech to power autonomous drone swarms, aiming to revolutionize battlefield operations with AI-driven machines, Creator Ventures launches its second fund, securing $45M, doubling its initial fund, and Carta's Q1 2025 report reveals venture markets are experiencing a significant slowdown at the seed stage.DOWNLOAD PUBLIC: Public.com/ventureInvest in everything—stocks, options, bonds, crypto. You can even earn some of the highest yields in the industry—like the 7% or higher yield you can lock in with a Bond Account. Public is a FINRA-registered, SIPC-insured platform that takes your investments as seriously as you do. Fund your account in five minutes or less at public.com/venture and get up to $10,000 when you transfer your old portfolio.All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. The 7%+ yield is the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across all ten bonds in the Bond Account, before fees, as of 5/15/2025. A bond's yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond's YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our Fee Schedule.*Terms and Conditions apply.

In today's 40 Minute Mentor episode, we're joined by Simon Franks, multi-exited entrepreneur, Managing Partner of early-stage firm, Redbus Ventures and the Founder of Franks Family Foundation, the UK-based charitable organisation.  Simon's career has been filled with building and scaling some of the most successful businesses in Europe, including as a Founder and now Investor.  Today, he doesn't just back brilliant businesses like Perkbox and Cleo, but his main focus has been his philanthropic pursuits, through Franks Family Foundation, initiating and developing projects in South East Asia.  Tune in to today's episode to hear Simon's first-hand experience of building and scaling high-performing teams and hugely successful businesses, plus hear tons of advice on what sets great Founders apart. 

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This week, Jason is joined by former Navy Seal, entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and podcast host, Robert J. O'Neill! Robert is one of the most highly decorated combat veterans of our time. He served at Seal Team two, Seal Team four, and eight years at the legendary Seal Team six. Having taken part in leading over 400 combat missions around the world, he has decorated 53 times with honors. More notably, Robert took part in the rescue operation Red Wings, which extracted the lone survivor Marcus Latrell. He was the lead jumper for the rescue operation that saved Captain Richard Phillips and some from the Somali Pirates, and he was a team leader for Operation Neptune Spear, the mission to kill Osama Bin Laden.  In this powerful episode, Robert shares how mastering free throws opened his eyes to the power of muscle memory and the importance of setting both short- and long-term goals. He discusses how a breakup unexpectedly led him to enlist in the Navy, the rigorous journey to becoming a Navy SEAL—including the numbers behind selection, the grueling Hell Week, and the intense “drown-proofing” training designed to teach calm under pressure. Robert reflects on the critical need for adaptability, managing stress, and keeping things simple under extreme conditions. He opens up about the long-term emotional processing of his time on the SEAL team, takes us behind the scenes of the mission to find Osama Bin Laden, and shares the mindset that fueled that operation. Robert also discusses the aftermath of becoming publicly known as the man who killed Bin Laden, the financial realities faced by many in the military, and his efforts to support veterans through new initiatives. Finally, he explores the concept of the butterfly effect—and shares his perspective on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Robert reveals all this and so much more in another episode you can't afford to miss! Operatorcanna.com https://vetsolutions.org/ https://sotf.org/  Host: Jason Tartick Co-Host: David Arduin Audio: John Gurney Guest: Robert J O'Neill Stay connected with the Trading Secrets Podcast!  Instagram: @tradingsecretspodcast  Youtube: Trading Secrets Facebook: Join the Group All Access: Free 30-Day Trial  Trading Secrets Steals & Deals! Photobooth Supply Co: Weddings, parties, corporate events—photo booths are a must-have for every party! And with PHOTOBOOTH SUPPLY CO, you get the hottest photo booths, step-by-step guides, and expert one-on-one coaching to help you get up and running fast! Curious how much you could make by running your own photo booth business? Check out their FREE Profit Calculator at STARTPHOTOBOOTH.com/SECRETS  Quince: Once the temps start rising, don't get stuck in the same worn-out rotation-same tank, same shorts, same everything. Upgrade your daily uniform with Quince. Their pieces are easy, elevated, and somehow make me feel more put together without even trying. Treat your closet to a little summer glow-up with Quince. Go to Quince.com/tradingsecrets for free shipping on your order and 365 -day returns. Booking.com: Whether you're looking to earn that extra income, fill those vacant weekends, or grow your business, head over to Booking.com to see how you can get started today. The reach is global, the bookings are consistent, and the control is yours. For the bookings you've dreamed of, list your property on Booking.com 

Cyclic Materials is a Canadian cleantech company, founded in 2021, specializing in the recycling of rare earth elements (REEs) from end-of-life products such as electric vehicle motors, wind turbines, and electronic waste. Their proprietary technologies, MagCycle℠ and REEPure℠, enable the efficient recovery and purification of critical materials, contributing to a circular economy and reducing reliance on traditional mining. In 2024, the company launched its first commercial demonstration facility in Kingston, Ontario, and announced plans to invest over $20 million in a U.S. facility in Mesa, Arizona.Cyclic Materials has secured significant funding, including a $53 million Series B round with investors like BMW i Ventures and Microsoft's Climate Innovation Fund, to support its global expansion and the development of sustainable supply chains for critical materials.–Ahmad Ghahreman is a serial entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in cleantech, and one of the top hydrometallurgists in the world. He has co-invented more than 20 patents and commercialized over five technologies, focusing on transforming the rare earth elements market with sustainable, ethical solutions. In addition to his work at Cyclic, Ahmad is an early co-inventor of Jetti Resources' copper extraction technology (valued at $2.5B), and the co-designer of Li-Cycle's lithium-ion battery recycling technology (NYSE: LICY valued at over $1B). Formerly a professor at Queen's University, Ontario, Canada, he built the largest and most-funded metals extraction team in North America with over 20 graduate students. With a Ph.D. in Materials Engineering, he is a leading hydrometallurgist researcher with over 3,000 citations.--

The Shunammite woman described in 2 Kings 4, may well be the best example of what a current Vision Builders values espouse. She so highly values the word of the Lord that she begins by feeding it, then moves to supporting it, and then attaches her house to the House of the Lord. Miracles begin to flow and God's power takes residency in her home!

On this episode of the Inspiring Great Leaders Podcast, Craig Johns speaks with André Laplume about Spinout Ventures, company innovation and launching a start up. We also dive deep into developing a positive environment for creative innovations, non-competes being banned for all workers in the USA except Executives, and when to start a spinout ventures.

In this episode of The Confidence Doc, Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Kyle Hoedebecke, a Certified Physician Executive with over 20 years of experience in clinical medicine, innovation, and leadership. Dr. Hoedebecke explains what it means to be a Certified Physician Executive, the education and experience needed, and how physicians can follow unique paths into leadership roles. He also shares the personal motivations behind his journey and the steps he took to become a leader in the healthcare space.They explore general investments in healthcare and how Dr. Hoedebecke co-founded 1836 Ventures to help physicians create alternative revenue streams. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what you're investing in. The conversation also dives into AI in medicine, including the distinction between true AI and mislabeled tools, as well as the rise of new technologies that reduce reliance on medications and allow treatment without in-person visits.Key Topics Covered:What it means to be a Certified Physician ExecutiveCareer pathways for physicians in leadershipHealthcare investing and launching 1836 VenturesArtificial intelligence and tech innovation in medicinePrograms that reduce medication use and support remote careThis episode offers powerful insights into medical leadership, AI in healthcare, and the future of innovation for physicians and professionals in Houston and beyond.Follow Dr. Kyle Hoedebecke:X: @khoedebecke LinkedIn: @khoedebecke Instagram: @1836vc Email: kyle@1836-vc.comRequest your consultation here:Contact Rukmini Rednam, MD in Houston TX and The Woodlands (drrukminirednam.com)

On episode 215 of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, Hank Thomas, Managing Partner and Founder at Strategic Cyber Ventures, shares his journey from Army intelligence officer to cyber-focused venture capitalist. But the most pressing part of the conversation is his call for a structural overhaul in how the US military handles cyber operations.Thomas argues that cyber is no longer a niche; it is the starting point for modern conflict. Yet cyber capability remains fragmented across service branches, leading to inefficiencies, talent drain, and even internal competition for resources. He makes the case for a separate, fully resourced cyber force, similar to the creation of the Air Force and Space Force, to truly secure the digital domain.He also shares concerns about government overreliance on contractors in critical cyber roles, the need for agile decision-making authority during cyber operations, and why AI must be deployed responsibly to defend a fractured critical infrastructure landscape.

Michael Coates is the founding partner of Seven Hill Ventures. He has an extensive background going back to his time as Twitter's first CISO, and has held executive roles at CoinList, Mozilla and OWASP. In this episode, Coates joins host Heather Engel to discuss his experience, including making the jump from CISO to venture capitalist, how his perspective on the industry has shifted over the years, and more. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

Il s'agit de l'extrait de l'épisode diffusé ce dimanche avec Bobby Demri, le Managing Partner de Roch Ventures.***************************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.

What is “the Right”? Over the next several months, Giving Ventures will be exploring this question through a series of interviews with leaders in the conservative and libertarian space. From the libertarians to the traditionalists, the national conservatives and the New Right—this series will give you a sense of the scope and diversity on the […]

In this episode of Breaking Health, guest host Payal Agrawal Divakaran, partner at .406 Ventures, speaks with Jeremy Friese, CEO of Humata Health, about prior authorization and how Humata is helping from “both sides of the fax machine.” Friese also discusses his thoughts on the future of AI adoption, how the regulatory landscape looks, and more. He also shares what the transition between physician to entrepreneur was like, what it's like to found and grow companies, and how to select the right VC partners. Links from this episode:  HealthEdge  .406 Ventures Humata Health  

Season 4 of Couchonomics with Arjun kicks off with a venture builder shaking up the system — Gautam Jain from SC Ventures by Standard Chartered.From launching digital banks in Asia to building full-stack ventures in the GCC, Gautam's now part of a team transforming how venture-building happens inside a bank.In this episode: 

A few months ago I had an amazing opportunity to chat with Cyan Banister: Co Founder of Long Journey VenturesCyan has backed some incredible companies as an angel and now a VCAnd in this episode we chat aboutLong Journey Ventures Investment ThesisSkills to Break into Venture CapitalBiggest wins or Anti PortfolioAnd moreThere's a bit of background noise in this episodeThanks to Kat on her team for helping to arrange this episodeGuest Cyan Banisters Handles⤵︎ X: ⁠https://x.com/cyantistLong Journey Ventures Website:https://www.longjourney.vc/Edge of Esmerelda: https://www.edgeesmeralda.com/Host Roohi Kazi's Handles ⤵︎ LinkedIn:  ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/roohi-kazi-53174113b/⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠@roohik2Twitter:⁠⁠ https://x.com/roohi_kr?s=21&t=chThpLoxSfA_oCiLbEq5ngE-Mail: bizpodroohi2@gmail.comTO GET FEATURED ON “Business Podcast by Roohi” Email at: bizpodroohi2@gmail.com

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Daniel Buitrago, Brandon Fifield & Jack Lau are joined by special guest Chase Berenson of Aleut Ventures   Shout out to Ivy Verity “Wild About Dough”, Jack's wet fishing trip to Yakutat, Mississippi Pot Roast w/moose blackstrap, May 15th BHA NapTown Brewery, Webcams in Adak, Atuu/Kiska Island Battle in WWII with the Japanese, Aleut Ventures Adak Island Island Inn, Adak Island population of 27, the life style and The Aleutian Shield Fern, adventure opportunities on Adak Island, (Hiking, Sight Seeing, Bird Watching & Biking), Land Use permits, crazy winds 100mph plus, venturing beyond, Caribou & rats on the island, Adak Hot Springs, volcano activity on Adak,        Visit our website - www.alaskawildproject.com Adak Inn - www.aleutventures.com Watch on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@alaskawildproject Follow us on Instagram - www.instsgram.com/alaskawildproject $upport the show on Patreon - www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject

Sean DeGrey's gritty journey from failures to building an archery empire with family & passion!Loved this podcast? Check out this episode with Matt McPherson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QB4hXEVhVZo&list=PLdAelJZ1bZWr5v6K_-IPix0tq8b7xH1ms&index=2Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S.

Bologna FC is one of the most historic clubs in Italian football, with 7 Serie A titles and deep regional roots in the heart of Emilia-Romagna. But what does it take to modernise such a legacy-rich institution and unlock new levels of commercial, digital, and international growth?In this episode, we sat down with Christoph Winterling, Bologna FC's Marketing and Commercial Director, to explore how the club has evolved over the past decade, from rebuilding infrastructure and investing in digital transformation, to strengthening bonds with regional icons like Lamborghini and Ducati.Tune in to learn more about:The club's journey from financial instability to European contentionHow Bologna leverages its local identity to build global partnershipsWhy Formula One is a model for modern fan engagementThe challenges and rewards of leading digital innovation in footballHow data and mobile apps are transforming club-fan-sponsor relationshipsChristoph's advice for anyone navigating the future of sports businessWe hope you enjoy this episode!Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

I am joined this week by the incredible Jenny Fielding. Jenny is not only an accomplished venture capitalist and co-founder and managing partner at Everywhere Ventures, but also a published author of the book "Venture Everywhere," an exited founder, and a passionate community builder supporting female founders and investors. Today, we dive deep into her journey from growing up in Manhattan to becoming a successful investor in the venture capital landscape. You'll hear about Jenny's early life in New York City, her parents' entrepreneurial backgrounds running their own businesses, and how these formative experiences shaped her views on money and financial security. Jenny shares her traditional career path starting at JP Morgan after law school and how she bootstrapped her first startup while still working full-time. She discusses the emotional challenges of transitioning from a prestigious corporate job to entrepreneurship, the insecurities that initially held her back, and how she ultimately found the courage to chart her path. Listen as Jenny talks about her investment philosophy, balancing high-risk venture investments with conservative personal finance habits, and her commitment to supporting women in tech and venture capital. Jenny's story is a testament to the power of maintaining financial security while still taking calculated risks that can lead to tremendous rewards. Key Topics: Growing up in Manhattan with entrepreneurial parents and how that shaped Jenny's perception of money and financial security Bootstrapping her first startup while working full-time at JP Morgan and transitioning to entrepreneurship The fascinating contrast of having a high-risk venture investment approach while maintaining extremely conservative personal finances Investing in real estate as a strategic counterbalance to high-risk venture investments How Jenny discovered unexpected investment opportunities by following founders' visions (including early Bitcoin investments) The importance of dollar cost averaging and portfolio diversification when investing in venture capital Jenny's mission to support female founders and investors and create a more diverse tech ecosystem Connect with Jenny online: Get Her Book: Venture Everywhere LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennyfielding/ Find more from Syama Bunten: Instagram: @syama.co, @gettingrichpod Website: https://syamabunten.com/ Download Syama's Guide to Getting Rich: www.syamabunten.com Women & Wealth Catalyst Summit: https://wealthcatalystsummit.com/ Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com

In this episode of The Data Minute, Peter Walker (Head of Insights at Carta) sits down with Liza Benson, Partner at Moderne Ventures, to discuss investing in real-world industries and Moderne's unique LP-driven approach. They discuss the Moderne Passport, a multi-stage investment fund and industry immersion program, how to turn pilots into revenue, and why so many founders overlook real estate as a growth channel. Liza also shares what LPs are really looking for today, as well as practical advice for fund managers on DPI, diligence, and building firms that are more than just capital.Subscribe to Carta's weekly Data Minute newsletter: https://carta.com/subscribe/data-newsletter-sign-up/Explore interactive startup and VC data, with Carta's Data Desk: https://carta.com/data-desk/Chapters:00:00 Welcome & intro 02:17 What makes Moderne Ventures different 03:56 The Moderne Passport program08:00 Is tech's perception of the real estate industry accurate?09:30 “The build vs buy dilemma” in real-estate10:36 How does the Moderne Passport differ from tech accelerators?13:44 Structuring pilot programs18:02 Moderne and Trust & Will20:00 Why are startups hesitant to work with real estate companies? 22:18 How is AI changing the real estate industry23:49 What does Liza suggest her corporate partners focus on?25:52 Why Moderne stands out to LPs28:12 How Moderne operates 30:23 Why early-stage GPs should study later-stage diligence32:49 DPI, secondaries, and the new reality for LP expectations35:16 Thoughts on reserve ratio strategy 39:46 Are companies growing more leanly than before?40:34 What's the best thing a VC can do for founders?41:40 OutroThis presentation contains general information only and eShares, Inc. dba Carta, Inc. (“Carta”) is not, by means of this publication, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice or services, and is for informational purposes only.  This presentation is not a substitute for such professional advice or services nor should it be used as a basis for any decision or action that may affect your business or interests. © 2024 eShares, Inc., dba Carta, Inc. All rights reserved.

On this episode I'm chatting with the Jeremy Horowitz, managing partner at Because Ventures and writer of the very excellent newsletter - Let's Buy A Biz!, and we're debating whether buying a business is the the best business in 2025?We start by exploring why buying a business has become popularised by social media and retiring baby boomers, why understanding financial statements is crucial for any business buyer or owner, how AI is transforming the business acquisition landscape, the power of a due diligence checklist, green and red flags to look out for when buying a business, how the current market conditions might actually be a positive and why trust is the ultimate deal breaker.This podcast is brought to you by our friends at Omnisend. Your email marketing platform shouldn't send you on side quests just to get help. Omnisend's 24/7 support is always here — real people, real answers, no hold music. So good, it's boring! Try for free today.Checkout Factory here.Sign up to our newsletter here.

Today, we're bringing you an episode of our sister podcast, StrictlyVC Download. StrictlyVC's Alex Gove caught up with Eric Slesinger from 201 Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on seed-stage defense tech startups in Europe. They discuss Eric's journey from CIA to investor and how he recognized the untapped potential in European defense tech while others were dismissive, and how he's working to overcome the cultural taboo that once made defense investments "bad manners" in European VC circles. Equity will be back on Friday with our weekly news roundup, so stay tuned! Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Wednesday and Friday.  Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes here. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. We'd also like to thank TechCrunch's audience development team. Thank you so much for listening, and we'll talk to you next time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode features Felix Krause, founding partner of Vireo Ventures, one of Europe's leading early-stage energy tech investors. Felix is based in Berlin and brings decades of experience across solar project development, corporate VC, and now independent fund management.We dig deep into why electrification is the real unlock for climate, and why Felix and his team believe the software that manages energy flows—not new forms of generation—is where VC dollars can make the biggest impact.Felix also talks candidly about:How Vireo built a reputation as a hands-on, brutally honest investorWhy “doing good and making money” aren't mutually exclusiveHow to spot founders with true grit and fire in their eyesWhy Europe is at a critical inflection point for tech sovereigntyWe also cover how AI and increasing data availability are quietly enabling new software business models in energy—from optimizing legacy boilers in multifamily buildings to managing distributed assets securely.If you're wondering how to build (or back) meaningful energy tech in today's shifting market, this episode is packed with pragmatic insights—and just the right amount of optimism.TopicsShort Version04:36 Founding Vireo Ventures: The Transition to Investment09:20 Building Relationships with Founders14:20 The Importance of Honesty in Investment17:52 Navigating the Future of Energy22:44 Data and Cybersecurity in Clean Tech25:12 Navigating the Go-To-Market Strategy25:57 Investing in Early-Stage Software Companies27:27 The Role of Data Extraction in Electrification29:55 Understanding Business Models in Climate Tech31:11 Evaluating Software Sales Strategies34:13 AI's Impact on Electrification and Business ModelsLinksFelix Krause | Vireo VenturesConnect with Somil on LinkedIn | Connect with Silas on LinkedInFollow CleanTechies on LinkedInThis podcast is NOT investment advice. Do your homework and due diligence before investing in anything discussed on this podcast.Support the showEvery ClimateTech Entrepreneur needs a reliable partner for their legal needs. Why settle for less than the best?

Kal Amin is the President at 1848 Ventures, bringing 25 years of experience from companies like Google, Spotify, and Flipboard. In this conversation we explored how venture studios are evolving with AI, focusing on key topics like building defensible AI companies, the upcoming transfer of SMB ownership to a new generation, and how technology is changing the landscape for small business owners.EPISODE LINKS:• 1848 Ventures: https://1848ventures.comTIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Intro(02:00) What is an SMB? The $33M opportunity(04:15) Why hasn't this been done before?(07:23) How 1848 Ventures builds companies(11:45) The venture studio advantage(15:30) The great SMB transfer(19:40) Building defensible AI companies(23:15) Data as the new moat(25:00) Kal's journey (AOL, Google, Spotify)(31:45) What makes a great founder in 2024?(36:20) Why building products isn't enough(38:30) Finding and developing startup leadersCONNECT:• Website: https://hoo.be/elijahmurray• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elijahmurray• Twitter: https://twitter.com/elijahmurray• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elijahmurray• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijahmurray/• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-long-game-w-elijah-murray/• Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijahmurray• RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/3e31c0c/podcast/rss

Take it or leave it! This week we're talking about albums with 1 reeeaalllllly good song, and the rest are... well, kind of filler. But you listen because of that one song!FanSite(Community, Merch, and more)https://vinylventurespod-shop.fourthwall.comListen to our podcast on other platforms -Subscribe and Watch Podcasts and other video content on our Youtube Channel -https://youtube.com/@vinylventures5943YouTube Music -https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB-B79XM3gz_nEiESH3_duyGPeZlWgYgN&feature=share Apple Podcasts -https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinyl-ventures/id1495409282Follow us! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vinylventures_podcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/vinylventurespodcast/#vinylcommunity #music #vinylrecords #vinylcollecting

JFF Ventures' Yigal Kerszenbaum joins David Bank on the latest Agents of Impact podcast. The venture capital fund is betting on a high-road vision of workforce innovation – and AI – to expand economic mobility for workers amid technological disruption and economic uncertainty.Read Kerszenbaum's op-ed on ImpactAlpha.Timecodes:00:00 The Role of Impact Investing in Economic Mobility04:44 Navigating the AI Landscape for Job Security08:13 Creating Pathways to Higher Wage Jobs10:31 Supporting Non-Traditional Workers and Solopreneurs14:23 The Shift in Education and Entrepreneurship16:38 Investability of Wealth Building Strategies

Today I am feeling the drain of Addison's Disease....a long week that started with a tragic loss in the family and trying my best not to become part of the stressful situation. Despite all efforts emotional stress led to another trip to the ER. I also share my exciting of a new book one of our Pickles JANET recommended...I am so excited!THE BOOK:The Salt Fix | Dr. James DiNicolantonioPOPULAR VIDEOS

In this episode, our guest is Shazia Khan, a seasoned energy entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. Shazia shares her journey from founding Pakistan's first pay-as-you-go solar company to becoming a strategic force in energy access across Africa and Latin America. She discusses her ventures in peer-to-peer energy sharing, her board roles in e-mobility and tech-focused VC funds, and the critical importance of sustainable business models in the clean energy sector. Shazia also opens up about her personal projects powered by AI, including documenting family history and creating educational tools for youth. Her passion for impactful innovation, coupled with hands-on experience across continents, makes this a must-listen episode for anyone passionate about energy access, startup resilience, or the evolving role of technology. Please join to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie YouTube @energypreneurs Instagram @energypreneurs Tiktok @energypreneurs Spotify Video @energypreneurs

In this episode, Vincent A. Lanci welcomes James Hatfield, a powerhouse in video communication technology and a strategic leader at LiveSwitch, where he drives customer experience and every revenue-generating process. With a resume that spans Fortune 500s to fast-growing startups, James shares the raw truth behind building companies that last — and scale.From door-knocking paint jobs in the South to building a multi-billion-dollar SaaS company, James walks us through every gritty step: mastering client acquisition, creating recurring revenue models, hiring elite teams (including ex-pro athletes), and learning the value of understanding your numbers.

Time to pay attention when one of the world's largest Investment Managers leans into Crypto ETFs, Digital Assets and creates its own VC arm: VanEck Ventures. But what's their current outlook on the market and the technology?Juan Lopez, an experienced Web3 investor, is General Partner at VanEck Ventures (and formerly of Circle Ventures) and is looking to make 25-35 investments of tickets between $500k to $1M. As such, he has to understand the current industry requirements, investment narratives, and be able to sort the quality projects from the hype... He's also looking at the intersection between Fintech and AI to better observe how Blockchain and Digital Assets can offer transformation in TradFi and 'traditional' industries.On this show we cover:- Juan's background and experience in Blockchain and Digital Assets- The VanEck story, and their involvement in Web3- VanEck Ventures - the investment thesis, where they have invested to-date, and what else they are looking to invest in- How traditional financial institutions are looking at Digital Assets today (e.g. Bitcoin, Blockchains, Stablecoins)- What more is needed to see widespread adoption of Digital Assets and Web3 technology

În episodul de astăzi ne uităm într-o direcție care rareori atrage camerele: zona juridică din spatele startup-urilor tech. E un teren care nu se vede în pitch-uri și nici în postările de pe LinkedIn, dar care influențează mult felul în care o idee devine, sau nu devine, o companie viabilă. Dincolo de optimism și strategie, există un strat de reguli, documente și relații contractuale care cere o atenție diferită — una care combină rigoarea cu intuiția.Invitatul nostru este Tudor Stanciu, cofondator al Ventures'n'Law, o firmă de avocatură care lucrează direct cu fondatori de companii tech. Ce e diferit la el nu e doar zona de expertiză, ci modul în care a ales să construiască această firmă: într-un parteneriat cu antreprenori care inovează în piețe rapide, volatile, uneori greu de definit. Tudor nu vine cu rețete, ci cu experiențe acumulate de-a lungul anilor, din multe colaborări, în care granița dintre sfat juridic și conversație strategică e tot mai subțire.

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupIn today's DTC Podcast, we sit down with Jeremy Horowitz, founder of Because Ventures, a private equity firm laser-focused on acquiring and scaling DTC brands doing $10M–$100M in revenue. Jeremy shares why VC funding often damages DTC brands and how PE can provide a more sustainable growth path for founders.https://because.ventureshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyhorowitz1/https://letsbuyabiz.xyz/subscribeKey Topics Covered:Why venture capital is usually a mismatch for DTC brandsHow PE firms like Because Ventures evaluate acquisition targetsThe #1 thing founders should do 6–12 months before sellingThe role of clean SOPs and financials in maximizing valuationHow WhatsApp marketing (through their acquisition of Coco AI) is the next SMS in EuropeBig Idea:VC is not designed for DTC brands; disciplined operations and a focus on profitable growth are the real success path.Timestamps00:00 - Top signals PE looks for when acquiring brands02:00 - Jeremy's journey from agency to SaaS exits to PE06:00 - What changed in the brand acquisition market since 202010:00 - Why VC isn't a great fit for DTC physical products14:00 - The dangers of scaling too fast with venture capital18:00 - How PE approaches growth differently from VC20:00 - Key traits of brands that are acquisition-ready24:00 - What founders should do 6–12 months before selling28:00 - The importance of industry benchmarks and P&L metrics30:00 - Inventory management, CAC payback, and repurchase rate32:00 - Inside Because Ventures' first acquisition: Coco.aiHashtags#DTCgrowth #EcommerceAcquisition #PrivateEquity #FoundersJourney #VentureCapital #CocoAI #BrandExitStrategy #ShopifyApps #WhatsAppMarketing #CashFlowTips Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: From Vases to Ventures: Crafting Dreams in a Startup Hub Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-04-29-22-34-00-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De lentezon scheen op het dak van het startup incubator in het hart van de drukke stad.En: The spring sun shone on the roof of the startup incubator in the heart of the bustling city.Nl: Binnenin was de sfeer levendig.En: Inside, the atmosphere was lively.Nl: Jonge ondernemers werkten samen om hun dromen waar te maken.En: Young entrepreneurs worked together to make their dreams come true.Nl: De muren waren wit, maar versierd met abstracte kunst en groene planten.En: The walls were white but adorned with abstract art and green plants.Nl: Het was een plek waar creativiteit groeide.En: It was a place where creativity grew.Nl: Bram stond midden in het kantoor, zijn ogen glanzend van ambitie.En: Bram stood in the middle of the office, his eyes sparkling with ambition.Nl: Hij was druk bezig met het plannen van een belangrijke presentatie voor investeerders.En: He was busy planning an important presentation for investors.Nl: Om een blijvende indruk te maken, wilde hij iets bijzonders.En: To leave a lasting impression, he wanted something special.Nl: "We hebben een uniek decor nodig," zei hij vastberaden.En: "We need a unique décor," he said determinedly.Nl: Sanne, zijn partner, keek op vanachter haar laptop.En: Sanne, his partner, looked up from behind her laptop.Nl: Ze was pragmatisch en hield van cijfers.En: She was pragmatic and loved numbers.Nl: "We moeten ook op ons budget letten," waarschuwde ze.En: "We need to watch our budget too," she warned.Nl: Maar Bram was vastberaden en Sanne wist dat het belangrijk was om de juiste balans te vinden.En: But Bram was determined, and Sanne knew it was important to find the right balance.Nl: Samen liepen ze door de straten die versierd waren voor Koningsdag.En: Together they walked through the streets decorated for Koningsdag.Nl: Overal stonden kraampjes met oranje versieringen, vlaggen, en tweedehands spullen.En: Everywhere, there were stalls with orange decorations, flags, and second-hand goods.Nl: Ze stopten bij een stand vol met oude Nederlandse kunstvoorwerpen.En: They stopped at a stand full of old Dutch art objects.Nl: Bram's ogen vielen op een grote Delfts blauwe vaas.En: Bram's eyes fell on a large Delft blue vase.Nl: Het was uniek, traditioneel en prachtig.En: It was unique, traditional, and beautiful.Nl: "Dit moet het zijn," zei Bram enthousiast.En: "This must be it," Bram said enthusiastically.Nl: Sanne fronste.En: Sanne frowned.Nl: "Het is prachtig, maar het is duur."En: "It's beautiful, but it's expensive."Nl: Haar zorgen over het budget waren groot.En: Her concerns about the budget were significant.Nl: Toch kon ze niet ontkennen dat de vaas echt indruk zou maken.En: Yet, she couldn't deny that the vase would truly make an impression.Nl: Na een lang gesprek en veel wikken en wegen besloten ze de vaas te kopen.En: After a long discussion and much deliberation, they decided to buy the vase.Nl: Bram ruilde een stapel oude kantoorbenodigdheden in voor winkeltegoed.En: Bram traded a stack of old office supplies for store credit.Nl: Sanne onderhandelde over een kleine korting met de verkoper.En: Sanne negotiated for a small discount with the seller.Nl: Samen vonden ze een manier om iets moois te bereiken zonder hun financiële grenzen te overschrijden.En: Together, they found a way to achieve something beautiful without exceeding their financial limits.Nl: Met de vaas trots in hun handen liepen ze terug naar het kantoor.En: With the vase proudly in their hands, they walked back to the office.Nl: Bram glimlachte naar Sanne.En: Bram smiled at Sanne.Nl: "Ik heb veel geleerd vandaag," zei hij.En: "I've learned a lot today," he said.Nl: "Een goed plan vereist strategie."En: "A good plan requires strategy."Nl: Sanne knikte en lachte.En: Sanne nodded and laughed.Nl: "En soms is het nemen van een risico de moeite waard."En: "And sometimes, taking a risk is worth it."Nl: Terug in het kantoor plaatsten ze de vaas op een plek waar het zonlicht er perfect op viel.En: Back in the office, they placed the vase in a spot where the sunlight fell on it perfectly.Nl: Het paste prachtig in het open interieur. Een symbool van hun gezamenlijke reis en hun groei als team.En: It fit beautifully into the open interior—a symbol of their shared journey and their growth as a team.Nl: De presentatie voor investeerders werd een groot succes en hun startup kreeg een nieuwe impuls.En: The presentation for investors was a great success, and their startup received a new boost.Nl: Bram en Sanne leerden dat met samenwerking en compromis, dromen werkelijkheid kunnen worden.En: Bram and Sanne learned that with collaboration and compromise, dreams can become reality. Vocabulary Words:roof: dakbustling: drukkeatmosphere: sfeerlively: levendigentrepreneurs: ondernemersadorned: versierdabstract: abstractecreativity: creativiteitsparkling: glanzendambition: ambitielasting: blijvendeimpression: indrukdeterminedly: vastberadenpragmatic: pragmatischbudget: budgetbalance: balansdecorated: versierdstalls: kraampjessecond-hand: tweedehandsobjects: voorwerpenenthusiastically: enthousiastconcerns: zorgendeliberation: wikken en wegencredit: winkeltegoednegotiated: onderhandeldefinancial: financiëlelimits: grenzenstrategy: strategierisk: risicoboost: impuls

Finance leadership is changing rapidly. So how are leaders adapting to these changes and redefining traditional finance roles to enhance operational efficiency? In this episode, we conclude our three-part New Faces of Finance miniseries by talking to three 2025 honorees about the changes they are making at their respective firms. Joining us are Dorothy Walter, partner and CFO at Alpine Investors; Pete Keenan, vice president of finance at 645 Ventures; and Jessica Shearer, partner at Proskauer Rose, who discuss what it takes to modernize traditional finance functions and how finance professionals are adapting to the demands of emerging technologies that are transforming the industry. The role of finance leaders is evolving in several ways and will continue to do so in the years to come. Keenan explores the evolution of finance roles, from a backward-looking reporting function into a more proactive data-driven decision-making engine, and stresses the role of keeping up with emerging technologies. Walter highlights her philosophy on building a team with a diverse skill set and hiring from non-traditional backgrounds. Shearer emphasizes the importance of actions individual leaders are taking at their respective firms. Additionally, all speakers discuss how to overcome challenges in scaling operations and how they're future-proofing financial processes.

MPF Discussion with Senofer MendozaMendoza Ventures - Untapped Potential: Investing In Underrepresented Founders with Senofer MendozaAbout Senofer Senofer Mendoza is the founder and General Partner at Mendoza Ventures, a Boston-based venture capital firm she launched in 2016. Focused on fintech, AI, and cybersecurity, Senofer has made diversity central to her investment strategy, with 75% of her portfolio led by immigrants, people of color, and women. Following a successful early exit from her first fund, she launched Mendoza Ventures Fund II in 2019 and is now raising a groundbreaking $100M Fund III to support Series A to C rounds. An advocate for diversity and inclusion, Senofer also serves as Board Chair at The Capital Network, helping direct funding and education to female tech founders. Through her work, she has proven that investing in diverse founders drives strong returns and meaningful change in venture capital.Mendoza Ventures - Untapped Potential: Investing in Underrepresented FoundersIn this episode of My Perfect Failure, I'm joined by the dynamic Senofer Mendoza, co-founder of Mendoza Ventures.Senofer shares the remarkable story of how she and her husband Adrian transitioned from startup founders to venture capitalists, creating one of the few VCs with a mission deeply rooted in transparency, opportunity, and supporting underrepresented founders.We dive into what sets Mendoza Ventures apart—a VC firm that does so much more than write checks. Senofer reveals how their boutique approach blends capital, resources, and education to help founders not just survive but build lasting, generational wealth.We talk candidly about entrepreneurship, navigating the highs and lows, the power of representation, and how today's tools like AI are empowering a new wave of founders. If you're a dreamer, builder, or future founder—you'll find gems of wisdom here!5 Takeaways from this episode:•Transparency Matters: Mendoza Ventures was born out of a desire to bring honesty and openness to venture capital.•Support Beyond Capital: Investing in founders isn't just financial—it's about education, community, and true partnership.• Diversification is Key: Investing in diverse teams and ideas isn't just the right thing—it's smart business.•Defensible IP and Graceful Leadership: Founders must protect their innovations and lead with resilience, especially under pressure.•Think Differently: To thrive, break your existing network and challenge the status quo—bold moves create new futures.Social Links to Senofer Website : Mendoza Ventures : http://Mendoza-ventures.comSenofer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/senofermendoza/ Please Leave A Review"I have a small favor to ask! If you've been enjoying My Perfect Failure, leaving a review would mean the world to me. It helps the show grow and reach more people who need these stories of resilience and success. Plus, I love hearing your thoughts!.  So please leave a review on Apple, Spotify or the platform of your choice.Support the showEvery setback has a valuable lesson.

Poya and Robby interview Mark Selcow, a General Partner at ⁠Costanoa Ventures⁠, where he is focused on investing in the next generation of great enterprise technology companies. Prior to joining Costanoa, Mark was a serial entrepreneur and operator, who led organizations in the enterprise software and consumer Internet sectors. He co-founded and served as President of two companies. The first, BabyCenter, was a pioneer in the consumer Internet and grew to become a leader in the online parenting market. BabyCenter was sold to Johnson and Johnson in 2001. The second, Merced Systems, became the dominant provider of Performance Management software for large Customer Service functions. It was an innovator in combining operating data, complex derived metrics, and human factors, such as coaching, incentives, and games to achieve improvements in employee performance serving customers. Merced grew profitability from its first year of shipped product and was sold to NICE Systems in 2012.Connect with Mark: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-selcow-841167

Building a team is a crucial step as your business matures. And your team can be a huge help in strengthening your branding and marketing efforts. In this Quick Hit, you'll hear Victoria Hajjar, Founder of Ugli Ventures. They help transform your business from ugly to beautiful and give you the tools to grow. Make sure to check out the full episode here

In this episode of The Data Minute, Peter Walker (Head of Insights at Carta) sits down with Brianne Kimmel, founder and managing partner at Worklife Ventures, to explore what it really takes to build enduring companies in today's AI-first startup landscape.They discuss the new playbook for go-to-market, why “renewals are the new revenue,” and how modern founders are raising—and deploying—capital differently. Brianne brings a tactical lens to everything from strategic hiring and secondaries to the shift toward multi-product strategies earlier in a startup's life cycle. Plus, she shares her hot take on failure, why founder-LP relationships are more personal than ever, and how Worklife approaches DPI with intention.Subscribe to Carta's weekly Data Minute newsletter: https://carta.com/subscribe/data-newsletter-sign-up/Explore interactive startup and VC data, with Carta's Data Desk: https://carta.com/data-desk/Chapters:00:00 Welcome & intro 01:22 Introducing Brianne Kimmel03:14 AI-first GTM: What's changed?07:50 Raising strategically in a competitive landscape10:46 The importance of failure—and knowing when to quit13:12 Why companies can't wait to go multi-product17:00 Lean teams and smart hiring 24:22 Starting Worklife30:00 Fund strategy and founder support35:50 Delivering DPI the right way42:00 Relationships with LPs45:00 Angel investing as a community builder48:30 The vision behind Worklife53:10 Rethinking what VCs can do58:05 OutroThis presentation contains general information only and eShares, Inc. dba Carta, Inc. (“Carta”) is not, by means of this publication, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice or services, and is for informational purposes only.  This presentation is not a substitute for such professional advice or services nor should it be used as a basis for any decision or action that may affect your business or interests. © 2024 eShares, Inc., dba Carta, Inc. All rights reserved.

There was a time in the not-too-distant past where every political candidate looking to tout his or her conservative principles trotted out connections to and affinities for Ronald Reagan. And in a certain subset, those who really wanted to signal they were committed to smaller or more limited government reached even farther back into history, […]