Welcome to the DealMakers show, hosted by Alejandro Cremades. Alejandro is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and cofounder at Panthera Advisors (M&A and fundraising advisory). On this podcast you will find interviews with entrepreneurs that have been very successful at raising capital or getting their company acquired. You will learn what they did right and what mistakes they made through the process of closing the deal. DealMakers is the ultimate guide for entrepreneurs and senior executives that are in the process of fundraising or selling their company.
Alexander Jekowsky On Raising $80M To Build A Tech Platform To Help Laundry Businesses Run More Efficiently And Grow
In the entrepreneurial world, every journey is unique. Alexander Jekowsky’s path from aspiring baseball player to tech entrepreneur was marked by unexpected turns, unrelenting passion, and an affinity for solving unconventional problems. In this riveting interview, he talks about vertical integration, verticalizing in the SaaS industry, and ultimately disrupting an industry many would consider far from glamorous—laundry. His company, Cents, has attracted investment from top-tier investors like Camber Creek, Contrarian Thinking Capital, Derive Ventures Management Company, and FJ Labs.
10/25/2024 • 37 minutes, 58 seconds
Adeniyi Abiodun On Raising $336 Million With His Team To Build An Infrastructure And Tools To Decentralize The Internet And Make It Secure And User-Friendly
Adeniyi Abiodun’s career is a tale of foresight, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of innovation, from his early fascination with astrophysics to building large-scale Bitcoin mining operations. Along with his team at Mysten Labs, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer Adeniyi is now launching groundbreaking decentralized protocols. His journey showcases the boldness of a true visionary.
10/24/2024 • 26 minutes, 10 seconds
Othman Laraki On Raising $350 Million To Build The First Virtual Cancer Clinic
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and entrepreneurship, few stories are as multifaceted and inspiring as that of Othman Laraki. This interview dives into Othman’s story, offering a deep exploration of the world of building, scaling, and transforming companies. Othman relates his experiences working in healthcare and artificial intelligence and eventually building Color Health. This venture has attracted funding from top-tier investors like General Catalyst Partners, Viking Global Investors, Emerson Collective, and T. Rowe Price.
10/22/2024 • 47 minutes, 57 seconds
Chris Walti On Raising $78 Million To Build Software-Driven Robotics To Automate Moving And Storing Goods In Warehouses
Chris Walti is a seasoned engineer and entrepreneur whose career spans across world-class companies like Tesla and innovative startups. His story is one of resilience, constant reinvention, and an unwavering passion for building, culminating in the establishment of Mytra. Mytra has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Greenoaks, Eclipse Ventures, 515 Ventures, and Promus Ventures.
10/21/2024 • 32 minutes, 23 seconds
Barney Balmforth On Raising $60 Million To Build A Genomic Technology Platform For Genome Testing And Cancer Diagnostics
Barney Balmforth's journey is a testament to calculated risk-taking, resilience, visionary leadership, and two pivotal lessons: the importance of taking calculated risks and pursuing meaningful endeavors. These values, along with the inspiration to work hard, drove Barney's career in the high-stakes world of tech and biotech startups. His latest startup, Biofidelity, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Agilent Technologies, Octopus Ventures, BlueYard Capital, and SBI Investment.
10/20/2024 • 29 minutes, 43 seconds
Mario Schlosser On Raising $2.2 Billion To Build A Tech-Driven Health Insurance Company, Making Good Health Accessible And Affordable For All
Mario Schlosser's story resonates with entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of building companies across different cultures, facing financial hardships, navigating board dynamics, and even being fired from their own startups. Mario's latest venture is Oscar Health that has raised funding from top-tier investors like Lakestar, Alphabet, Coatue, Baillie Gifford, and Reinvent Capital.
10/19/2024 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds
Jeffrey Wessler On Raising Over $65 Million To Build The Largest Virtual Cardiologist Practice In The US, Serving All 50 States
Jeffrey Wessler’s story is a captivating blend of medicine, innovation, and entrepreneurship. He is a cardiologist and the founder of Heartbeat Health, the largest, countrywide virtual cardiologist practice in the US. Heartbeat Health has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Cressey & Company, 406 Ventures, Echo Health Ventures, Optum Ventures, and Kindred Ventures.
10/18/2024 • 27 minutes, 18 seconds
Guilherme Weigert On Raising Over $60 Million To Build A Digital Health Platform Providing Improved Access To Telemedicine Solutions in Brazil
Guilherme Weigert's story is one of remarkable transitions—from growing up in Rio de Janeiro to founding successful companies reshaping the healthcare landscape in Latin America. In this riveting interview, Guilherme talks about pivoting, driving his company, Conexa, from growth to profitability, and navigating the ups and downs of building a business. Conexa has attracted investment from top-tier investors like Vivo Ventures, Endeavor Promessas, Wayra Brazil, Goldman Sachs Asset Management, and Goldman Sachs Growth Equity.
10/17/2024 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
Evan Richardson On Raising $65 Million To Build A Virtual Clinic Offering High-Quality, Science-Based Obesity Care
Entrepreneurship is a journey filled with successes, failures, and countless lessons. Evan Richardson, founder of Form Health, the national leader in science-based obesity care, offers an insightful look into building and scaling a business based on his experiences and hard-learned lessons from the ventures he's led.
10/16/2024 • 27 minutes, 35 seconds
Diane Yu On Selling A Company To Comcast For ~$400 Million And Now Building A Platform To Revolutionize The Mortgage Industry
In this engaging interview, Diane Yu, a repeated founder and highly successful entrepreneur, offers valuable insights into her extraordinary journey from a young graduate to a leading force in the technology and finance sectors. From her early days at DoubleClick to her role in building FreeWheel, which Comcast acquired for about $400M, and now her current venture, TidalWave, Diane has consistently focused on innovation, learning, and building strong relationships. TidalWave has attracted funding from top-tier investors like RevTech Labs Capital.
10/15/2024 • 28 minutes, 42 seconds
Micha Grueber On Raising $400 Million To Build A Climate Tech Startup That Helps Customers Reduce Energy Bills And Carbon Footprint
Micha Grueber’s story stands out in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship thanks to the resilience, adaptability, and strategic foresight he has demonstrated. Micha is the founder of 1KOMMA5°, a home electrification company with a vision to revolutionize adopting clean energy. 1KOMMA5° has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Deutsche Bank, BNP Paribas, G2 Venture Partners, and b2venture.
10/14/2024 • 26 minutes, 48 seconds
Taher Elgamal On Building And Exiting A Cybersecurity Company, Delivering 5x Returns To Investors, And Now Co-Managing A $2 Billion Fund Supporting Startups
When you think of the pioneers in cryptography and cybersecurity, one name that stands out is Dr. Taher Elgamal. He has had an incredible journey spanning decades of innovation, from growing up in Cairo and studying at Stanford to building and selling companies. Today, Taher is an investor in Evolution Equity Partners, a $2B operation deploying capital to upcoming companies like Torq, Protect AI, Cytactic, and Anvilogic.
10/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 5 seconds
Kieran Donovan On Raising Over $50 Million To Build A Platform To Ensure Regulation-Compliant Gaming For Kids And Teens
Kieran Donovan’s journey is a fascinating tale of creativity, resilience, and the unexplored paths of entrepreneurship. His professional experiences have taken him across continents, from New York to London, Hong Kong, and now Singapore, where he co-founded k-ID. Kieran’s company, k-ID, navigates the complex regulatory landscape of kids’ and teenagers’ online privacy and has raised capital worth over $50M from top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Lightspeed, Z Venture Capital, and Everywhere Ventures.
10/12/2024 • 27 minutes, 54 seconds
Ran Shaul On Raising $380 Million To Build A 24×7 Virtual Healthcare Platform To Offer Assistance Via A Mobile App
In the world of entrepreneurship, few stories are as inspiring as that of Ran Shaul, a serial entrepreneur who embodies the resilience, adaptability, and foresight required to build and scale companies on a global level. Ran also offers insights into raising $380M for K Health from top-tier investors like Valor Equity Partners, 14W, Mangrove Capital Partners, GGV Capital, and Comcast Ventures.
10/11/2024 • 33 minutes, 16 seconds
Shawn Marcell On Selling His Healthtech Company For $350M, Bringing 6x Returns To Stakeholders in 4 Years
Few stories in the world of entrepreneurship depict the perfect blend of grit, vision, and serendipity like Shawn Marcell's. A seasoned entrepreneur with a knack for founding, scaling, and exiting multiple ventures, his story offers a wealth of lessons. Shawn's company, Torus Biosystems, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like David R. Walt and Northpond Ventures.
10/10/2024 • 31 minutes, 46 seconds
Tanuj Mohan On Raising Over $100 Million To Build An Intelligent Buildings Systems Platform Later Acquired By Siemens
Tanuj Mohan is no stranger to the world of entrepreneurship. From growing up in India to becoming a successful, repeated founder, his journey is a testament to innovation, perseverance, and a deep understanding of technology. Tanuj's latest company is AirEye, which has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Canaan, USVP, toDay Ventures, and Steve Krausz.
10/4/2024 • 33 minutes, 35 seconds
Maheen Rahman On Raising $50 Million To Build A Credit Enhancement Company To Issue Guarantees For Promoting Private Infrastructure Projects
In a rapidly changing world, navigating uncertainty, building scalable solutions, and creating positive social impact are more critical than ever. These were the focal points of the conversation with Maheen Rahman, a trailblazing entrepreneur and finance leader who has raised a balance sheet capability of over $400M. Her company, Infra Zamin. has attracted funding from top-tier investors like InfraCo Asia Investments and Karandaaz Pakistan.
10/2/2024 • 27 minutes, 28 seconds
Daphna Nissenbaum On Raising $125 Million To Develop And Manufacture Compostable Packaging Solutions For The Food And Fashion Industries
In an era where environmental concerns are more pressing than ever, Daphna Nissenbaum is a shining example of how passion and determination can spark innovative solutions. She is the CEO of TIPA, a company dedicated to solving the world's plastic pollution. TIPA has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Blue Horizon Ventures, Triodos Organic Growth Fund, Horizons Ventures, and Greensoil Investments.
9/29/2024 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
Tomer London On Raising $700 Million To Build A Payroll and HR Software Platform Enabling SMEs To Manage And Grow Their Workforce
Tomer London, co-founder of Gusto, a company with over 2,500 employees, relates what it means to go from humble beginnings to building a hypergrowth business. His journey is an exciting blend of personal history, entrepreneurial lessons, and hard-earned wisdom. Gusto has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kleiner Perkins, Sands Capital, Fidelity Management and Research Company LLC, and Cross Creek.
9/28/2024 • 38 minutes, 31 seconds
Bence Jendruszak On Raising $100 Million To Build A Fraud Prevention And Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Platform
In a candid and insightful conversation, Bence Jendruszak, co-founder of a leading fraud prevention company, shared his entrepreneurial journey, offering a blueprint for aspiring founders on scaling a global business, leadership growth, and staying ahead of market trends. Bence talks about how Seon has offices in four locations worldwide with over 270 employees. It has raised $100M from top-tier investors like Creandum, IVP, Fielder Capital, and PortfoLion Capital Partners.
9/27/2024 • 31 minutes, 9 seconds
Greg Mulholland On Raising $75 Million To Build An AI And informatics Platform For Creating Cost-Efficient And Performance-Oriented Materials
Few stories in the world of technology and entrepreneurship demonstrate resilience, constantly reinventing technology and lessons learned from hard-fought battles better than that of Greg Mulholland, founder of Citrine Informatics. Greg's story is a valuable resource for entrepreneurs facing similar challenges in building a lasting company in an old-line industry like chemicals and materials. Citrine has attracted funding from top-tier investors like DRIVE Catalyst, Innovation Endeavors, DCVC (Data Collective), and Universal Materials Incubator.
9/25/2024 • 27 minutes, 37 seconds
Priit Lepasepp On Selling A Renewable Energy Company For $319 Million And Raising Over $1.44 Billion To Offer Renewable Energy to Customers
Priit Lepasepp’s story is one of navigating the currents of history and reshaping the future of energy. Born in 1986 in Soviet-occupied Estonia, Priit experienced a world that was vastly different from the one he would come to build. In this interview, Priit talks about overcoming hurdles and successfully scaling Sunly, which fundamentally transformed the energy landscape of Eastern Europe. Sunly has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Rivage Investment, Kommunal Landspensjonskasse (KLP), Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and mBank.
9/24/2024 • 30 minutes, 34 seconds
Mark Slack On Raising A Record-Breaking $660 Million In The MedTech Space To Pioneer Robots To Perform Keyhole Surgery
Mark Slack is a pioneer in medical robotics and one of the key figures behind CMR Surgical, a company now valued at over $3B. His incredible journey and path to entrepreneurial success was shaped by early challenges, military service, and a deep-seated commitment to improving healthcare through innovation. CMR Surgical has attracted funding from top-tier investors like SoftBank Vision Fund 2, LGT, Escala Capital Investments, and Ally Bridge Group.
9/22/2024 • 27 minutes, 19 seconds
Malte Rau On Raising $270 Million To Enable Companies To Issue Physical And Virtual Credit Cards And Integrate Data Into Their FinTech Stack
In a rapidly evolving world of fintech and entrepreneurship, few stories exemplify resilience, adaptation, and foresight quite like that of Malte Rau. In this interview, Malte talks about navigating his company, Pliant, through different countries and currencies. He also reveals fundraising insights, having raised over $70M in equity and more than $200M in debt from top-tier investors like SBI Investment, Alstin Capital, Motive Ventures, and Neosfer.
9/21/2024 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Adam Mendelsohn On Raising $100 Million To Develop A Portfolio Of Miniature, Long-Term Implants To Deliver Drugs More Efficiently And Consistently
In the bustling world of biotechnology and venture capital, few stories are as captivating as that of Adam Mendelsohn, the CEO of Vivani Medical. Adam’s journey demonstrates an inspiring blend of vision, perseverance, and adaptability required to navigate the complex landscape of building and scaling a company–particularly one that transitioned from a private entity to a publicly traded powerhouse. Adam's company, Vivani Medical, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like the National Institutes of Health.
9/15/2024 • 31 minutes, 32 seconds
Ulrik Stig Hansen On Raising $50 Million To Build Data Tools And Infrastructure For Artificial Intelligence Development
In the world of AI, few founders have navigated the intersection of coding, corporate experience, and entrepreneurial vision as effectively as Ulrik Stig Hansen. As the co-founder of Encord, Ulrik's path offers a fascinating roadmap for founders looking to build and scale in the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. Encord has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Nyx47, Y Combinator, CRV, and Crane Venture Partners.
9/14/2024 • 26 minutes, 32 seconds
Jason Wyatt On Raising $120 Million To Build A Marketplace Platform And Dropshipping Solution To Help E-Commerce Companies Scale
In today’s ever-changing business landscape, few founders possess the experience of building multiple successful ventures across different industries. An Australian entrepreneur, Jason Wyatt, is an inspiring example of such a founder. Jason's platform, Marketplacer, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Salesforce Ventures, Ellerston Capital, Acorn Capital, and Soul Patts.
9/13/2024 • 28 minutes, 42 seconds
Elizabeth Rossiello On Raising $80 Million To Build A FinTech Company To Help Accelerate Economic Growth In Africa
Elizabeth Rossiello, founder and CEO of AZA Finance, has been riding the wave of startup life since 2013. Over the past decade, she has steered her company through 16 "crypto winters" and raised over $80M. Elizabeth's journey is not just inspiring because of the impressive figures but also because of her resilience, adaptability, and vision in navigating the ever-evolving fintech landscape.
9/12/2024 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Shahar Alster On Selling A Company To WeWork And Now Helping Companies Harvest Retail Consumer Behavior Data
Shahar Alster's career is a testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and strategic thinking in the tech industry. As a multiple-time founder, Shahar has navigated the complex landscape of startups, scaled businesses, and led successful exits. Shahar's latest venture, Ourcart, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like New York Angels, Partam Hightech, Pereg Ventures, and Roni Michaely.
9/12/2024 • 38 minutes, 56 seconds
Wayne Slavin On Raising $123 Million To Build The Rails That Connect Consumers To Digital Insurance
From a humble beginning in South Africa to becoming a serial entrepreneur in the United States, Wayne Slavin's story is one of perseverance, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of innovation. As a young immigrant in Southern California during the late 80s, Wayne experienced a world where possibilities seemed endless despite the initial challenges his family faced. Wayne's latest company is Sure that has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BluePointe Ventures, FTAC Ventures, Menlo Ventures, and Cohen Circle.
9/12/2024 • 40 minutes, 34 seconds
Christian Talmage On Raising $56 Million For His Furniture Company And Now Building An End-to-End Service To Offer Businesses Circular Packaging Solutions
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, few journeys are as inspiring as that of Christian Talmage, the founder of Oliver Space and Chief Product Officer of Dispatch Goods. From the rural woods of Maine to his rapid ascent in the startup ecosystem, Christian's story is about the power of intuition and resilience. Christian's latest venture, Dispatch Goods, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Climate Tech Circle, Congruent Ventures, Active Impact Investments, and Andreessen Horowitz.
9/12/2024 • 27 minutes, 51 seconds
Colin Walsh On Raising Over $1 Billion To Build The First Customer-Oriented FinTech Platform In The US
In the rapidly evolving landscape of fintech, few stories stand out as vividly as that of Colin Walsh, founder of Varo Bank. He has had remarkable accomplishments, including raising over $1B and running a company with a team dispersed worldwide. Varo Bank has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Warburg Pincus, TPG, HarbourVest Partners, Lone Pine Capital, and Gallatin Point Capital.
9/7/2024 • 28 minutes, 26 seconds
Rohit Choudhary On Raising $100 Million To Build A Platform To Streamline Enterprise Data Efficiency And Reliability
Rohit Choudhary's journey from a curious teenager in India to a seasoned entrepreneur and innovator demonstrates the transformative power of technology and entrepreneurial spirit. His latest venture, Acceldata, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Insight Partners, March Capital, Industry Ventures, Lightspeed, and Sorenson Ventures.
9/6/2024 • 31 minutes, 6 seconds
Ray Chohan On Raising $300 Million To Build An AI-Powered Innovation Intelligence Platform To Enable Better Business Decision-Making
In the ever-evolving world of technology and startups, few stories are as inspiring as that of Ray Chohan, co-founder of Patsnap. This company has raised over $300M in funding and is now on a path to becoming a leader in AI-enabled intelligence platforms. Patsnap has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Vertex Ventures, CITIC Industrial Investment Group, Shunwei Capital, and SoftBank Vision Fund.
9/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Carlos N. Escutia On Raising $70 Million For His Furniture as a Service Company And Now Bootstrapping An AI-Driven Platform To Streamline IT Asset Management
Carlos N. Escutia's entrepreneurial journey is an exciting story of experiences drawn from diverse roles across countries, industries, and business models. It is a fine example of adaptability, resilience, and strategic thinking. His latest venture, GroWrk, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like K20 Fund, Hustle Fund, Act One Ventures, and Allied Venture Partners.
9/1/2024 • 27 minutes, 23 seconds
Richard Schenkel On Selling A Company With A 900% Return To Shareholders And Now Creating A $100 Million Fund To Support Growth Companies
Richard Schenkel’s story reflects the power of resilience, strong work ethics, and a boundless entrepreneurial spirit. He has been a founder and has now turned into an investor operator. In this exclusive interview, he talks in detail about building, scaling, and financing his companies. Richard's latest venture, Phoenix3 Holdings, has invested in top-tier companies like Infuse Hospitality in Chicago and Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea.
8/31/2024 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
John Clendening On Helping Scale Schwab Bank And Raising $225 Million To Build Earned Wealth, A Tech-Driven Financial Services Firm For Doctors
In a captivating conversation with John Clendening, we delve into his incredible journey from the beaches of Florida to leading multi-billion-dollar companies and venturing into the startup world. John shares his unique perspectives on leadership, the art of bringing differentiation in segments, and his experiences in corporate giants and agile startups. He also talks about raising $200M for his startup from top-tier investors like Juxtapose, Hudson Structured Capital Management, Summit Partners, and Silversmith Capital.
8/30/2024 • 36 minutes, 16 seconds
Mark Swanson On Helping Build A Company To $2+ Billion Valuation And Now Building The World’s First Virtual Studio Network
In the world of startups, where every decision can lead to success or failure, the stories of resilience, innovation, and purpose often stand out the most. Mark Swanson, an entrepreneur with a journey spanning several decades, exemplifies these qualities. Mark's latest venture, Vu Technologies, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Accenture (NYSE: ACN), Lane Five Ventures, Topmark Partners, Jacques Fu, and ADX Labs.
8/29/2024 • 27 minutes, 55 seconds
Michael Marks On Scaling A Company To $25 Billion In Revenues And Creating A $1.1 Billion AUM Deep Tech Venture Fund
In the business world, some stories stand out not just for their success but for the bold decisions and risks that paved the way. Michael Marks, founding partner at Celesta Capital, is one such figure whose journey from Missouri to Silicon Valley is about the spirit of entrepreneurship and the transition from operator to investor. His career, marked by strategic moves and seizing opportunities, offers invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs at every stage. Celesta Capital has funded top-tier companies like Aurascape, Auradine, Recogni, and Agnikul.
8/27/2024 • 34 minutes, 52 seconds
Steve Magami On Raising $500 Million To Build A Superfruit Platform To Provide Customers With Healthier Snacking Options
Steve Magami was born in Tehran and raised in the sunny suburbs of Southern California. His journey is about determination, adaptability, and the spirit of innovation. In this exclusive interview, Steve talks about raising more than $500M and scaling a company in an industry where he was an outsider. He also talks about culture, team building, and moving to the other side of the table as an investor. Steve's company, Agrovision, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Avenue Capital Group, Steve Kaplan, Aliment Capital, and KuE Capital.
8/26/2024 • 27 minutes, 1 second
Bhavin Shah On Raising $315 Million To Build An AI Platform To Automate And Streamline Enterprise Workplace Support
For Bhavin Shah, a serial entrepreneur with a remarkable career, the paradox of Silicon Valley was his playground. In this exclusive interview, he talks about his experiences meeting Steve Wozniak in sixth grade and going through the motions of starting, financing, scaling, and exiting companies. Bhavin's latest company, Moveworks, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Lightspeed, Bain Capital Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, and Iconic.
8/25/2024 • 42 minutes, 14 seconds
Rob Bearden On Building Billion-Dollar Companies And Raising $30 Million To Co-Create A Platform That Leverages AI Agents To Transform How People Work
Rob Bearden's journey is one of innovation, leadership, and relentless pursuit of growth. From his early days at Oracle to his most recent venture, Sema4.ai, Rob has been at the forefront of technological transformation across multiple industries. In this exclusive interview, Rob dives into his experiences, the lessons he learned when building and scaling his companies, and the vision that drives his latest endeavor. Rob's company, Sema4.ai, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Benchmark (Business/Productivity Software), Mayfield Fund, Canvas Ventures, Harpoon VC, and Uncorrelated Ventures.
8/24/2024 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds
Arjun Pillai On Selling A Company To Zoom.info And Raising $20 Million To Build An AI Sales Engineer To Maximize Go-To-Market Efficiency
Arjun Pillai's journey from a small village in Kerala, India, to becoming a successful serial entrepreneur in Silicon Valley is nothing short of remarkable. With a deep passion for problem-solving and an unyielding entrepreneurial spirit, Arjun has built and sold multiple companies, navigating the challenges of bootstrapping, fundraising, and acquisitions along the way. His latest company, Docketai, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Mayfield Fund and Foundation Capital.
8/23/2024 • 32 minutes, 26 seconds
Simone Giacomelli On Raising $50 Million To Enable Companies To Customize And Secure Their AI Strategy
Few individuals can claim to have been at the forefront of multiple groundbreaking revolutions in the world of technology and innovation. Simone Giacomelli is one such person. From his roots in Italy to his current role as a pioneering entrepreneur in Bitcoin, AI, and beyond, Simone's journey is about the power of vision, innovation, and a steadfast belief in technology's potential to transform the world.
8/10/2024 • 28 minutes, 15 seconds
Lawrence Lin Murata On Raising $77 Million To Provide Businesses With Easy Access To Capital And Favorable Point-Of-Purchase Terms
Lawrence Lin Murata's journey from Brazil to Silicon Valley is nothing short of extraordinary. Born and raised in São Paulo, he ventured into the tech world without prior experience, eventually leading a successful startup. This blog post delves into his inspiring story, covering his multicultural upbringing, the challenges of breaking into tech, his experiences at Stanford, and the founding of his company, Slope. Slope has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Tech Square Ventures, Alerion Ventures, Charlotte Angel Fund, and Techstars.
8/9/2024 • 25 minutes, 17 seconds
Amitai Ratzon On Leading A $1 Billion Cybersecurity Company Redefining The Way Entreprises Defend Against Cyber Criminals
Leadership in the fast-paced world of cybersecurity requires more than just technical expertise. It demands resilience, a strong vision, and the ability to inspire a team towards a common goal. Amitai Ratzon, the CEO of Pentera, embodies these qualities. His company, Pentera, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Awz Ventures, a Canadian-Israeli VC group, Felicitas Global Partners, Delta-v Capital, and Blackstone.
8/8/2024 • 32 minutes, 12 seconds
Robert Grazioli On Taking A Company to $1.1 Billion Valuation And Managing A VC Firm Providing Holistic Support To Aspiring Entrepreneurs
In the fast-paced world of startups, few founders successfully navigate the tumultuous transition from building a company to becoming a venture capitalist. Robert Grazioli is one such individual. Robert moved from founding and scaling Density—a company valued at $1.1B—to now investing in the next generation of entrepreneurs through his venture firm, Bread. His story is one of trial, error, and resilience, and provides valuable insights to founders and investors alike.
8/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
Rick Nucci On Selling A Company To Dell And Raising $70 Million To Make Relevant Internal Information Available To Enterprise Teams
In the ever-evolving landscape of tech startups, few stories are as compelling as Rick Nucci's journey from founding Boomi to launching Guru. A serial entrepreneur with a track record of success, Rick’s career is a masterclass in leveraging market opportunities and navigating the complexities of scaling a business. Rick's company, Guru, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like FirstMark Capital, Emergence Capital, MSD Capital, Slack, and Thrive Capital.
8/4/2024 • 30 minutes, 49 seconds
Zvi Schreiber On Selling A Company to IBM And Now Raising $200 Million To Build A Freight Shipping Marketplace And Platform
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, few have experienced the full spectrum of highs and lows like Zvi Schreiber. His journey from software engineer to successful serial founder offers invaluable insights into the trials and triumphs of building and scaling companies. In this exclusive interview, Zvi talks about his experiences selling a company to IBM, taking another company public, and fundraising. He has had a series of successful acquisitions and fire sales. Zvi's latest company, Freightos, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like FedEx, SGX, OurCrowd, Aleph, and Annox Capital.
8/3/2024 • 27 minutes, 2 seconds
Stephen Bailey On Raising Over $110 Million To Create An Online Platform To Train A Diverse Pool Of Future-Ready Leaders
In the evolving world of entrepreneurship, few stories are as compelling as that of Stephen Bailey, a former lawyer who transitioned from the courtroom to the startup ecosystem. His journey is a testament to the power of leadership, reinvention, and adaptability. Stephen's company, ExecOnline, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kaplan, ABS Capital Partners, NewSpring, and Osage Venture Partners.
8/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 15 seconds
Zal Bilimoria On Creating A $225 Million AUM Venture Firm To Support Startups Developing Technologies That Enhance Planetary And Human Health
In the dynamic world of tech entrepreneurship and venture capital, few stories capture the essence of resilience, innovation, and determination quite like that of Zal Bilimoria. From his humble beginnings in Indiana to his pivotal roles at tech giants and eventually carving his path as a solo venture capitalist, Zal's journey is as inspiring as it is instructive. Zal's VC firm, Refactor Capital, has funded projects like Astranis, Granza Bio, Bedrock Materials, and Rubedo Life Sciences.
7/25/2024 • 32 minutes, 19 seconds
Arturo Elizondo On Raising $240 Million To Develop Biotechnology To Produce Animal Protein Sustainably
Arturo Elizondo, a founder with a remarkable story, has built a transformative company that addresses a critical global issue. Growing up on the Texas-Mexico border, he witnessed stark income disparities and developed a deep awareness of the broader world. His venture, The EVERY Company, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Temasek, Wheatsheaf Group, SOSV, and TO Ventures.
7/24/2024 • 27 minutes, 45 seconds
Qin En Looi On Co-Founding One Of Southeast Asia’s Largest Recruitment Platforms And Now Co-Leading A $150 Million AUM Fund To Support Startups
Qin En Looi is an inspiring founder turned investor with a remarkable journey, full of unexpected turns, and packed with insights on transitioning from founding a successful startup to becoming a venture capitalist. Qin En co-leads the $150M AUM fund, Saison Capital, that has funded prestigious projects like Fego.ai, Redacted Coin, Jia, and Origins Analytics.
7/23/2024 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Caroline Winnett On Selling A Company To Nielsen And Now Helping Raise $84 Million To Support Upcoming Entrepreneurs
Caroline Winnett’s story is nothing short of extraordinary—a journey that weaves through disciplines as diverse as music and neuroscience, culminating in a successful career as a serial entrepreneur and now, a prominent figure in the venture capital community. Caroline's company SkyDeck Berkeley is the investment arm of UC Berkeley's flagship startup accelerator.
7/13/2024 • 32 minutes, 32 seconds
Tom Scampion On Raising $90 Million To Bring Global Banking Institutions Together To Prevent Finance Fraud And Crime
In the world of financial crime compliance, few names resonate as profoundly as Tom Scampion's. Born in Warwickshire, UK, Tom’s career journey has been anything but ordinary. From his early days in the corporate world to leading his own venture, Tom's story is a testament to the power of data, the importance of collaboration, and the relentless pursuit of innovation. Tom's company, Global Screening Services has attracted funding from top-tier investors like AlixPartners, The Cynosure Group, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, and MUFG.
7/10/2024 • 30 minutes, 42 seconds
Daniel Nathrath On Raising $200 Million To Support Better Health Outcomes With Intelligent Technology
Daniel Nathrath has had an exciting entrepreneurship journey building and exiting companies. He went on to build Ada Health, a revolutionary clinically-driven AI application that provides patients with in-depth health information. Ada Health has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Red River West, Bertelsman Investments, Farallon Capital, and Schroders Capital.
7/4/2024 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
Rob Gonzalez On Raising $450 Million To Build The Industry’s Only Unified Product Experience Management (PXM) Platform
In the bustling world of tech startups, stories of perseverance, innovation, and global impact abound. Today, we dive into the inspiring journey of Rob Gonzalez, co-founder of Salsify, a trailblazing enterprise software company revolutionizing product experience management. The company, Salsify, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Permira, Neuberger Berman, Venrock, and Cap Table Coalition.
6/29/2024 • 31 minutes, 27 seconds
Keith Harrington On Raising $120 Million In Debt Capital To Build A B2B Hub To Provide Financing To Entrepreneurs
In a recent podcast episode, we delved into the world of non-dilutive capital and entrepreneurial ventures with Keith Harrington, a seasoned investor and co-founder of Novel Capital. Keith’s journey from a suburban Kansas City upbringing to becoming a key player in the venture capital world is nothing short of inspiring. This blog post captures the highlights and lessons from his remarkable career. His company, Novel Capital, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Ignia Partners, MatterScale, Gaingels, and Ulu Ventures.
6/28/2024 • 28 minutes, 42 seconds
Varun Mohan On Raising $93 Million To Build A Free-To-Use AI-Powered Toolkit For Developers
From humble beginnings in Sunnyvale to leading a groundbreaking AI company, Varun Mohan's journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of impactful solutions.In this interview, Varun shares his story, insights on the evolution of technology, and the strategic pivots that led him from autonomous vehicles to the creation of Codeium, an AI code acceleration tool transforming the software development landscape.Codeium has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kleiner Perkins, General Catalyst, Greenoaks, and Founder's Fund.
6/27/2024 • 27 minutes, 58 seconds
Eric Chen On Raising ~$56 Million To Build The Web3 Blockchain Infrastructure To Facilitate Smart Contracts
Eric Chen, the visionary behind Injective, has a remarkable story that spans continents and industries. From his early years in China and Colorado to his ventures in the crypto world, Eric’s journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and a forward-thinking mindset. His company, Injective, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Jump Crypto, BH Digital, Block Tower Capital, and Pnyx Ventures.
6/18/2024 • 23 minutes, 58 seconds
Matthew Fleissig On Building A $100 Billion Firm To Provide Asset Planning And Other End-To-End Services To Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families
Imagine a startup that doesn’t fit the usual mold—one that manages over $100B in assets with a team of nearly 600 employees. This is the incredible story of Matthew Fleissig and Pathstone, a company that has experienced tremendous growth and continues to innovate in the world of finance.
6/8/2024 • 26 minutes, 40 seconds
Matthew Fleissig On Building A $100 Billion Firm To Provide Asset Planning And Other End-To-End Services To Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families
Imagine a startup that doesn’t fit the usual mold—one that manages over $100B in assets with a team of nearly 600 employees. This is the incredible story of Matthew Fleissig and Pathstone, a company that has experienced tremendous growth and continues to innovate in the world of finance. Pathstone has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kelso & Company and Lovell Minnick Partners.
6/8/2024 • 26 minutes, 40 seconds
Matt Luongo On Raising $120 Million To Build The Infrastructure For Bitcoin Projects
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Dealmakers Show, where we delve into the stories of entrepreneurs shaping the future. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Matt Luongo, a visionary in the realm of Bitcoin and freedom technology.
6/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 36 seconds
Matt Luongo On Raising $120 Million To Build The Infrastructure For Bitcoin Projects
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Dealmakers Show, where we delve into the stories of entrepreneurs shaping the future. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Matt Luongo, a visionary in the realm of Bitcoin and freedom technology. Matt's company, Thesis, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Asymmetric Ventures, Boost VC, and Dan Held.
6/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 36 seconds
Federico Malek On Selling An E-Commerce Company To Groupon And Now Building A $100 Million Revenue Brand In LatAm
Federico Malek, a seasoned entrepreneur from Buenos Aires, Argentina, has navigated the complex waters of startups and acquisitions, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the business world. His journey, marked by strategic decisions and keen insights into the dynamics of emerging markets, offers a wealth of knowledge for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Federico's latest venture, Wonder Brands has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Alarko Ventures, Kube VC, Mountain Partners, and Spectra Investments.
In this episode, you will learn:
Building startups in emerging markets like Argentina requires strong unit economics and sustainability from day one due to macro and political fluctuations.
Early exposure to successful entrepreneurs inspired Malek to pursue entrepreneurship in Argentina's burgeoning tech scene.
The high-growth, high-burn model is less suitable for emerging markets, where stable capital markets are scarce.
After selling his first company to Groupon, Malek shifted to developing sustainable, profitable business models.
Wonder Brands focuses on creating consumer discretionary brands for Latin America's rising middle class, emphasizing sustainable and profitable growth.
Raising capital in Latin America is more challenging and time-consuming compared to more mature markets like the US and Europe.
Aspiring entrepreneurs should carefully choose their market, considering both potential and challenges, rather than being attached to their home country.
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6/2/2024 • 28 minutes, 4 seconds
Federico Malek On Selling An E-Commerce Company To Groupon And Now Building A $100 Million Revenue Brand In LatAm
Federico Malek, a seasoned entrepreneur from Buenos Aires, Argentina, has navigated the complex waters of startups and acquisitions, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the business world. His journey, marked by strategic decisions and keen insights into the dynamics of emerging markets, offers a wealth of knowledge for aspiring entrepreneurs. Federico's latest venture, Wonder Brands has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Alarko Ventures, Kube VC, Mountain Partners, and Spectra Investments.
6/2/2024 • 28 minutes, 4 seconds
Wayne Slavin On Raising $123 Million To Build The Rails That Connect Consumers To Digital Insurance
From a humble beginning in South Africa to becoming a serial entrepreneur in the United States, Wayne Slavin's story is one of perseverance, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of innovation. As a young immigrant in Southern California during the late 80s, Wayne experienced a world where possibilities seemed endless despite the initial challenges his family faced.
6/1/2024 • 40 minutes, 34 seconds
Steven Zhao On Raising $100 Million To Build An Immersive Virtual Reality World For In-Person Interactions
Steven Zhao has had an inspiring entrepreneurial journey that started from humble beginnings to groundbreaking innovations in the world of virtual reality. He is the dynamic founder behind Sandbox VR. His story is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of a dream.
5/28/2024 • 29 minutes, 16 seconds
Steven Zhao On Raising $100 Million To Build An Immersive Virtual Reality World For In-Person Interactions
Steven Zhao has had an inspiring entrepreneurial journey that started from humble beginnings to groundbreaking innovations in the world of virtual reality. He is the dynamic founder behind Sandbox VR. His story is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of a dream. Sandbox VR has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Gobi, Katy Perry, and Alibaba Hong Kong.
5/28/2024 • 29 minutes, 16 seconds
Sami Inkinen On Building Two Billion-Dollar Companies, Raising $360 Million For The Second To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to building a billion-dollar company, doing it once might be considered luck, but doing it twice is a testament to skill and perseverance. Sami Inkinen, the entrepreneur behind two successful ventures, shares his journey from humble beginnings on a Finnish farm to founding companies like Trulia and Virta Health.
5/26/2024 • 33 minutes, 40 seconds
Sami Inkinen On Building Two Billion-Dollar Companies, Raising $360 Million For The Second To Reverse Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to building a billion-dollar company, doing it once might be considered luck, but doing it twice is a testament to skill and perseverance. Sami Inkinen, the entrepreneur behind two successful ventures, shares his journey from humble beginnings on a Finnish farm to founding companies like Trulia and Virta Health. Sami has raised funding for Virta Health from top-tier investors like Tiger Global, Sequoia Capital Global Equities, and Caffeinated Capital.
5/26/2024 • 33 minutes, 40 seconds
Shahar Alster On Selling A Company To WeWork And Now Helping Companies Harvest Retail Consumer Behavior Data
Shahar Alster's career is a testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and strategic thinking in the tech industry. As a multiple-time founder, Shahar has navigated the complex landscape of startups, scaled businesses, and led successful exits.
5/25/2024 • 38 minutes, 56 seconds
Maciej Zawadzinski On Building A $13 Million ARR Company With Minimal External Funding & Now Supporting Aspiring Founders
Poland’s entrepreneurial landscape is not for the faint-hearted, but Maciej Zawadzinski’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience and innovation. Born at the tail end of Poland’s socialist era, Maciej experienced firsthand the seismic shift from socialism to capitalism, shaping his perspectives and aspirations. His story is a remarkable blend of determination, technological prowess, and strategic foresight. In this exclusive interview, Maciej talks about his experiences building his company, facing rejections when trying to raise money for it, and eventually exiting. He has now transitioned to an investor’s role.
5/24/2024 • 28 minutes, 55 seconds
Guy Willner On Selling A Company For $555 Million And Now Advising PE Firms As A Board Member
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is like diving into a vast ocean of uncertainties, challenges, and opportunities. In a recent interview with Guy Willner, an experienced entrepreneur with a string of ventures spanning decades, we gleaned invaluable insights into surviving crises.
5/24/2024 • 28 minutes, 56 seconds
Maciej Zawadzinski On Building A $13 Million ARR Company With Minimal External Funding & Now Supporting Aspiring Founders
Poland's entrepreneurial landscape is not for the faint-hearted, but Maciej Zawadzinski's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and innovation. Born at the tail end of Poland's socialist era, Maciej experienced firsthand the seismic shift from socialism to capitalism, shaping his perspectives and aspirations. His story is a remarkable blend of determination, technological prowess, and strategic foresight. In this exclusive interview, Maciej talks about his experiences building his company, facing rejections when trying to raise money for it, and eventually exiting. He has now transitioned to an investor’s role.
5/21/2024 • 28 minutes, 55 seconds
Guy Willner On Selling A Company For $555 Million And Now Advising PE Firms As A Board Member
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is like diving into a vast ocean of uncertainties, challenges, and opportunities. In a recent interview with Guy Willner, an experienced entrepreneur with a string of ventures spanning decades, we gleaned invaluable insights into surviving crises.
5/17/2024 • 28 minutes, 56 seconds
Leor Catalan On Rolling Revenues Worth $100 Million Back Into His Company To Streamline Insurance Coverage
Leor Catalan is an innovative founder whose story embodies curiosity, resilience, and relentless innovation. Join us as we delve into his remarkable trajectory, from his formative years in Tel Aviv to the helm of a global company with over 600 employees.
5/14/2024 • 26 minutes, 9 seconds
Duncan Logan On Raising $336 Million To Support Unicorns And Now Building A Capitalism-Driven Climate Change Ecosystem
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, the journey is often as captivating as the destination. Duncan Logan, a seasoned entrepreneur with a trail of ventures behind him, sat down for an exclusive interview on the Dealmakers Show, providing a captivating narrative of his entrepreneurial odyssey. Duncan's latest venture, 9Zero, is in the process of raising a friends and family round.
5/11/2024 • 35 minutes, 14 seconds
Eshchar Ben-Shitrit On Raising $190 Million To 3D-Print Plant-Based Meat Products
In the field of culinary innovation, few stories are as captivating as that of Eshchar Ben-Shitrit, the co-founder and CEO of Redefine Meat. His journey from a childhood in an Israeli kibbutz to spearheading one of the most groundbreaking companies in the meat industry is as inspiring as it is insightful.
5/5/2024 • 32 minutes, 30 seconds
Andrew Blackmon On Raising Over $67 Million To Disrupt The Tux And Suit Rental Industry And Now Scaling Over $100 Million in Revenues
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, there are few stories as captivating as that of Andrew Blackmon, the co-founder and CEO of The Black Tux. From humble beginnings in LA to navigating the challenges of building a successful startup, Andrew's journey is one of resilience, innovation, and unwavering determination.
5/4/2024 • 27 minutes, 58 seconds
Goutham (Gou) Rao On Selling Companies To Citrix, Dell, And Pure For A Few Hundred Million Dollars And Now Building A GenAI Co-Worker To Spot And Solve IT Issues Quickly
In the labyrinth of entrepreneurial ventures, where dreams take flight and innovation shapes destinies, few individuals stand as examples of relentless pursuit and unwavering commitment. Goutham (Gou) Rao is one such visionary whose journey from the bustling streets of Brooklyn to the innovation hub of Silicon Valley is a story of resilience, passion, and audacity.
5/3/2024 • 38 minutes, 39 seconds
David Schaffer On Taking An Over $1.2 Billion Company Public And Now Building A Stem Cell Therapy Company
In the world of scientific innovation and entrepreneurship, few names shine as brightly as David Schaffer's. With a track record of launching and nurturing successful companies in the biomedical field, David's journey is not just a story of academic achievement.
5/2/2024 • 33 minutes, 19 seconds
Armon Petrossian On Raising $81 Million To Make The Data Transformation Process Efficient And Accessible
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, where dreams collide with reality, and visionaries transform industries, few narratives resonate as profoundly as that of Armon Petrossian. From his humble beginnings in Portland, Oregon, to the pulsating heart of Silicon Valley, Armon's journey is not just a tale of success but a testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and the pursuit of a bold vision.
4/30/2024 • 30 minutes, 40 seconds
Luke Saunders On Raising ~$120 Million To Revolutionize Access To Fresh, Healthy Meals Through A Network Of 1,200+ Smart Fridges
Meet Luke Saunders, the founder of Farmer's Fridge, whose journey from humble beginnings to transforming the food industry is nothing short of inspiring. In this exclusive interview, Luke talks about scaling his company and the challenges he faced during the COVID to get the company back on track.
4/28/2024 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Lieza Danan On Raising Millions For Diagnostics And Building An AI Software Company To Streamline Drug Testing For Quality, Efficacy And Safety
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, where every success story seems like a triumph against all odds, Lieza Danan's journey stands out as a beacon of resilience, vision, and unwavering determination. From her humble beginnings in the Philippines to scaling the heights of the biotech industry in the United States, Lieza's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of staying true to one's vision.
4/27/2024 • 28 minutes, 28 seconds
Jorge Myszne On Selling A Company For $400 Million And Building Solutions To Manage Critical Data Securely
Welcome to the captivating narrative of Jorge Myszne, an entrepreneur whose journey traverses continents, technological frontiers, and entrepreneurial landscapes. Buckle up as we embark on an exhilarating ride through the highs, lows, and pivotal moments that shaped his entrepreneurial voyage. Jorge's latest venture, Kameleon, attracted funding from top-tier investor, Xilinx.
4/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 46 seconds
Ricardo Pero On Raising$400 Million To Provide Working Capital To E-Commerce Merchants To Help Them Grow
In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, stories of resilience, determination, and innovation often emerge as guiding lights for aspiring founders. One such narrative is that of Ricardo Pero, a Brazilian-born entrepreneur who embarked on a transformative journey from the corporate world to building a multimillion-dollar empire in the heart of the United States.
4/25/2024 • 30 minutes, 52 seconds
Jemuel Joseph On Raising $70 Million To Automate Home Building For Maximum Cost Efficiency And Value
In the realm of entrepreneurship, there are tales of resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of turning dreams into reality. Jemuel Joseph's journey embodies all these elements and more, from his humble beginnings in Ethiopia to co-founding Cover, a revolutionary company reshaping the future of housing.
In an exclusive interview, Jemuel shared insights into his upbringing, the challenges he faced, and the remarkable evolution of Cover. He also talks about the challenges he faced with acquiring funding for his company and the rejections he faced.
4/24/2024 • 28 minutes, 59 seconds
Payam Zamani On Taking A $1.2 Billion Company Public And Now Supporting Startups To Impact The World Positively
In the annals of entrepreneurship, few stories rival the extraordinary journey of Payam Zamani. Born into adversity in Iran, Payam's path to success was not paved with gold but with resilience, determination, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
4/23/2024 • 34 minutes, 14 seconds
Simon Litsyn On Building A $1 Billion Company To Innovate Fast-Charging Batteries For EVs And Is Now Exploring Lithium Extraction
In the world of business, there are individuals whose journeys exemplify resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to turning ideas into reality. Simon Litsyn, a seasoned entrepreneur with a background rooted in academia, is one such individual whose story is as inspiring as it is insightful.
4/20/2024 • 34 minutes, 39 seconds
Paul Wiltshire On Raising $180 Million To Bridge The Gap Between Music Makers And Music Consumers
In the heart of every great entrepreneur lies a melody of resilience, innovation, and unwavering determination. Paul Wiltshire, a visionary hailing from the land down under, has orchestrated an awe-inspiring journey that harmonizes the fields of business and creativity.
4/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
Sebastian Kreis On Raising $550 Million To Help SMEs Leverage AI Organize Their Financial Information In Real Time
Sebastian Kreis has an inspiring story about his experiences building an incredible platform. While many people are talking about using machine learning and AI, Sebastian was one of the trendsetters in the field.
4/18/2024 • 33 minutes, 42 seconds
Kris Bliesner On Raising $11.5 Million To Help Companies Manage Their Public Cloud Infrastructure Securely And Efficiently
In the realm of startups, few narratives are as compelling and instructive as Kris Bliesner's journey. With a career from early-stage ventures to navigating hypergrowth and transition periods, Kris offers a wealth of insights into the dynamics of building and scaling businesses.
4/13/2024 • 28 minutes, 34 seconds
Joe Bayen On Raising $120 Million To Enable Consumers To Use Their Subscription Payments To Build Credit Scores
In the pulsating world of entrepreneurship and innovation, every success story is woven with threads of resilience, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of one's dreams. Joe Bayen, the visionary behind Grow Credit, sits down to share his remarkable journey from the bustling streets of Cameroon to the epicenter of technological advancement in Silicon Valley.
4/12/2024 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
Christian Haigh On Managing Close To $3 Billon And Now Building A Modern Wealth Management Platform
Christian Haigh's journey from a disciplined choir school student in Oxford to a leader managing billions in assets is nothing short of inspiring. In a recent interview, Christian shared his insights on discipline, overcoming challenges, the importance of trust, and the vision behind his ventures, Legalist and Compound.
4/8/2024 • 31 minutes, 42 seconds
Philip Inghelbrecht On Taking A $2.5 Billion Company Public And Raising $7 Million To Automate Lost-And-Found Processes
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, there exist stories that transcend the ordinary, tales of resilience, persistence, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. Such is the narrative woven by Philip Inghelbrecht, a seasoned entrepreneur whose journey from Bruge, the Flemish side of Belgium to the bustling streets of Silicon Valley is nothing short of remarkable.
4/7/2024 • 31 minutes, 24 seconds
Dhimaan Shah On Raising Close to $100 Million To Build The Hamptons Of India
In the bustling streets of Bombay, amidst the vibrant tapestry of culture, finance, and ambition, a dream was born. This dream would eventually transcend borders, continents, and expectations, manifesting into a remarkable tale of entrepreneurship, resilience, and vision. At the heart of this narrative lies Dhimaan Shah, the founder of Isprava, whose journey from the corridors of investment banking in New York City to the serene landscapes of Goa depicts the essence of chasing one's dreams against all odds.
4/6/2024 • 31 minutes, 30 seconds
Steve Tuck On Raising $80 Million To Disrupt Cloud Storage And Computing
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, the journey from inception to success is often marked by unexpected twists and turns. Such is the story of Steve Tuck, whose path from corporate stability to the tumultuous startup landscape is a testament to resilience, vision, and unwavering determination.
4/5/2024 • 33 minutes, 8 seconds
Rupesh Sanghavi On Bootstrapping A $150 Million Company To Nurture eCommerce Brands And Help Them Grow
Few stories are as remarkable as those of individuals who've carved their path to success against all odds. Today, we have the privilege of unveiling the captivating journey of Rupesh Sanghavi, a bootstrapped founder who defied conventional norms to build a thriving empire from scratch. Rupesh talks in detail about his experiences building a company to over 400 employees on a $150M revenue. He also reveals how he maintained his focus on sustainability and culture when building, scaling, and financing his venture.
4/4/2024 • 29 minutes, 24 seconds
Joshua Wohle On Raising $4.86 Million To Leverage AI To Help Employees Upgrade Their Skills
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, tales of triumph often emerge from the fusion of passion, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. Joshua Wöhle, a visionary entrepreneur, epitomizes these traits in his remarkable journey from a gaming aficionado to the founder of thriving startups.
4/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
Guy Kashtan On Co-Founding And Selling An $80-Million Remittance Company That Enabled Cash Transfers Overseas
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, tales of success often emerge from the crucible of determination, innovation, and unwavering belief in one's vision. Guy Kashtan's journey embodies this narrative, traversing the realms of coding, corporate life, and ultimately, co-founding Rewire, a fintech startup aimed at revolutionizing remittance services for immigrants. Guy reveals interesting details about his experiences with co-founding a company, navigating it through the challenges of COVID-19, and taking it through an acquisition.
4/2/2024 • 26 minutes, 54 seconds
Mohamad Khachab On Selling A Snack Food Company For $200M And Now Supporting Upcoming Founders
Mohamad Khachab's journey is one of resilience, authenticity, and unwavering determination. In a recent interview, he shared insights into his entrepreneurial ventures, the challenges he faced, and his commitment to giving back to the community. From humble beginnings to a successful exit, Khachab's story is a testament to the power of authenticity in business.
3/31/2024 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Srinivas Balasubramanian On Bootstrapping A Billion-Dollar Revenue Company By Delivering AI Services
In the vast expanse of entrepreneurial endeavors, stories of triumphs, trials, foresight, and fortitude abound. One such narrative encapsulates the essence of perseverance and innovation of Srinivas Balasubramanian, a visionary entrepreneur who defied conventional wisdom and carved his path to success.
3/30/2024 • 30 minutes, 16 seconds
Mike Hall On Selling A $500 Million Renewable Energy Company And Now Building A Platform To Enable The Purchase Of Solar And Storage Equipment
In the world of entrepreneurship, there are tales of triumph, moments of despair, and lessons learned along the way. One such remarkable journey is that of Mike Hall, a visionary leader who transformed a garage start-up into an industry leader. In this blog post, we'll delve into Mike's inspiring story, from his humble beginnings to his groundbreaking achievements in the renewable energy sector. He talks at length about the fundraising challenges he faced in 2008, restructuring the business and the transaction with a private equity firm for over half a billion.
3/29/2024 • 31 minutes, 12 seconds
Ameesh Divatia On Raising $36.5 Million To Secure Cloud-Stored Data From Hackers
In the heart of every successful venture lies a narrative, a tale of trials, triumphs, and the indefatigable spirit of its creator. Ameesh Divatia, a luminary figure in the tech industry, embodies this spirit, having navigated the tumultuous seas of entrepreneurship, weathered storms of uncertainty, and emerged as a beacon of innovation in cybersecurity.
In a candid interview, Ameesh unveiled the intricacies of his journey, offering insights, wisdom, and a glimpse into the ethos that propelled him forward.
3/27/2024 • 35 minutes, 42 seconds
Oli Cavanagh On Building A P2P Finance Marketplace And Now Patenting A New Way to Tip For Service Providers
Entrepreneurs like Oli Cavanagh seize opportunities to innovate and solve real-world problems in a world where technology constantly evolves. From his humble beginnings in Ireland, Oli's journey has been marked by a series of ventures, each offering valuable lessons and insights into the world of startups and business. In an exclusive interview, Oli Cavanagh shares the highlights of his entrepreneurial odyssey and his latest endeavor, Strikepay, which is poised to revolutionize the way we tip service providers.
3/26/2024 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
Roberto Cipriani On Raising Over $380 Million To Bring Personalized Learning Support To Students
In the bustling world of startups, success stories often revolve around rapid growth, agile decision-making, and the ability to adapt to evolving market needs. One such tale that embodies these elements is the journey of Roberto Cipriani, the co-founder of Paper, a pioneering edtech company aiming to bridge the gap between what schools provide and what students need to succeed.
3/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 18 seconds
Vivek Sharma On Raising $97 Million To Leverage AI To Create Customized Marketing Email Campaigns
In the realm of entrepreneurship, there exists a unique breed of individuals whose journey embodies the essence of resilience, adaptation, and unwavering determination. Vivek Sharma, the visionary behind Movable Ink, epitomizes this spirit of tenacity and innovation.
3/23/2024 • 33 minutes, 9 seconds
Johanna Småros On Raising Over $800 Million To Automate Supply Chains And Minimize Wastage
In the bustling world of technology and entrepreneurship, few stories resonate as deeply as those of RELEX Solutions. Founded by Johanna Småros and her co-founders, this Finnish company has not only revolutionized supply chain management but also embodies the power of resilience, innovation, and teamwork.
3/20/2024 • 30 minutes, 3 seconds
Ben Huffman On Raising $44 Million To Give Users The Freedom And Ability To Work Independently
In the world of startups, every success story is often underlined by a journey filled with trials, learning curves, and pivotal moments. Ben Huffman, the founder of Contra, graciously shared his entrepreneurial story, from his upbringing in South Carolina to the founding and growth of his ventures.
3/19/2024 • 32 minutes, 23 seconds
Kyle Forster On Growing His Software-Defined Networking Company To $70M In Sales And Now Building An AI Platform For Cloud Operations
In the bustling world of technology and entrepreneurship, few stories resonate as profoundly as that of Kyle Forster. From his roots in the heart of innovation in Silicon Valley to his ventures into groundbreaking startups, Kyle's journey is a testament to resilience, foresight, and the pursuit of excellence.
3/15/2024 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
Ryan Sitton On Bootstrapping A $75 Million Revenue Company To Bring Data-Driven Reliability Solutions To Industrial Plants
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few stories are as compelling as that of Ryan Sitton, the visionary founder of Pinnacle. This company has become a game-changer in the reliability systems industry. In this exclusive interview, Ryan Sitton shares his remarkable journey, from the early days of bootstrapping to the revolutionary strides Pinnacle has taken in transforming industrial reliability.
3/14/2024 • 38 minutes, 30 seconds
Adam Felesky On Selling A Company For Over $2.2 Billion And Now Managing A $2.5 Billion Fund To Support Emerging Founders
In a recent interview, we had the privilege of delving into the fascinating career of Adam Felesky, a visionary entrepreneur who navigated from engineering to the heart of the financial services and fintech world. Adam’s journey is not just a testament to personal resilience but also a masterclass in spotting opportunities and scaling a business successfully.
3/13/2024 • 28 minutes, 56 seconds
Brian Anderson On Going From $125K In Debt To Raising $75 Million By Boosting E-Commerce Conversion Rates
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is like setting sail on an unpredictable sea, facing calm waters and tumultuous storms. In this exclusive interview with Brian Anderson, a seasoned founder with a track record of triumphs and lessons learned, we delve into the depths of his entrepreneurial ventures, from the quaint harbors of the Hamptons to the bustling tech scene of San Francisco.
3/11/2024 • 34 minutes, 45 seconds
Eugene Malobrodsky On Raising $390 Million For His Last Startup And Now Investing In Immigrant Founders
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few stories captivate as much as that of Eugene Malobrodsky. Eugene's journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the immigrant spirit, from his humble beginnings in Lithuania to co-founding AnchorFree, a groundbreaking tech company that later went public.
3/10/2024 • 34 minutes, 2 seconds
Aaron McDonald On Raising $54 Million To Create A Revolutionary AI-Powered Platform For Immersive Content To Break The Monopoly Of Big Tech Platforms
In the fast-evolving landscape of web3, where innovation meets the convergence of technology and user experiences, Aaron McDonald's journey stands out as a testament to resilience, curiosity, and a relentless pursuit of transformation.
In this candid interview, we delve into the fascinating narrative of a founder who started in a small rural town in New Zealand and went on to shape the future of the internet. Aaron also talks about ICOs, roll-ups, and the newly co-founded Readyverse Studios and their partnership with Warner Brothers Discovery.
3/8/2024 • 32 minutes, 6 seconds
Eva Shang On Raising $1 Billion To Invest In Litigation With AI
In the ever-evolving landscape of business and finance, there are tales that stand out as truly unique, and the story of Legalist and its co-founder and CEO, Eva Shang, is one such narrative. This entrepreneur had a unique approach, distinctly characterized by innovation and strategic thinking. With a focus on a robust team, Eva carved a path in financing litigation, raising a substantial billion-dollar investment. She talks about her intriguing journey leading an underdog team that initially diverged from the traditional asset management profile, embracing a tech-centric strategy.
3/7/2024 • 28 minutes, 46 seconds
Dr. David Albert On Raising Over $50 Million To Build AI-Powered Personal EKGs
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, stories often unfold in unexpected ways. Dr. David Albert's journey from the son of a prominent politician during the Watergate era to a trailblazing entrepreneur in the medical technology sector is a captivating tale of resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of a passion that transcends traditional boundaries. His company, according to PitchBook, has already raised $50M+.
3/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 36 seconds
Dr. Garima Sawhney On Building An End-To-End Care Delivery Service For Elective Surgeries
In the vast landscape of healthcare innovation, some stories stand out not only for their transformative impact but also for the unique journey and cultural shifts they bring about. One such narrative is the inspiring journey of Pristyn Care, a unicorn in the healthcare sector, founded by the dynamic trio of Dr. Garima Sawhney, Mr. Harsimarbir (Harsh) Singh, and Dr. Vaibhav Kapoor.
3/5/2024 • 34 minutes, 26 seconds
Jan Arendtsz On Raising Close To $80 Million To Simplify Integrating Cloud-Based Applications
In a world marked by unexpected twists and turns, Jan Arendtsz's journey from the tranquility of a small island to the bustling realm of entrepreneurship is a captivating tale. This interview unveils Jan's fascinating life, tracing his path from Sri Lanka to the tech landscape of North America.
3/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 43 seconds
Randall Ward On Partnering With $3.3 Billion Investor, Sri Rao, To Build A $200 Million ARR Platform For Team Collaborations
In the dynamic landscape of business, successful partnerships and strategic investments can play a pivotal role in transforming a company's trajectory. The joint interview with Randall Ward, co-founder and CEO of Appfire, and Sri Rao, partner at Silversmith Capital Partners, provides a fascinating insight into Appfire's unique journey.
3/1/2024 • 36 minutes, 40 seconds
Basem Hanna On Building A Billion-Dollar Cannabis Company And Raising $50 Million To Develop Rental Housing
In a world where success stories often seem reserved for the privileged few, the journey of Basem Hanna stands out as a beacon of inspiration. From humble beginnings as an immigrant from Egypt to becoming the CEO of a billion-dollar publicly traded company, Basem's trajectory is a testament to the power of hard work, resilience, and unwavering determination.
3/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 46 seconds
Vlad Magdalin On Raising $335 Million To Build The World’s Most Powerful No-Code Website Development Platform
In the bustling world of Silicon Valley, where success stories and innovations are born, one individual stands out with a remarkable journey that spans continents, cultures, and challenges. Vlad Magdalin, the co-founder and CEO of Webflow, has not only carved a niche for himself in the tech industry but has also overcome incredible odds to get there.
2/29/2024 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds
Hed Kovetz On Raising $222 Million To Launch A Unified Identity Protection Platform
In the realm of entrepreneurship, tales of success often overshadow the arduous journey of building a company from scratch. Hed Kovetz, the founder of Silverfort, a groundbreaking cybersecurity company, recently shared insights into his entrepreneurial journey in an exclusive interview.
2/27/2024 • 33 minutes, 13 seconds
Sandeep Johri On Selling His First Company For $150 Million To Oracle And Now Leading A Billion Dollar Business
Sandeep Johri's journey from his middle-class upbringing in Bombay, India, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and CEO in Silicon Valley is a compelling narrative of resilience, adaptation, and visionary leadership.
In this exclusive interview, Sandeep shares the intricacies of his remarkable career, from his initial fascination with the United States to his pivotal role in founding and leading successful tech companies like Oblix, Tricentis, and Checkmarx.
2/21/2024 • 33 minutes, 9 seconds
Angie Ma On Raising $60 Million To Build An AI Company That Trains And Matches Graduates With Suitable Companies
Born in Beijing and shaped by diverse cultures in Hong Kong and London, Angie Ma embarked on a remarkable journey that eventually led her to the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. In an exclusive interview, Angie shared her experiences, challenges, and the transformative power of AI in today's dynamic world.
2/20/2024 • 28 minutes, 38 seconds
Karim Bernoussi On Building A $936 Million Company By Providing Top-Notch Global Customer Service
In the vast landscape of entrepreneurship, stories of success are often marked by determination, resilience, and a passion for making a positive impact. Karim Bernoussi's journey from being the fifth child in a Moroccan family to the founder of Intelcia Group, a global outsourcing powerhouse with 40,000 employees and almost €800M or $936M in revenue, is nothing short of inspiring.
2/19/2024 • 34 minutes, 2 seconds
Danielle And Leah Cohen-Shohet On Raising $75 Million To Support Founders In The Beauty Industry
In a recent joint interview, Danielle and Leah Cohen Shohet, the dynamic twin duo, shared their remarkable journey of building GlossGenius, a beauty payments software company. From their childhood in Florida to scaling their business with venture capital, the twins discussed the challenges, setbacks, and triumphs that shaped their entrepreneurial path.
2/18/2024 • 30 minutes, 1 second
Ronald Brus On Building His First Company To A $16 Billion Business And Selling His Next One To Johnson & Johnson For $3.5 Billion
Ronald Brus, a visionary entrepreneur hailing from the Netherlands, has carved an extraordinary path from a medicine student with a passion for soccer to becoming a prominent figure in the biotech industry. Ronald’s story is not just one of business success, but a testament to the power of curiosity, resilience, and the pursuit of innovative solutions to real-world problems.
2/17/2024 • 31 minutes, 12 seconds
Vijay Krishnan On Building A Billion Dollar Business By Helping Companies Hire Top-Notch Talent From Anywhere In The World
Vijay Krishnan, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI expert, embarked on a remarkable journey from his roots in India to the heart of Silicon Valley. In this blog post, we delve into his experiences, academic background, early fascination with artificial intelligence, and the evolution of his entrepreneurial endeavors.
2/16/2024 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
Chris Cabrera On Building A $2 Billion Business By Helping Companies Unlock Their Full Revenue Potential
In the heart of Silicon Valley, amidst the tech boom of the '80s, Chris Cabrera's journey unfolded. Born in Boston to a first-generation Colombian father, Chris moved to California with his family, eventually finding his way into the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape.
2/15/2024 • 32 minutes, 25 seconds
Maxim Melamedov On Raising $116 Million To Enable Companies To Scale Their Cloud Resources And Match Application Demand
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, stories of resilience, adaptation, and growth often captivate our attention. Maxim Melamedov, co-founder and CEO of Zesty, shares his remarkable journey from being born in the Soviet Union to navigating the entrepreneurial landscape in Silicon Valley.
2/14/2024 • 27 minutes, 13 seconds
Jody Shapiro On Raising $73 Million To Help Companies Manage Their Software From A Single Platform
In the bustling world of technology and entrepreneurship, the path from a Boston suburb to Silicon Valley is both fascinating and inspiring. Jody Shapiro, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, shares his journey of falling in love with coding at the age of 9.
2/13/2024 • 32 minutes, 32 seconds
Alex Twigg On Cofounding A $1.5 Billion NeoBank Startup And Now Raising Millions To Simplify Website And App Building
In the fast-paced world of fintech, few individuals boast a journey as diverse and impactful as Alex Twigg's. He shares his remarkable story, from his humble beginnings in the UK to his pivotal role in transforming the banking landscape.
Join us as we explore his experiences, challenges, and triumphs, ultimately leading to the creation of innovative ventures like Judo Bank and his latest venture, Appeggio.
2/12/2024 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds
Jeff Denworth On Co-Founding A $9.1 Billion Company To Store And Analyze Unstructured Data And Train AI Models
In a world buzzing with discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) and capital raising, Jeff Denworth, co-founder of VAST Data, sits down for an insightful interview. From his humble beginnings as a Jersey boy to helping spearhead a company with a staggering $9.1 billion valuation, Jeff shares his journey and insights into the dynamic realms of technology, business development, sales, and marketing.
2/11/2024 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Tao Tao On Building A $2 Billion Business By Allowing People To Find Their Passions Through Travel
In a world where travel experiences have become an integral part of our lives, few entrepreneurs have had the vision to redefine the industry. One such visionary is Tao Tao, the co-founder and CEO of GetYourGuide. In this conversation, Tao takes us on a journey from his early days in Beijing to the challenges faced in Europe and ultimately to the thriving success of GetYourGuide.
2/10/2024 • 28 minutes, 11 seconds
Gaurav Kapoor On Raising Millions And Creating A ‘Risk Management’ SaaS Market Leader To Help Organizations Manage Their Risk
In a recent interview, Gaurav Kapoor, the co-CEO and Co-Founder of MetricStream, shared his captivating journey from growing up in India to becoming a successful entrepreneur and leader in Silicon Valley. The conversation unveils the evolution of Gaurav's career, the birth of MetricStream, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way.
2/9/2024 • 29 minutes, 39 seconds
Ganesh Shankar On Only Raising $27 Million And Growing His Company To 500 Employees By Enabling Businesses To Share Information Seamlessly
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, success stories often emerge from unexpected beginnings. One such compelling narrative is that of Ganesh Shankar, the visionary Co-Founder of Responsive, a cloud-based SaaS solution revolutionizing how organizations share and exchange information.
2/8/2024 • 30 minutes, 56 seconds
Srinivasan KA On Raising $359 Million To Enable Media Streaming And Advertising
In the vibrant landscape of entrepreneurial journeys, few tales are as compelling as that of Srinivasan KA, an Indian-born entrepreneur whose trajectory spans continents, industries, and transformative experiences. From navigating the bustling streets of Chennai to founding and scaling tech companies in the United States, Srinivasan's story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and the pursuit of audacious dreams. He also talks about his global approach to building businesses.
2/7/2024 • 28 minutes, 46 seconds
Allen Lau On Selling His Storytelling Platform For $660 Million And Now Investing In AI-Driven Startups
In a captivating interview with Allen Lau, the co-founder and former CEO of Wattpad, we delve into the fascinating journey of an entrepreneur who started from humble beginnings in Hong Kong and went on to create one of the most successful storytelling platforms in the world.
2/6/2024 • 37 minutes, 37 seconds
Max Aniort On Raising $86 Million To Make Your Holidays Unforgettable
Max Aniort's journey from the west of France to building a global luxury travel platform is nothing short of a captivating odyssey. Born in Brittany, Max's childhood unfolded in diverse locations – from Saudi Arabia to Greece, military school in Brittany, and a career spanning Hong Kong, London, New York, and back to Paris.
2/5/2024 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
Jessica Rolph On Selling Her Last Company For Hundreds Of Millions And Now Raising $132 Million To Help Your Kids Reach Their Full Potential
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, stories of resilience, determination, and innovation shine bright. Jessica Rolph, a seasoned entrepreneur with 17 years of experience in the early childhood space, has woven an extraordinary tale of building successful ventures from the ground up.
2/4/2024 • 37 minutes, 15 seconds
Ran Reske On Raising $170 Million For Comfortable Sleep Products
Ran Reske's journey from a childhood in Kenya to the world of venture capital and entrepreneurship is a captivating narrative of risk-taking, resilience, and the pursuit of a dream. Born in Israel and raised in Kenya, Ran's diverse background set the stage for a unique entrepreneurial adventure.
2/3/2024 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Eddie Martucci On Raising $300 Million To Treat ADHD With Video Games
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, success often comes hand in hand with overcoming challenges, building a resilient team, and staying true to a visionary goal. This insightful interview with Eddie Martucci delves into his journey – from growing up in Connecticut to founding Akili and taking it public.
2/2/2024 • 35 minutes, 1 second
Yonatan Adiri On Raising $200 Million To Integrate Healthcare With Cell Phones
Innovation often emerges from the intersection of diverse experiences and perspectives. Yonatan Adiri's journey, born in the heart of the startup nation, Israel, is a testament to this phenomenon.
Yonatan is also a member of the founding team of getaround.com and the founder of Healthy.io. The conversation with him provided valuable insights into the entrepreneurial journey, lessons learned, and the vision behind transforming healthcare through innovation.
2/1/2024 • 46 minutes, 56 seconds
Itamar Arel On Selling His Company To McDonald’s For Millions And Now Raising $15 Million To Automate Customer Service
In a candid interview, Itamar Arel, a seasoned entrepreneur originally born and raised in Israel, shares his fascinating journey from being a computer nerd in his early days to navigating the worlds of academia, startups, and corporate acquisitions.
1/31/2024 • 31 minutes, 13 seconds
Shay David On Building A $1.8 Billion Business And Raising $34 Million To Leverage AI To Hire The Right People
Dr. Shay David, a seasoned tech entrepreneur with multiple exits, has had a remarkable journey through varied technological landscapes, from navigation to video to HR. His story is a testament to his adaptability, strategic acumen, and commitment to leveraging technology for a positive impact on the world.
1/30/2024 • 31 minutes, 8 seconds
Arunkumar Padmanabhan On Making Loans Worth $545 Million To Empower Women Entrepreneurs In India
One man's journey stands out as a beacon of hope for millions in a world driven by financial complexities. Arunkumar Padmanabhan, a visionary entrepreneur originally from Chennai, South India, has carved a niche for himself in the financial services sector.
Arun has also become a catalyst for positive change in the lives of thousands. In this captivating interview, he shares his remarkable journey from the traditional corridors of banking to the frontlines of social entrepreneurship, demonstrating that impactful business can be the bridge to a more inclusive society.
1/29/2024 • 31 minutes
Renaud Laplanche On Building LendingClub To A $10 Billion Business, And Now His Latest Company, Upgrade, Is Valued At $6.3 Billion
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few stories are as captivating as Renaud Laplanche's journey. From the picturesque streets of Paris to navigating the entrepreneurial waters in the South of France, Renaud's experiences have shaped him into a serial entrepreneur with a remarkable track record.
1/28/2024 • 32 minutes, 48 seconds
Sebastian Karlsson On Raising $360 Million To Drive Digital Evolution In Society
In the world of entrepreneurship, success stories often emerge from unexpected beginnings, and Sebastian Karlsson's journey is no exception. Born and raised in the cold and dark winters of Sweden, his trajectory from a professional soccer player to a founder and CEO of a venture success is a tale of resilience, determination, and the power of surrounding oneself with the right people.
1/27/2024 • 30 minutes, 47 seconds
Pablo Fernandez Alvarez On Selling His First Startup For Over $100 Million, Raising $600 Million For His Second, And Now Bootstrapping An AI Startup
Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is much like navigating uncharted waters. It's a thrilling yet challenging expedition that demands unique skills and insights. Conversation with seasoned entrepreneur Pablo Fernandez Alvarez gave us several invaluable lessons. Each of these lessons gives you insights into startup culture and business endeavors. From the critical importance of cultural fit in hiring to the wisdom of prioritizing profitability from day one, this interview delves into Pablo’s entrepreneurial acumen.
1/26/2024 • 41 minutes, 30 seconds
Adrian Aoun On Selling His First Company To Google, Co-Pioneering AI, And Now Raising Over $325 Million To Transform Medicine
Adrian Aoun's story is a tapestry of entrepreneurship, innovation, and a profound commitment to addressing critical issues. As he navigates the intersection of technology and healthcare, his journey serves as an inspiration for those daring to dream beyond the confines of the present.
1/25/2024 • 38 minutes, 24 seconds
Rob Imbeault On Raising $660 Million, Building A $1 Billion Supply Chain SaaS Business, And Now Improving The Food System
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few stories captivate the imagination, like that of Rob Imbeault, a seasoned founder who has successfully built and exited multiple ventures. In this exclusive interview, Rob shares insights into his remarkable journey, offering a glimpse into the highs, lows, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.
1/24/2024 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Dave Dickerson On Building A $400 Million Revenue Company For Accurate Background Checks
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, success stories often unfold in unexpected ways. Dave Dickerson, the founder of Accurate Background, epitomizes the resilience and ingenuity that can turn a humble beginning into a thriving business empire.
1/23/2024 • 26 minutes, 27 seconds
Brian Lee On Being The Mastermind Behind The Rise Of LegalZoom And The Honest Company To Billions
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few stories capture the essence of determination, innovation, and mission-driven success quite like that of Brian Lee. Born in South Korea and raised in Orange County, California, Lee's journey is a testament to the power of hard work, resilience, and a deep passion for creating meaningful businesses.
1/22/2024 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds
Jannick Malling On Selling His Last Company For $120 Million And Now Raising $300 Million To Make Public Markets Work For All People
In the world of entrepreneurship, success often comes to those who embrace challenges and chart their own unique path. Jannick Malling, a Danish-born entrepreneur, is a perfect embodiment of this spirit. From his early days tinkering with the internet in the suburbs of Copenhagen to co-founding and leading successful ventures in the financial technology space, Jannick's journey is both fascinating and inspiring.
1/21/2024 • 29 minutes, 16 seconds
Luca Cartechini On Raising $140 Million To Support eCommerce Merchants
In a candid interview, Luca Cartechini shares his remarkable journey from the finance world to becoming an entrepreneur in the thriving e-commerce industry. Born in Italy and educated in the UK, Luca's story is a testament to the changing landscape of venture capital, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the strategic approach to fundraising and acquisitions.
1/20/2024 • 32 minutes, 52 seconds
Dmytro Voloshyn On Raising $170 Million To Build The Largest Marketplace For Online Language Learning
In the dynamic world of technology and startups, Dmytro Voloshyn's journey from a small city in Ukraine to co-founding and scaling Preply into a global language-learning powerhouse is nothing short of inspiring. In this in-depth interview, we delve into Dmytro's early aspirations, the founding story of Preply, the challenges faced, and the strategic decisions that led to their remarkable success.
1/19/2024 • 32 minutes, 19 seconds
Paul Prager And Nazar Khan On Raising $400 Million To Mine Bitcoin With Zero Carbon Energy
In the world of business, there are stories that transcend the ordinary, tales of resilience, innovation, and the audacity to challenge the status quo. Paul Prager and Nazar Khan have had an inspiring journey leading up to a highly lucrative partnership. This collaboration of two highly motivated and aspiring individuals resulted in the ideation of TeraWulf, a sustainable Bitcoin mining organization focused on developing extensive infrastructure. This company has the potential to transition to a zero-carbon future for the world.
1/18/2024 • 34 minutes, 58 seconds
Bruce Ballengee On Building A Company To $150 Million In Revenues By Solving Complex Business Problems
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, success stories often carry the essence of grit, innovation, and a commitment to core values. Bruce Ballengee, the founder of Pariveda Solutions, has crafted a thriving company and cultivated a unique approach to business.
1/17/2024 • 33 minutes, 58 seconds
Jordane Giuly On Building A $1.5 Billion Business And Now Raising $28 Million To Offer Short Term Financing To SMEs
In the vibrant city of Paris, Jordane Giuly's journey began – a journey that traversed the gray weather of Paris to the innovation hub of Silicon Valley. In this narrative, we unravel the fascinating story of Jordane Giuly, a Parisian native, entrepreneur, and co-founder of successful ventures like Spendesk and Defacto.
1/16/2024 • 32 minutes, 54 seconds
Ty Wang On Raising $63 Million To Make Health Insurance Accessible To Everyone
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurship, stories often emerge from diverse backgrounds, each narrating a unique journey. Ty Wang, the founder of Angle Health, shares his inspiring tale that begins with immigrant roots and leads to the establishment of a groundbreaking healthcare benefits solution.
1/15/2024 • 31 minutes, 59 seconds
Zafrir Yoeli On Building A $2.5 Billion Business And Now Funding Startups In The Renewable Energy Sector
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, few stories are as compelling as the journey of Zafrir Yoeli, the founder of Enlight Renewable Energy. This company went public on both the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, reaching a peak valuation of $2.5 billion. Today, Zafrir is venturing into the world of climate tech investments, leading the charge at Gravity Climate Fund.
1/14/2024 • 33 minutes, 10 seconds
Rob Devlin On Raising $50 Million To Reshape The Way People Interact With The World
In the heart of Philadelphia, where the spirit of innovation thrives, Rob Devlin embarked on a journey that started in his grandfather's basement and led to the creation of metalenz, a company poised to revolutionize the way we perceive and interact with the world.
1/13/2024 • 32 minutes, 8 seconds
Gonzalo Parejo Navajas On Raising Millions To Automate Your Accounts Payable
In the world of entrepreneurship, success often involves navigating uncharted territories, facing challenges head-on, and making decisions that shape the trajectory of a business. Gonzalo Parejo Navajas, a seasoned entrepreneur, shares his compelling journey from Madrid to Brazil, highlighting the lessons learned, the pivotal moments, and the birth of his latest venture, Kamino.
1/12/2024 • 37 minutes, 26 seconds
Josh Felser On Selling Two Companies For $380 Million, Investing In 4 Unicorns, And Now Launching A VC For Climate Technologies
In the world of business and entrepreneurship, diverse experiences often shape innovative minds. Josh Felser, born in Maine but raised in the vibrant water-based town of Miami, embarked on a journey that led him from the ocean to the world of politics, Japanese currency trading, media, and, ultimately, becoming a successful founder and investor.
1/11/2024 • 36 minutes, 4 seconds
Tom Carter On Raising $160 Million To Blur The Lines Between How We Perceive The Physical And Virtual World
In the heart of Essex, a young mind named Tom Carter was nurtured in a family where hard work and determination were not just values but a way of life. Born to a mother working in a school and a father who delved into the world of chemistry, Tom's upbringing laid the foundation for his future endeavors. We unravel the inspiring journey of Tom Carter, from a curious child fascinated by building things to the co-founder and CEO of Ultraleap, a company at the forefront of revolutionizing human-computer interaction in the extended reality (XR) space.
1/10/2024 • 27 minutes, 31 seconds
Dr. Rahul Kakkar On Selling Billion-Dollar Companies To Novo Nordisk And Merck And Now Leading One Of The Hottest Biopharma Startups
In the dynamic world where medicine and entrepreneurship converge, Dr. Rahul Kakkar stands as a beacon of inspiration. His journey, seamlessly blending the realms of healing and business, reflects a commitment to leaving a lasting impact on both individuals and the biopharmaceutical landscape.
1/9/2024 • 38 minutes, 48 seconds
Salim Youssefzadeh On Attracting Over $60 Million In Grants To Generate 0-Emission Truck Fuel
In the bustling heart of Los Angeles, Salim Youssefzadeh's journey from an avid outdoor enthusiast and pilot to the visionary founder of WattEV has been nothing short of remarkable. In this exclusive interview, we delve into Salim's adventures, academic pursuits, and entrepreneurial drive that led him to shape the future of transportation through sustainability.
1/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 37 seconds
Ori Levy On Selling His First Company For $100 Million, Taking His Second Public, And Now Bringing Tennis To Your Home
In the heart of Ori Levy's entrepreneurial journey lies Strikeco, a groundbreaking venture that transcends the boundaries of traditional tennis training and playing. The collaboration with tennis veteran Yoni Willand sparked a vision to transform how tennis enthusiasts practice, learn, and compete.
1/7/2024 • 44 minutes, 47 seconds
Srini V. Srinivasan On Raising $75 Million To Enable Companies To Store And Process Their Data More Efficiently
In the vast ocean of technological advancements, some individuals stand out as pioneers, charting new territories and building foundations for the future. Srini V. Srinivasan, the co-founder of Aerospike, is one such visionary whose journey unfolds like a captivating tale of perseverance, innovation, and adaptability.
1/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 22 seconds
Robert Bagheri On Raising $110 Million To Power The Electric World With A Transformative Manufacturing Technology
In the field of innovation and technological advancement, few stories stand out as compelling narratives of perseverance, commitment, and unwavering belief in a mission. Robert Bagheri's journey, from his roots in Iran to becoming a key player in the technology industry, reflects a tale of challenges, triumphs, and a relentless pursuit of making a positive impact on the world.
1/5/2024 • 37 minutes, 12 seconds
Liam McIvor Martin On Bootstrapping His Startup To $20 Million In ARR By Helping Employees To Work From Anywhere
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, few stories are as captivating as that of Liam McIvor Martin. From a competitive figure skater to a seasoned founder, Liam's journey is a rollercoaster of experiences in academia, raising money, and navigating the challenges of remote work.
1/4/2024 • 31 minutes, 32 seconds
Michael Vega-Sanz On Raising $60 Million To Simplify Getting Insurance Claims
In the bustling landscape of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation, Michael Vega-Sanz's journey stands out as a testament to resilience, adaptability, and a relentless pursuit of solving real-world problems. With a relentless focus on solving customer problems and an unwavering commitment to innovation, Michael and his team are paving the way for a future where insurance is not just accessible but revolutionized by technology.
1/3/2024 • 27 minutes, 52 seconds
Mohamed (Nagaty) Aboulnaga On Building And Exiting Billion-Dollar Companies And Now Supporting Startup Founders
In a captivating interview, Mohamed A Aboulnaga shares his incredible journey from being born in Cairo, Egypt, to becoming a key player in the global tech and business landscape. From the bustling streets of Cairo to founding and steering successful ventures like Fawry and Careem, Mohamed's story is about resilience, innovation, and pursuing a dream.
1/2/2024 • 29 minutes, 51 seconds
Dekel Skoop On Raising $58 Million To Make Websites Across The Globe Accessible To All
In the bustling world of startups and technological innovation, few stories captivate and inspire as much as those of Dekel Skoop. From the serene landscapes of an Israeli kibbutz to the fast-paced world of hypergrowth startups, Dekel's journey is not just about building a successful business but about making the internet accessible to everyone.
1/1/2024 • 28 minutes, 42 seconds
Boris Manhart On Co-Founding A $1 Billion Unicorn And Now Funding And Supporting Other Startup Founders
In the vast landscape of entrepreneurship, Boris Manhart stands as a beacon of inspiration, his journey marked by a profound connection to his roots, a passion for psychology, and an innate entrepreneurial spirit. Boris has co-founded several companies, including Pulp, CodeCheck, Numbrs, and Growth Unltd. Growth Unltd. invests in startups, providing early-stage funding. It also has a social investment fund called the Growth Impact Fund.
12/26/2023 • 36 minutes, 50 seconds
Stephany Lapierre On Raising $72 Million To Build A Trusted Supplier Data Platform
Stephany Lapierre is the CEO and Cofounder of Tealbook which is a provider of supplier data and e-commerce procurement technology. The company has raised $72 million from top tier investors including RTP Global, BDC Venture Capital, or Workday Ventures to name a few.
12/21/2023 • 31 minutes, 46 seconds
Eoin Matthews On Building A $1.1 Billion Equity Fund For Homeowners
In the vast landscape of entrepreneurial stories, Eoin Matthews' journey stands out as a compelling narrative of resilience, adaptation, and insightful problem-solving. From growing up on a dairy farm in rural Ireland to co-founding successful startups in Silicon Valley, Eoin shares the lessons he learned along the way. His venture, Point, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Redwood Trust, Ribbit Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz.
12/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds
Sanjit Biswas On Selling His First Company To Cisco For $1.2 Billion And Now Building A $1 Billion ARR Business in 8 Years By Revolutionizing Physical Operations With AI
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, certain visionaries stand out for their ability to innovate and transform industries. Sanjit Biswas, a seasoned entrepreneur, has navigated the entrepreneurial terrain with remarkable success.
12/17/2023 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds
Tim Schigel On Building One Of The Fastest Growing Companies In America By Enabling Information Sharing And Now Investing In Other Entrepreneurs
Tim Schigel's life and career have been shaped by his Cleveland roots, a large ethnic family, and a passion for music. In this interview transcript, Tim shares his journey from growing up in Cleveland to becoming a pioneering figure in the tech and venture capital space. His VC firm, Refinery Ventures, has invested in top-tier companies like bitewell, FRAYT, StoryFit, and Livegistics.
12/15/2023 • 33 minutes, 44 seconds
Gerhard Trautmann On Raising $80 Million To Empower Shoppers To Take Smarter Spending Decisions
Gerhard Trautmann, the founder of Global Savings Group (GSG), is a bottle of untapped brilliance, a mind ready to unleash innovation. Born in Quito, Ecuador, Trautmann's journey has been a geographical tapestry, weaving through Venezuela, the U.S., Portugal, and finally settling in Germany.
His early years in South America, fueled by his father's work for European companies, imbibed in him a love for diverse cultures that would later become a cornerstone of GSG's identity.
12/14/2023 • 28 minutes, 54 seconds
Navin Chaddha On Selling His First Company To Microsoft, Building A $3 Billion Business, And Now Managing A $3 Billion VC Firm
In a recent interview, Navin Chaddha, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist, shared his journey from the vibrant streets of Delhi to the heart of Silicon Valley. His story unfolds as a captivating narrative, weaving through the technological shifts and entrepreneurial challenges that defined his career.
12/13/2023 • 35 minutes, 13 seconds
Richard Ettl On Building A $600 Million Business By Transporting Medicines At The Right Temperatures
In the world of entrepreneurship, few stories resonate as powerfully as that of Richard Ettl, a young global leader recognized by the World Economic Forum. Born in Austria, Richard's journey is a testament to the transformative power of vision, resilience, and a commitment to sustainability.
12/12/2023 • 28 minutes, 6 seconds
Brian Meidell On Raising $79 Million To Give Everyone Easy Access To Fun Entertainment
In the sphere of innovation, there are individuals whose journeys span continents, cultures, and industries, shaping their perspectives and approaches to problem-solving. Brian Meidell, a Danish entrepreneur with roots in Copenhagen, embarked on a remarkable journey that led him from a stable upbringing in Denmark to disrupting the gaming industry. His venture, FRVR, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Accel, Hiro Capital, Makers Fund, and David Helgason.
12/11/2023 • 35 minutes, 12 seconds
Dedi Gilad On Raising $205 Million To Bring Clinical Exam Kits To Every Home
Dedi Gilad’s career as a startup founder was rooted in his upbringing in Tel Aviv, where there is an unwavering resilience, a creative spirit, and an innate drive for entrepreneurship. These qualities would become the cornerstone of his journey, propelling him forward in the world of innovation.
12/10/2023 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Sacha Lazimi On Raising $65 Million To Make It Easier To Connect With Whoever From Wherever
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, success often comes from a journey marked by trial and error, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to innovation. Sacha Lazimi's entrepreneurial voyage is a testament to these qualities, as he transitioned from studying mathematics in Paris to becoming the co-founder of Yubo, a leading platform in Social Discovery.
12/9/2023 • 30 minutes, 25 seconds
Brad McNamara On Raising $50 Million To Grow And Deliver Fresh Farm Produce Grown In Freight Containers
In the labyrinthine streets of Boston, a narrative unfolded, written by the tenacious spirit of a man named Brad McNamara. Born and bred in a city that embodies both history and innovation, Brad's journey transcended the ordinary.
This interview delves deeper into the rich tapestry of Brad's life, tracing the journey through his entrepreneurial endeavors. It starts from the early days in Boston to his groundbreaking ventures with Freight Farms and Morrissey Market.
12/8/2023 • 32 minutes, 22 seconds
Curtis Anderson On Raising $108 Million To Streamline Nursing Care
In the vast expanse of Idaho, where farm towns flourish, and the spirit of hard work prevails, Curtis Anderson's journey began. From the idyllic simplicity of a small farming community to the intricate world of entrepreneurship, Curtis shares his transformative experiences and the evolution of Nursa, a groundbreaking healthcare staffing solution.
12/7/2023 • 42 minutes, 42 seconds
Sam Hendel On Building A $2 Billion Music Catalog And Now Supporting The Yale Entrepreneur Community
In the vast landscape of entrepreneurship, some stories stand out like well-composed symphonies. Sam Hendel's journey, originating from the suburbs of New York City, resonates as a melody of innovation and passion. From navigating the worlds of finance to orchestrating deals in the music industry, Sam's life has been a crescendo of risk-taking, calculated decisions, and a profound love for the arts. In this insightful interview, he offers a unique perspective shaped by hands-on experience in both investing and deal-making within the business realm.
12/6/2023 • 37 minutes, 26 seconds
Matt Martin On Raising $76 Million To Help People Manage Their Time
In the vast landscapes of Minnesota, where winters are cold, and summers are serene, Matt Martin found his roots. In a recent interview, he took us through the remarkable journey that led him from the world of politics to the heart of Silicon Valley, sharing insights and pivotal moments that shaped his career.
12/5/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds
Assaf Resnick On Raising $330 Million To Prevent IT Outages With AI And Machine Learning
In the intricate tapestry of entrepreneurship, the journey often unfolds as a nuanced narrative of challenges, victories, and pivotal decisions. Assaf Resnick's story, an Israeli-born entrepreneur who transitioned from Silicon Valley to venture capital and ultimately founded BigPanda, provides a deeper exploration into the intricacies of his remarkable odyssey.
12/4/2023 • 33 minutes, 25 seconds
Christoph Jenny On Raising $115 Million To Deliver Alternative Protein To Consumers
Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Switzerland, Christoph Jenny's journey from the mountainous terrains of his childhood to the forefront of sustainable innovation with Planted, Europe’s fastest growing FoodTech startup in the alternative protein space, is a testament to vision, resilience, and a profound connection to nature.
12/3/2023 • 29 minutes, 46 seconds
Scott Dunn On Raising $100 Million To Remove Uncertainties From An Electric Future
In a captivating interview with Scott Dunn, the visionary CEO of Noveon Magnetics, we unravel the compelling narrative that traces his remarkable journey from the quaint communities of Baltimore, Maryland to the forefront of manufacturing innovation in Texas. Scott’s story is infused with a deep-seated passion for creating and an early immersion in the complexities of production. His career trajectory led him to establish Noveon Magnetics—a company poised to redefine the landscape of rare earth magnet manufacturing.
12/2/2023 • 33 minutes, 4 seconds
Doug Scott On Raising $100 Million To Enable Investors To Align Their Values With Their Investments
In a recent interview, Doug Scott shared insights into his unique journey, blending diverse perspectives from his international upbringing and experiences, including in oil and gas investment banking, to building a sustainable investment platform. Today, we delve into the story of Doug Scott, tracing his path from unexpected beginnings to the founding of Ethic, a company pioneering sustainable investing.
12/1/2023 • 28 minutes, 32 seconds
Graham Farrar On Building A $300 Million Company By Creating The Biggest Cannabis Producer And Dispensary
The story of Graham Farrar and Glass House is more than a narrative of business success; it's a saga of passion, perseverance, and a profound belief in the positive impact of cannabis on individuals and society. As the cannabis industry continues to mature and break barriers, Graham Farrar stands as a trailblazer, leading the way toward a greener and more enlightened future.
11/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 8 seconds
George Goldsmith On Building A $360 Million Business By Accelerating Patient Access To Innovation In Mental Health
In a recent insightful interview, George Goldsmith, the visionary entrepreneur and founder of Compass Pathways, shared the rich tapestry of his life and career. He has had a journey that unfolded in unexpected ways, defying conventional norms.
11/29/2023 • 37 minutes, 32 seconds
Shilo Ben Zeev On Selling His Company For $350 Million And Now Raising Millions To Give Babies The Best Feeding Experience
Shilo Ben Zeev's entrepreneurial journey is a multifaceted narrative of resilience, innovation, and a commitment to making a positive impact. From revolutionizing diabetes management with Dario to redefining motherhood through Emulait, Shilo's ventures reflect an unwavering determination to address pressing challenges and create meaningful change in the world.
11/27/2023 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
Alf Inge Wang On Selling His Company For $1.5 Billion And Now Raising Millions To Combine Exercising With Gaming
In the world of technology and innovation, the story of Alf Inge Wang stands out as a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and thinking outside the box. From a small town in Norway to the global stage, Alf's journey is marked by a deep connection to gaming, a commitment to education, and the creation of groundbreaking projects that have left an indelible mark on the tech industry. His latest venture, BitPet®, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Startup Lab.
11/26/2023 • 28 minutes, 26 seconds
Andrew Endicott On Raising Hundreds of Millions To Make Credit Accessible To Everyone And Now Investing In Startups
Andrew Endicott's journey is a testament to the multifaceted nature of the fintech landscape. From the intricacies of deal-making to the art of balancing innovation and experience, his insights offer a roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs navigating the complex terrain of finance and technology. His latest venture fund, Gilgamesh Ventures, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Clocktower Technology Ventures, Picus Capital, Blank Ventures, and Flyover Capital.
11/23/2023 • 49 minutes, 38 seconds
Dror Liwer On Building Two Companies Worth Billions And Now Raising $180 Million For Cybersecurity Solutions For SMEs
In the world of entrepreneurship, success stories often carry a unique blend of passion, resilience, and the ability to navigate uncertainty. Dror Liwer, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of two successful companies with valuations in billions, shares his inspiring journey from being a diplomat's child in Ethiopia to becoming a prominent figure in the cybersecurity industry.
11/22/2023 • 35 minutes, 12 seconds
Mark (Myong-Sik) Otero On Selling His Company To Electronic Arts For $35 Million And Raising Millions To Build Collectible And Combat Games
In the sprawling landscape of entrepreneur stories, some stories stand out not just for their success, but for the journey they encapsulate. Mark Otero, a visionary game designer, takes us on an expedition from his humble upbringing in South Korea to the pinnacle of the gaming industry. This is a journey of overcoming challenges, chasing dreams, and reshaping the gaming landscape.
11/21/2023 • 49 minutes, 30 seconds
Lindsay Jurist-Rosner On Raising $80 Million To Change The Way Families Experience Care
Life's journey is filled with unexpected twists and turns, molding us into the resilient individuals we are meant to become. In a recent interview with Lindsay Jurist-Rosner, the CEO and founder of Wellthy, we delved into the transformative experiences that shaped her path. Her venture, Wellthy, has attracted funding from top-tier investors including Citi Impact Fund, Cercano Management, Rethink Impact, and Stardust Equity.
11/20/2023 • 30 minutes, 25 seconds
Kamakshi Sivaramakrishnan On Selling Her Company To Linkedin For Several Hundred Million And Now Enabling Private And Secure Data Sharing
In the vast landscape of entrepreneurship, stories of resilience, innovation, and the pursuit of dreams stand out as inspirations. Kamakshi Sivaramakrishnan, founder and CEO of Samooha, is one such trailblazer whose journey from the bustling streets of Mumbai to the forefront of data-driven technology is nothing short of remarkable. Samooha has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Snowflake Ventures, Cowboy Ventures, and Altimeter Capital.
11/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 19 seconds
Cam Doody On Building The Fastest Growing Company In An $18 Billion Market And Now Investing In Early Stage Founders
Cam Doody's entrepreneurial journey isn't just a story of success; it's a blueprint for aspiring business leaders. During this Dealmaker’s Podcast episode, we talked about the ever-evolving legacy that started with the establishment of Bellhops and continues with Brickyard. Brickyard has raised funding from 11 top-tier investors like GoAhead Ventures, Revelry Venture Partners, and Front Porch Venture Partners. A venture capital firm, it backs early-stage startups and offers founder-friendly software to manage equity plans, fundraising efforts, and investor portfolios.
11/18/2023 • 38 minutes, 57 seconds
Sharif Tabebordbar On Raising $51 Million With His Team To Transform Pain Into Hope For Muscle Wasting Diseases
In a recent interview with Sharif Tabebordbar, co-founder of Kate Therapeutics, we delved into his personal journey, scientific endeavors, and the establishment of a groundbreaking company focused on developing gene therapies for genetic muscle diseases.
11/15/2023 • 28 minutes, 45 seconds
Sharif Tabebordbar On Raising $51 Million With His Team To Transform Pain Into Hope For Muscle Wasting Diseases
In a recent interview with Sharif Tabebordbar, co-founder of Kate Therapeutics, we delved into his personal journey, scientific endeavors, and the establishment of a groundbreaking company focused on developing gene therapies for genetic muscle diseases.
11/15/2023 • 28 minutes, 45 seconds
Mike Mahlkow On Raising $100 Million To Help Students With Loan Payments And Building A Low-Code Backend Solution
Born and raised in Germany, Mike Mahlkow's journey from a childhood devoted to Olympic handball to becoming an entrepreneur in Silicon Valley is a testament to the resilience required to navigate the unpredictable terrain of entrepreneurship. His latest venture, Fastgen, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Y Combinator, Rainfall Ventures, and Rebel Fund.
11/14/2023 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds
Mike Mahlkow On Raising $100 Million To Help Students With Loan Payments And Building A Low-Code Backend Solution
11/14/2023 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds
Michael Hurup Andersen On Raising $55 Million To Create The Commercial Bank Of The Future
Michael Hurup Andersen's journey from Northern Denmark to financial trailblazer is a testament to the power of resilience, conviction, and strategic decision-making. His story inspires entrepreneurs to forge their paths in the face of adversity. His venture, kompasbank, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like 2xN, Burgeon Invest and DFSA. Jeppe Brøndum is an angel investor who has also invested in kompasbank.
11/13/2023 • 35 minutes, 33 seconds
Michael Hurup Andersen On Raising $55 Million To Create The Commercial Bank Of The Future
Michael Hurup Andersen's journey from Northern Denmark to financial trailblazer is a testament to the power of resilience, conviction, and strategic decision-making. His story inspires entrepreneurs to forge their paths in the face of adversity. His venture, kompasbank, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like 2xN, Burgeon Invest and DFSA. Jeppe Brøndum is an angel investor who has also invested in kompasbank.
11/13/2023 • 35 minutes, 33 seconds
Doug Levin On Helping His Company Achieve A $572 Million Exit And Now Providing Advice To The Next Generation Of Entrepreneurs
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, tech visionary Doug Levin shared his remarkable journey from a New York City upbringing to becoming a global leader in the tech industry. From early challenges to founding the groundbreaking company Black Duck Software, Doug's story is one of resilience, determination, and a keen eye for disruptive technology.
11/12/2023 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
Junko Sheehan On Raising $225 Million To Create One Of Europe’s Leading Veterinary Platforms
In the heart of Silicon Valley, where innovation echoes through the streets, Junko Sheehan's journey unfolds like an engrossing novel – a tale of resilience, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to giving back regardless of borders. Her venture, UNAVETS, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Oaktree Capital, Ares Management, and Junko herself.
11/11/2023 • 28 minutes, 57 seconds
Junko Sheehan On Raising $225 Million To Create One Of Europe’s Leading Veterinary Platforms
In the heart of Silicon Valley, where innovation echoes through the streets, Junko Sheehan's journey unfolds like an engrossing novel – a tale of resilience, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to giving back regardless of borders. Her venture, UNAVETS, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Oaktree Capital, Ares Management, and Junko herself.
11/11/2023 • 28 minutes, 57 seconds
David Flynn On Selling His Company For $1.2 Billion To SanDisk And Raising $56.7 Million To Make Data Easily Accessible
David Flynn's journey through the tech industry is nothing short of extraordinary. From his formative years in Alabama to his pivotal role in the creation of Fusion-io and Hammerspace, David's story is a testament to the transformative power of innovation and unwavering determination. His venture, Hammerspace, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like ARK Investment Management, Prosperity7 Ventures, and Samsung Electronics.
11/10/2023 • 30 minutes, 12 seconds
David Flynn On Selling His Company For $1.2 Billion To SanDisk And Raising $56.7 Million To Make Data Easily Accessible
David Flynn's journey through the tech industry is nothing short of extraordinary. From his formative years in Alabama to his pivotal role in the creation of Fusion-io and Hammerspace, David's story is a testament to the transformative power of innovation and unwavering determination. His venture, Hammerspace, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like ARK Investment Management, Prosperity7 Ventures, and Samsung Electronics.
11/10/2023 • 30 minutes, 12 seconds
Tyler Duvall On Raising $130 Million To Transform Roadways in America
In a recent podcast episode, Tyler Duvall, a visionary leader in the transportation and technology sectors, shared insights from his journey and discussed his role in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure.
11/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
Tyler Duvall On Raising $130 Million To Transform Roadways in America
In a recent podcast episode, Tyler Duvall, a visionary leader in the transportation and technology sectors, shared insights from his journey and discussed his role in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure.
11/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
Jeff Chapin On Selling A Company For $308 Million And Raising Millions To Give You Control Of Your Home Energy
Jeff Chapin's remarkable journey from a childhood shaped by military life to co-founding groundbreaking clean energy startups exemplifies the power of adaptability, resilience, and a global perspective. His experiences have not only influenced his career decisions but have also driven him to address fundamental human needs on an international scale.
11/8/2023 • 33 minutes, 49 seconds
Jeff Chapin On Selling A Company For $308 Million And Raising Millions To Give You Control Of Your Home Energy
Jeff Chapin's remarkable journey from a childhood shaped by military life to co-founding groundbreaking clean energy startups exemplifies the power of adaptability, resilience, and a global perspective. His experiences have not only influenced his career decisions but have also driven him to address fundamental human needs on an international scale.
11/8/2023 • 33 minutes, 49 seconds
Grant Cohen On Raising Over $50 Million To Enable Fans To Control Their Favorite Sports
The world of sports is ever-evolving, with innovative concepts and technologies reshaping the way fans interact with their favorite games. One such innovation is Fan-Controlled Football (FCF), cofounded by Grant Cohen, a league that has defied convention and captured the imagination of sports enthusiasts worldwide. Fan Controlled Football has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Animoca Brands, 6th Man Ventures, Jump Crypto, and Delphi Digital.
11/7/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
Grant Cohen On Raising Over $50 Million To Enable Fans To Control Their Favorite Sports
The world of sports is ever-evolving, with innovative concepts and technologies reshaping the way fans interact with their favorite games. One such innovation is Fan-Controlled Football (FCF), cofounded by Grant Cohen, a league that has defied convention and captured the imagination of sports enthusiasts worldwide. Fan Controlled Football has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Animoca Brands, 6th Man Ventures, Jump Crypto, and Delphi Digital.
11/7/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
Jake Schwartz On Selling His Last Company For $413 Million And Now Making Mental Health Care Accessible
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Jake Schwartz, co-founder of General Assembly and CEO of Brave Health, shared his captivating entrepreneurial journey. From his formative years on a farm to spearheading successful startups, Jake's story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and a profound understanding of the business world.
11/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds
Jake Schwartz On Selling His Last Company For $413 Million And Now Making Mental Health Care Accessible
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Jake Schwartz, co-founder of General Assembly and CEO of Brave Health, shared his captivating entrepreneurial journey. From his formative years on a farm to spearheading successful startups, Jake's story is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and a profound understanding of the business world.
11/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds
Ross Cohen On Raising $150 Million To Build Data-Driven Consumer Brands
Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship is similar to setting out into an uncharted desert. You forge ahead, fueled by ambition, without knowing exactly where the path will lead. Ross Cohen is our guest on the Dealmaker’s Podcast and talks about his experiences in the world of startups,
11/5/2023 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
Ross Cohen On Raising $150 Million To Build Data-Driven Consumer Brands
Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship is similar to setting out into an uncharted desert. You forge ahead, fueled by ambition, without knowing exactly where the path will lead. Ross Cohen is our guest on the Dealmaker’s Podcast and talks about his experiences in the world of startups,
11/5/2023 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
Naseem Saloojee On Raising $80 Million To Create AI-Driven Tools To Help Amazon Sellers
Naseem Saloojee's journey from Toronto to becoming a key player in the world of e-commerce is a testament to the power of seizing unexpected opportunities and learning from personal challenges. His unique perspective, shaped by his South African-Canadian roots, has instilled in him a deep appreciation for opportunities and a sense of responsibility to pay it forward.
11/4/2023 • 31 minutes, 27 seconds
Tate Hackert On Raising $50 Million To Give Employees Better Control Over Their Paychecks
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Tate Hackert, the visionary founder of ZayZoon, shared his remarkable journey from a small town on Vancouver Island to the helm of a groundbreaking fintech startup. Through his candid anecdotes and insightful reflections, Tate reveals the pivotal moments that shaped his path, offering a blueprint for aspiring entrepreneurs.
11/3/2023 • 34 minutes, 24 seconds
Sandy Kemper On Raising Over $400 Million To Back Small Businesses With Working Capital, Enabling Smooth Cash Flows
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Sandy Kemper, a seasoned entrepreneur and former CEO of a reputable bank, shared his remarkable journey from the traditional world of banking to the forefront of fintech and eCommerce. Sandy's story is not just a personal narrative but a testament to the transformative power of innovation in the financial sector.
11/2/2023 • 34 minutes, 45 seconds
Sandy Kemper On Raising Over $400 Million To Back Small Businesses With Working Capital, Enabling Smooth Cash Flows
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Sandy Kemper, a seasoned entrepreneur and former CEO of a reputable bank, shared his remarkable journey from the traditional world of banking to the forefront of fintech and eCommerce. Sandy's story is not just a personal narrative but a testament to the transformative power of innovation in the financial sector.
11/2/2023 • 34 minutes, 45 seconds
Joseph Landes On Raising $125 Million To Demystify The Idea Of Virtual Desktops
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Joseph Landes shared insights from his remarkable journey, transitioning from a 23-year tenure at Microsoft to co-founding the successful startup Nerdio.
11/1/2023 • 32 minutes, 52 seconds
Mohsen Shahini On Building A $500 Million Company And Now Raising Millions To Enhance Students’ Critical Thinking Skills
In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we delve into the inspiring journey of Mohsen Shahini, a visionary entrepreneur who overcame challenges and pivoted his way to success. From his early years in Iran to founding Top Hat, a groundbreaking education technology platform, Mohsen's story is about resilience, adaptability, a relentless pursuit of innovation, and a willingness to learn from both successes and failures.
10/31/2023 • 44 minutes
Parker Treacy On Raising $65 Million To Improve Logistics Efficiency With Telematics Systems
Parker Treacy's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the power of diverse experiences, calculated risks, and unwavering persistence. Born in Boston to parents from Canada and Hong Kong, Parker's upbringing in a culturally rich environment laid the foundation for his global perspective. In this blog, we delve deeper into key insights from Parker Treacy's podcast interview on the Dealmakers' Podcast.
10/30/2023 • 34 minutes, 50 seconds
Nick Damiano On Building A $1 Billion Company And Now Raising Millions To Use Robotics And AI In Surgical Procedures
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Nick Damiano, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary in the field of healthcare technology, shared his journey from being born into a medical family to becoming a founder of groundbreaking startups. His experiences, setbacks, and triumphs offer valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and healthcare innovators. His latest venture, Andromeda Surgical, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Y Combinator, BBQ Capital, Attack Capital, and Pioneer Fund.
10/29/2023 • 34 minutes, 58 seconds
Rod MacGregor On Taking His First Company Public And Now Raising Millions To Build The World’s Largest Solar Energy Facility
In the latest episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Rod MacGregor, a visionary entrepreneur with a remarkable background, shares his journey from humble beginnings in council housing in Scotland to pioneering groundbreaking technologies in Silicon Valley. This blog post delves into Rod's inspiring narrative, highlighting key moments and insights that shaped his trajectory.
10/28/2023 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
David Rabie On Raising $100 Million To Bring You Chef-Crafted Meals That Only Require 1 Minute Of Prep
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, entrepreneur David Rabie shared his inspiring journey from childhood dreams to building a groundbreaking company. David's story is a testament to the power of passion, resilience, and unwavering focus. Here, we delve into key takeaways from his interview, offering invaluable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.
10/27/2023 • 31 minutes, 5 seconds
Shivashish Chatterjee On Raising $800 Million To Reimagine The Transmission Of Credit In India
Shivashish Chatterjee's story is a testament to the power of passion and purpose in driving entrepreneurial success. His journey from a traditional academic path to founding DMI Finance serves as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide.
10/26/2023 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Dov Moran On Inventing The USB Memory Stick And Then Selling His Company For $1.6 Billion To SanDisk
Today, we're interviewing Dov Moran, Managing Partner, Grove Ventures. Dov Moran's remarkable entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the transformative power of determination and innovation. Born in a vastly different Israel, Dov's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and the drive to learn continually. His funding agency, Grove Ventures, invested in notable startups like RapidAPI, TriEye, Wiliot, and Wing Cloud. Grove supports founders in Israel, the US, and other locations in verticals like enterprise applications and artificial intelligence, among others.
10/25/2023 • 42 minutes, 12 seconds
Adam Cheyer On Inventing Apple’s Siri, Which Is Now Used In Over 500 Million Devices
In a world driven by constant connectivity and instant gratification, the story of Adam Cheyer, a visionary innovator, stands out. Raised in a small town with limited screen time, Adam learned the power of imagination and creativity from an early age. His latest venture, Sentient, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Horizons Ventures, Tata Communications, Disruptel, and Access Industries.
10/24/2023 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds
Daniel Macklin On Building A $10 Billion Company And Now Reinventing The Student Loan Industry
In a recent interview, we had the privilege of delving into the remarkable journey of Daniel Macklin, an accomplished entrepreneur whose path led him from the world of banking to the forefront of fintech innovation. His latest, Venture, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Fenway Summer Ventures, Greycroft, QED Investors and General Catalyst.
10/22/2023 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
Sanjay Swamy On Selling His Last Companies To Twitter And RazorPay And Now Managing An India-Focused $120 Million VC Fund
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Sanjay Swamy, a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist, shared his remarkable journey from Bangalore to the bustling metropolis it is today. With over two decades of experience in technology and startups, his insights offer invaluable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. Here, we delve into the key takeaways from his podcast.
10/21/2023 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Robert Fallon On Transitioning From Banker To Raising $74 Million To Cure Cancer
Robert Fallon's journey is a testament to the transformative power of education, international experience, and a willingness to embrace new challenges. From his formative years at Boston Latin School to his groundbreaking work in international banking and, later, involvement in cutting-edge scientific research, Fallon's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge.
10/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds
Jacqueline van den Ende On Raising Millions To Demonstrate That Fixing The Planet Is Good Business
Jacqueline van den Ende's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the power of adaptability, self-belief, and a global perspective. From her early days in private equity to her current role at Carbon Equity, she continues to push boundaries and create lasting impact. The venture invests in climate change-focused tech startups. Top-tier investors back the company, including BlackFin Capital Partners, Firstminute Capital, AENU, and 4impact.
10/19/2023 • 0
Andrew Luong On Raising $98 Million To Build An Amazon-Like Platform For Investing In Real Estate
In the heart of Silicon Valley, amid the Dotcom era's whirlwind, Andrew Luong's upbringing was anything but typical. Raised by immigrant parents in a middle-class household, Andrew's early experiences shaped his perspective on financial security and the value of passive income. His venture, Doorvest, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Unpopular Ventures, Visary Capital, Bragiel Brothers and Pollen Street Capital.
10/18/2023 • 0
Sultan Murad Saidov On Raising $223 Million To Help People Find Jobs Based On Their Skills And Interests
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Sultan Murad Saidov, co-founder of Beamery, shared a powerful narrative of how his upbringing, experiences, and passion for fair opportunities led to creating a groundbreaking talent management platform. His venture, Beamery, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Teachers' Venture Growth, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, EQT Ventures, and Index Ventures.
10/17/2023 • 0
Eylon Etshtein On Raising $350 Million To Pioneer Facial Recognition And Now Raising Millions To Streamline Talent Hunting
In the latest episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Eylon Etshtein, a visionary entrepreneur, shares his remarkable journey from army service to founding successful tech companies. Eylon's story is a testament to the power of persistence, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of what truly interests you. His latest venture, Perfect, has raised funding worth $13M from top-tier investors like Provident Trust Group, Firestreak Ventures, Young Sohn, and Snap.
10/16/2023 • 0
Paris Wallace On Selling His Last Two Startups For Millions And Now Building The Professional Sports League Of The Future
In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we delve into the extraordinary life and entrepreneurial journey of Paris Wallace. From a humble upbringing in section 8 housing to graduating from Harvard Business School, Paris' story is one of determination, resilience, and a deep-rooted passion for making a positive impact on the world. His latest venture, National Cycling League, has attracted funding from top-tier investors Kevin Durant, ESPN football analyst Desmond Howard, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins, and Rich Kleiman's Boardroom Sports Holdings.
10/15/2023 • 0
Brad Pelo On Building A $10 Billion Company And Now Co-Producing A Show Viewed By 108 Million Viewers
Brad Pelo's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the power of vision, adaptability, and humility. From his roots in Montana to the global impact of 'The Chosen', Brad's story offers valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. He is now co-producing the very popular show The Chosen, which was initially crowdfunded but now has more than 16,000 investors, including Derral Eves, Dallas Jenkins, and Earl Seals.
10/14/2023 • 0
Pavle Jeremic On Raising $49 Million To Build A Future Of Abundance For The Human Race
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we spoke with Pavle Jeremic, the visionary founder of Aether. Pavle shared his inspiring journey from a unique upbringing to the forefront of bioengineering, driven by a mission to revolutionize industrial productivity. His startup, Aether, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BoxGroup, Gaingels, Jay Zaveri, and Dolby Family Ventures.
10/12/2023 • 31 minutes, 31 seconds
Tom Greenwood On Selling His Fintech Company For $200 Million And Now Raising $83.5 Million To Send Money Anywhere In Real Time
Tom Greenwood's journey from the picturesque beaches of Australia to the epicenter of London's fintech scene is a testament to the global nature of entrepreneurship. Raised in Wellington, New Zealand, Tom's roots in the financial world began at ANZ Bank in Melbourne. Tom's latest startup, Volt, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Augmentum Fintech, EQT Ventures, Titan Capital, and IVP.
10/10/2023 • 0
Harpinder Singh On Selling His Company For $800 Million, Then Selling His Second Startup To Rakuten, And Now Investing In Other Entrepreneurs
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Harpinder Singh shared his incredible entrepreneurial journey, spanning from his roots in India to co-founding two successful startups. His latest venture is Innovation Endeavors, a company that invests in upcoming entrepreneurs with funding and training. Harpinder focuses on visionary founders, transformational technology and disruptive ecosystems, and manages $1.5B.
10/8/2023 • 0
Matthew Darrow On Raising $131 Million To Create The AI-Powered Platform For PreSales
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Matthew Darrow, Co-founder of Vivun, shared his remarkable journey from being an engineer to founding a B2B enterprise software company. His experiences growing up in different parts of the world and his background in engineering laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial spirit. His venture, Vivun, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Tiger Global Management, Salesforce Ventures, Accel, and Menlo Ventures.
10/5/2023 • 0
Sahill Poddar On Raising $94 Million To Enable Small Businesses To Get Funding Against Their Sales
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About Eric Mignot:
Eric Mignot joined Suez in 1994 as an international controller before becoming CFO of Lyonnaise des Eaux Latin America in Argentina. After graduating from INSEAD MBA in 98, he co-founded Certant, a digital consulting firm in Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico. Back in France, he headed the development of CaixaBank in France before merging it with Boursorama. He was MD of Boursorama France for the successful launch of the digital banking activity in 2005. In 2010 he became MD of Hiscox Insurance company for 5 years before founding +Simple, 1st digital insurance broker for SMEs, professionals, and sole traders.
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Alejandro: Alright, hello everyone and welcome to the dealmakerr show. So today. We have a very exciting founder. You know a founder that is building a rocket ship. You know like their introtech. You know he say acquiring companies left and right and is one of the very few that is profitable. So I think that we're going to be learning a lot about building scaling. And everything in between. So I guess without further ado. Let's welcome our guest today Eric Mignot: Minot welcome to the show.
Eric Mignot: Um, thank you hi very nice so to be with you today.
Alejandro: So let's let's do a little of a walk through memory Lane Eric Mignot: so you were born in France so tell us about life growing up.
Eric Mignot: Ah, yeah, actually it was long time ago because I'm 52 now. Um I think it was pretty exciting at that time. Ah, you know a lot of transformation since ah I was born ah in ah in in in France but I always dreamt of. You know going abroad and visiting other countries and going to late in AmEric Mignot:a and I fulfilled my dream a few years later when I left for Mexico and started my career in Mexico.
Alejandro: So how do you? How do you land the Mexico so.
10/3/2023 • 30 minutes, 21 seconds
Sahill Poddar On Raising $94 Million To Enable Small Businesses To Get Funding Against Their Sales
Sahill Poddar's journey has been one of determination, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for making an impact. From tinkering with his first computer to delving into the world of particle physics, Sahill's experiences have shaped him into the entrepreneur he is today. His startup, Parafin, attracted funding from top-tier investors like GIC, Thrive Capital, Atalaya Capital Management, and Ribbit Capital.
10/3/2023 • 0
Sahill Poddar On Raising $94 Million To Enable Small Businesses To Get Funding Against Their Sales
Sahill Poddar's journey has been one of determination, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for making an impact. From tinkering with his first computer to delving into the world of particle physics, Sahill's experiences have shaped him into the entrepreneur he is today. His startup, Parafin, attracted funding from top-tier investors like GIC, Thrive Capital, Atalaya Capital Management, and Ribbit Capital.
10/3/2023 • 0
David Mou On Raising $450 Million To Move Mental Health Care From Clinics To Smartphones
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Alejandro welcomes Dr. David Mou, a distinguished figure in the mental health and entrepreneurship space.
The conversation delves into David's personal journey, insights into mental health for entrepreneurs, the intersection of academia and startups, and his vision for the future of mental healthcare. His company, Cerebral, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Access Industries, Prysm Capital, Artis Ventures, and WestCap.
10/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 12 seconds
Alon Arvatz On Selling His Last Company For $350 Million And Now Raising Millions To Make Cloud Computing Affordable And Efficient
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9/28/2023 • 38 minutes, 4 seconds
John Milad On Raising $400 Million To Build Portable Dialysis Machines For Home Use And Save Lives
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9/26/2023 • 32 minutes, 52 seconds
Dan Shapiro On Selling His Last Company To Google And Now Raising $130 Million To 3D Laser Print Your Ideas
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9/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds
Henry Kim On Raising $200 Million To Move Grocery Shopping To eCommerce Platforms
In this exclusive podcast episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we sit down with Henry Kim, an accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse background in finance, investments, and startups. His startup, Swiftly, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BRV Capital Management, JMI Equity, Total Energies, and Silicon Ventures.
9/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
Philipp Povel On Building A $3 Billion Company And Now Raising Millions To Turn Payments Into Your Growth Engine
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Philipp Povel, a seasoned entrepreneur, shared his incredible journey from Brazil to Germany, and his evolution from investment banking to building successful businesses. His latest venture, Mondu, has attracted millions in funding from top-tier investors like Valar Ventures, Cherry Ventures, Peter Thiel, and FinTech Collective.
9/19/2023 • 40 minutes
Sam Li On Raising $98 Million To Take The Grind Out Of Information Security Compliance
In a recent episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Sam Li, Co-Founder & CEO of Thoropass, shared his remarkable entrepreneurial journey, including his progress from his early days in Shanghai, China, to studying computer science and economics at the University of Virginia and, eventually, founding Thoropass (originally called Laika). Sam successfully raised funding for Thoropass from top-tier investors like Third Prime, Nyca Partners, Fin Capital, and Canapi Ventures.
9/17/2023 • 32 minutes, 12 seconds
Elizabeth Zalman On Raising $80 Million For Her Startups And Authoring A Book About The Truth Of Venture Capital
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9/14/2023 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Daniel Theobald On Raising $128 Million To Have Robots Do The Dirty Work For You
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9/12/2023 • 35 minutes, 31 seconds
Carl Hartmann On Raising The Highest-Ever Seed Round For No-Alcohol Spirits With $11.5 Million In Funding
In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Carl Hartmann, an Australian entrepreneur who has taken his innovative ideas and turned them into two successful businesses. His latest venture, Lyre's Spirit Co has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Futurecraft Ventures, VRD Investment, Doehler Ventures, DLF Venture, and DLF Venture.
9/10/2023 • 34 minutes, 24 seconds
Ramin Shirani On Selling His Last Company For $452 Million And Now Raising $64 Million To Revolutionize Communication Systems For Cars
In this episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, Ramin Shirani, a seasoned entrepreneur with a remarkable journey, shares his inspiring story of going from a young immigrant delivering pizzas to becoming a successful technology innovator in Silicon Valley. Ramin's story is a testament to the American dream, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit.
9/7/2023 • 42 minutes, 33 seconds
Nathan Harding On Building A $600 Million Business And Raising $15 Million To Bring AI And Robotics To Eyelash Extensions
Nathan Harding's journey into the world of innovation began with a simple childhood curiosity. From his early years in Houston, he found himself captivated by the art of deconstructing and fixing things. Little did he know that this innate curiosity would pave the way for a groundbreaking career that would span the realms of mechanical engineering, robotics, and even the beauty industry. His startup, LUUM, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like SaxeCap, XSeed Capital, Foundation Capital, and Handshake Ventures.
9/5/2023 • 30 minutes, 59 seconds
Courtney Guertin On Raising $128 Million To Streamline Human Resource Management
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, where innovation and perseverance are the keys to success, few stories are as inspiring as that of Courtney Guertin. In a recent episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, Guertin shared his remarkable journey from a curious college student to a successful entrepreneur. His story embodies the spirit of determination, growth, and adaptation that characterizes the modern startup landscape. His startup, Ease, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Centana Growth Partners, AWS Impact Accelerator, Google for Startups, and Spectrum Equity.
9/3/2023 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Vishaal ‘V8’ Hariprasad On Raising $225 Million To Rewrite The Rules Around Cyber Risks
In a recent episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with the visionary leader behind V8, a groundbreaking cybersecurity company that is transforming the landscape of digital protection. This conversation delved deep into V8's journey, from its inception to remarkable accomplishments. His venture, Resilience Insurance has attracted funding from top-tier investors like General Catalyst, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Corey Thomas, and Intact Ventures.
8/31/2023 • 31 minutes, 49 seconds
Amar Goel On Building A $600 Million Business And Raising Millions To Supercharge Developers With AI
In the captivating episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, Amar Goel, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary who currently serves as a co-founder and CEO of Bito, shares his inspiring journey through the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. With roots deeply intertwined with Silicon Valley's tech culture, Amar's trajectory unveils a story of innovation, persistence, and the power of adaptability. His venture, Bito, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Reza Behforooz, Eniac Ventures, Cap Table Coalition, and Mohak Shroff.
8/29/2023 • 36 minutes, 17 seconds
Jonathan Winer On Raising Nearly $1 Billion To Pioneer The Future Of Infrastructure
In a recent episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Jonathan Winer, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a wealth of experience spanning across multiple industries. From his humble beginnings as a philosophy student to his pivotal roles in founding startups and shaping innovative infrastructure projects, Jonathan's journey is a testament to the power of unexpected opportunities and the impact of strategic decision-making.
8/27/2023 • 37 minutes, 27 seconds
Janis Zech On Having His Previous Company Acquired For $600 Million And Raising Millions To Boost Your Sales Performance
In the latest episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Janis Zech. As the founder and CEO of various successful startups, including Fyber and Weflow, Janis has demonstrated a remarkable ability to identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and create lasting value.
8/22/2023 • 36 minutes, 43 seconds
Joydeep Sen Sarma On Raising $100 Million For His Last Startup And Now Is Accelerating Collaboration With AI
In the latest episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Joydeep Sen Sarma, a trailblazing entrepreneur who has left an indelible mark on the tech landscape. He is the founder of both Qubole and ClearFeed. From his humble beginnings in Delhi to co-founding successful startups and driving innovation in the world of big data, Joydeep's journey is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit.
8/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds
Zev Eigen On Raising $80 Million To Eliminate Discrimination And Achieve Equity In The Workplace
In a world where artistry, academia, and entrepreneurship intertwine, Zev Eigen, the visionary founder of Syndio, embarked on a journey that would redefine workplace equity. His venture has raised funding from top-tier investors like Voyager Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Penny Jar Capital, and Anita Lynch.
8/18/2023 • 36 minutes, 56 seconds
Robert Krayn On Raising $115 Million To Open Doors To Behavioral And Mental Healthcare
In a recent episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, Robert Krayn, the visionary founder behind Talkiatry, shared his inspiring journey from a middle-class upbringing in New Jersey to revolutionizing the world of behavioral healthcare.
Despite facing numerous challenges, Krayn's determination and innovative thinking led him to build a unique healthcare model that empowers both providers and patients. Talkiatry has raised funding from top-tier investors like Left Lane Capital, Sikwoo Capital Partners, Relevance Ventures, and Yousif Al-Dujaili.
8/15/2023 • 31 minutes, 28 seconds
Alexander Izydorczyk On Raising $62.9M To Make The World’s Economic Data Transparent
In a recent episode of The Dealmakers' Podcast, Alexander Izydorczyk shared his remarkable journey from an academic upbringing in Winnipeg, Canada, to becoming a pioneering force in the data science field. His company, Cybersyn, has successfully created a data-rich ecosystem and raised $62.5M to empower governments, individuals, and businesses. The venture has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Sequoia Capital, Snowflake, and Coatue.
8/14/2023 • 31 minutes, 44 seconds
Ben Boyer On Raising $170 Million to Build UV-C Machines to Kill Pathogens and Save Lives
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8/13/2023 • 47 minutes, 54 seconds
Drew Banin On Building A $4 Billion Business By Helping Analysts Create And Disseminate Organizational Knowledge
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8/8/2023 • 30 minutes, 54 seconds
Tony Pan On Raising $100 Million From Bill Gates And Other Top Investors To Unleash The Power of Clean Energy By Harnessing Hydrogen
In this captivating episode of the Dealmakers' Podcast, we embark on an extraordinary voyage with Tony Pan, a visionary entrepreneur determined to combat climate change through groundbreaking technology. From his early days growing up as the son of a Taiwan Navy officer to founding Modern Hydrogen, Tony's journey has been nothing short of inspiring.
8/6/2023 • 33 minutes, 41 seconds
Henri Asseily On Selling His First Company For $525 Million And Now Empowering The Next Generation Of Entrepreneurs
Henri Asseily, a tech entrepreneur, co-founder of Bizrate, which he sold for $525 million, and active investor, boasts an inspiring journey from his early years in Lebanon to leading innovative tech ventures. His passion for technology and unwavering determination make him a key figure in the global tech landscape. His venture capital firm, Leap Ventures, is investing in startups like Brigad, Instabug, Joust, Enterprise Applications, and Consumer.
8/4/2023 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds
Philipp Roesch-Schlanderer On Raising Close To $400 Million To Create A Smart Workout Solution
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8/3/2023 • 31 minutes, 2 seconds
Nelson Chu On Raising $50 Million To Make Alternative Investments More Transparent And Accessible
Nelson Chu, the co-founder and CEO of Percent, is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and visionary thinking. His journey from New Jersey to the helm of a multimillion-dollar fintech startup underscores his inherent entrepreneurial spirit and his ability to harness past experiences for future successes. Percent has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Forté Ventures, White Star Capital, B Capital, and Vectr.
8/2/2023 • 31 minutes, 1 second
Matias Serebrinsky On His Last Startup Raising Over $100 Million And Investing In Others To Elevate Mental Health
Matias Serebrinsky, the co-founder of Cookunity and PsyMed Ventures, has had an intriguing journey from his birthplace in Argentina to leading two successful ventures in the United States. His experiences as a founder and venture capitalist, coupled with his passion for mental health, have shaped him into a dynamic and innovative leader. his venture, PsyMed Ventures, has funded companies like Freedom Biosciences, Journey Clinical, and Delix Therapeutics.
7/30/2023 • 32 minutes, 3 seconds
Gabe Dominocielo On Raising Over $100 Million To Observe Earth with Unprecedented Fidelity
Gabe Dominocielo, the co-founder of Umbra, has charted an impressive course from his humble beginnings to spearheading a groundbreaking aerospace and defense technology venture which now has the largest constellation on American radar imaging satellites, including the highest resolution commercial satellites in history, raised over $100 million and built a company valued at nearly a billion dollars. Umbra has attracted funding from top-tier investors like DARPA, Nimble Partners, Star Castle Ventures, and 7BC Venture Capital.
7/28/2023 • 28 minutes, 58 seconds
Alex Furman On Building A $12 Billion Company And Raising Millions To Help Maximize Talent
Alex Furman, the co-founder and CEO of Performica and co-founder of Invitae, has had an intriguing journey from his birthplace in the Soviet Union to leading two successful tech-based ventures and a nonprofit supporting Ukrainian refugees. His startup, Invitae, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like SoftBank, Deerfield Management, Genesys Capital, and Decheng Capital.
7/27/2023 • 36 minutes, 40 seconds
Sir Martin Sorrell On Building The Largest Advertising Conglomerates With Over 100,000 Employees
Sir Martin Sorrell, is the mastermind behind the success of WPP and S4 Capital. He has charted an exceptional journey from his birthplace in London to establishing two thriving advertising and marketing services firms. His newest venture S4 Capital has invested in companies like MightyHive, Firewood Marketing, Circus Marketing, and Maverick Digital.
7/26/2023 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds
Ian Shepherd On Securing $50 Million To Amplify YouTube Creators’ Success
Ian Shepherd's journey from a car enthusiast growing up in the UK to the co-founder of Electrify, a company that invests in and scales established YouTube channels, is nothing short of remarkable.
His passion for media and the evolving creator economy has led him to venture into unique territories, creating opportunities for content creators and shaping the future of media consumption. His venture has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Wendell Davis, Interchain Ventures, Tribe, and Jun Hasegawa.
7/23/2023 • 30 minutes, 26 seconds
Nico Simko On Raising $195 Million To Disrupt Wage Accessibility And Pioneer Financial Freedom
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7/21/2023 • 28 minutes, 5 seconds
Thomaz Srougi On Raising $170 Million To Build A Better Future For Healthcare In Brazil
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7/20/2023 • 32 minutes, 6 seconds
Paul Johnson On Selling For $400 Million His Telehealth And Prescription Delivery Startup To 23andMe
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7/19/2023 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Barrett Comiskey On Building An $8 Billion Business By Recreating The Experience Of Reading From Paper In A Digital Format
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7/18/2023 • 28 minutes, 6 seconds
Ralf Wenzel On Building 3 Unicorns, Raising Hundreds Of Millions In Financing, And Revolutionizing Ecommerce
Ralf Wenzel, a serial entrepreneur and visionary investor, is a force to be reckoned with in the global tech industry. His latest venture, Jokr isthe third unicorn company under his accomplished leadership.
7/17/2023 • 44 minutes, 33 seconds
Vishal Sunak On Raising $161 Million To Create An AI-Powered Contract Management Platform
Vishal Sunak, CEO and co-founder of LinkSquares, has raised over $160 million for his thriving startup. His venture has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Catalyst Investors, G Squared, Jump Capital, and Sorenson Capital.
7/16/2023 • 31 minutes, 54 seconds
Ronni Zehavi On Selling His Last Company For $300 Million And Now Raising $425 Million To Disrupt HR
Ronni Zehavi's path to becoming a prominent tech entrepreneur is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and seizing opportunities. Starting his career in human resources, Zehavi took a leap of faith and ventured into the tech industry, ultimately co-founding successful companies and making significant contributions to the field. His latest venture, HiBob, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like General Atlantic, Battery Ventures, Eight Roads, and Bessemer Venture Partners.
7/14/2023 • 38 minutes, 6 seconds
Anders Jones On Raising $158 Million To Help You Maximize Your Financial Outcomes
While growing up in Boston and attending Stanford University, Anders Jones never imagined that his career path would veer away from traditional finance roles towards entrepreneurship. Jones, the cofounder and CEO of Facet Wealth, shared his journey on the DealMakers podcast recently. His venture has attracted funding from top-tier investors like TeleSoft Partners, Durable Capital Partners, Green Cow Venture Capital, and Warburg Pincus.
7/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds
Jonathan Matus On Raising $140 Million To Reduce Road Accidents With AI-Driven Insurance
Jonathan Matus, the founder and CEO of Fairmatic and co-founder of Zendrive, has had a fascinating journey from his birthplace in New York to leading two successful tech-based ventures. His time in the tech industry, studying at prestigious institutions, and serving in the Israeli military have instilled a unique blend of tenacity, vision, and innovative thinking in him. His venture, Fairmatic, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Foundation Capital, Battery Ventures, Bridge Bank, and Aquiline Technology Growth.
7/12/2023 • 34 minutes, 21 seconds
Christian Gaiser On Raising Over $90 Million For His Last Company And Now Raising $60 Million To Bring Some Soul To Travel
Christian Gaiser is the cofounder and CEO of NUMA Group which is a German technology provider for short and mid term rentals and travel accommodations. The company has raised so far over 60 million euros from top tier investors which include DN Capital, Cherry Ventures, or Kreos Capital to name a few. Prior to this, Christian Bonial which raised a strategic investment from Axel Springer.
7/11/2023 • 35 minutes, 49 seconds
Christopher Golec On Selling His First Company For $400 Million And Now Raising Millions To Pioneer B2B Marketing
Christopher Golec is a seasoned entrepreneur with a demonstrated record of fostering innovation and leading successful start-ups. Golec's journey spans from his early days as a chemical engineer to becoming a key figure in the world of fintech, with his co-founding of Demandbase, a pioneering B2B marketing platform, serving as a remarkable testament to his visionary leadership. His venture, Channel99, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like GTMfund, Norwest Venture Partners, Jackson Square Ventures, and Bloomberg Beta.
7/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 50 seconds
Todd McDonald On Raising $120 Million To Spearhead An Open And Trusted Digital Economy
Todd McDonald is the cofounder of R3 which is financial innovation firm dedicated to the design and deployment of DLT to build the new operating system for financial services. The company has raised over $120 million from top tier investors including Intel Capital, Temasek Holdings, and 40 other top tier banks.
7/8/2023 • 31 minutes, 4 seconds
Mattias Hjelmstedt On Building A Billion Dollar Business By Reshaping The Global Music Industry With Transparent Data Solutions
With his latest company valued at over $2.5 billion, Sweden's very own, Mattias Hjelmstedt, has an impressive record in the tech and gaming world. He's contributed significantly to the global e-sports industry, built a myriad of successful digital platforms, and made lasting impacts on the lives of millions of online users. His startup, Utopia Music, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like FiveT Fintech (formerly Avaloq Ventures) and CV VC.
7/7/2023 • 42 minutes, 22 seconds
Kevin Frechette On Raising $80 Million To Deliver An Autonomous Sourcing Solution With AI To The Enterprise Procurement Space
Kevin Frechette brought his sales experience to the startup world, and has built a highly successful venture in a massive industry. The startup, FairMarkit, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Highland Capital Partners, OMERS Growth Equity, GGV Capital, Insight Partners and ServiceNow.
7/6/2023 • 28 minutes, 8 seconds
Diego Caicedo On Raising $100 Million To Build A Scalable Credit System For Companies Of All Sizes
Diego Caicedo is now championing his third industry in Latin America. He not only took his latest startup through an acquisition, but also bought it back, and raised $100M in capital in the process. The venture, KLYM, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like JP Morgan Chase and International Finance Corporation.
7/5/2023 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Amar Sawhney Building Companies Worth Billions And Now Launching A Trio Of Startups To Revolutionize Healthcare
Amar Sawhney has built up an impressive record of startup exits. He’s created billion-dollar companies, sold some, and has taken others public. Now he’s heading up three startups at once. His startup, Rejoni, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Catalyst Health Ventures, Ascension Ventures, Delos Capital, and Sparta Group.
7/4/2023 • 34 minutes, 37 seconds
Bob van Luijt On Raising $70 Million To Unleash AI’s Full Potential By Revolutionizing Generative Models With A Vector Database
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7/3/2023 • 28 minutes, 38 seconds
BJ Johnson On Raising $50 Million To Reimagine Diesel And Save The Planet
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7/2/2023 • 34 minutes, 44 seconds
Jon Sabes On Building His First Company To Over $300 Million Valuation And Now Taking On The $2.5 Trillion Life Insurance Industry
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7/1/2023 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
Doug Brien On Going From Super Bowl Champion To Building A $1 Billion Business
Doug Brien has gone from success in the NFL to kicking his first business through a billion dollar IPO. Now he’s working on an even bigger vision to bring peace of mind to others, for which he’s already raised $200M. His startup, Mynd Management, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, Invesco Real Estate, and Jackson Square.
6/30/2023 • 38 minutes
Alexander Asseily: Unveiling The Genius Behind Billion Dollar Ideas And The Journey Of A Tech Titan
Alexander Asseily has gone from being born in a war zone to creating breakthrough technologies that we use every day. The companies he’s been involved in have raised over $1B in capital, and he’s not done yet. His startup, Lilium, has attracted funding from top-tier investors Aceville, LGT, Atomico, and Lightrock.
6/29/2023 • 49 minutes, 58 seconds
Chase Garbarino On Raising $150 Million To Transform The Workplace Experience
Chase Garbarino has built, sold, and invested in startups since he was in fifth grade. Now he’s taking on the world’s largest asset class. His latest venture, HqO, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like JLL Spark, DivcoWest, Allegion Ventures, and Pagliuca Family Office.
6/28/2023 • 35 minutes, 39 seconds
Amar Kendale On Raising $70 Million To Deliver Healthcare For Rural America
Amar Kendale has already raised $70M for his latest venture. A healthtech startup focusing on a sizable, yet underserved niche, with big potential for impact. His startup, Homeward, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Breyer Capital, Glen Tullman, Human Capital, and Blackstone Group.
6/27/2023 • 38 minutes, 34 seconds
Lluís Cañadell On Raising $60 Million To Streamline Financial Management For Small Businesses
Lluís Cañadell chose to look a crisis in the face and turn it into a huge opportunity to leap into business as an entrepreneur. His startup, Treinta, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Rhombuz VC, Goodwater Capital, Luxor Capital, and Sherwin Gandhi.
6/26/2023 • 30 minutes, 28 seconds
Yannis Niebelschuetz On Raising $330 Million To Democratize Coaching For All Career Levels
Now on his third startup, Yannis Niebelschuetz has already raised tens of millions of dollars to scale his global mission of making coaching more accessible for entrepreneurs and their employees. His venture, CoachHub, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Signals Venture Capital, Holtzbrinck Ventures, Partech, and Speedinvest.
6/25/2023 • 31 minutes, 25 seconds
Steven Wongsoredjo On Raising $106 Million To Revolutionize Retail In Indonesia – Without A Single Store
Steven Wongsoredjo chose a path and market that everyone else has been overlooking. A $200B TAM that he has already been making great headway in. His app, Super, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like TNB AURA, DN Capital, Dorsal Capital, and Softbank Ventures Asia.
6/24/2023 • 35 minutes, 46 seconds
Marcelo Lebre On Building A $3 Billion Business By Empowering Remote Teams Globally
Marcelo Lebre has engineered his way from being turned down for a $20k investment from a startup accelerator to raising half a billion dollars for his growing remote work platform. The venture, Remote, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like 9Yards Capital, Accel, Sequoia, Index Ventures, and SoftBank Vision Fund.
6/23/2023 • 41 minutes, 10 seconds
Rishi Mandal On Raising $100 Million To Mainstream Digital Personal Training
Rishi Mandal knows how to take a startup all the way from being birthed in the garage to being acquired for billions of dollars. The venture, Future, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Fitt Insider, Optum Ventures, Caffeinated Capital, and Trustbridge Partners.
6/22/2023 • 42 minutes, 37 seconds
L.D. Salmanson On Raising $75 Million To Unlock Data-Driven Insights In Real Estate With AI
L.D. Salmanson is a repeat entrepreneur who has been through spinoffs, acquisitions, and is now building his biggest company yet. His new venture, Cherre, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Mark Schwartz, Glilot Capital Partners, Trustbridge Partners, and Navitas Capital.
6/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds
Yan-David (Yanda) Erlich: Inside The $1 Billion Startup Building The Best Machine Learning Tools
Yanda Erlich has now cofounder four venture backed startups. He’s been an angel investor, and a partner at a venture capital firm. Now he’s going at it again with a company that provides the best development tools for creating the next generation of software. His startup, Weights & Biases, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like NVIDIA, Insight Partners, Felicis Ventures, and Coatue.
6/20/2023 • 37 minutes, 36 seconds
Matthew Roberts On Raising $100 Million To Change Your Coffee Experience
Matthew Roberts has brought about one of the biggest revolutions in the coffee and beverage space that we’ve seen since the birth of Starbucks and the frappuccino. His startup, Cometeer, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Greycroft, D1 Capital, Elephant, and Tao Capital Partners.
6/19/2023 • 34 minutes, 56 seconds
Tanis Jorge On Building A $2 Billion Company By Helping You Know Who You Are Doing Business With
Tanis Jorge seems to have come up with a magical recipe for consistently starting and selling businesses rapidly. Her last company raised over half a billion dollars through a Series D round. Now, she’s going even bigger with her latest company that aims to give back to the founder community and equip others to scale successful businesses. The venture, Cofounders Hub, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Blumberg Capital.
6/18/2023 • 35 minutes, 9 seconds
Nick Tuzenko On Raising $170 Million To Disrupt The Future Of Ecommerce
Nick Tuzenko has now raised $170M for his startup which is acquiring ecommerce brands. His venture, Accel Club has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Flyer One Ventures, North Wall Capital, Flashpoint Venture Capital, and Redseed.
6/17/2023 • 37 minutes, 44 seconds
Vicente Zavarce On Raising $70 Million To Deliver Anything To Your Door
Vicente Zavarce has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his LA based startup that is expanding in Latin America, beyond the usual suspects of just Mexico and Brazil. The venture, Yummy, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Y Combinator Continuity Fund, Softbank Ventures Asia, Sovereign's Capital, and Ethos VC.
6/16/2023 • 34 minutes, 10 seconds
Svilen Rangelov On Raising $40 Million From 1,500 Investors To Create The First Cargo Drone Airline
Svilen Rangelov and his brother have already raised tens of millions of dollars for their tech startup that has reinvented the supply chain. Their venture, Dronamics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Speedinvest, European Union, Strategic Development Fund (SDF), and Founders Factory.
6/15/2023 • 31 minutes, 47 seconds
Gaurav Sharma On Selling His First Two Companies For Millions And Raising $56 Million To Automate Your Business
Gaurav Sharma has already started and sold multiple businesses. His latest venture is shaping up to be his largest venture so far. It has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Amit Agarwal, Allison Pickens, Sequoia Capital, and Base10 Partners.
6/14/2023 • 33 minutes, 26 seconds
Kishor Patil On Building A $3.6 Billion Business In India By Disrupting The Future Of Auto Tech
Kishor Patil has dedicated his career to building a lasting company that has gone through an IPO, and is now worth over a billion dollars. His venture, KPIT, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like CX Partners, KPitalism, and Chrys Capital.
6/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds
Luka Ivicevic On Building One Of Europe’s Biggest Online Banks And Now Raising Millions To Personalize Medical Treatments
Luka Ivicevic is now on his third startup. After having his highly successful fintech company acquired, he’s now on a mission to help this generation to live to 150 years old. His latest startup, Index Health, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like LAUNCHub Ventures and Inovo VC.
6/12/2023 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
Jonathan Steinberg On Taking On BlackRock With $92 Billion In Assets Under Management
Jonathan Steinberg has built one of the world’s largest financial services companies, which is also the fourth largest gold manager in the world. His venture, Wisdom Tree, invests in exchange-traded funds (EFTs) via the WisdomTree U.S. LargeCap Fund, WisdomTree U.S. Quality Dividend Growth Fund, and WisdomTree U.S. Multifactor Fund.
6/11/2023 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Elad Gil: From Selling His First Company To Twitter To Becoming The Biggest Solo Venture Capitalist
Elad Gil has now launched two startups of his own. He sold one to Twitter, and has raised almost half a billion dollars for a second. That’s along with investing in some of today’s most successful companies, like Stripe, Airbnb, and Coinbase. His latest startup, Color Genomics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like T. Rowe Price, Kindred Ventures, Pegasus Tech Ventures, and General Catalyst.
6/9/2023 • 42 minutes, 16 seconds
Michelle He On Raising $700 Million To Overturn Financial Norms And Make Affordable Loans Inclusive Using AI
Dr. Michelle He has already raised $700 million for her 3.5-year-old fintech startup that is increasing access to credit and affordable loans, beyond just relying on credit scores.
6/8/2023 • 34 minutes, 41 seconds
Arik Shtilman On Building A $15 Billion Business By Disrupting Traditional Banking With An API
Arik Shtilman is the cofounder and CEO of Rapyd which is a payments platform that inserts fintech services into any app and simplifies
6/7/2023 • 32 minutes, 34 seconds
JP Errico On Going From Patent Attorney To $20 Billion In Sales
JP Errico has developed an incredible amount of IP in the medical space. On the way he has built, financed, sold, and taken companies public. His venture, electroCore, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like American Investment Holdings, Easton Capital Investment Group, Tullis Health Investors, and Knoll Capital Management.
6/6/2023 • 40 minutes
Aviv Leibovici On Raising $106 Million To Transform Construction With AI
Aviv Leibovici took a different route than many of his peers. Yearning to have a real world impact with his work he dove into a big industry that has been begging for modernization. His venture, Buildots, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like TLV Partners, Future Energy Ventures, Maor Investments, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
6/5/2023 • 32 minutes, 49 seconds
Troy Helming On Being The Mastermind Behind $40 Billion In Green Energy: The Untold Story Of A Unicorn Founder
Troy Helming is a Unicorn Founder (with 6 company exits) and a modern-day industrialist. He’s an inventor (60+ patent claims), an elite athlete, an author (1 book + 100s of articles), and a clean energy executive. He’s founded companies that have generated more than $30 Billion of economic impact, and he serves on numerous boards. He's a longtime wellness practitioner & yogi.
6/4/2023 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
Dee Choubey On Taking His Company Public For Close To $3 Billion By Rewiring The American Banking System
Dee Choubey is the cofounder and CEO of MoneyLion which is a mobile banking platform for borrowing, saving, and investing. The company raised over $250 million prior to going public in 2021 from top tier investors which included Edison Partners, DHVC, or Capital One Ventures to name a few.
6/3/2023 • 35 minutes, 26 seconds
Jonathan Chen On Taking His First Company Public For $1.3 Billion And Now Raising $61 Million To Blend Fintech With Healthcare
Jonathan Chen took his previous company FiscalNote public for $1.3 billion and now has raised $61 million for Nitra which is overhauling the healthcare industry with radically efficient and transparent solutions - starting with spend management. So far the company has raised financing from top tier investors such as New Enterprise Associates, Andreessen Horowitz, or Gaingels to name a few.
6/2/2023 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
Aidan Rushby On Raising $110 Million To Shape The Future Of Car Financing
Now on his second startup, Aidan Rushby has raised over $100M to help transform the experience of financing your next car. His new venture, Carmoola, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like QED Investors, VentureFriends, InMotion Ventures, and NatWest.
6/1/2023 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Nick Cromydas On Raising $54 Million To Inject AI And A Network Of Experts Into The Recruitment Process
Nick Cromydas is the cofounder and CEO of Hunt Club which is a talent company that leans on subject matter experts to help clients find their next hire.
5/31/2023 • 30 minutes, 41 seconds
Joey Levy On Raising A $50 Million Series A By Creating The Robinhood Of The Gambling Industry
Joey Levy is now on his third startup. A venture with Jake Paul that went right into raising a $50M Series A round to take over the sports betting space. His venture, SimpleBet, attracted funding from top-tier investors like GoodPaper Ventures, Sachse Family Fund, FJ Labs, and Grit Capital Partners.
5/30/2023 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds
Stuart Lombard On Selling His Company For $770 Million: The Entrepreneur Behind The Smart Home Revolution
Stuart Lombard has built and sold several companies, as well as having been a VC on the other side of the table. His latest venture, ecoBee, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Energy Impact Partners, Thomvest, Relay Ventures and Amazon's Alexa Fund.
5/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 10 seconds
Karl Jacob On Taking On A $13 Trillion Industry After Building And Exiting Multiple Successful Companies
Karl Jacob has now started and sold several companies. Including a $300M acquisition by AT&T. His latest venture has already raised $50M to disrupt and multiple trillion dollar market, thanks to the backing of investors like Richard Branson.
5/28/2023 • 41 minutes, 12 seconds
Keith Peiris On Raising $81 Million To Turn Your Ideas Into Compelling Stories Using AI
Keith Peiris became the CEO of his first company at a very young age. His latest venture has already raised $81M on its mission to help us communicate and understand each other better. The startup, Tome, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Audacious Ventures, Greylock, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Wing Venture Capital.
5/27/2023 • 35 minutes, 33 seconds
Adam Nathan On Raising $49 Million To Help You Skyrocket Your Productivity
Adam Nathan went from working in the White House to launching a tech startup that has raised sizable seed and Series A funding rounds. The venture, Almanac has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Leore Avidar, General Catalyst, Indicator Ventures, and Floodgate.
5/26/2023 • 36 minutes, 23 seconds
Kurtis Lin On Selling His Last Company To Volvo And Now Raising $77 Million To Redefine Credit Scoring
Kurtis Lin has been involved with several successful startups that have had great exits. His latest venture aims to disrupt the way our credit and borrowing power is valued, by using more data. Pinwheel has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Indeed, Coatue, First Round Capital, Upfront Ventures, and Franklin Templeton Investments.
5/25/2023 • 35 minutes, 6 seconds
Peter Majeranowski: The Dyslexic Visionary Turning Waste Into Gold That Raised $70 Million For A Sustainable Clothing Revolution
Even with dyslexia, Peter Majeranowski has invested in building companies all over the world, worked with the Pentagon, and has gone on to raise tens of millions of dollars for his clothing tech startup. The venture, Circ, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Card Sound Capital, 8090 Partners, Alante Capital, and Circulate Capital.
5/24/2023 • 33 minutes, 53 seconds
Andre Glezer And Alan Glezer On Their $43 Million Fintech Revolution That Is Transforming Brazil’s Agricultural Landscape
The Glezer brothers brought their take on fintech to support and fuel a massive market. Their startup, Agrolend, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Lightrock, Barn Investimentos, Provence Capital, and Verde Asset.
5/23/2023 • 33 minutes, 59 seconds
Jack Greco On Building A $2.7 Billion Company That Went Public And Now Investing In Over 200 Startups
Jack Greco built one of the first unicorn startups in a tier two city. After taking that venture public he has gone on to become an angel investor and VC fund manager. His VC, Stealth Venture Fund, has invested in startups like Go Fish Capital, Bounce Imaging, ShearShare, and Patient Pattern.
5/22/2023 • 37 minutes
Pushkar Mukewar On Raising $525 Million To Transform SME Growth And Trade Financing Worldwide
Pushkar Mukewar is helping small and medium sized businesses on three continents survive and scale with his growing fintech platform. The startup, Drip Capital, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Raison Asset Management, Accel Partners, Sequoia Capital, and TI Platform Management.
5/21/2023 • 31 minutes, 22 seconds
Greg Bailey On Creating $28 Billion In Shareholder Value For His Companies And Now Raising $249 Million To Reverse Aging
Greg Bailey has now been involved in an almost dizzying number of startups. Now with his latest venture he is aiming to help you live healthier, and for longer. The startup, Juvenescence, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Longevity Vision Fund, Foresite Capital, Fastforward Innovations, and Grok Ventures.
5/20/2023 • 35 minutes, 4 seconds
Federico Travella On Raising $200 Million To Revolutionize Small Business Financing
Federico Travella went from turning his childhood hobbies into businesses to launching a fintech start that has transacted well over a billion dollars. The company, Novicap, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Fasanara Capital, Techstars, Partech, and The Net Street.
5/19/2023 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Michael Bronfein: From Butcher To Billion-Dollar CEO And The Remarkable Journey Of Success In Business
Michael Bronfein got his start as a butcher in a family supermarket. Since then he has built a billion dollar business, run a multibillion dollar private equity fund, and is now operating a growing wellness company with an emerging portfolio of cannabis based products. The venture, Curio Wellness, will invest in over 50 startups backed by women, minorities and disabled veteran entrepreneurs.
5/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds
Mikhail Kokorich On Doing $2 Billion In Revenues With His First Company, Taking His Second Public, And Now Changing Your Travel Experience
Mikhail Kokorich has created some incredible companies, against great odds. From retail to space, to hydrogen fueled transportation, he has been breaking ground all over the earth, and beyond. His startup, Destinus, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Liquid 2 Ventures, Cornelius Boersch, Quiet Capital, and Cathexis Ventures.
5/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 38 seconds
Rajiv Khemani: The Billion-Dollar Entrepreneur Shaping The Future Of Blockchains And Privacy With $81 Million Series A
Rajiv Khemani has now raised over $500M for his string of successful startups. Including building more than one billion dollar company, and achieving multiple exits. His latest venture, Auradine, has attracted funding from top-tier investors.
5/16/2023 • 38 minutes
Trevor Best On Raising $110 Million To Revolutionize Chemical Manufacturing – And The Planet
Trevor Best ditched the oil fields to take up his role in the fight for climate change. His startup has now raised over $100M on their journey, as they set a fast pace for fueling the transition to greener sources of energy. The venture, Syzygy Plasmonics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures, Equinor Ventures, Goose Capital, and The Engine.
5/15/2023 • 31 minutes, 27 seconds
Srikanth Velamakanni On Breaking Barriers And Building Billion-Dollar Empires As India’s AI Innovator
Srikanth Velamakanni has raised over $685M for his AI startup. A company that has now been working in this space for over 20 years, and raised funding from top-tier investors like TPG Capital Asia, Khazanah Nasional, Apax Partners, and TA Associates.
5/14/2023 • 43 minutes, 49 seconds
Sundie Seefried On Taking Her Company Public And Breaking The Stigma Of Cannabis Banking
Sundie Seefried saw the opportunity to step up and help the underserved cannabis industry with the financial solutions they needed. That has since turned into a public company operating in 40 plus states. The venture, Safe Harbor Financial, has attracted funding from top-tier investors and has recently acquired Abaca.
5/13/2023 • 31 minutes, 37 seconds
Nick Boyle On Raising Billions To Change The Way Our World Is Powered
Nick Boyle has created one of the biggest renewable energy companies in the world. Helping us make the shift from old sources of energy to more sustainable ones. His startup, Lightsource BP, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Entergy Arkansas Llc and NatWest Group.
5/12/2023 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Cem Sertoglu On Building The VC Fund With The Best Performance In European History
After successfully launching and exiting his own startup, Cem Sertoglu has gone on to manage a 200M Euro fund. From which he is looking to write other entrepreneurs their first $5M to $10M checks. The venture, Earlybird Venture Capital, has invested in startups such as TastyUrban, Nosh, and Ariceum Therapeutics.
5/11/2023 • 33 minutes, 54 seconds
Amit Haller On Selling His Last Two Startups And Now Raising $600 Million To Reimagine The Home Building Process
Amit Haller has had startups acquired, taken them public, and is now onto his biggest venture so far. His new startup, Veev, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Khosla Ventures, Western Technology Investment, Bond Capital, and Eclipse.
5/10/2023 • 43 minutes, 15 seconds
Jamieson Christmas On Raising $100 Million To Redefine Your Car Experience With Augmented Reality
Jamieson Christmas has been inspired to make holographic displays a reality since his youth. After starting out bootstrapping his first company, he has since raised over $100M to put his augmented reality technology into the next generation of vehicles. His venture, Envisics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Arcadia Investment, Hyundai Mobis, GM Ventures, and Stellantis Ventures.
5/9/2023 • 30 minutes, 15 seconds
James Tan On Taking His Last Company Public And Now Investing In 4 Of The Biggest Startup Unicorns In Asia
James Tan has gone from startup founder to operating an $80M venture capital fund to fuel the growth of other early-stage ventures today. Now on his third fund, he’s already helped create four unicorn companies. His investment company, Quest Ventures, has funded ION Mobility, Carousell, Carro, and Hepmil.
5/8/2023 • 33 minutes, 33 seconds
Muddu Sudhakar On Selling His Companies For Over $800 Million And Coming To The US From A Small Town In India
Muddu Sudhakar has already enjoyed several of his companies being acquired for hundreds of millions of dollars in value. His latest startup, Aisera, has already raised well over $100M and is on its way to disrupting yet another industry. Which may also be one of the few companies out there that are currently hiring, and in every department. The venture has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Webb Investment Network, World Innovation Lab (WiL), True Ventures, and Thoma Bravo.
5/7/2023 • 34 minutes, 37 seconds
Rob Biederman On Raising $105 Million To Invest In Disruptive B2B Startups
Rob Biederman has gone from founding his own startup to leading a $100M plus venture capital firm that is eager to fund great entrepreneurs, even at the pre-seed stage. The firm, Catalant, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like General Catalyst, Morningside Venture Investments, 40 North Ventures, and Highland Capital.
5/6/2023 • 34 minutes, 42 seconds
Jacob Krogsgaard On Building A $300 Million Company By Converting Wind Into Fuel To Decarbonize The World
Jacob Krogsgaard continues to lead the way in renewable energy through hydrogen. A journey that has seen him start companies, fund and scale them, and take them public. His latest startup, Everfuel, raised funding from top-tier investors like European Commission, Swedish Energy Agency, Force Technology, and Danish Energy.
5/5/2023 • 32 minutes, 1 second
Jussi Salovaara On Creating The World’s Largest Startup Investment Platform With $3.1 Billion In Portfolio Value And 25 Locations
With a presence on every continent, Jussi Salovaara’s firm already has $700M in assets under management, across 15 early-stage startup funds. His funding platform has attracted investors like Eduardo Saverin, Canica, Credit Saison, and Christen Sveaas.
5/4/2023 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds
Daniel Yu On Building A $625 Million Business By Transforming Informal Retail In Africa
Daniel Yu has been championing a huge problem in what may be one of the biggest markets in the world. His startup, Wasoko, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Avenir Growth Capital, Binny Bansal, Catalyst Fund, and Growth/Expansion.
5/3/2023 • 34 minutes, 1 second
David Waxman On Taking His Company Public For $1 Billion In Only 12 Months And Now Investing In Early Technical Teams
David Waxman sold his first company to Microsoft, took his second public for $1B in just 12 months, and then launched an $18M fund to support other investors to capitalize on their startups. His venture capital firm, TenOneTen Ventures, has several co-investors like Act One Ventures, Amplify Private Equity, Correlation Ventures, and Greycroft.
5/2/2023 • 28 minutes, 58 seconds
Ajay Kochhar On Raising $1.3 Billion To Solve The Global Manufacturing Scrap And End-Of-Life Lithium-ion Problem
Before others saw the need or believed it was possible, Ajay Kochhar was working on how to recycle EV batteries. He’s now turned that into a billion-dollar, global, and public company. The venture, Li-Cycle, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like US Department of Energy, Koch Strategic Platforms (“KSP”), and Glencore.
5/1/2023 • 33 minutes, 50 seconds
Ben Lamm On Starting 6 Successful Startups And Now Raising $225 Million To Fix De-Extinction
Ben Lamm has already started a handful of companies, with just as many exits. He is now onto his biggest adventure year. An effort to rewild the planet, which has already attracted $225M in capital and 50 advisors. The startup, Colossal Biosciences, acquired funding from top-tier investors like Thomas Tull, Breyer Capital, Draper Associates, and At One Ventures.
4/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds
Gautam Gupta On Co-Leading A $460 Million Fund Focused On Consumer And Enterprise Startups
Gautam Gupta has gone from VC investor to startup founder and is now back to investing in other entrepreneurs. His $460M fund is open for business and may be one of the few actively looking to fund good startups right now. The fund, TCV, has invested in companies like ByteDance, Cognite, Celonis, and Klarna.
4/29/2023 • 35 minutes, 20 seconds
Don Muir On Raising $180 Million To Disrupt Wall Street
Don Muir made the leap from traditional investment banking and private equity, to disrupting the traditional financial services space for the tech ecosystem. His startup, Arc Technologies, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Bain Capital Ventures, Torch Capital, Y Combinator, and Clocktower Technology Ventures.
4/28/2023 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
Joe Spector On Building A $2.3 Billion Company And Now Raising Millions To Bring Telehealth To Pets
Joe Spector has helped take his first startup from zero to being worth over a billion dollars. Then after taking that company public, he decided to apply his experience to helping pet owners and veterinarians too. His latest, startup, Dutch Pet Inc., has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Forerunner Ventures, Adapt Ventures, and Eclipse Ventures.
4/27/2023 • 42 minutes, 7 seconds
Nadayar Enegesi On Building A $2 Billion Company And Now Creating A Platform To Enable Africans To Live Well
Nadayar Enegesi has gone from building companies out of Canada, back to the entrepreneurial hotbed of Nigeria for his biggest startup venture yet. His new company, Eden Life, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like EXPERT DOJO, Goodwater Capital, Village Global, and Google for Startups.
4/26/2023 • 30 minutes, 32 seconds
Ramji Srinivasan On Selling His Last Company For $375 Million And Raising Millions To Make Immune Measurements Routine
Ramji Srinivasan is now on his second big startup and is working to help people extend their lives. His latest venture, Teiko, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Altitude Lab, Tau Ventures, Founders Fund, and Pathfinder.
4/25/2023 • 36 minutes, 5 seconds
Veteran Joseph Riley On Raising $400 Million To Offer Short-Term Rentals In Underserved Areas
Joseph Riley has become a master of turning challenges into profitable opportunities. Including building a big real estate startup that has raised hundreds of millions of dollars. The venture, Patriot Family Homes, acquired funding from top-tier investors like TRT Holdings and Miramar Holdings.
4/24/2023 • 31 minutes, 30 seconds
Davis Siksnans On Building A $1 Billion Company By Turning Your Ideas Into Premium Products
Davis Siksnans built his own unicorn startup before becoming an investor to help other entrepreneurs maximize the potential of their own ventures. His initial startup, Printful, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Bregal Sagemount, Latham & Watkins, and Goodwin Procter.
4/23/2023 • 32 minutes
Andrew Lacy On Raising $80 Million To Save Lives With Proactive Cancer Screening
Andrew Lacy sold his first company to Disney. Now he’s working to transform the healthcare system with his newest venture, Prenuvo. The startup has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Anne Wojcicki, Tony Fadell, Cindy Crawford, and Steel Perlot.
4/22/2023 • 40 minutes, 36 seconds
Antonio Juliano On Raising $87 Million To Help You Trade Crypto For Free
Antonio Juliano has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his tech startup that is forging the future of finance. The venture, dYdX, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like beToken Capital, BR Capital, CMS Holdings, and CMT Digital.
4/21/2023 • 45 minutes, 44 seconds
Satyen Kothari On Selling His Last Company For $130 Million And Now Raising Millions To Help Others Build Wealth
Satyen Kothari has raised capital, sold companies, and now wants to help others to build their own wealth and enjoy more peace of mind. His latest venture, Cube Wealth, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Beenext, Asuka Holding, and 500 Startups.
4/20/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds
Drew Oetting On Building An $8 Billion Venture Capital Firm To Invest In Startups That Are Fixing Our Broken World
Drew Oetting is one of the biggest forces providing the financial fuel this new generation of fast-growing, super-sized startups need to make it. His venture capital firm, 8VC, has invested in startups like Unlearn, Chaos, Tome, and Ushur.
4/19/2023 • 33 minutes, 10 seconds
Mance Harmon On Raising $124 Million To Power The Next Generation Of The Web
After two previous successful exits, Mance Harmon is now on his third startup. One which has quickly grown to become a multi-billion dollar venture that aims to be the platform for tokenizing everything. The venture, Hedera Hashgraph, Has raised financing from top-tier investors like Boeing HorizonX Ventures, Vestinwolf Financial Holdings, Digital Currency Group, and Tata Communications.
4/18/2023 • 45 minutes, 8 seconds
Ravi Parikh On Building A $900 Million Business And Now Raising $40 Million To Save Companies Engineering Time
Ravi Parikh is now on his second startup venture. After having built a very successful first company, he is now working to streamline development for other businesses, so they can move faster, and focus on what matters most. The company, Airplane, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Andrew Ofstad, Jaren Glover, Thrive Capital, and Guillermo Rauch.
4/17/2023 • 42 minutes, 33 seconds
Billionaire Naveen Jain On His Framework For Building A Successful Company
Naveen Jain has created a whole string of successful startups. Now with his seventh venture, he is tackling a problem faced by eight billion people around the world. The startup, Viome, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Glico, Khosla Ventures, WestRiver Group, and Physician Partners.
4/16/2023 • 43 minutes, 52 seconds
Alan Chang On Raising $78 Million To Accelerate Renewable Energy Adoption Globally
After leading another great startup to scale and become profitable as their CRO, Alan Chang has raised tens of millions of dollars to take on what is perhaps the largest and most impactful industry on the planet. His startup, Tesseract, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Woorton, Accel, Balderton Capital, and LeadBlock Partners.
4/15/2023 • 32 minutes, 8 seconds
Omer Davidi On Raising $64 Million To Improve The Health Of Bees With Machine Learning
Having already started and sold two companies, Omer Davidi is now working on his biggest project yet. One that he believes will be responsible for most of the food production in the world. His startup, Bee Hero, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Firstime, Rabobank, Cibus Capital, and General Mills.
4/14/2023 • 30 minutes, 52 seconds
Andy Bromberg On Raising $100 Million To Put Your Money Back To Work For You
Andy Bromberg is now on his third startup. One which has already raised $100M from top investors, to make the financial services space simpler, and more accessible to everyone, everywhere. His latest venture, Eco, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners, StartX, Formless Capital, and Blockchange Ventures.
4/13/2023 • 32 minutes, 36 seconds
Stephanie Tilenius On Running An $8 Billion Operation At eBay And Now Raising $200 Million To Prevent Health Issues
Stephanie Tilenius successfully led her first startup through an IPO. Now she is taking on the healthcare space, which makes up 20% of GDP in the United States. Her latest venture, Vida Health, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Centene, Lumir Ventures, Hamilton Lane, and Canvas Ventures.
4/12/2023 • 30 minutes, 58 seconds
Jordan Noone On Building A $4 Billion Business By 3D Printing Rockets And Investing In Space Tech Startups
Jordan Noone was the youngest person in the world to get FAA clearance to fly a rocket into space. His venture capital firm, Embedded Ventures, has funded startups like Slingshot Aerospace (Series A Round), Chromatic, and KittyCAD.
4/11/2023 • 37 minutes, 52 seconds
Daniel Khachab On Raising $336 Million To Bring Transparency To How Food Moves Around The Planet
Daniel Khachab built a billion Euro business in just three years. His startup, Choco, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Insight Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, Target Global, and G Squared.
4/10/2023 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
Rob Frohwein On Selling His Last Company For $850 Million And Now Raising Millions To Improve Employee Retention
Rob Frohwein has been starting businesses since he was in high school. Now he’s helping other business owners with their finances. His latest fintech startup, Keep Financial Technologies, has acquired funding from investors like Launchpad Capital, Cambrian Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, and Thomvest Ventures.
4/9/2023 • 37 minutes, 13 seconds
Santiago Molina On Raising $85 Million To Bridge The Trade Finance Gap In LATAM
Now on his second startup, Santiago Molina’s latest venture has raised tens of millions of dollars, to facilitate the movement of $90B in merchandise. His latest venture, FinKargo, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Community Investment Management, ONEVC, Maya Capital, and Pear VC.
4/8/2023 • 31 minutes, 52 seconds
Brian Fenty On Building A $500 Million A Year Business By Connecting Culture To Commerce
Brian Fenty has been on both sides of the table as an investor and entrepreneur. He has leveraged that experience, as well as his love for culture, to build an incredible business that delivers six-star experiences. His startup, TodayTix, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Great Hill Partners, Rubicon Venture Capital, TYLT Lab, and Riverside Company.
4/7/2023 • 34 minutes, 34 seconds
Philip Kelvin On Raising $100 Million To Transform How Your Business Pays For Service
Philip Kelvin has gone from studying history to investment banking to launching his own startup that seems incredibly well-timed to help others through today’s financial turmoil. The venture, Tranch, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Y Combinator, Global Founders Capital, Soma Capital, and Clear Haven Capital Management
4/6/2023 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
James Lochrie On Selling His First Company For $400 Million And Now Helping Startups Scale Globally
James Lochrie achieved one of the biggest startup exits in Canada with his first company. Now he is investing in other founders to help them bring their world-changing ideas to life. The firm, Thin Air Labs, has invested in startups like Clinify, PayShepherd, Rehabtronics, PhenoTips.
4/5/2023 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
Ron Gula On Building A $5 Billion Business And Now Investing In Companies That Protect The Nation’s Cyberspace
Ron Gula built a multi-billion dollar business that went public. Now he is helping other founders make their startups succeed as an investor. His venture, Gula Tech Ventures, has invested in companies like Second Front Systems, North American Wave Engine Corporation, Cybrary, and ShardSecure.
4/4/2023 • 34 minutes, 45 seconds
Shensi Ding On Raising $75 Million To Create One Single API For All Integrations
Shensi Ding has already raised $75M for her tech startup. Even though they chose to get started in the middle of the COVID crisis. Her startup, Merge, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Alameda Research, Evening Fund, Addition, and New Enterprise Associates.
4/3/2023 • 28 minutes, 41 seconds
Uri Kolodny On Raising $200 Million To Resolve Privacy And Scalability In Blockchain
Uri Kolodny is now on his third startup. He’s now working on his biggest and boldest tech venture so far. His startup, Starkware, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Alameda Research, Coatue, Greenoaks, and Tiger Global Management.
4/2/2023 • 31 minutes, 8 seconds
Gene Hoffman On Selling His Last Business For $100 Million And Now Raising $80 Million To Build A Better Blockchain
Gene Hoffman has started and sold several startups. As well as becoming one of the youngest CEOs of a public company in the United States ever. His latest venture, Chia Network, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like True Ventures, Richmond Global Ventures, Breyer Capital, and Naval Ravikant.
4/1/2023 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Gregory Sewitz On Raising Raised $100 Million To Create Childlike Cereal For Grown Ups
Gregory Sewitz is now on his second food startup. Since selling his first company, he has raised $100M to make your breakfast both healthy and delicious. Gregory's latest startup, Magic Spoon has attracted funding from top-tier investors like HighPost Capital, Siddhi Capital, Coefficient Capital, and The Chainsmokers.
3/31/2023 • 30 minutes, 29 seconds
Dan Teran On Selling His Company To WeWork For $220 Million And Now Raising $25 Million To Invest In Mission-Driven Founders
Dan Teran took the leap from legal to tech, sold his company for over $200M, and then leaped from entrepreneur to startup investor. His venture capital, Gutter Capital, supports early-stage and mission-driven startups preferring to invest in the education, health, economic mobility, and housing sectors.
3/30/2023 • 35 minutes, 36 seconds
Tom Ellis On Raising $450 Million To Address The Healthcare Workforce Shortage
Tom Ellis has gone from bootstrapping his business to finding alternative financing methods to grow and secure big private equity deals. His startup, ShiftKey, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Clearlake Capital Group, Health Velocity Capital, Lorient Capital, and Pantheon Ventures.
3/29/2023 • 29 minutes, 33 seconds
Michael Ronen On Leading SoftBank’s $100 Billion Vision Fund For Startups And Now Raising $150 Million To Transform Online Businesses
Michael Ronen has gone from investor to entrepreneur and back again. During which he helped the massive Vision Fund, and raised over $100M for his own venture. His startup, Branded, has attracted financing from top-tier investors like Kreos Capital, Lurra Capital, Target Global, and Declaration Partners.
3/28/2023 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
Eliot Horowitz On Building MongoDB Into A $14 Billion Business And Now Raising $42 Million To Bring Robotic Ideas To Life
Eliot Horowitz is now on his third startup. After building a billion-dollar company and taking it public, he is now creating the technology that is fueling a new generation of robotics startups. His latest venture, Viam, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Union Square Ventures, 12 West Capital, Tiger, and Union Square.
3/27/2023 • 37 minutes, 12 seconds
Rishi Bhargava On Selling His First Startup For $560 Million And Now Raising $53 Million To Make Login Likable On The Internet
Rishi Bhargava exited his first company for $560M. Then raised a seed round for his latest venture, which is more than 20x the average size for a brand-new startup. The startup, Demisto, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Accel, ClearSky Security, Palo Alto Networks, and Greylock.
3/26/2023 • 33 minutes, 25 seconds
Waseem Daher On Selling His First Business To Oracle, His Second To Dropbox And Now Raising $160 Million To Simplify Accounting
Waseem Daher sold his first startup to Oracle and the second to Dropbox. He’s now raised millions of dollars from some incredible investors to help other founders grow their companies by handling their backend office and accounting needs. His latest startup, Pilot, has attracted funding from top-tier financiers like Akkadian Ventures, Empede Capital, Whale Rock Capital, and Jeff Bezos.
3/24/2023 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds
Bibhrajit Halder On Raising $68 Million To Accelerate Autonomous Mining And Construction
Bibhrajit Halder has been a big part of the autonomous wave taking over the world. He’s already raised nearly $70M for his own AI software company that is helping to build the future. The startup has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Brick & Mortar Ventures, Newlab, Autotech Ventures, and Vimson Group.
3/23/2023 • 30 minutes, 30 seconds
Alexandra Zatarain On Raising $160 Million To Improve Your Sleep Performance
Alexandra Zatarain is on a mission to help others optimize their sleep for their best lives using new software and hardware technology. His startup, Eight Sleep, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Jesse Robbins, Kris Bryant, Anthony Pompliano, and Sophia Amoruso.
3/22/2023 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
Imran Khan On Raising $140 Million To Make The Discovery Of Independent Brands Easier
Imran Khan went from becoming one of the youngest managing directors at JP Morgan to taking Snap through raising $4B, and becoming an entrepreneur himself. His venture, Verishop, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Lion Capital, Cassius Family Fund, Upfront Ventures, and DCM Ventures.
3/21/2023 • 32 minutes, 54 seconds
Ryan Morris On Raising $485 Million To Optimize How Humanity Uses Energy
Ryan Morris has been on both sides of the table as an investor and an operator. His latest venture has already raised close to half a billion dollars to tackle a huge problem. The company, Turntide Technologies, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like JLL Spark, OGCI Climate Investments, FootPrint Coalition, and Keyframe Capital Partners.
3/20/2023 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds
Jai Shekhawat On Selling His Business To SAP For $1 Billion And Now Advising Entrepreneurs To Achieve Their Own Success
Jai Shekhawat has built, funded, and sold companies. Now he’s investing in and advising other entrepreneurs on their own ventures. His startup, Fieldglass, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Madison Dearborn Partners, SAP, HLM Venture Partners, and Grotech Ventures.
3/19/2023 • 34 minutes, 35 seconds
Sasha Orloff On Raising $1 Billion For Previous Companies And Now Creating The First Smart Accounting Software
Sasha Orloff built his first two companies at the same time. Now he’s helping other founders figure out the financial puzzle they face on the startup journey. His latest venture, Mission Lane, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Oaktree Capital Management, Gramercy Ventures, QED Investors, and Goldman Sachs.
3/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 1 second
Greg Marsh On Selling His First Startup For $250 Million And Raising Millions To Manage Your Household Bills
Greg Marsh previously founded and sold for $250 million OneFineStay. He is now the cofounder and CEO of Nous which is a software company that deals with household utilities. The company has raised millions from investors such as Mosaic Ventures.
3/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 40 seconds
Bruce Smith On Raising $288 Million To Create The Ultimate Home Gym Must-Have
Bruce Smith has gone from competitive rowing and coaching to leading a connected fitness startup that has raised $300M and is better for you than a Peloton bike. His venture, Hydrow, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Constitution Capital Partners, Sandbridge Capital, Activant Capital, and Rx3 Growth Partners.
3/14/2023 • 32 minutes, 40 seconds
Caesar Sengupta On Leaving Google To Raise $90 Million To Give You Financial Superpowers
Caesar Sengupta left working at Google with seven other cofounders to create a digital family office and democratize financial services. His venture, Arta Finance, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Coatue, Betsy Cohen, Sequoia Capital India, and Ribbit Capital.
3/13/2023 • 30 minutes, 35 seconds
Dr. Eric Whitaker On Raising $190 Million To Bring Healthcare To Underserved Populations
Dr. Eric Whitaker has gone from physician to private equity and is now a three-time startup founder. His latest venture, Zing Health, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Town Hall Ventures, Leavitt Equity Partners, Newlight Partners, and Health2047.
3/12/2023 • 37 minutes, 17 seconds
Keith Teare On Building Two Billion Dollar Companies And Now Using AI To Change Venture Investing
Keith Teare has been one of the most influential founders behind today’s technology and startup ecosystem. Now he’s changing things again with his new AI-powered fintech that is changing the DNA of the venture capital space. The company, SignalRank, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Candou Ventures, AltaIR Capital, Blake Grossman, and Charlie Jadallah.
3/10/2023 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
Jim McKelvey On Co-Founding A $40 Billion Business And Now Raising $20 Million To Erase Paywalls
Jim McKelvey has now started close to a dozen different for-profit and nonprofit ventures, including Square. Now he’s tackling the problems we face on the internet every day, with the backing of Peter Theil as an investor. His venture has also attracted funding from other financiers like GGV Capital, Morgan Stanley, Vanguard Group, and Omega Venture Partners.
3/9/2023 • 37 minutes, 12 seconds
Ty Harris And Matt Wielbut On Raising $200 Million To Save Homeowners $100 Billion A Year
Ty Harris and Matt Wielbut came together around a shared problem to launch their own insurtech startup that has already raised $200M. The venture, Openly, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like MTech Capital, Gradient Ventures, Obvious Ventures, and Clocktower Technology Ventures.
3/8/2023 • 34 minutes, 24 seconds
Christer Holloman On Raising $50 Million To Give You More Choices When Managing Your Finances
Christer Holloman has raised tens of millions of dollars for his fintech startup, including achieving 100% oversubscribed funding rounds. The venture, Divido, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Silicon Valley Bank UK, Dawn Capital, SBI Investment, and ING Ventures.
3/7/2023 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
Ethan Agarwal: From 120 Investor Rejections To Raising $100 Million, Starting Two Companies, And Selling One Of Them
Ethan Agarwal sold his first company after raising $70M for it. He’s now championing the area of financial health for entrepreneurs and others who need a modern approach to investing that understands their needs and aspirations. His venture, Aaptiv, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Insight Partners, Warner Music Group, Bose Ventures, and Amazon Alexa Fund.
3/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds
Howard Lerman On His Last Company Being Valued At $1 Billion And Raising $50 Million To Design The Future Of Work
Howard Lerman has been building and selling companies since he was in college. After taking his last venture through an IPO, he has launched a new startup helping to solve the future of work dilemma that many are debating right now. His startup, Yext, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Insight Venture Partners, WGI Group, CrunchFund, and Grape Arbo VC.
3/5/2023 • 40 minutes, 31 seconds
Sacha Michaud On Cofounding A Business Of 4,000 Employees That Just Sold For $2.6 Billion To Delivery Hero
Sacha Michaud has not only been involved in the birth of several startups but has ended up seeing them go public as well. His latest venture, Glovo, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like GR Capital, Lugard Road Capital, Drake Enterprises, and Delivery Hero.
3/3/2023 • 33 minutes, 46 seconds
Nikita Shamgunov On Building A $1 Billion Business And Now Raising $54 Million To Create A Cloud-Native Database Service
Nikita Shamgunov built a $100M revenue company, before joining Khosla Ventures to invest in other startups. Now he is going at it again, with a new tech startup that has raised $54M in just 16 months. The company, SingleStore, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Prosperity7, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Dell Technologies Capital, and Insight Partners.
3/2/2023 • 43 minutes, 41 seconds
Elli Kaplan On Raising $60 Million To Keep Your Mind Sharp And Memory Intact
Elli Kaplan has already raised tens of millions of dollars to take on one of the biggest and fast-growing healthcare challenges we face today. Including investments from top investors like Peter Thiel. Her venture, Neurotrack, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like AME Cloud Partners, Rethink Impact, Sozo Ventures, and SOMPO Holdings.
3/1/2023 • 32 minutes, 39 seconds
Bharath Krishnamoorthy On Raising $165 Million To Simplify Payments In A $10 Trillion Industry
Bharath Krishnamoorthy has gone from a young rebel to working for one of the world’s top M&A law firms, to a startup entrepreneur. His venture, Denim, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Crosslink Capital, REFASHIOND Ventures, Anthemis, and Trucks VC.
2/28/2023 • 34 minutes, 25 seconds
George Mancheril On Raising $200 Million To Fund The Future Of Cannabis
George Mancheril took the leap from working in traditional finance to launching a fintech startup that provides crucial funding for businesses in the cannabis space. His venture, Bespoke Financial, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Robert Stavis, Cosmic Venture Partners, Philip Barach, and Greenhouse Capital Partners.
2/26/2023 • 32 minutes, 45 seconds
Barrett Bilotta On Raising $350 Million To Accelerate The Transition To Clean Energy
Barrett Bilotta raised hundreds of millions in capital for his energy company in the past year alone. Today, they are enjoying hypergrowth as they expand from the northeast into other parts of the country. The venture, Agilitas Energy, has attracted financing from the top-tier investor, CarVal Investors, and has recently acquired New England Battery Storage.
2/24/2023 • 41 minutes, 27 seconds
Nicolaus Radford On Raising $125 Million To Develop The Future Underwater Robotics
Nicolaus Radford has now launched three startup ventures. Including a marine robotics company that has raised over $100M through its IPO. The startup, Nauticus Robotics, has attracted financing from top-tier investors like Schlumberger Limited, AeroVironment, Transocean, and Iain Cooper.
2/23/2023 • 35 minutes, 36 seconds
Illia Polosukhin On Raising $550 Million To Create A Highly Scalable Blockchain Network That Powers The Open Web
Illia Polosukhin has already raised over half a billion dollars for his startup that pivoted from AI to blockchain technology. His venture, NEAR Protocol, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Blockchange Ventures, ParaFi Capital, MetaWeb Ventures, and Republic Capital Group.
2/21/2023 • 36 minutes, 18 seconds
Chris Dean On Selling His Last Business For $200 Million And Now Raising $70 Million To Enable Banks To Innovate
Chris Dean has taken several companies through successful exits. Now he’s working on his biggest project yet. One which has already attracted tens of millions of dollars in investment, and moves billions of dollars each month. The startup, Treasury Prime, has interested investors like The Banc Capital, Invicta Growth, Deciens Capital, and QED Investors.
2/19/2023 • 30 minutes, 29 seconds
Casper Rasmussen On Raising $60 Million To Power The Infrastructure Of Electric Vehicles
Casper Rasmussen has gone from consultant to founder and raised tens of millions of dollars for his fast-growing business, which has already expanded into eight countries in just two and a half years. The startup, Monta, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Energize Ventures, Pale Blue Dot, Headline, and Creandum.
2/16/2023 • 27 minutes, 17 seconds
Oliver Kharraz On Raising Almost $400 Million To Connect You With A Local Doctor That Takes Your Insurance
Oliver Kharraz’s health tech startup has not only attracted hundreds of millions of dollars in investments but has become the largest provider of its kind. The venture, Zocdoc, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Amazon's Jeff Bezos, Khosla Ventures, and Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff.
2/14/2023 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
Karl Siebrecht On Building A $1 Billion Business By Offering On-Demand Warehousing Space For Online Retailers
Karl Siebrecht not only helped take one company through a $6B acquisition to Microsoft, but has gone on to raise almost a quarter of a billion dollars for his latest tech startup. The venture, Flexe, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BlackRock, Prologis Ventures, Madrona Ventures, and Activate Capital.
2/12/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds
Scott Gravelle On Raising $230 Million To Create The Future Of Supply Chain
Scott Gravelle has now raised well over $200M to forge the future of manufacturing automation and the next generation of the supply chain. His venture, Attabotics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Export Development Canada, Teachers’ Venture Growth, Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF), and Honeywell.
2/9/2023 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds
Stephany Kirkpatrick On Raising $85 Million To Create A Frictionless Solution To Move Your Money
Stephany Kirkpatrick has built a career out of fintech and transforming legacy businesses and infrastructure into modern platforms that can support a new generation of business and products. All while helping millions to enjoy instant payments. Her venture, Orum, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Inspired Capital Partners, Clocktower Technology Ventures, Homebrew, and Canapi Ventures.
2/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 4 seconds
Christina Cacioppo On Building A $1.6 Billion Business By Simplifying Cybersecurity Compliance
Christina Cacioppo has gone from academia to a VC firm to becoming an operator. Leveraging that breadth of experience, she has not only raised $200M for her own venture, but is also helping other software startups launch and accelerate themselves. The startup, Vanta, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like CrowdStrike, Y Combinator, Craft Ventures, and Diogo Monica.
2/5/2023 • 33 minutes, 57 seconds
Austen Allred On Raising $100 Million To Create A Proven Path To A Well-Paying Job
Austen Allred is on a mission to help people level up their skills and incomes, and his startup is helping thousands of them find new roles in tech fields, online. The venture, BloomTech, raised funding from Gigafund, a top-tier financier.
2/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 25 seconds
Michael Fey On Building A $1.3 Billion Business By Giving Companies Complete Control Over The Browser
Mike Fey has gone from playing soccer to writing software to building really big businesses. His venture, Island, attracted funding from top-tier financiers like Insight Partners, Sequoia Capital, Stripes, and Cisco Investments.
1/31/2023 • 37 minutes, 31 seconds
Pete Flint On Selling His Last Company For $3.5 Billion And Now Raising $1 Billion To Invest In Other Entrepreneurs
Pete Flint has taken two companies through IPOs, as well as taking one through a $3.5B merger. Now he is heading up his own venture capital fund to help empower the next generation of founders. The initiative, NFX, raised a total of $1.1B across 5 funds, their latest being NFX Capital Co-Investment SPV.
1/29/2023 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds
Brian Requarth On Selling His Company For $640 Million And Now Helping World-Class Companies In LATAM
Since growing and selling a company for 10 figures, Brian Requarth has created a community and fund for other entrepreneurs aspiring to create highly successful startups of their own. His company, Latitud, attracted funding from top-tier investors like David Vélez, Carlos Garcia, Ann Williams, and Daniel Vogel.
1/26/2023 • 54 minutes, 44 seconds
Des Traynor On How His Team Raised $241 Million To Connect You With Your Customers At The Best Possible Time
Des Traynor is the cofounder of Intercom which creates modern Customer Service software that redefines how businesses support their customers. The company has raised over $241 million from top tier investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Bessemer Venture Partners, or Index Ventures to name a few.
1/24/2023 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds
Eytan Bensoussan On Raising $90 Million To Create The Netflix For Banking
Eytan Bensoussan has taken on the mission of reinventing financial services for small businesses, and dramatically increasing their survival rates. His startup, NorthOne, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kaiser Permanente Ventures, Operator Stack, Drew Brees, and Battery Ventures.
1/22/2023 • 31 minutes, 37 seconds
Mike Evans On Building GrubHub Into A $7 Billion Business And Now Raising Millions To Fix Your Home
Mike Evans raised $84M for his first startup, before taking it public. He’s now working on a new gender-inclusive venture that is creating jobs at a great scale. The company, Grubhub, gas acquired funding from top-tier investors like Amazon, Yum!, T. Rowe Price, and Mesirow Financial.
1/19/2023 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds
Shelby Clark On Building Turo Into A $1 Billion Business And Investing In Startups That Make Humanity More Resilient
Shelby Clark raised over half a billion dollars for his first company. Now he has switched to the other side of the table to invest in new emerging medicines and as a startup investor. His startup, Turo, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Expansion Venture Capital, Webb Investment Network, Quiet Capital, and General Motors.
1/17/2023 • 34 minutes, 33 seconds
Gurjeet Singh On Selling His Last Company For Millions And Now Raising $37 Million To Identify The Best Sperm With AI And Improve IVF Outcomes
Gurjeet Singh funded, scaled, and sold his first startup. Now he has raised $37M to make IVF treatment more customer-focused, reliable, and attainable for those eager to have children. Oma Robotics has acquired Free Solo Ventures, Global Asset Capital, Jack Tai, and Jon Symonds.
1/15/2023 • 33 minutes, 21 seconds
Phil Libin On Building Evernote To 200 Million Users And Now Raising $140 Million To Make Virtual Meetings Better
Phil Libin has already launched and sold several startups. His latest venture aims to bring even more great products to life. The startup, All Turtles, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like General Catalyst and Bossanova Investimentos.
1/13/2023 • 44 minutes, 6 seconds
Court Lorenzini On Building Docusign Into An $11 Billion Business By Simplifying e-Signatures
Court Lorenzini is a true serial entrepreneur. With several successful exits under his belt, including building one company with a market cap of over $60B, he has certainly created an impressive portfolio of startups. His latest venture, MetaBrite, has attracted financing from top-tier investors like Duke Angel Network, Camp One Ventures, and Acorn Ventures.
1/10/2023 • 38 minutes, 4 seconds
Chris Maurice On Raising $57 Million To Help You Make Instant And Cheap Cross-Border Payments
Chris Maurice has built a disruptive fintech serving the people of Africa. A startup that has already raised close to $60M as it strives to make peer-to-peer payments even more affordable for everyone. The venture, Yellow Card attracted funding from top-tier investors like Polychain, Valar Ventures, Pat Duffy, and Third Prime.
1/8/2023 • 37 minutes, 38 seconds
Eric Satz On Raising $70 Million To Help Americans Invest Better For Retirement
Eric Satz is a serial entrepreneur who sold one of his companies for $560M. His latest venture, which is empowering individuals to invest in more alternative assets with great tax advantages, has already rasied $70M through a Series B round. The venture, Alto, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Unusual Ventures, Alpha Edison, Foundation Capital, and Acrew Capital.
1/5/2023 • 49 minutes, 38 seconds
Omri Geller Raising $118 Million To Help Teams Manage And Optimize Their AI Infrastructure
Omri Geller’s startup is helping fuel the growth of artificial intelligence, by equipping others to build better and faster. His venture, Run:AI, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Insight Partners, S Capital, and TLV Partners.
1/1/2023 • 41 minutes, 55 seconds
Andrew Ponec On Raising $80 Million To Stop Climate Change For The Future Of Humanity
Andrew Ponec sold his first startup after just four years. Now he has raised $80M to tackle climate change in a $100B a year industry. His venture, Antora Energy, has attracted financing from top-tier investors like Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Lowercarbon Capital, and Energy giant Shell’s venture arm.
12/27/2022 • 33 minutes, 35 seconds
Rafael Stark On Raising $61 Million To Create The First Challenger Bank For Enterprises
Rafael Stark is now on his second tech startup. This time around, he has already raised tens of millions of dollars from the likes of Jeff Bezos, and business leaders from Slack and Coinbase. His venture, Hummingbird, has attracted investment from top-tier financiers like Rahul Mehta, Ribbit Capital, Bezos Expeditions, and Lachy Groom.
12/25/2022 • 39 minutes, 4 seconds
Ryan Begin On Selling A Startup That Protects The Value Of Food For $200 Million
Ryan Begin recently exited his startup to a private equity firm for $200M. A venture that’s all about diverting what would be wasted food. The company, Divert, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Ara Partners, GIC, and Ontario Power Generation. Eventually, it was acquired by Ara Partners.
12/20/2022 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
Luca Ferrari On Raising $500 Million To Make Apps That Serve 500 Million Users
Luca Ferrari is the CEO and co-founder of Bending Spoons—a technology platform that specializes in giving birth to and scaling digital products and AI startups. He has raised $500 million between secondary sales and debt. The venture has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Intesa Sanpaolo, Banco BPM, Keisuke Honda, and Maximum Effort.
12/18/2022 • 32 minutes, 20 seconds
John Tomich On Raising $130 Million To Transform The $20 Trillion B2B Payments Market
After selling his first startup, John Tomich has already raised $130M in financing for his latest venture. The company, Credit Key, has acquired financing from top-tier investors like Bonfire Ventures, Greycroft, RedBird Capital Partners, and Fortress Investment Group.
12/13/2022 • 43 minutes, 52 seconds
Gary LaFever On Raising $70 Million To Protect Data With 100% Accuracy
Gary LaFever has been involved in the launch and exit of several startups already. Now he is tackling an even bolder venture with a big data startup that has already attracted tens of millions of dollars in investment. His latest venture, Anonos, has acquired funding from top-tier financiers, Aon plc, Ghost Tree Partners, and Edison Partners.
12/11/2022 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
Thomas Puskas On Raising $110 Million To Make Crypto Green
Thomas Puskas is now on his third startup. A clean energy company that is using tokenization to ensure we have plenty of fresh air to breathe. His venture, Ecowatt Energy, has acquired funding from the top-tier investor, The Global Emerging Markets Group.
12/8/2022 • 29 minutes, 10 seconds
Vijay Kedar On Raising $100 Million To Bring Healthcare Home
Vijay Kedar has gone from being an investor to the founder of his own health tech startup. His venture has attracted the backing of some of the most respected investors while raising $100M over the past five years. Tomorrow Health has acquired funding from top-tier financiers like Obvious Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Sound Ventures, and Bond.
12/6/2022 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds
Gaston Irigoyen On Raising $60 Million To Create The New Infrastructure Of Fintech
After leading several businesses through to successful exits, Gaston Irigoyen has already raised $60M for a new company, in less than two years. His latest venture, Pomelo has acquired financing from top-tier investors like Index Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Insight Partners, and Tiger Global Management.
12/4/2022 • 44 minutes, 54 seconds
John Bissell On Raising $650 Million To Reduce Dependence On Petroleum
John Bissell is going even further than carbon neutral, by pioneering carbon-negative materials to help combat climate change on a large scale. His company, Origin Materials, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Danone, AECI, Bioindustrial Innovation Canada, and Nestlé.
11/29/2022 • 34 minutes, 12 seconds
Theo Saville On Raising $72 Million To Make Manufacturing Autonomous
Theo Saville has a vision of the world in which one-click manufacturing is the new normal. His startup has already raised tens of millions of dollars to make that happen. The venture, CloudNC, has acquired financing from top-tier financiers like Episode 1, British Patient Capital, Autodesk, and Atomico.
11/27/2022 • 31 minutes, 50 seconds
Tim Creswick On Raising Over $300 Million To Reinvent The Business Internet Experience
Timothy Creswick has already raised hundreds of millions of dollars to help unlock more economic and business growth potential in one of the world’s most popular financial capitals. His venture, Vorboss has acquired funding from top-tier private investors.
11/24/2022 • 35 minutes, 56 seconds
Aaron DeBevoise On Building A $1.7 Billion Business By Empowering YouTube Creators
Aaron DeBevoise took his first two companies full cycle through an exit. He’s now building something even bigger, with a startup that has already been valued at $1.5B. His latest venture, Spotter, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like HighPost Capital, Access Industries, Crossbeam Venture Partners, and GPS Investment Partners.
11/20/2022 • 37 minutes, 42 seconds
Sagi Rodin On Raising $70 Million To Help Other Businesses Innovate Faster
Sagi Rodin took his passion for technology and value creation to launch his own startup that is growing fast in its mission to enable others to innovate better and faster. The venture, Frontegg, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Stripes, Insight Partners, Pitango Venture Capital, and Global Founders Capital.
11/15/2022 • 33 minutes, 34 seconds
Erik Martinson On Raising $230 Million To Help You Capture The Sun’s Power And Produce Your Own Energy
Erik Martinson’s solar startup has now raised well over $200M. With big plans to continue to scale beyond their current footholds in Europe. The venture, Svea Solar, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Altor, D-Ax Corporate Venture Capital, and angel investors.
11/13/2022 • 35 minutes, 11 seconds
Sean Grundy On Raising $160 Million To End Beverage Containers
Sean Grundy’s startup is on a mission to have a big impact on the environment and beverage industry. His venture, Bevi has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Avenir Growth Capital, Deb Gerardi Kemper, Cowen Group, and Bessemer Venture Partners.
11/8/2022 • 35 minutes, 16 seconds
Craig Hurlbert On Raising $170 Million To Create The Farm Of The Future
Craig Hurlbert has been involved in the launch, capitalization, and exit of a number of companies. His most recent venture raised almost $200M before going public in just around three years in business. The startup, Local Bounti attracted funding from top-tier investors like BNP Paribas Asset Management, Fidelity Management and Research Company, and Cargill.
11/6/2022 • 42 minutes, 39 seconds
Matt Danna On Raising $100 Million To Elevate Your Beauty And Wellness Salon Experience
Matt Danna went from product manager to founder and raised $100M for his software startup. His venture, Boulevard has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Point72 Ventures, BoxGroup, VMG Partners, and Index Ventures.
11/1/2022 • 35 minutes, 27 seconds
Leore Avidar On Raising $460 Million To Disrupt Mail And Sports Cards At The Same Time
Leore Avidar is now on his fourth startup. He currently runs two fast-growing companies, and he has raised $100M or more for each. His venture, Lob has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Indicator Ventures, Y Combinator Continuity Fund, Frontline Ventures, and Quiet Capital.
10/30/2022 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds
Timmu Toke On Raising $74 Million To Outfit You For The New Virtual World
Timmu Toke started his first business at 20 years old while still in business school. He has since raised over $70M for his avatar startup, Ready Player me, attracting funding from top-tier financiers like HartBeat Ventures, Konvoy Ventures, Erick Calderon, and Sebastian Knutsson.
10/27/2022 • 36 minutes, 12 seconds
Sreevathsa Prabhakar On Raising Nearly $100 Million To Help You Take Control Of All Your Devices And Appliances
Sreevathsa Prabhakar is a serial entrepreneur. Most recently he started Servify which is a self-learning platform that provides device management services and warranty solutions. The company has raised nealry $100 million from investors such as Blume Ventures, Singularity Ventures, or Syneergy Capital Partners to name a few.
10/25/2022 • 43 minutes, 30 seconds
Matteo Berlucchi On Raising $60 Million To Get Your Health Questions Answered
Matteo Berlucchi has started and exited four startups already. Now he has raised $60M for what may be his biggest venture of all. The startup Healthily has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Reckitt, Smedvig Capital, Orkla Ventures, and Canica.
10/23/2022 • 48 minutes, 16 seconds
Payam Banazadeh On Raising $170 Million To Improve Decisions Around Conservation And Security On Earth
Payam Banazadeh fell in love with space at a young age. He has since worked for NASA and has now launched his own space startup that has attracted over $170M in capital from investors. The venture, Capella Space has been financed by NightDragon Security, Cota Capital, Alumni Ventures, and DCVC.
10/20/2022 • 34 minutes, 34 seconds
Dayu Dara Permata On Raising $100 Million To Streamline The Property Transaction Process
Dayu Dara Permata turned her early frustration with the real estate experience into the largest property platform in Southeast Asia. Her startup, Pinhome, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Intudo Ventures, Insignia Ventures Partners, Ribbit Capital, and Iterative Venture.
10/18/2022 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds
Tess Michaels On Raising $170 Million To Help Students Fund Their Education
Tess Michaels has found her way to have a big impact on the world around her by creating new financing solutions for students. The venture, Stride Funding, has acquired financing from top-tier investors like Graham Holdings, Slow Ventures, GSV Ventures, and Juvo Ventures.
10/16/2022 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Alexandre de Vigan On Raising $130 Million To Help Brands Sell More Online
Alexandre de Vigan started out as a lawyer helping to manage M&A transactions before leaping into the fray with his own startup. The venture Nfinite has attracted funding from top-tier investors like U.S. Venture Partners, Insight Partners, Investisseurs prives, and Pioneer Fund.
10/13/2022 • 30 minutes, 24 seconds
Corbin Petro On Raising $85 Million To Help Anyone Concerned About Their Mental Health
Corbin Petro has already raised close to $100M to fund her startup venture that is changing the US healthcare system. The venture, Eleanor Health, has acquired investment from top-tier investors like Rethink Impact, Warburg Pincus, Northpond Ventures, and General Catalyst.
10/11/2022 • 32 minutes, 39 seconds
Sameer Shariff On Raising $60 Million To Help People Around the World Become Fluent In English
Sameer Shariff launched a startup to make a big impact in the lives of 1.5B people that are dealing with the same challenge. On the journey, they’ve already raised $60M and built an international presence. His venture, Cambly, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Benchmark, Bessemer Venture Partners, ACME Capital, and Monashees.
10/9/2022 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds
Noam Toister On Raising $80 Million To Make Your Travel Experience Even Better
Noam Toister has raised tens of millions of dollars on his journey to improve the travel experience worldwide. His venture, Bookaway, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Entree Capital, Corner Ventures, Aleph, and, and Tenere Capital.
10/6/2022 • 30 minutes, 26 seconds
Andreas Thorsheim On Raising $100 Million To Bring Residential Solar And Batteries To Homes
Andreas Thorsheim raised $100M euros for his solar startup before taking it public, and around the world. His venture, Otovo has raised funding from top-tier investors like Akershus Energi, Agder Energi Venture, OBOS Forsikring, and Axel Johnson.
10/4/2022 • 33 minutes, 8 seconds
This Entrepreneur Raised $100 Million To Transform The Planet’s Agriculture
Agam Khare is on a huge mission to solve some of the largest challenges that humanity faces. They’ve already made great progress, and have raised $100M on the journey so far. During his appearance on the Dealmakers Podcast, Khare talked about college startups, infinite clarity, fundraising, hiring and doing the best work of your life.
10/2/2022 • 33 minutes, 1 second
Agam Khare On Raising $100 Million To Transform The Planet’s Agriculture
Agam Khare is on a huge mission to solve some of the largest challenges that humanity faces. They’ve already made great progress, and have raised $100M on the journey so far. Their startup, Absolute Foods, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Alpha Wave Global, Tiger Global Management, Sequoia, and Alpha Wave Incubation.
10/2/2022 • 33 minutes, 1 second
Sean Duffy On Raising Over $450 Million To Deliver Virtual Chronic Care Solutions
Sean Duffy has already raised hundreds of millions of dollars for his enterprise health company that is blending technology and medicine together. The venture, Omada Health, attracted funding from top-tier investors like Wellington Management, Empede Capital, aMoon Fund, and Civilization Ventures.
9/27/2022 • 31 minutes, 49 seconds
Joshua Goldbard On Raising $100 Million To Make Crypto Safer And More Convenient To Use
Joshua Goldbard is on a mission to make crypto easier, more secure, and more efficient to use for everyone. His startup has already made important contributions to this venture, as well as finding a skill for great timing. The company, MobileCoins has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Ty Baisden, Matt Mullenweg, Valhalla Ventures, and BlackTpower Capital.
9/25/2022 • 33 minutes, 43 seconds
Pieter de Villiers On Raising $109 Million To Help Businesses Communicate With Their Customers
Pieter de Villiers operates and innovates at the intersection between communications and commerce. Where he has been creating a world in which we never have to suffer with being left on hold by a brand again. His venture, Clickatell, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Arrowroot Capital Management, Bossanova Investimentos, Endeavor Catalyst, and Harvest Partners.
9/22/2022 • 30 minutes, 28 seconds
Doug Kirkpatrick On Raising $50 Million To Build The Future Of Wireless
Doug Kirkpatrick has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his technology startup, which is transforming our wireless infrastructure in a more sustainable and connected way. The venture, Eridan has raised funding from top-tier investors like Diamond Edge Ventures, Pilot Grove Management, Capricorn Investment Group, and Monta Vista Capital.
9/20/2022 • 34 minutes, 12 seconds
Carolyn Childers On Raising $100 Million To Drive More Women Into Positions Of Power
Carolyn Childers’ startup venture is on a mission to get more women into senior executive positions and keep them there. She’s already found the backing of over $140M to make that happen. Her venture, Chief has raised funding from top-tier investors like General Catalyst, GGV Capital, BoxGroup, and Primary Venture Partners.
9/18/2022 • 34 minutes, 34 seconds
Eric Mignot On Raising $120 Million To Simplify Signing Up For Insurance Policies
Eric Mignot has built an impressive and profitable business by doing what others wouldn’t or couldn’t. Not only has that meant billions in revenues, but acquiring many other companies along the way too. His venture +Simple has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Speedinvest, Tikehau Capital, Eurazeo, and KKR Real Estate Finance Trust.
9/13/2022 • 31 minutes, 31 seconds
Mina Mitry On Raising $80 Million To Create Our Infrastructure In Space
Mina Mitry has become a great example of what it means to think big and follow through on it. His space startup has already raised tens of millions of dollars on its mission to build essential infrastructure in space. His venture, Kepler Communications, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like IA Ventures, Tribe Capital, Sand Hill Angels, and Costanoa Ventures.
9/11/2022 • 28 minutes, 46 seconds
Liang Schweizer On Raising $180 Million To Mobilize the Human Immune System To Combat Diseases
Liang Schweizer has now raised close to $180M for her biotech startup. Including a $75M Series D round. Her venture, HiFiBio has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Grand Mount Capital, IDG Capital, Legend Star, and Maison Capital.
9/6/2022 • 35 minutes, 2 seconds
Romain Gauthier On Getting The Backing From A $102 Billion Company To Empower SaaS Startups
Romain Gauthier is using intrapreneurship and the backing of a $102B multinational software powerhouse to fuel the next-generation hyper growth companies. His venture is Grow by SAP.
9/4/2022 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds
Sajiv Ofek On Raising $50 Million To Transform How Client Libraries Are Made
Sagiv Ofek is now on his third startup. A venture which has already raised tens of millions of dollars this year from top-tier investors like Rainfall Ventures, StepStone Group, Zeev Ventures, and Insight Partners.
8/30/2022 • 32 minutes, 56 seconds
Andre Mercanzini On Raising $70 Million To Pioneer Deep Brain Stimulation
Andre Mercanzini has now raised $70M for his important healthcare startup. His venture, Aleva Neurotherapeutics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like BB Biotech Ventures, Initiative Capital Romandie, Kinled Holding, and BioMedPartners.
8/28/2022 • 35 minutes, 31 seconds
Anton Katz On Raising $150 Million To Create A Digitized Economy
Anton Katz has gone from Olympic shooter to becoming an instrumental coder who has been creating the framework for the new global digital economy. His venture, Talos, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Notation Capital, Wells Fargo Strategic Capital, and PayPal Ventures.
8/23/2022 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds
Ankit Gupta On Selling His Startup To LinkedIn For $90 Million And Raising $80 Million To Combat Opioid Addiction
Ankit Gupta is a repeat entrepreneur who has not only built and scaled startups but who has been through the full cycle to an exit too. His latest venture, Bicycle Health, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Questa Capital Management, City Light Capital, Frist Cressey Ventures, and InterAlpen Partners.
8/21/2022 • 33 minutes, 4 seconds
Amir Hemmat On Raising $70 Million To Build The Future Of Immigration
Amir Hemmat pivoted careers and threw himself all in when he discovered social entrepreneurism. He has now built a sizable business around that, with the backing of some of the most notable international investors. His latest venture, Welcome Tech, has raised funding from top-tier investors like TTV Capital, Owl Ventures, Mubadala Capital Ventures, and SoftBank's Opportunity Fund
8/16/2022 • 33 minutes, 36 seconds
Chris Herd On Raising $65 Million To Upgrade Your Work From Home Set Up
Remote work now seems to be the dominant way to operate. A new era that isn’t going to go away. As many companies, from startups to international banks, grapple with the change, Chris Herd’s company is stepping up to help. The venture, Firstbase, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz. B Capital Group and Alpaca VC.
8/14/2022 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Roxanne Bras Petraeus On Raising $50 Million To Modernize Sexual Harassment Training
After selling her first startup, Roxanne Bras has raised $50M for her most recent venture. The company, Ethena has attracted financing from top-tier investors like Felicis Ventures, Lachy Groom, GSV, and Homebrew.
8/11/2022 • 34 minutes
Rick Luebbe: From Flying In War Zones To Raising $440 Million To Electrify Mobility
Rick Luebbe is a great inspiration for those that have been thinking of launching their own startup but haven’t just taken off and flown into the midst of it yet. His latest venture, Group14 Technologies, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), Showa Denko, Cabot Corporation, and BASF.
8/9/2022 • 32 minutes, 47 seconds
Tarek El Sherif On Raising $1 Billion To Provide Financial Solutions For The Underserved
Tarek El Sherif took the bold step of not only launching his own startup, but also moving to a whole new country to do it. His venture, Zinobe, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Monachil Capital Partners LP, Ali Saadat Meli, Ataria Ventures, and QED Investors.
8/7/2022 • 31 minutes, 4 seconds
Anshu Prasad On Raising $60 Million To Create The Air Traffic Control For Ground Transportation
Anshu Prasad has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his tech startup that is working to transform the dynamics of the transportation industry. His venture, Leaf Logistics, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Madrona Venture Group, Playground Global, REFASHIOND Ventures, and Schematic Ventures.
8/4/2022 • 32 minutes, 17 seconds
David Pennino On Raising $200 Million To Help Companies Reduce Inefficiencies
When David Pennino finally achieved his goal of starting his own business, his former employers were so scared of his success that they went to extreme lengths to stop him. His venture, LogicSource, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like FTV Capital, Pegasus Growth Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, and Acartha Group.
8/2/2022 • 36 minutes, 9 seconds
Boaz Yaari On Raising $80 Million To Improve Your Access To Critical Financial Services
Boaz Yaari has brought a whole new investment product to the market with his bold fintech startup. A fast-growing venture that has already attracted close to $80M from notable investors. The venture, Sharegain has attracted funding from top-tier investors like SixThirty, Kessler Family Office, Citi, and Blumberg Capital.
7/31/2022 • 31 minutes, 56 seconds
Constantinos Calios On Raising $60 Million To Bring Consumers And Producers Closer In Retail
Since making the shift from law to entrepreneurship, Constantinos Calios has raised tens of millions of dollars for his fast-growing European-based startup. His venture, KoRo, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Partech, Five Seasons Ventures, HV Capital, and Social Chain.
7/26/2022 • 32 minutes, 34 seconds
Michael Botta On Raising $75 Million To Help You Save Money At Your Doctor’s Appointment
Michael Botta has chosen to dedicate his life to taking on the broken US healthcare system. That has recently taken the form of a very fast-growing health tech startup that has already raised tens of millions of dollars from some pretty high-profile investors. The venture, Sesame, has attracted funding from Virgin Group, General Catalyst, FMZ Ventures, and TeleSoft Partners.
7/24/2022 • 30 minutes, 56 seconds
Kashish Gupta On Raising $54 Million To Allow Anyone To Access Data Without Engineering Teams
Kashish Gupta has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his fast-growing data startup. In fact, they are hiring to keep scaling this year. The venture, Hightouch has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Bain Capital Ventures, Y Combinator, ICONIQ Growth, and Amplify Growth.
7/21/2022 • 34 minutes
Charles Fisher On Raising $70 Million To Help Develop Drugs More Ethically
Charles Fisher’s AI startup has attracted some significant capital as it works to speed up solutions for both pharma companies, and their patients. His venture, Unlearn, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Mubadala Capital Ventures, Insight Partners, Radical Ventures, and DCVC Bio.
7/19/2022 • 32 minutes, 47 seconds
Matt Fairhurst On Raising $140 Million To Simplify Your Schedule
Matt Fairhurst has built a powerful business on deskless workforce technology. One which has proven global demand, and has attracted tens of millions of dollars in capital. The venture, Skedulo has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Costanoa Ventures, Blackbird, Softbank, and Microsoft's venture firm M12.
7/17/2022 • 33 minutes, 27 seconds
Avery Pennarun On Selling His College Startup To IBM And Raising $115 Million To Build A Secure Network
Avery Pennarun launched his first successful startup in college. He is now on his second tech startup, and investors have been more than eager to help fund it. The venture, Tailscale has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Accel, Heavybit, Insight Partners, and Uncork Capital.
7/14/2022 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Manish Sood On Building A $1.7 Billion Business By Turning Your Data Into Action
Manish Sood has taken his idea for a startup to becoming a billion-dollar company. They are aiming to go even far larger than that. His venture, Reltio has raised funding from top-tier investors like Brighton Park Capital, NewView Capital, Sapphire Ventures, and Crosslink Capital.
7/12/2022 • 34 minutes, 19 seconds
David Fontain On Raising $59 Million To Provide A Path To Lower Incident Rates In A $8.2 Trillion Market
David Fontain has now raised almost $60M for his startups, in a huge industry that needs more help and innovation than ever. His venture Safesite has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Builders VC, DG Ventures (Digital Garage Group), George Kaiser Family Foundation, and OMERS Ventures.
7/10/2022 • 31 minutes, 59 seconds
AJ Piplica On Raising $176 Million To Help You Cross The Atlantic In 90 Minutes
AJ Piplica has raised some serious money for his startup that could be a part of a new era of transportation and social interaction. The venture, Hermeus has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Sam Altman, Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, In-Q-Tel, and Khosla Ventures.
7/7/2022 • 33 minutes, 39 seconds
Andrew Brown On Selling His First Company To Google And Now Raising $119 Million To Simplify Paying People
Andrew Brown sold his first company to Google. He is now on his second startup. Which has already attracted substantial funding in its mission to simplify essential operational functions for small businesses. The venture, Check has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Contrary, Stripe, Index Ventures, and Mischief, among others.
7/5/2022 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
Nikki Pechet On Raising $150 Million To Simplify Your Path To The Perfect Home
Nikki Pechet’s technology startup has now raised some serious capital through a Series C round. Even though she left her job and started pitching while pregnant. Her venture, Homebound has recently acquired funding from top-tier like Khosla Ventures and Goldman Sachs.
6/30/2022 • 37 minutes, 32 seconds
Tomer Kagan On Raising $80 Million To Bring Verified Data Into Existing Workflows
Tomer Kagan is now on his third startup. His latest venture has already raised tens of millions of dollars for a company that has helped us get through some of the deadliest disasters in recent years. The company, Merit has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Bossanova Investimentos, Quiet Capital, GovTech Fund, and Collier Fund.
6/28/2022 • 29 minutes, 26 seconds
Lucas Martinez On Raising A $120 Million Series B Round To Digitize A $500 Billion Industry
Lucas Martinez chose to compete in one of the biggest competitions out there. The quest to win at taking a $500B industry online. His startup just closed a new round of funding, with $120M more in capital to succeed. The venture, Talent.com acquired investments from top-tier financiers like Inovia Capital, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), Climb Ventures, and BDC Capital.
6/26/2022 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
Philip Johnston On Raising $46 Million To Enable Online Sellers To Realize The Full Value Of Their Brands
Philip Johnston found his sweet spot for building an empire of eCommerce brands. His startup has already raised $46M and is growing fast. His venture, Opontia has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Venture Souq, Wiktor Namysl, STV, and Salman Butt.
6/23/2022 • 28 minutes, 16 seconds
Ennie Lim On Raising $100 Million To Improve Your Financial Wellness
Ennie Lim has already raised several million dollars in equity, plus a $100M credit facility to help improve financial wellness in the workforce. Her startup has attracted funding from top-tier investors like K50 Ventures, Financial Venture Studio, Resolute ventures, and Community Investment Management.
6/21/2022 • 31 minutes, 18 seconds
Max-Josef Meier On Raising $700 Million To Make Your Car Ownership Fun And Sustainable
Max-Josef Meier has started and sold companies, as well as being an angel investor himself. His latest technology company has already secured hundreds of millions of dollars in financing. The venture, Finn gas acquired funding from top-tier investors like Picus Capital, White Star Capital, Climb Ventures, and Korelya Capital.
6/19/2022 • 33 minutes, 8 seconds
Bård Anders Kasin On Raising $75 Million To Build The Ultimate Immersive Gaming Platform
Bård Anders Kasin is now on his second tech start. His most recent venture has already raised a substantial amount of capital to create a whole new category of tech-driven entertainment. The venture, PotalOne has attracted financing from top-tier financiers like Rishi Garg, Tamasek Holdings, Coatue, and Bienville Capital.
6/16/2022 • 33 minutes, 44 seconds
John de Souza On Raising $275 Million To Get 1 Billion Electric Vehicles On the Road
John de Souza has already launched and exited three companies. His latest startup is taking on a huge and pressing problem. Their solution has already attracted substantial investment from big investors. The venture, Ample has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Blackstone Group, Banco Santander, Disruptive Innovation Fund, and PTT Public Company.
6/14/2022 • 36 minutes, 21 seconds
Moses Lo and Tessa Wijaya On Raising $530 Million To Build Southeast Asia’s Fastest Growing Payment Solution For SMBs
Moses Lo and Tessa Wijaya recently added another $300M to their funding to help enable the next generation of successful SMEs and large enterprises. Their company, Xendit has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Accel, Goat Capital, and Amasia.
6/13/2022 • 36 minutes, 28 seconds
Shrav Mehta On Raising $79 Million To Automate Security And Compliance
Entrepreneur Shrav Mehta has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his security startup, and they have a lot of room to grow. His venture Secureframe has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kleiner Perkins, Gradient Ventures, Accomplice Ventures, and Base10 Partners.
6/9/2022 • 28 minutes, 22 seconds
Arjun Narayan On Raising $100 Million To Simplify Development For Developers
Arjun Narayan has already raised some serious money for his tech startup, Materialize. One which is helping businesses automate and make real-time improvements to customer experiences online. The company has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Redpoint, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Kleiner Perkins.
6/7/2022 • 30 minutes, 24 seconds
Jason Smith On Raising $81 Million To Give You Real-Time Insights On Competitors
Jason Smith has now launched at least five startups. He successfully exited his first. Which has propelled him through to his latest venture which has attracted significant funding to help businesses operate at their best in their competitive landscape. The company, Klue has successfully gained financing from top-tier investors like Salesforce Ventures, Tiger Global Management, BDC Venture Capital, and Rhino Ventures.
6/5/2022 • 33 minutes, 44 seconds
Paul Becker On Raising $120 Million To Trade Your Future Revenues For Non-Dilutive Capital
Paul Becker is now on his second tech startup. He has successfully raised over $120M for both of his ventures. The most recent of which aims to help SaaS companies optimize their own funding and financing. re:cap has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Felix Capital, Project A Ventures, Mubadala Capital Ventures, and Entree Capital.
6/2/2022 • 34 minutes, 14 seconds
Aengus Tran On Raising $114 Million To Deliver Accurate Healthcare
Aengus Tran saw healthcare as a field where he could do something worthwhile, and really add value with his life and work. His startup has already raised over $100M as they transform medicine at scale. The company, Harrison. AI has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Horizons Ventures, Skip Capital, I-Med Network Technology, and Blackbird Ventures.
5/31/2022 • 33 minutes, 57 seconds
Carter Malloy On Raising $80 Million To Help You Invest In Farmland
Carter Malloy decided to leave Silicon Valley when he launched his startup. A proptech venture that has already raised $80M in venture capital. The company, AcreTrader has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Drive Capital, RZC Investments, Narya Capital, and Anthemis Group.
5/29/2022 • 31 minutes, 37 seconds
Tanguy Touffut On Raising $140 Million To Offer Corporate Insurance Against Climate Risks
Tanguy Touffut has gone from corporate to a startup entrepreneur. Raising many millions of dollars to grow a global company that helps others anticipate and protect against climate change risks. His venture, Descartes Underwriting has attracted financing from top-tier investors like Eurazeo, Serena, Cathay Innovation, and Seaya Ventures.
5/27/2022 • 32 minutes, 26 seconds
Matthew Stoudt On Raising $70 Million To Solve Your Pain Through Immersive Therapeutics
Matthew Stoudt’s latest startup has not only raised tens of millions of dollars in funding but hit Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2022. The venture, Applied VR has attracted investment from top-tier investors like Jazz Venture Partners, F-Prime Capital, SVB Capital, and Sway Ventures.
5/24/2022 • 32 minutes, 51 seconds
Florian Wegener On Raising $88 Million To Create The Amazon Of Lab Equipment
Florian Wegener has now raised tens of millions of dollars to fuel the growth of his marketplace startup. His venture, Zageno has attracted funding from top-tier investors like General Catalyst, Grazia Equity, Capnamic Ventures, and HighSage Ventures.
5/22/2022 • 35 minutes, 54 seconds
Thomson Nguyen On Selling His First Startup To Square And Now Raising $78 Million To Make Your Finances Work For You
Thomson Nguyen is now on his second tech startup. That’s after raising over $12M for his first venture which was acquired by Square. His latest venture, Nearside has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kevin Hartz, Ryan Peterson, Valar Ventures, and Kleiner Perkins.
5/19/2022 • 33 minutes, 43 seconds
Jeremy King On Raising $104 Million To Give You The Right Insight At The Right Time
Jeremy King’s tech startup has already raised over $100M on its journey to help equip B2C companies to speed up their own growth, and make intelligent, data-driven decisions. His venture has attracted financing from top-tier investors like GR Capital, Kismet Capital Group (KCG), New Enterprise Associates, and Social Capital Hedosophia.
5/17/2022 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
Mina Nada On Raising $100 Million To Transition Every Urban Mile To Electric Vehicles
Mina Nada ditched his law degree to find something more impactful in the real world. He’s turned his once side hustle into a fast-growing global business that has already attracted $100M in financing. His company, Zoomo has raised funding from top-tier investors like Collaborative Fund, WIND Ventures, Akuna Capital, and MUFG Innovation Partners.
5/15/2022 • 36 minutes, 49 seconds
Liz Giorgi On Selling Her Las Startup And Raising $51 Million To Help You Create Content That Sells
Liz Giorgi got her feet wet bootstrapping her first company. After getting that business acquired she has gone on to launch a fast-growing venture-backed startup that has already raised tens of millions of dollars. Her latest company, Soona has attracted investment from top-tier financiers like Bain Capital Ventures, Union Square Ventures, Square Ventures, and Matchstick Ventures.
5/12/2022 • 33 minutes, 16 seconds
Ross Mackay On Raising $125 Million To Create Plant-Based Chicken Products
When former tennis player Ross Mackay found himself at a crossroads in his career he took on the challenge to change what we eat. Venturing out with just a couple thousand dollars in hand, he has built a startup that has already raised $125M, to take on a twelve-figure industry. His venture, Daring Foods has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Steve Aoki, Chase Coleman, Naomi Osaka, and D1 Capital Partners.
5/10/2022 • 31 minutes, 30 seconds
Arthur Waller On Selling His First Startup For Millions And Raising $90 Million To Improve Accounting For SMEs
Arthur Waller is now on his second company. Having successfully exited his first startup, he has already raised a substantial amount of capital for his new fintech adventure. The company, PennyLane has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Partech, Sequoia Capital, Global Founders Capital, and Kima Ventures.
5/8/2022 • 34 minutes, 8 seconds
Adalberto Flores On Raising $300 Million To Allow 1 Million People To Buy Now And Pay Later For Products
Now on his second startup, Adalberto Flores is credited with building the fastest micro-financing platform in the LATAM region. The venture Kueski has attracted funding from top-tier financiers like StepStone Group, K50 Ventures, Victory Park Capital, and OnePrime Capital.
5/5/2022 • 32 minutes, 28 seconds
Matthew Scullion On Building A $1.5 Billion Business By Improving Decision Making With Data
Matthew Scullion got an early start in entrepreneurship. Even though he grew up far from Silicon Valley his latest company has raised hundreds of millions from top VCs. Now one of the first unicorn companies from his corner of the world, his venture serves fast-moving small businesses and global corporate giants alike. The venture, Matillion has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Scale Venture Partners, General Atlantic, Sapphire Ventures, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
5/3/2022 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds
Bruce Lucas On Raising A $105 Million Series A Financing To Make It Easy To Choose Your Insurance
Bruce Lucas took his first startup from zero to being a billion-dollar public company. He has since raised more than $100M in funding for another venture. One which he sees as being recession-resistant. The company, Slide has attracted funding from top-tier investors in November 2021.
5/1/2022 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds
Hristo Borisov On Building A $1 Billion Business By Making Your Company’s Finances Easy
Hristo Borisov is on a mission to build the world’s biggest bank, without holding a single dollar. So far they’ve raised $240M, and have been growing incredibly fast. His venture, Payhawk has attracted funding from top-tier investors like QED Investors, HubSpot Ventures, Sprints Capital, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
4/28/2022 • 32 minutes, 44 seconds
Spenser Skates On Building A $2 Billion Business By Turning Your Data Into Meaningful Insights
Spenser Skates started flexing his skills as a tech entrepreneur when he was just 16 years old. He has since raised almost $300M for his latest venture, before taking it through an IPO. The startup, Amplitude has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Covenant Venture Capital, GIC, Institutional Venture Partners, and Battery Ventures.
4/26/2022 • 39 minutes, 31 seconds
Ryan Williams On Raising $150 Million To Democratize Commercial Real Estate Investing
Ryan Williams’ startup has not only raised substantial equity for his tech startup but has seen it invest in over $1B in assets. The venture, Cadre has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Harold Callais, Breyer Capital, Goldman Sachs Investment Partner, and Class 5 Global.
4/24/2022 • 34 minutes, 6 seconds
Sokratis Papafloratos On Raising $75 Million To Make Men Drastically Healthier
Sokratis Papafloratos is a serial entrepreneur who has started, built, and exited. His newest venture into digital health is his biggest and boldest yet. The venture, Numan has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Kreos Capital, Anthemis Exponential Ventures, Paul Heydon, and VNV Global.
4/21/2022 • 34 minutes, 8 seconds
Arvind Jain On Creating Over 2,500 Jobs With His Startups And Now Helping You Find What You Need Instantly
Arvind Jain knows the value of hard work and conviction. His passion for creating a system that solves problems has led to him being the founder and mastermind behind brilliant applications such as Glean and Rubrik. Arvind took his passion for solving problems and thought about ways that he could help everyday people to improve their lives in different ways.
Arvind learned early on that innovation must be coupled with determination and effort to create a successful business. So he started by pursuing his passions and interests in school and later took the tech world by storm when he decided to launch his own business. His venture Glean has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Slack Fund, Kleiner Perkins, General Catalyst, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
4/19/2022 • 39 minutes, 28 seconds
Christine De Wendel On Raising A $24 Million Seed Round And Hiring 400 People In 10 Months To Take On A Trillion Dollar Market
Christine de Wendel kickstarted her fintech startup with a massive $24M Seed round. Followed by an even larger Series A fundraising round, just four months later. Her venture, Sundayapp has attracted the interest of top-tier investors like DST Global, Coatue, New Wave, and French Partners.
4/17/2022 • 33 minutes, 50 seconds
John MacIlwaine On Raising $50 Million To Create The Most Modern Payment Card Platform
After years of growing some of the most well-known financial and technology brands, John Macllwaine decided to take the reins of the future with his own fintech startup. His company, Highnote has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Westcap, SVB Capital, Renaud Laplanche, and Costanoa Ventures.
4/15/2022 • 34 minutes, 7 seconds
Stefan Ytterborn On Raising $75 Million To Create High Performance Electric Motorcycles
Stefan Ytterborn started building companies when he was just 19 years old. He has now been at it for 30 years. He has launched, grown, funded, and exited. His first venture POC was acquired by Investcorp and his second startup, Cake Bikes, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like AMF, Creandum, and Headline.
4/13/2022 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
Angus McDonald On Raising $100 Million To Protect Customers Of Large Corporations
Angus McDonald has gone from growing up on a rural farm, to operating a fast-growing global tech startup that has raised tens of millions of dollars in capital. The venture, Cover Genius has raised funding from top-tier investors like G Squared, Sompo Holdings, King River Capital, and Leap Capital.
4/10/2022 • 29 minutes, 44 seconds
Wei Gan On Raising $630 Million To Open The Doors To Homeownership
Wei Gan has brought together hundreds of millions of dollars in both equity and credit facilities to scale his startup in an incredibly fast-growing market. The venture, Ribbon Home has raised funding from top-tier investors like Thomvest Ventures, NFX, Guy Gal, and Nyca Partners.
4/7/2022 • 35 minutes, 26 seconds
Dheeraj Pandey On Building A $6 Billion Business And Raising $50 Million To Bring Developers And Customers Together
Serial entrepreneur Dheeraj Pandey has raised tens of millions of dollars for his latest tech startup. He took his first venture, Nutanix public, and has now moved on to DevRev. Top-tier investors like Mayfield Fund, Firebolt Ventures, Bradley Horowitz, and Khosla Ventures have funded the startup.
4/5/2022 • 41 minutes, 19 seconds
Kirat Singh On Raising $100 Million To Bring Financial Markets To The Cloud
Kirat Singh’s startup is empowering the future of financial markets. They just put tens of millions of additional capital in the bank to fuel their growth too. His venture, Beacon has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Pimco and Blackstone.
4/3/2022 • 32 minutes, 43 seconds
David McFarland On Raising $75 Million To Simplify Small Business Insurance
David McFarland has raised tens of millions of dollars to improve the insurance industry, and in turn, empower brokers and their small business customers to survive and thrive. His venture, Coterie Insurance has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Weatherford Capital, Alpha Edison, Group 1001, and RPM Ventures.
3/31/2022 • 36 minutes, 8 seconds
Sam Hodges On Taking His First Company Public And Now Raising $160 Million To Insure Startups
Sam Hodges took his first startup all the way to IPO, after raising $370M in funding for it. His latest venture has already raised $160M to help other founders reduce risk. The venture, Funding Circle has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Waterfall Asset Management, DST Global, Rocket Internet, and Union Square Ventures.
3/29/2022 • 35 minutes, 55 seconds
Ali Albazaz On Raising $85 Million To Reinvent The Publishing Industry
Ali Albazaz has now raised nearly $100M for his new method of publishing that is rivaling the kindle. His venture Inkitt has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Stefan von Holtzbrinck, Redalpine, New Enterprise Associates, and Speedinvest.
3/27/2022 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
Reed McGinley-Stempel On Building A Billion Dollar Business In 2 Years By Building The Passport For The Internet
Reed McGinley-Stempel is the cofounder and CEO of Stytch which improves security and user experience with passwordless authentication. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors such as Index Ventures, Benchmark, Coatue, Thrive Capital, and Contrary to name a few.
3/24/2022 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds
Ankur Rungta On Raising $100 Million To Create The Ultimate Vertically Integrated Cannabis Business
Ankur Rungta has started not one, but two companies. His venture into cannabis alone has raised over $100M. The venture C3 Industries has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Navy Capital, Madison Square Park Capital, and WelCan Capital.
3/22/2022 • 34 minutes, 34 seconds
Troy Pospisil On Raising $250 Million To Modernize Legal Workflows
Troy Pospisil is the cofounder and CEO of Ontra which is a provider of technology and services for contract automation and intelligence. The company has raised $250 million from investors like Battery Ventures and Blackstone Group.
3/20/2022 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds
Alasdair McLean-Foreman On Going From Cleaning Bathrooms To Raising $65 Million For His AI-Driven Startup
Alasdair McLean-Foreman came to America with virtually nothing and has already started and sold two startups. He is now on his third. Alasdair's venture, Teikametrics has raised funding from top-tier investors like Granite Point Capital, Jump Capital, Centana Growth Partners, and Lydia Jett.
3/17/2022 • 35 minutes, 26 seconds
Eben Bayer On Raising $100 Million To Create Sustainable Materials With Mushroom Technology
Eben Bayer appears to have struck on a truly remarkable solution for more environmentally friendly materials, with massive potential. His startup has already raised over $150M in capital from top-tier investors like Siam Capital, Viking Global Investors, Senator Investment Group, and Alpha Impact Investment Management Partners.
3/15/2022 • 30 minutes, 54 seconds
Sunil Paul On Selling His Startup For $370 Million And Now Accelerating Electric Vehicle Adoption
Sunil Paul is the cofounder and CEO of Spring Free EV which is a financial technology company built to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles through innovative fintech products. Prior to this he cofounded Brightmail Inc. which he sold for $370 million as well as Freeloader which he sold for $38 million five months after launching the business.
3/13/2022 • 43 minutes, 15 seconds
Cesar Jimenez On Raising One Of The Largest Pre-Seed Financing Rounds Ever
Cesar Jimenez raised a $60M pre-seed funding round for one of his startups. After the financial crisis of 2008, this entrepreneur vowed to keep on going, and currently operates two successful ventures.
3/10/2022 • 38 minutes, 15 seconds
Clayton Gardner On Going From 110 Investor Rejections To Raising $60 Million In Just 48 Hours
Clayton Gardner has raised $75M in capital to modernize investing. His startup is already helping tens of thousands of individual investors diversify into new asset classes with ease. The venture, Titan has raised funding from top-tier investors like Will Smith, Jared Leto, Andreessen Horowitz, and Kevin Durant.
3/8/2022 • 41 minutes, 8 seconds
Duncan McIntyre On Selling His First Company For $100 Million And Raising $250 Million To Create Electric School Buses
Duncan McIntyre is the founder and CEO of Highland Electric Transportation which is a comprehensive turnkey solutions provider that delivers electric school buses. The company has raised $250 million from investors like Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, Fontinalis Partners, and Vision Ridge Capital Partners to name a few.
3/6/2022 • 31 minutes, 20 seconds
Mike Cataldo On Raising $80 Million To Take The Drill And Needle Out Of Dental Visits
Mike Cataldo is now on his second healthcare startup. After a successful exit on his first venture, his new company is rolling out a whole line of new innovative products in the dental space. Convergent Dental raised funding from top-tier investors like George Gund Foundation, Arboretum Ventures, and LRV Health.
3/1/2022 • 35 minutes, 1 second
Raymond Nobu-Chang On Pulling Off His First IPO At 29 And Now Helping Cannabis Brands To Grow Quicker
Raymond Nobu-Chang has had a series of highly successful startup launches and exits. That includes taking his first company public when he was just 29. The venture, LuckyPai has raised financing from top-tier investors like Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. Tenaya Capital, DT Capital Partners, and Intel Capital. Raymond's next company, Agrify is also making waves having acquired three organizations like Precision Extraction Solutions, TriGrow, and Cascade Sciences.
2/27/2022 • 34 minutes, 14 seconds
Jim Cacioppo On Taking His Cannabis Startup From Zero To $200 Million In Revenue In Just 4 Years
Jim Cacioppo has experienced being on all sides of the table. Including investing in companies, starting and growing them, and acquiring them. His current venture has gone from launch to hundreds of millions in revenue and is becoming a public company in just a few years. Jushi Holdings has raised financing from top-tier investors like Graticule Asset Management Asia and Rockshield Capital.
2/20/2022 • 35 minutes, 4 seconds
Mark Hookey On Raising $60 Million To Use Data For Customer Benefit
Mark Hookey bootstrapped and took one startup through to an exit before raising tens of millions of dollars for his most recent company. A venture which is working to empower businesses to get better data, and be able to use it more efficiently and effectively. DeMyst Data has raised funding from top-tier investors like Notion Capital, Singtel Innov8, MissionOG, and SCB 10X.
2/15/2022 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Cosmo Feilding Mellen On Selling His First Company For $80 Million And Now Raising $100 Million To Fuel Psychedelics
Cosmo Feilding Mellen has been making huge strides in fueling the second psychedelic renaissance. This time with a professional pharmaceutical theme. His venture, Beckley Psytech has raised funding from top-tier investors like Leafy Tunnel, Palo Santo Fund, Delphi VC, and What If Ventures.
2/13/2022 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Marci Zaroff On Selling Her Last Company For Millions And Now Creating Sustainable Brands
Marci Zaroff has had a string of startup successes. She has raised, launched, grown, and sold a variety of brands that enable us to live the change, eat the change, drink the change, be the change, and wear the change that we all wish to see in the world. Her venture Good Catch raised funding from top-tier investors like Big Idea Ventures, Clear Current Capital, Louis Dreyfus Company, and Unovis Asset Management. Marci has now moved on to her next startup, Eco Fashion Corp.
2/10/2022 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds
Allon Bloch On Taking Two Startups To IPO And Now Raising $375 Million To Do Healthcare Differently
Allon Bloch is a repeat founder who has been with at least two ventures through going public so far. His newest venture has raised nearly $400M to disrupt and transform the third industry. K Health has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like Kaiser Permanente, Counterpart Advisors, BoxGroup, and Valor Equity Partners.
2/6/2022 • 38 minutes, 36 seconds
Allison Barr Allen On Raising $125 Million To Help You Shop And Buy In Seconds
Allison Barr Allen is the cofounder and COO of Fast which provides an online login and checkout solutions designed to provide users with a secure shopping experience. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors including Kleiner Perkins, Index Ventures, or Global Founders Capital to name a few.
2/3/2022 • 31 minutes, 37 seconds
Kevin Bennett On Raising $75 Million To Save You Money On Auto Loans
Kevin Bennett has been on a mission to transform consumers’ financial relationships with their cars. His startup has already raised tens of millions of dollars from notable investors and is growing rapidly. The venture, Caribou has acquired financing from Moderne Ventures, Goldman Sachs, CMFG Ventures, and Link Ventures.
2/1/2022 • 29 minutes, 46 seconds
Anoop Gupta On Selling His First Startup To Microsoft And Now Raising $200 Million To Deliver AI-Powered Recruiting
Anoop Gupta had his first startup acquired by Microsoft, just 18 months after launching. He has now raised nearly $200M for his current company. The venture, SeekOut has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Tiger Global Management, Madrona Venture Group, Mayfield Fund, and Founders Circle Capital.
1/30/2022 • 33 minutes, 30 seconds
Anand Janefalkar On Raising $100 Million To Help You Deliver A Better Customer Experience
Anand Janefalkar left corporate America to launch his first startup. It has already raised $100M and has become one of the fastest-growing ventures in its space on the way to transforming customer service. The venture, UJET has raised funding from top-tier investors like Kleiner Perkins, Google Ventures, Citi Ventures, Sapphire Ventures, and DCM.
1/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 38 seconds
Patrick de Nonneville On Raising $600 Million To Simplify Funding For SMEs
Despite initially resisting the call of entrepreneurship, Patrick De Nonneville has since built a fast-growing fintech startup that has raised over $50M in equity. He has also raised almost $1B in credit facilities to fund other small and medium-sized businesses. Patricks's venture, October, has raised funding from top-tier investors like The Caisse des Depots, Intesa Sanpaolo, Idinvest Partners, and Matmut.
1/23/2022 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
Anshuman Singh On Raising $135 Million To Thrust India’s Supply Chain Into The Future
Anshuman Singh is now on his second startup. A bold and fast-growing venture that is transforming and accelerating India’s supply chain. His company, Future Supply Chain Solutions has raised funding from top-tier investors like SSG Capital Management. It has also acquired ventures like Brattle Foods and Nippon Express.
1/18/2022 • 37 minutes, 29 seconds
Ira Cohen On Raising $70 Million To Help You Find Business Incidents In Real-Time
Ira Cohen’s SaaS startup has already raised $70M and is expected to attract even more capital from investors this year. Anodot has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Redline Capital, Alicom, Softbank Ventures Asia, and Intel Capital.
1/16/2022 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
Timothy Yu On Raising $75 Million To Give Homework Support To Students
Entrepreneur Timothy Yu has turned his passion into an in-demand solution that is enabling the future of education. His startup has already raised $80M and has doubled its team size in the past year. Snapask has attracted investment from top-tier investors like Asia Partners Fund Management, InterVest.Co, Taiwan Startup Stadium, and Xie Zhan.
1/11/2022 • 30 minutes, 19 seconds
Amir Barsoum On Raising $73 Million To Help Enhance Patients’ Healthcare Accessibility And Experiences
Amir Barsoum is an innovative Egyptian entrepreneur who has dedicated his life to transforming healthcare. And, making it more accessible to everyone. He grew up in a household of pharmacists and developed an early interest in the field. Amir studied pharmacy and founded a pharmaceutical distribution company in Egypt shortly after graduation. He was excited to work for huge multinational pharmaceutical corporations such as AstraZeneca, which provided him with a worldwide perspective. Amir started a new firm in the space that has since grown to be a global brand with operations on four continents. His venture, Vezeeta has raised funding from top-tier investors like VNV Global, Crescent Enterprises Venture Capital, Beco Capital, and Gulf Capital.
1/9/2022 • 33 minutes, 58 seconds
Fahd Rachidy On Having The Company He Cofounded Sold For $200 Million And Now Creating An AI Engine For Financial Products
Fahd Rachidy is now on his third startup venture. His second financial services startup was acquired for $200M. His latest venture has already raised close to $15M from top-tier investors like MassChallenge, ACE & Company, Downing Ventures, and Thames Trust.
1/4/2022 • 34 minutes, 39 seconds
Zachary Sweeney On Raising $93 Million To Cure Common Diseases
Zachary Sweeney is on a mission to discover important drugs to cure and manage some of the biggest present and future threats to our health. His biotech startup has already attracted almost $100M in capital and some great talent to further this mission. The venture, Interline Therapeutics has attracted the interest of top-tier investors like Foresite Capital and ARCH Venture Partners.
1/2/2022 • 34 minutes, 21 seconds
Sid Viswanathan On Building A $1.6 Billion Business By Creating An API-Driven Healthcare Infrastructure
Sid Viswanathan is the cofounder and President of Truepill which provides an API-connected healthcare infrastructure designed to revolutionize the patient experience. The company has raised over $255 million from top tier investors such as Index Ventures, Foundation Capital, Social Capital, and Sound Ventures to name a few.
12/28/2021 • 30 minutes, 46 seconds
Maayan Cohen On Raising $70 Million To Improve Your Heart Health
Maayan Cohen is the cofounder and CEO of Hello Heart which is the leader in cardiovascular digital therapeutics. They help people understand and improve their heart health using technology. The company has raised $70 million from top tier investors such as Khosla Ventures, Social Capital, IVP, or Google to name a few.
12/21/2021 • 31 minutes, 7 seconds
Zuben Mathews On Raising $140 Million To Fix The Financial Industry For Regular Americans
Zuben Matthews is the cofounder and CEO of Brigit which is a Holistic financial health app that helps Americans relieve stress, save for tomorrow and guides them to a state of financial well-being. The company has raised to date over $140 million from top tier investors such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, DCM Ventures, CRV, Shasta Ventures, DN Capital, Abstract Ventures, and Sound Ventures to name a few.
12/19/2021 • 33 minutes, 24 seconds
James Min On Raising $60 Million To Prevent Heart Attacks
James Min is the cofounder and CEO of Cleerly which is a healthcare company whose mission is to create digital care pathways to prevent heart attacks. The company has raised $60 million from top tier investors which include New Leaf Venture Partners, LRVHealth, DigiTx Partners, and Cigna Ventures to name a few.
12/15/2021 • 29 minutes, 54 seconds
Tim Stracke On Raising $200 Million To Help You Buy Your Dream Watch
Tim Stracke is the founder of Chrono24 which is an online marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of luxury watches. The company has raied over $200 million from investors such as Insight Partners, Global Founders Capital, and General Atlantic.
12/12/2021 • 31 minutes, 12 seconds
Emery Wells On Selling For $1.2 Billion His Collaboration Startup To Adobe
Emery Wells is the co-founder and CEO of Frame.io, a video review and collaboration platform used by over 1M media professionals and companies like VICE, BuzzFeed, and Facebook. After raising close to $100 million from top-tier investors, Frame.io was acquired for $1.2 billion by Adobe.
12/8/2021 • 31 minutes, 47 seconds
Tom Glocer On Selling Reuters For $17 Billion And Now Creating A $1.4 Billion Business By Preventing Cyber Attacks
Tom Glocer was born and raised in New York City. After studying law, he moved up the corporate ladder to reach the highest levels as CEO for the largest multinational corporations before founding several businesses of his own. Tom's latest venture, BlueVoyant has raised funding from top-tier investors like Temasek Holdings, Fiserv, Planven Entrepreneur Ventures, and Winton Ventures.
12/2/2021 • 37 minutes, 57 seconds
Sal Gentile On Raising $220 Million To Offer Affordable Health Plans To Small Businesses
Sal Gentile was born in the Bronx, New York. He learned about business from a very young age. His parents operated a small business, a fish market that had been passed down for three generations. He went through the conventional education system, got a degree, and started working for major corporations. Later on, he found his place in the healthcare sector, providing valuable insurance to consumers after the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). His venture Friday Health Plans has raised funding from top-tier investors like Vestar Capital Partners, Leadenhall Capital Partners, Peloton Equity, and The Colorado Impact Fund.
11/30/2021 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Petri Alava On Raising $56 Million To Revolutionize The Fashion Industry With Recycling Technology
Petri Alava went from corporate CEO to founding his first startup at 50 years old. They've already raised tens of millions of dollars in funding while securing global partners like H&M, Patagonia, and Wrangler. His venture, Infinited Fiber has acquired investment from top-tier investors like Nidoco, H&M CO:LAB, Adidas, and Bestseller.
11/21/2021 • 30 minutes, 40 seconds
Yan Zhao On Raising $400 Million To Bring Bitcoin To Main Street
Yan Zhao expected she’d have a career in medicine like both of her parents. But along the way, she discovered her real passion was for business and entrepreneurship. Her latest venture NYDIG has raised $400 Million from top-tier financiers like First Foundation, Starr Companies, Liberty Mutual Insurance, and Soros Fund Management.
11/14/2021 • 36 minutes, 7 seconds
Omair Tariq On Raising $140 Million In Just 12 Months Of Operations To Take On Amazon And Shopify
The world is your oyster, and it is up to you to take chances in life and make things happen. Life is short as Omair Tariq has been reminded by the near-death experiences that have prompted him to go big rather than remain stagnant. His venture, Cart.com has raised funding from top-tier investors like Sebastian Rymarz, Moonshots Capital, Oaks HC/FT, and Clearco.
11/11/2021 • 35 minutes, 28 seconds
Yuval Brisker On Selling His Last Business For $500 Million And Enabling Any Brand To Deliver Financial Products
Yuval Brisker is a true serial entrepreneur who has launched and taken several companies full cycle. Including one for which he went from bootstrapping to raising $105M in funding before it was acquired by Oracle for $500M. His venture, Alviere has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Viola FinTech, Opera Tech Ventures, CommerzVentures, and Viola Ventures.
11/9/2021 • 42 minutes, 11 seconds
Craig Knight On Using A SPAC To Build A $1.5 Billion Business In Just One Year
Craig Knight has been leading the charge in fuelling the future with sustainable energy. It turns out that the world has been embracing his startup’s solutions in a big way. Resulting in creating a rocketship of a venture that went from launch to publicly-traded company in just a year. The company, Hyzon Motors has raised funding from top-tier investors like Wellington Management, Riverstone Energy, Federated Kauffmann Fund, and BlackRock.
10/31/2021 • 34 minutes, 49 seconds
Michael Werner And Vincent Payen On Raising $100 Million To Repair Your Home Remotely
Cofounders Michael Werner and Vincent Payen have taken home services into the future, with some much-needed upgrades to the industry for both consumers and contractors. They have raised more than $100M for their venture, HomeX. Top-tier investors including New Mountain Capital have funded the company.
10/26/2021 • 38 minutes, 12 seconds
Gina Bianchini On Selling Her Last Business For $150 Million And Now Raising $50 Million To Bring Communities Together
With creativity and tech, Gina Bianchi from California has created multimillion-dollar companies. She continues to pave the way for startups entering the market. As she continues to pave the way in the tech industry, everything Gina touches seems to turn to gold. She is bringing communities from various cultures together to learn from each other, and to provide an online platform where they can feel like they belong. Her venture, Mighty Networks has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Marie Forleo International, LionTree, Great Oaks Venture Capital, and Owl Ventures.
10/24/2021 • 31 minutes, 50 seconds
Socrates Rosenfeld On Growing His Sales From $100 Million to $1.6 Billion In Just One Year
Turning your passion into a billion-dollar company is exactly what Socrates Rosenfeld did. After spending seven years in the military as a helicopter pilot, Socrates suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder and turned to cannabis for healing therapy. He always knew that the plant had healing factors. He then used his eCommerce skills to make purchasing cannabis online a simple process for others too. In turn, his company, Jane Technologies, has supported local cannabis retailers across the nation.
10/19/2021 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Alex Israel On Raising $60 Million To Reimagine Modern Day Parking
Born and raised in the city of Los Angeles, Alex has always wanted to solve the problems of the city. He has a bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics and a Master's degree in Fine Arts, filming, and Production. His most epic contribution to the city and world is being a serial entrepreneur who has raised firms with one almost merging for $300 million dollars. Alex's venture, Metropolis has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Dragoneer Investment Group, RXR Realty, Halogen Ventures, and 3L capital.
10/17/2021 • 32 minutes, 48 seconds
Pierre Dubuc On Raising $150 Million From Mark Zuckerberg And Others To Reinvent Education Online
Pierre Dubuc is a French businessman born in Normandy, France. He has had a passion for educating the masses since middle school. His first project was simply to build a free online course for all subjects in France free for all to access. The team continued to keep the project alive from 1999 to 2013 when they got the drive to commercialize it into an educational company. The company, Openclassrooms has gone through blitz-scaling over the past few years to form a massive global educator. It has raised funding from top-tier investors like Lumos Capital Group, General Atlantic, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, and Salesforce Ventures.
10/12/2021 • 35 minutes, 20 seconds
Justin Borgman On Building A $1.6 Billion Business By Creating A Single Point Of Access To All Your Data
Justin Borgman was born in Chicago and was raised in Akron. He went through public school with a big dream to change the world one day. He learned a lot from his mom. In high school, he was the studious type and went onto college and an MBA where he found the “eureka” moment to change data analytics for good. Justin's venture, Starburst has raised funding from top-tier investors like Index Ventures, Coatue, Salesforce Ventures, and Andreessen Horowitz.
10/10/2021 • 35 minutes, 32 seconds
Marnix Broer On Raising $50 Million To Create A Note-Sharing Network For Students
Marnix Broer is a Dutch businessman who has continually found entrepreneurial opportunities within the environment around him. His love for business has been seen since his childhood when he started selling old nails to his neighbors at a young age. His current business grew from a challenge at college that ended up spiraling to great success in the Netherlands and Europe. StuDocu has successfully raised financing from top-tier investors like Partech, Piton Capital, Point Nine, and Peak.
10/7/2021 • 26 minutes, 56 seconds
Uri Marchand On Raising $75 Million To Unite The In-Game Creator Community
Uri Marchand has already raised tens of millions of dollars for his latest startup. He recently appeared on the Dealmakers Show to share the latest developments at Overwolf, and his journey building companies. His venture has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Marker, Ubisoft, Kevin Chu, and Liberty Media.
10/5/2021 • 31 minutes, 47 seconds
Jeevan Kalanithi On Raising $80 Million To See Construction Sites From Anywhere
Jeevan Kalanithi scaled and sold his first tech business before raising over $80M to fund and scale his latest startup venture, OpenSpace. His venture has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Alkeon Capital, JLL Spark, Zigg Capital, and Menlo Ventures.
10/3/2021 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds
Everett Cook On Raising $130 Million To Transform Business Banking
Everett Cook has gone from young entrepreneur to investment banking and building a big fintech startup of his own. His venture, Rho Business Banking has raised more than $130 Million from top-tier investors like Rogue Capital, Eric Kinariwala, M13, and Josh Stech.
9/30/2021 • 29 minutes, 22 seconds
Oz Alon On Building A $1 Billion Company By Reinventing Business Management For SMBs
Oz Alon’s journey is a living story and a fairy tale of how he and his wife met at around age 13 and became friends and managed to build a huge business. Both of them are co-founders of Honeybook which they created on a whim after a generous offer. Their story is exciting, inspiring, positive, and filled with many lessons for entrepreneurs. The venture, Honeybook has raised funding from top-tier investors like Tiger Global Management, Zeev Ventures, Citi Ventures, and Durable Capital Partners.
9/29/2021 • 33 minutes, 15 seconds
Oron Afek On Raising $100 Million To Cure The US Healthcare System
Oron Afek has already built several companies from the ground up. His newest venture, Vim brings together all that he has learned so far, and has already attracted $100M in capital. Oron has successfully acquired funding from top-tier investors like Optum Ventures, Anthem, Frist Cressey Ventures, and Walgreens Boots Alliance.
9/26/2021 • 32 minutes, 7 seconds
Zhong Xu On Raising $65 Million In 6 Weeks To Streamline Food Orders
As a child, Xu was taught to be both resourceful and hardworking. He learned from his father’s enterprises and started building websites from an early age before turning into an entrepreneur. Today, he has successfully raised more than $65M for his venture from top-tier investors like Newion, Jelte Vrijhoef, SmartFin, and Jerome Laredo.
9/23/2021 • 34 minutes, 52 seconds
John Kim On Building A $1 Billion Business By Enabling Group Voice And Video Calls For Any App
John Kim grew up on computers. He has been a pro-gamer and built a gaming company fresh out of university. He was able to sell that firm for $10M, and start a social gaming site. He pivoted from a social app to his current model that has raised $200M. His venture, Sendbird has raised financing from top-tier investors like World Innovation Lab (WiL), Meritech Capital Partners, Tiger Global Management, and Emergence.
9/21/2021 • 35 minutes, 6 seconds
Hari Ravichandran On Building A $3.5 Billion Company And Raising $450 Million To Make The Internet Safer
Hari Ravichandran grew his first startup into a multi-billion dollar business. Then his entrepreneurial DNA drove him to start all over from scratch again. He started Aura, a venture that has earned funding from top-tier investors like Warburg Pincus, General Catalyst, and WndrCo.
9/19/2021 • 32 minutes, 35 seconds
Philip Belamant On Raising $230 Million To Help You Buy Now, Pay Later With Zero Interest
Philip Belamant has been there, made mistakes, and come up with great solutions for the customers that have helped him build multi-million dollar companies in developing and developed economies. He was able to achieve remarkable success despite dropping out of college to pursue business. His latest venture, Zilch has raised funding from top-tier investors like Goldman Sachs Asset Management, dmg Ventures, M&F Fund, and Gauss Ventures.
9/16/2021 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Jakob Freund On Raising $100 Million To Streamline Business Processes
Jakob Freund’s business has grown from a small services business to a large venture-backed enterprise with customers like NASA. His company, Camunda has raised financing from top-tier investors like Highland Europe and Insight Partners.
9/14/2021 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Alfonso De La Nuez On Raising $150 Million To Help You Create Products That Customers Love
Alfonso De La Nuez's passion and desire to build something has elevated him to a CEO of a multi-million dollar company. His business has touched large tech firms such as PayPal, and he has kept on innovating on his dream for over two decades. UserZoom has raised funding from top-tier investors like Enjoy HQ, Validately, WhatUsersDo, and YouEye.
9/12/2021 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
Johan Attby On Raising $70 Million To Disrupt A 40,000 Year Old Tradition
After getting his first startup acquired, Johan Attby has gone on to raise $70M for his second profitable venture. His startup, FishBrain has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Consensus Asset Management, Softbank Ventures Asia, Adrigo Asset Management, and B Capital Group.
9/9/2021 • 32 minutes, 52 seconds
Reuven Aronashvili On Raising $140 Million To Change The Paradigm Of Cyber Security
Reuven Aronashvili’s startup has already raised $140M in capital and they’re growing fast as they work to equip organizations to fend off growing cybersecurity threats. His venture, CYE has acquired funding from top-tier investors like EQT, 83 North, and V Ventures.
9/7/2021 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
Jens Wohltorf On Raising $100 Million To Bring Peace Of Mind To Travelers
Jens Wohltorf’s startup is making travel simpler by closing the first and last-mile gap that has been long underserved in the travel industry. His company has already raised close to $100M, and their service can be found around the globe. The venture Blacklane has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Recruit Strategic Partners, RI Digital Ventures, Daimler, and btov Partners.
9/5/2021 • 30 minutes, 8 seconds
Jay Giraud On Raising $30 Million To Electrify Motorcycles
Jay Giraud’s latest startup is taking on the motorcycle industry with game-changing improvements, just as Tesla rocked the world of carmakers and dealers. His venture, Damon Motors has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like Benevolent Capital, Sol Global Investments, SmartHub, and Predictive VC.
9/2/2021 • 32 minutes, 37 seconds
Swapnil Shinde On Selling His Business To AMEX For $150 Million And Raising $48 Million To Handle Your Finances
Swapnil Shinde and his twin brother are now on their third startup venture. Their first two companies were both successfully acquired. Including one by AMEX. Their venture, Zeni has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Elevation Capital, Sierra Ventures, Amit Singhal, and Neeraj Arora.
8/31/2021 • 37 minutes, 35 seconds
Tim Sweeney On Raising $225 Million To Read Your Immune System
Tim Sweeney has raised over $200M for his biotechnology startup which is about to bring groundbreaking new healthcare solutions to the market. Inflammatix, his venture has acquired financing from top-tier investors like OSF Ventures, D1 Capital Partners, Think.Health, and Northpond Ventures.
8/29/2021 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Austin Allison On Selling His Company To Zillow For $120 Million And Now Raising $1.7 Billion In Debt And Equity To Help You Buy Your Second Home
Austin Allison sold his college startup for $120M, after raising just $14M. His latest venture has already brought $1.7B in capital onboard and is growing. He has raised funding from top-tier investors like Fortress Investment Group, Kathleen Hale, First Republic Bank, and Acrew Capital.
8/24/2021 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds
Isaac Oates On Selling His First Company To Etsy And Now Raising $143 Million To Make Running A Business Easy
Isaac Oates helped take one startup through to an acquisition by Etsy. Now his current company, Justworks, has already raised $143M across seven rounds of funding to help the thousands of small and medium-sized businesses on its platform grow with confidence. He has raised funding from top-tier investors like Union Square Ventures, Redpoint, Spark Capital, and Latitude.
8/22/2021 • 34 minutes, 42 seconds
Angel Sahagun On Raising $72 Million To Help You Manage Your Money
Angel Sahagun is now on his third company, and it has already raised tens of millions of dollars to completely disrupt a major industry. His venture, Albo has raised funding from top-tier investors like Valar Venture, Dr. Cornelius Boersch, Conny & Co, and Greyhound Capital.
8/17/2021 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
Ashutosh Garg On Raising $400 Million To Accelerate The Right Career For Everyone In The World
Ashutosh Garg has raised $400M for his latest startup, with almost half a billion raised across his first two ventures so far. His startup, Eightfold has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Foundation Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, IVP (Institutional Venture Partners), and SoftBank Vision Fund.
8/10/2021 • 39 minutes, 4 seconds
Robert Piconi On Raising $117 Million To Decarbonize The Planet
Robert Piconi has been involved in some of the biggest transatlantic M&A deals. He’s now working with Bill Gross on a renewable energy startup that has already attracted significant capital from Softbank. His venture, Energy Vault has also acquired $117M in funding from investors like Helena Special Investments, Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures, Cemex Ventures, and Neotribe Ventures.
8/8/2021 • 32 minutes, 30 seconds
Jeff Seibert On Selling His Business To Twitter For $100 Million And Now Creating The First Financial Engine
Jeff Seibert is a repeat founder, with multiple full cycle startups and exits under his belt. Including going from zero to selling a company to Twitter for $100M in just 14 months. He has raised 10M for his next venture, Digits from top-tier investors like Benchmark, GV, Jeff Fagnan, and Chloe Sladden.
8/3/2021 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds
Tony Atti On Raising $230 Million To Reinvent Cooling Solutions With A Chip
Tony Atti’s startup has raised a substantial amount of capital to bring big change to the working of many things you touch on a daily basis. His venture, Phoninic has raised $230 Million in funding from top-tier investors like Goldman Sachs Asset Management, GGV Capital, Wellcome Trust, and Eastward Capital Partners.
8/1/2021 • 35 minutes, 55 seconds
Varun Talwar On Raising $53 Million To Fuel Easier And Safer Connectivity Across Applications
Varun Talwar has already raised tens of millions of dollars to empower developers to build more new technology faster and to drive the success of small to enterprise-sized companies. His venture, Tetrate has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like 8VC, Dell Technologies Capital, Scale Venture Partners, and Sapphire Ventures.
7/20/2021 • 32 minutes, 24 seconds
Robin Thurston On Selling His Business To Under Armour For $150M And Raising $180M To Inspire People To Live An Active Lifestyle
Robin Thurston is an energetic person who began life in sports. First as a skier, and then as a professional bike racer who competed internationally before switching to business after a major accident. His rise in the business world has been plutonic ever since, carrying lessons from each part of his life to build better. His venture, Felix has raised more than $180M from top-tier investors like Sequoia Heritage, Jazz Venture Partners, Zone 5 Ventures, and Next Ventures.
7/18/2021 • 26 minutes, 35 seconds
Francis Davidson On Building A $2.2 Billion Business By Turning Apartments Into Hotels
Francis Davidson launched his startup while still in school. That company now has over 1,000 employees and is going public through a SPAC deal. The venture Sonder has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Greenoaks Capital, Sandy Cass, Inovia Capital, and Spark Capital.
7/15/2021 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds
Francis Davidson On Building A $2.5 Billion Business By Turning Apartments Into Hotels
Francis Davidson launched his startup while still in school. That company now has over 1,000 employees and is going public through a SPAC deal. The venture Sonder has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Greenoaks Capital, Sandy Cass, Inovia Capital, and Spark Capital.
7/15/2021 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds
Tomer Tagrin On Building A $1.4 Billion Business By Helping Retail Brands Generate Online Revenue Growth
Tomer Tagrin has raised hundreds of millions of dollars for his startup which is empowering large brands and entrepreneurs alike to win online. His venture, Yotpo has raised funding from top-tier investors like ClalTech, Global Coin Ventures, Tiger Global Management, and Hanaco Venture Capital.
7/13/2021 • 25 minutes, 23 seconds
Oisin O’Connor On Building A $2 Billion Business By Turning Online Transactions Into Relationships
Oisin O’Connor built a formidable eCommerce company by bootstrapping it for years before taking outside investor money. Now they’ve raised almost $300M to empower even more businesses to go online. ReCharge has raised funding from top-tier investors like ICONIQ Growth, Bain Capital Ventures, and Summit Partners.
7/11/2021 • 26 minutes, 47 seconds
Alex Zivoder On Raising $70 Million To Teach Your Kids Money Skills
Alex Zivoder has been involved in building and scaling several companies. His latest venture has already attracted tens of millions of dollars in capital and is proving incredibly popular with parents and their kids. His startup, goHenry has raised funding from top-tier investors like Muse Capital, Citi Ventures, Gaia Capital Partners, and Edison Partners.
7/6/2021 • 31 minutes, 48 seconds
Will Graylin: From Navy Officer To Selling Four Companies For Over $300 Million
Will Graylin is a true serial entrepreneur who has done it again and again. Today, he is juggling two big startups that have already raised a combined $150M. Indigo and OV Loop, his two ventures have raised funding from top-tier investors.
7/4/2021 • 43 minutes, 5 seconds
Jake Kloberdanz On Raising Over $50 Million To Create A Wine That Brings Hope Where It is Needed The Most
Jake Kloberdanz has built a business with a purpose, and it is touching thousands of lives all over the country. His startup, ONEHOPE has millions of dollars in financing from top-tier investors like Wesley Chain, PLG Ventures, Matt Cheng, and West River Group.
7/1/2021 • 32 minutes, 48 seconds
Varun Talwar On Raising $53 Million To Fuel Easier And Safer Connectivity Across Applications
Varun Talwar has already raised tens of millions of dollars to empower developers to build more new technology faster and to drive the success of small to enterprise-sized companies. His venture, Tetrate has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like 8VC, Dell Technologies Capital, Scale Venture Partners, and Sapphire Ventures.
6/29/2021 • 32 minutes, 24 seconds
Peter Donnelly: From Professor To Entrepreneur And Raising $100 Million To Prevent Diseases Like Cancer Entirely
After many years of research, Sir Peter Donnelly made the leap from academia to founding his own company, to lead the charge in having a truly tangible impact with everything we are learning about genetics. His venture, Genomics PLC, has acquired funding from top-tier investors like F-Prime Capital, Oxford Sciences Innovation, Foresite Capital, and Lansdowne Partners.
6/29/2021 • 28 minutes, 36 seconds
Carey Smith On Selling His Business For $500 Million And Investing In Startups Not Caring Much About Returns
Carey Smith bootstrapped his own startup from zero to selling it for $500M. He is now a startup investor helping others grow their own ventures. He has invested in several startups like Awkward Essentials, Vibrant Gastro, Vibrant, Shotgun Seltzer, Lumen, and Tushy.
6/27/2021 • 35 minutes, 24 seconds
Erik Schiemann On Raising $750 Million To Transform The Way Organizations Use Energy
Erik Schiemann has raised hundreds of millions of dollars in financing to scale commercial solar across the US via his startup Distributed Solar Development. This company has acquired investment from top-tier investors like Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley, Fifth Third Bank, and Silicon Valley Bank.
6/24/2021 • 31 minutes, 23 seconds
Alex Frommeyer On Raising $170 Million To Modernize Dental Benefits
Alex Frommeyer has been a builder all of his life. He has taken that from childhood construction projects to engineering technology, and now creating a large and fast-growing startup, Beam. He has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like Nationwide Mutual Insurance, Drive Capital, Georgian, and Banner Ventures.
6/22/2021 • 32 minutes, 49 seconds
Reichen Kuhl On Growing Up In A Trailer Park And Now Raising $68 Million To Tackle A $3.5 Trillion Industry
Reichen Kuhl is an entrepreneur who seems to have a knack for turning challenges into big wins. He has already raised tens of millions of dollars to solve a problem facing millions of US households, that was born out of him being told “no.” His company, LeaseLock has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Westerly Winds, Vertex US, Moderne Ventures, and Liberty Mutual Strategic Ventures.
6/20/2021 • 31 minutes, 56 seconds
Rasty Turek: From Homeless To Raising $64 Million For His Google-Like Digital Attribution Engine
Rasty Turek has gone from living on his own at 14 years old to raising $64M for a startup that may be in one of today’s fastest-growing markets. His company, Pex has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like Susa Ventures, NextGen Venture Partners, Illuminate Ventures, and Amaranthine.
6/17/2021 • 38 minutes, 48 seconds
Malte Horeyseck On Raising $130 Million To Acquire Amazon Sellers
Malte Horeyseck is a multi-time startup entrepreneur. His most recent venture rolls up his previous experiences in M&A, backed with over $100M in funding. His startup, SellerX has raised funding from top-tier investors like 83North, Christopher North, Felix Capital, and Francois Nuyts.
6/15/2021 • 35 minutes, 4 seconds
Adam Singolda On Building A $2.6 Billion Business By Directing You To Related Content On The Internet
Adam Singolda is taking his adtech company public through a SPAC. They’ve already amassed over $1B in annual revenue, and with over $500M raised expect to keep on growing to become a household name. The company Taboola, has raised funding from top-tier investors like Daily Mail, Yahoo! Japan, dmg Ventures, and Planven Investments.
6/13/2021 • 29 minutes
Alexey Dubov On Raising $70 Million To 3D Print Your Next House
Alexey Dubov is a global entrepreneur who has started several companies. His latest venture, Mighty Buildings, has already raised tens of millions of dollars in capital and has been establishing new construction standards. Alexey has attracted funding from top-tier investors like AltaIR Capital, Foundamental, Abies Ventures, and Khosla Ventures.
6/8/2021 • 31 minutes, 5 seconds
Sridhar Ramaswamy On Becoming Google Ads Boss And Then Raising $77 Million To Create An Ad-Free Search Engine
If anyone could realistically hope to replace Google, it is probably Sridhar Ramaswamy and his team of talented engineers and advisors. Some of the best-known investors have already backed him with tens of millions of dollars too. His venture, Neeva has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Inovia Capital, Sequoia Capital, and Greylock.
6/6/2021 • 38 minutes, 24 seconds
Stefan Lederer On Raising $68 Million To Power The Future Of Streaming Video
Stefan Lederer has built a tech startup that has been used to create the future of streaming online video by some pretty well respected international brands. His company Bitmovin has raised funding from top-tier investors like Swisscom Ventures, Atomico, Highland Europe, and Constantia New Business.
6/3/2021 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Amin Shokrollahi On Raising $130 Million To Revolutionize Wired Connectivity
Amin Shokrollahi has raised some serious startup capital for his tech company, Kandou Bus. Amin has raised $130M in funding from top-tier investors like Raging Capital, Digital Transformation Fund, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Kreos Capital.
6/1/2021 • 30 minutes, 44 seconds
Jake Soberal On Raising $100 Million To Diversify The Workforce
Jake Soberal has raised close to $100M for his own startup which is spawning a new tech ecosystem. His company, Bitwise Industries has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Owens Corning, GingerBread Capital, JP Morgan Chase, and Plum Alley Investments.
5/30/2021 • 30 minutes, 42 seconds
Charlie Lee Raised $90 Million To Serve 1 Billion Underbanked Users In India
Charlie Lee is now on his second startup. With a mission of reaching one billion unserved people with fintech solutions, his venture has already raised $90M. Charlie has raised financing from top-tier investors like Northern Arc, Bon Angels Venture Partners, Daesung Private Equity, and Softbank Ventures Asia. His venture True Balance also goes by Balance Hero and Balancehero India.
5/27/2021 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
Sudheer Koneru On Building A $1 Billion Business By Creating An All-In-One Software For The Beauty Service Industry
Sudheer Koneru has raised over $200M for his latest startup, Zenoti. A big software company that powers brands in the health and wellness space. Sudheer has acquired funding from top-tier investors like Advent International, Steadview Capital, Tiger Global Management, and Accel.
5/25/2021 • 32 minutes, 46 seconds
Chris Gladwin On Selling His Business To IBM For $1.3 Billion And Raising $65 Million To Analyze Data Sets
Chris Gladwin is a true business builder. It is his craft. He has now launched four startups, including one which raised $100M and sold for over $1B to IBM. His current venture is Ocient, operating out of Great Lakes. It has raised more than $65M from top-tier investors like Gaingels, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, PSP Capital Partners, and Northwestern University.
5/23/2021 • 39 minutes, 52 seconds
Patrick Quigley On Raising $175 Million To Make Health Insurance Affordable
After helping others achieve great exits for their own businesses Patrick Quigley set out to fix some of the biggest problems in the health insurance industry. He has already raised $175M for the mission and is revolutionizing how it works with his own health tech startup. His company has raised $175M from top-tier investors like Tiger Global Management, Alpha Edison, GreatPoint Ventures, and Drive Capital.
5/20/2021 • 36 minutes, 1 second
Gustaf Agartson On Raising $130 Million To Protect Your Family From Financial And Health Risks
Gustaf Agartson is an international entrepreneur who set off to prove his business idea in a new emerging market. His venture has already raised over $100M in capital while attracting tens of millions of new customers. He has attracted funding from top-tier investors like CreditEase Fintech Investment Fund, LeapFrog Investments, Allianz X, and Kinnevik AB.
5/18/2021 • 32 minutes, 30 seconds
Cyriac Roeding On Selling His Company For $250 Million And Raising $60 Million To Detect Cancer Earlier
Cyriac Roeding is a full-cycle entrepreneur who has been launching his own ventures since he was a teenager. He sold one of his companies for $250M and has since helped lead two new health tech startups which have raised tens of millions of dollars.
5/16/2021 • 34 minutes, 53 seconds
Jordan Silbert And Ben Karlin On Raising $50 Million To Make Your Cocktail Spectacular
Jordan Silbert and Ben Karlin have raised tens of millions of dollars to improve your drinking experience with a premium mixer that is proving to be a big hit. Their startup, Q Mixers has attracted interest from top-tier investors like Eurazeo and First Beverage Group.
5/11/2021 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds
Hossein Azari On Selling His First Company For $100 Million And Now Building Your Gateway To Crypto
Hossein Azari sold his first startup to Goldman Sachs for nine figures. He has already raised funding for his second fintech venture that you may describe as the Google of finance. His startup, Cmorg has raised funding from top-tier investors.
5/9/2021 • 28 minutes, 45 seconds
Miguel Fernandez On Raising $90 Million To Help You Accelerate Growth In Your Business
Miguel Fernandez’s fintech startup has already raised at least $90M in debt and equity to help more SaaS companies supersize their growth rates. His startup Capchase has raised $90M from top-tier investors like i80 | Group, Ben Orthlieb, ONEVC, and Amara Venture Partners.
5/2/2021 • 29 minutes, 29 seconds
Ruairi Kelleher On Building With His Team A $575 Million Business By Helping Other Companies Scale Their Teams Globally
Ruairi Kelleher spun off his fast-growing fintech startup with $80M in funding to help global companies manage taxes and payroll around the world. His company, Immedis has raised $80M from top-tier investors like Lead Edge Capital and Scottish Equity Partners.
4/27/2021 • 33 minutes, 6 seconds
Jason Boehmig On Raising $183 Million To Make All Business Contracts Easier
Jason Boehmig is the cofounder and CEO of Ironclad which is one of the nation’s top makers of enterprise software for managing contracts. The company has raised $183 million from top tier investors including Accel, Sequoia, Greylock, and Bond to name a few.
4/25/2021 • 30 minutes, 5 seconds
Asesh Sarkar On Raising $100 Million To Help You Move From Debt To Savings
Asesh Sarkar has built a big finance business with an emphasis on blending social good and lending. His startup has already raised more than $100M in equity and $500M in debt financing. During our interview on the Dealmakers Podcast, Sarkar talked about finding the idea for a good business, the triangle needed for a great startup idea, and the truth about leadership. Plus, working your way through funding rounds with progressing investor expectations, and raising debt versus equity.
4/22/2021 • 24 minutes, 20 seconds
Vishal Marria On Raising $100 Million To Close The Gap Between Data And Mission Critical Decisions
Vishal Marria has raised around $100M for his big data analytics startup, offering more powerful insights to all large and small businesses. His startup, Quantexa has raised $100M from top-tier investors like HSBC, British Patient Capital, Dawn Capital, and AlbionVC.
4/20/2021 • 37 minutes, 6 seconds
Richie Serna On Raising $102 Million To Enable Every Business To Become A Fintech Company
Richie Serna learned the value of hustling early on in life. That has certainly paid off in raising over $100M for his own startup that is fueling the future of financial services with billions of transactions. Finix has raised $102M in financing from top-tier investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners, American Express Ventures, PSP Growth, and Inspired Capital Partners.
4/15/2021 • 33 minutes, 9 seconds
Simon Taylor On Raising $87 Million To Simplify Your Data Protection
Simon Taylor is one of the rising numbers of highly successful startup entrepreneurs to be coming out of the UK’s growing startup scene. His startup, HYCU has raised $89M in funding from top-tier investors like Acrew Capital and Bain Capital Ventures.
4/13/2021 • 25 minutes, 3 seconds
Jason Flick On How He Sold His Startup To AT&T For Over $100 Million
Jason Flick has founded several tech startups. His latest venture was recently acquired by AT&T’s WarnerMedia for more than $100M. He has acquired funding from several top-tier investors like FedDev, Sky UK, Causeway Media Partners, and Kayne Partners.
4/11/2021 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds
Matin Movassate On Raising $95 Million To Help Companies Turn Data Into Action
Matin Movassate has raised almost $100M for his deep analytics startup to help entrepreneurs systemize building great products. During our interview on the Dealmakers Podcast Movassate shared how he got hooked on coding, the gap between finding product-market fit and being ready to scale your business, how he got inspired to reinvent analytics tools, and the fundraising journey. Plus, his insights on building a leadership team.
4/8/2021 • 37 minutes, 42 seconds
Eugene Danilkis On Building A $2 Billion Business By Creating A SaaS Platform That Powers Banking Services
Eugene Danilkis has raised close to $175M to reengineer how financial and banking services are designed and delivered. During our interview on the Dealmakers Show Danilkis shared his adventures into entrepreneurship, his perspective on taking risks, fundraising, and growing as a startup CEO.
4/6/2021 • 33 minutes, 26 seconds
Ross Buhrdorf On Selling His Startup For $3.9 Billion And Now Raising $70 Million To Help You Start A Successful Business
Ross Buhrdorf is the co-founder and CEO of ZenBusiness which offers business products and services that help business owners in starting, running, and growing a business. The company has raised over $70 million from top-tier investors which include Founders Fund, Greycroft, and Slow Ventures to name a few. Prior to this is was the founding CTO of HomeAway which was acquired for $3.9 billion.
4/4/2021 • 31 minutes, 19 seconds
Nick Desai On Raising $165 Million To Bring Doctors To Your Home
Nick Desai is a multiple-time entrepreneur who has raised over $100M for his most recent startup venture alone. During his recent appearance on the Dealmakers Show Desai shared his evolution through several businesses, the decision not to get too comfortable, how much the wrong boards and investors can cost you, as well the more sustainable future of healthcare he and his wife have been creating.
4/1/2021 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds
Amir Elichai On Raising $60 Million To Create The Most Advanced Technology For 911 Calls
After being robbed on the beach Amir Elichai vowed to transform the emergency services industry. His startup has been making great strides to thrust 911 services around the world into the future. His startup Carbyne has recently raised over $60M in investments from top-tier investors like Elsted Capital Partners, FinTLV Ventures, Founders Fund, and Hanaco Venture Capital.
3/30/2021 • 32 minutes, 17 seconds
Christian Owens On Raising $100 Million To Transform How Your Business Delivers Revenue
Christian Owens started coding at just 12 years old. His startup has now raised nearly $100M, and is bringing in billions in revenue as they empower software startups around the world to scale. His startup Paddle has recently raised investments from top-tier investors like Notion Capital, FTV Capital, Kindred Capital, and 83North
3/28/2021 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Mahmoud Abdelkader On Raising Over $100 Million To Make Your Data Unhackable
Mahmoud Abdelkader is a full-cycle startup founder who has been around the block more than once. His latest venture could massively change how businesses handle data. His venture, Very Good Security has recently raised over $100M from top-tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz, GS Growth, Vertex Ventures, and Visa Ventures.
3/25/2021 • 36 minutes, 34 seconds
Karthik Venkateswaran On Raising $54 Million To Digitize Your Neighborhood Stores
Karthik Venkateswaran has raised tens of millions of dollars to modernize one of the biggest markets in the world. His startup Jumbotail has raised $45M from top-tier investors like Klinkert Investment Trust, Discovery Ventures, VII Ventures, and Peter Crosby Trust.
3/23/2021 • 36 minutes, 3 seconds
Dor Abuhasira On Raising $73 Million To Create Autonomous Drones
Dor Abuhasira has already raised over $70M for his tech startup, and it’s soaring in more than one way. His startup, Percepto has raised more than $73 million from top-tier investors like State of Mind Ventures, Delek Group, Arkin Holdings, and Koch Disruptive Technologies.
3/21/2021 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
Anshul Ruparell On Raising Over $100 Million To Change How People Buy And Sell Homes
Anshul Ruparell has raised a significant amount of financing and capital for his venture that is transforming one of the biggest and most entrenched markets. During our time on the Dealmakers Podcast Ruparell shared with our audience how he was inspired to entrepreneurship, spent time on both sides of the table as a startup investor and founder, and the pattern recognition he has picked up on the way. Plus, what he has learned about picking cofounders and investors, pivoting a business, and the importance of extreme focus.
3/18/2021 • 31 minutes, 19 seconds
Dhirendra Mahyavanshi On Raising $67 Million To Help You Identify The Most Appropriate Insurance Policy
Dhirendra Mahyavanshi has been making big strides in one of the fastest-growing sectors, in one of the biggest markets in the world. During our interview on the Dealmakers Show, Dhirendra Mahyavanshi shared his journey to startup founder and raising tens of millions of dollars from top international investors. Plus his take on the insurance market in India, how his company has helped bring about the digitization of insurance, what he sees as one of the most critical decisions that makes or breaks a startup. Plus, how to pick your cofounder.
3/16/2021 • 27 minutes, 52 seconds
Steve Fambro On Raising $50 Million To Create The First Mass Produced Solar Powered Car
Steve Fambro has started several companies, including relaunching his car startup for a second time. His company Aptera has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like Sandy Munro, Bay Wharf Capital, Meyer Equity, and NRG Energy.
3/14/2021 • 29 minutes, 48 seconds
Stefan Batory On Raising $120 Million To Make Your Appointments Easy
Stefan Batory has experienced living on a potato diet to several successful businesses and raising over $100M for his latest venture. Hi company Booksy has successfully raised funding from top-tier investors like Manta Ray Ventures, Kai Hansen, ENERN Investments, and VNV Global.
3/11/2021 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds
Mateo Jaramillo On Raising $127 Million To Help The World Transition To Renewable Energy With Technology
Mateo Jaramillo is the co-founder and CEO of Form Energy which develops and commercializes a low-cost battery system that can store wind and solar energy for a long duration. The company has raised $125 million from top-tier investors, including Temasek Holdings, Coatue, Prelude Ventures, Capricorn Investment Group, Macquarie Capital, and Energy Impact Partners to name a few.
3/9/2021 • 34 minutes, 6 seconds
Bill Smith On Selling His Business To Target For $500 Million And Now Raising $145 Million To Help You Live Anywhere
Bill Smith is the founder and CEO of Landing which develops a membership-based network of fully-finished urban apartment homes. The company has raised over $145 million from top-tier investors which include Greycroft, Foundry Group, Maveron, and Abstract Ventures. Prior to this Bill Smith founded Shipt which he sold to Target for $500 million.
3/7/2021 • 35 minutes, 28 seconds
Venkat Venkataramani On Raising Over $60 Million For Real-Time Analytics At Cloud Scale
Venkat Venkataramani has worked with some of the biggest and fastest-growing tech companies in the world. Instead of just collecting an easy paycheck he decided to take on the challenge of doing something even bigger and more impactful for other businesses. His company, Rockset, has been successful in raising more than $60 million in funding from top-tier investors like Sequoia Capital and Greylock.
3/4/2021 • 35 minutes, 2 seconds
Rotem Iram On Raising $91 Million To Remove Cyber Risks From The Insurance Market
Rotem Iram has been pioneering what’s next in business insurance. His startup has already raised nearly $100M from top-tier investors like Qumra Capital, Shlomo Kramer, Munich Re Ventures, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
3/2/2021 • 39 minutes, 8 seconds
Daniel Vogel On Raising $80 Million To Build One Of The Fastest Growing Crypto Exchanges That Is Processing Over $1 Billion A Year
Daniel Vogel became fascinated by bitcoin far before most had heard of it. His passion for crypto has morphed into the dominating exchange in Latin America, which processes more than $1B a year in the US to Mexico bitcoin transactions. His company has raised financing from top-tier investors like Kaszek Ventures, Pantera Capital, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures.
2/28/2021 • 35 minutes, 42 seconds
Spike Lipkin On Raising $100 Million To Modernize The $160 Billion Insurance Market
Spike Lipkin is the cofounder and CEO of Newfront Insurance which is a modern commercial insurance brokerage. The company has raised so far over $100 million from top tier investors such as Founders Fund, Index Ventures, Bloomberg Beta, or Meritech Capital Partners to name a few.
2/23/2021 • 30 minutes, 20 seconds
Sergio Furio On Building A $1.7 Billion Business By Empowering Brazilians To Take Control Of Their Lending Needs
Sergio Furio made the leap from corporate job to fintech founder. Having raised around $600M in capital, his startup was recently valued at $1.7B. His company, Creditas has recently raised funding from top-tier investors like Sunley House Capital Management, e.ventures, SoftBank Vision Fund, and Wellington Management, among others.
2/21/2021 • 44 minutes, 20 seconds
Rami Karjian On Raising With His Partners $80 Million To Deliver Hospital Care At Home
Rami Karjian’s healthcare startup has not only raised tens of millions of dollars, but has redefined what hospitals are. The timing couldn’t have been better. His company Medically Home has successfully raised $80M from top-tier investors like Cardinal Health.
2/20/2021 • 28 minutes, 21 seconds
Alex Collmer On Raising $95 Million To Rethink Video Production In The Post-COVID World
Alex Collmer is the founder and CEO of VidMob, the world's largest video creation platform. As the web transitions to a video-driven medium, Collmer recognized the need for businesses to have access to the world’s best video creators who could produce quality content for a variety of platforms that was affordable. VidMob has raised $95M from top-tier investors like BuildGroup, Acadia Woods Partners, Macanta Investments, and Interlock Partners.
2/16/2021 • 34 minutes, 57 seconds
Nick Hazell On Raising $100 Million To Create Plant-Based Meat That Tastes Like The Real Thing
Nick Hazell is an international entrepreneur who made the leap from a corporate job to a highly impactful startup, in one of the biggest industries worldwide. Nick's company v2food has successfully raised $100 million in funding from top-tier investors like Sequoia Capital China, China Rennaissance, Novel Investments, and Esenagro.
2/14/2021 • 28 minutes, 1 second
Roman Pedan On Raising $55 Million To Build A Software Driven Experience In Hospitality
Roman Pedan is the cofounder and CEO of Kasa Living which is a hospitality company that offers flexible accommodations for business and leisure travelers. The company has raised over $55 million from top tier investors including BoxGroup, Founder Collective, Ribbit Capital, NextGen Venture Partners, Touchdown Ventures, RET Ventures, and FirstMark Capital to name a few.
2/11/2021 • 40 minutes, 51 seconds
Corey McCann On Raising $250 Million To Create Software As A Drug
Corey McCann is the cofounder and CEO of Pear Therapeutics which is a software-based digital therapeutics platform designed to treat disease and enhance the efficacy of pharmaceuticals. The company has raised over $250 million from investors such as Temasek Holdings, 5AM Ventures, Softbank Vision Fund, EDBI, and Trustbridge Partners to name a few.
2/9/2021 • 23 minutes, 49 seconds
Raphael Vullierme On Raising $74 Million To Insure Your Home In 2 Minutes
Raphael Vullierme is the cofounder and CEO of Luko which is a neo-insurance company that provides home insurance and security technology. The company has raised over $70 million from top tier investors such as Accel, Founders Fund, Kima Ventures, and Orange Ventures to name a few.
2/7/2021 • 32 minutes, 1 second
Chris Hayes On Raising $600 Million To Help Companies Decarbonize Their Energy Resources
Chris Hayes is a true serial entrepreneur with several startups under his belt. His latest venture, Alturus has already raised hundreds of millions of dollars in capital, and is reinventing how companies manage their energy needs. The company has raised $600M from the top-tier investors such as Generate Capital.
2/4/2021 • 31 minutes, 48 seconds
Ariel Katz On Raising $70 Million To Arm Healthcare With Live Insights
Ariel Katz is the cofounder and CEO of H1 which develops a healthcare data analytics platform intended to help companies make smarter scientific decisions. The company has raised over $70 million from top tier investors such as Menlo Ventures, IVP, Lux Capital, Lux Capital, Liquid 2 Ventures, and Lead Edge Capital to name a few.
2/2/2021 • 33 minutes, 36 seconds
Sam Zaid On Building A Billion-Dollar Business By Reinventing Urban Mobility
Sam Zaid is the cofounder and CEO of Getaround which is a peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace that enables car owners to rent out their cars. The company has raised close to $600 million from top tier investors which include General Catalyst, Menlo Ventures, Redpoint, Bpifrance, Correlation Ventures, and Tuesday Capital to name a few.
1/31/2021 • 28 minutes, 57 seconds
Roberto Oliveira On Selling His Company For $35 Million And Then Buying It Back
Roberto Oliveira has founded, bought, and funded multiple startups. He seems to have great intuition when it comes to seeing what the next big thing is in tech. Now he is betting on a new form of digital asset your company needs.
1/24/2021 • 34 minutes, 23 seconds
Daniel Hawkins On Raising $100 Million To Help Remotely Oversee Surgeries
While many entrepreneurs may have found it more challenging to fund their ventures recently, Daniel Hawkins raised not one, but two funding rounds in the middle of the 2020 COVID pandemic, totaling over $100M. His company has raised over $100 million from top-tier investors like D1 Capital Partners, Sonder Capital, Coatue, and Playground Global.
1/17/2021 • 33 minutes, 59 seconds
Cherif Habib On Starting His First Company At 16 And Raising $100 Million To Remove Barriers To High Quality Healthcare
Cherif Habib has been a lifelong entrepreneur. He started his first business at just 16, has taken startups full cycle, and has now raised $100M for his latest healthcare venture. His company, Dialogue, has just raised $100M from top-tier investors like HV Capital, White Star Capital, Walter Capital partners, and Sun Life Financial.
1/14/2021 • 43 minutes, 22 seconds
Gautam Tambay On Raising $53 Million To Help You Learn Online With A Job Guarantee
Gautam Tambay’s startup is breaking the 500 year old education system with a new way to empower workers for the new economy. Their mission is to help a million people to find a more efficient and relevant way to learn and gain modern employment in the new world of work.
1/7/2021 • 43 minutes, 35 seconds
Michael Mueller On Raising $60 Million To Build The Future Of Payments In The Cloud
Michael Mueller is the cofounder and CEO of Form3 which is a cloud-native connectivity, payment processing, clearing and settlement services to Financial Institutions and Fintechs globally.. His company, Form3 has raised $60M from top-tier investors like Mastercard, 83North, Draper Esprit, and Nationwide Building Society.
1/4/2021 • 38 minutes, 19 seconds
Lance Hill On Raising $100 Million To Foster Meaningful Discussions In Health Care
Lance Hill’s health tech startup is one of those few companies that appears to have had the incredibly fortunate of enjoying a huge surge in demand thanks to the recent disruptions brought on by the coronavirus and how it has accelerated the use of technology, new needs, and hiring changes.
1/3/2021 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds
Martin Lindman On Raising $100 Million To Give You Access To Fast And Accurate Health Care
Now on his second startup, Martin Lindman has raised almost $100M to drive the digital transformation of the global healthcare system. Lindman has had a long journey of jumping into different industries to apply his skills, competitive spirit, and eagerness to take on a challenge. He is keenly interested in the digitization of healthcare.
12/31/2020 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
Niall Murphy On Raising $60 Million To Give Products A Digital Identity
Niall Murphy is the cofounder and CEO of EVRYTHNG which develops an IoT platform for consumer product brands, articulating data with real-time insights for billions of things. The company has raised $60 million from top tier investors such as Samsung Ventures, Cisco, Atomico, Cisco Investments, Dawn Capital, Sway Ventures, and The Future Fund to name a few.
12/31/2020 • 26 minutes, 54 seconds
Rodolphe Ardant On Raising $60 Million To Help You Control Spending
Rodolphe Ardant is the cofounder and CEO of Spendesk which is a smart spend management software designed for both finance teams and employees. The company has raised over $60 million from top tier investors including Index Ventures, Kima Ventures, FundersClub, Eight Roads Ventures, Financiere Saint James, and eFounders to name a few.
12/29/2020 • 35 minutes, 46 seconds
Krish Subramanian On Raising $100 Million To Help Your Business Move To Subscriptions
Krish Subramanian is the co-founder of Chargebee that offers subscription and recurring billing system for subscription-based SaaS and eCommerce businesses. It is built with a focus on delivering the best experience to provide a seamless and flexible recurring billing experience to customers and manage customer subscriptions. The company has raised over $100M from top-tier investors like Steadview Capital, Insight Partners, Tiger Global Management, and Accel.
12/28/2020 • 32 minutes, 57 seconds
Antoine Hubert On Raising $435 Million To Build The Biggest Insect Farm
Antoine Hubert is the cofounder of Ynsect, which is dedicated to insect breeding and derivative bioproducts manufacturing, such as oils and protein powders. His company has raised $435 million from top-tier investors like Supernova Invest, Caisse d'Epargne, Footprint Coalition, and Arnmat Group.
12/22/2020 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds
Derek Steer On Raising $83 Million To Help You Analyze And Visualize Data
Derek Steer has raised just shy of $100M for his startup already. His venture is already transforming how tech companies and data analysts work, and they’ve got some pretty notable investors behind them.
12/17/2020 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
Demetri Karagas On Raising $70 Million To Create Enjoyable Healthcare Experiences
Demetri Karagas is the cofounder and CEO of Thirty Madison which offers direct-to-consumer healthcare and wellness products. The company has raised over $70 million from top tier investors which include First Round Capital, Greycroft, Polaris Partners, and Maveron to name a few.
12/15/2020 • 33 minutes, 52 seconds
Timothy Sheehan On Raising $300 Million To Help You Raise Financially Smart Kids
Timothy Sheehan is the cofounder and CEO of Greenlight which is a developer of a smart debit card used to help parents monitor their child's spending habits. The company has raised $300 million from top tier investors including NEA, Social Capital, Service Provider Capital, Relay Ventures, DST Global, and TTV Capital to name a few.
12/10/2020 • 33 minutes, 8 seconds
Yakir Gola On Raising $1.4 Billion For A Startup He Launched At Just 20 Years Old
Yakir Gola is the cofounder and CEO of goPuff which delivers everyday essentials, from cleaning supplies, home needs, and OTC medications to food and drinks in just minutes. The company has raised over $1.4 billion from top tier Accel, e.ventures, Softbank, D1 Capital Partners, 3L Capital, Anthos Capital, and Luxor Capital Group.
12/8/2020 • 37 minutes, 40 seconds
Julia Hu On On Raising $100 Million To Help Millions Of People Manage Their Chronic Diseases
Juli Hu is the cofounder and CEO of Lark Health which is a digital health startup that provides virtual care through AI coaching, smart devices, and tele-monitoring. The company has raised $100 million from top tier investors such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, Social Starts, Tuesday Capital, Pegasus Tech Ventures, Asset Management Ventures, and Golden Seeds to name a few.
12/6/2020 • 40 minutes, 53 seconds
Trevor Koverko On Raising $59 Million To Pioneer The Multi-Trillion Dollar Crypto Industry
Trevor Koverko is the cofounder and CEO of Polymath Network which is the interface between financial securities and the blockchain. The company has raised $59 million. Prior to this, Trevor Koverko founded several other companies.
12/3/2020 • 30 minutes, 27 seconds
Benjamin Miller On Crowdfunding $1.5 Billion To Break The Status Quo In Real Estate
Benjamin Miller is the cofounder and CEO of Fundrise which offers an alternative to investing in stock and bonds, the first low-cost, and direct private market investment built. The company has crowdfunded over $1.5 billion for itself and also counts with institutional backers such as ReRen.
12/2/2020 • 33 minutes, 31 seconds
Brad Hargreaves On Selling His Business For $400 Million And Now Raising $100 Million To Make Living With Others A Joy
Brad Hargreaves is the cofounder and CEO of Common Living which is a community-driven residential company that brings community, convenience, and flexibility to housing. The company has raised over $113 million from top tier investors such as 8 VC, Maveron, Norwest Venture Partners, and Grand Central Tech to name a few.
12/2/2020 • 32 minutes, 36 seconds
Chaitanya Kalipatnapu On Raising $160 Million To Transform The $280 Billion Professional Education Market
Chaitanya Kalipatnapu is the cofounder if Eruditus which collaborates with top universities to make executive education accessible globally. The company has raised over $160 million from top tier investors including Prosus Ventures, Sequoia Capital, or Bertelsmann.
12/2/2020 • 30 minutes, 13 seconds
Jonathan Langer On Raising $50 Million To Protect Every Connected Device In Hospitals
Jonathan Langer is the cofounder and CEO of Medigate which owns and operates a medical device security platform that protects all connected medical devices on health care provider networks. The company has raised $50 million from investors like US Venture Partners, Partech, Blumberg Capital, YL Ventures, and Maor Investments.
11/17/2020 • 28 minutes, 41 seconds
Ramu Sunkara On Selling His First Business For $150 Million And Now Taking On Google, Apple Or Amazon
Ramu Sunkara is the cofounder and CEO of Alan AI which has pioneered Spoken Language Understanding for enterprises to build, deploy, and manage voice experiences in their apps and IoT devices. Prior to this he cofounded Qik which was acquired for $150 million by Microsoft.
11/15/2020 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds
Daniel Hegarty On Raising $80 Million To Create The Easiest Mortgage Solution
Daniel Hegarty is the cofounder and CEO of Habito which is a digital mortgage brokerage services company that offers a personal and modernized approach to the home buying experience. The company has raised $80 million Atomico, Ribbit Capital, Mosaic Ventures, SBI Group, Loric Ventures, and Mojo Capital to name a few.
11/10/2020 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Sandeep Akkaraju On Raising $100 Million To Take Medical Imaging Everywhere
Sandeep Akkaraju is the cofounder and CEO of Exo which is a medical device startup which develops handheld ultrasound devices and AI for imaging and therapeutic applications. The company has raised $100 million from top tier investors such as Intel Capital, Applied Ventures, Sony Innovation fund, Rising Tide, Bold Capital Partners, Creative Ventures, Raimagined Ventures, and OSF Ventures to name a few. Prior to this he built and sold IntelliSense for around $750 million.
11/8/2020 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
Keith Richman On Raising Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars And Now Taking Amazon Sellers To The Next Level
Keith Richman is a serial entrepreneur and currently the cofounder of Boosted Commerce. The company has raised $87 million from investors such as Crosscut Ventures, Spencer Rascoff, Torch Capital, and Elie Seidman to name a few. Prior to this he has also cofounded VOI Technology, Break Media, and OnePage.
11/3/2020 • 37 minutes, 8 seconds
Felix Reinshagen On Raising $60 Million To Map The Most Important Part Of The World That Google Forgot
Felix Reinshagen is the cofounder and CEO of NavVis which is a global provider of indoor spatial intelligence solutions for enterprises. The company has raised over $60 million from top tier investors such as European Investment BAnk, Target Partners, BayBG, MIG, Digital+ Partners, Cumulus Ventures, and Kozo Keikaku Engineering to name a few.
11/1/2020 • 32 minutes, 23 seconds
Lynn Seely On Raising $1 Billion To Redefine Care For Women And Men
Lynn Seely started Myovant Sciences which delivers innovative women's health and prostate cancer solutions by efficiently advancing new medicines to market. The company has raised $1 billion from investors such as Danippon Sumitomo Pharma. Myovant Sciences was one of the largest biopharma IPOs in 2016.
10/27/2020 • 34 minutes, 55 seconds
Peter Briffett On Disrupting 400 Years Of Banking And Financial Services In 24 Months
Peter Briffett is the cofounder and CEO of Wagestream which is a financial services firm that allows employees to stream their earned wages into their accounts through an instant app. Between lines of credit, equity, and debt, the company has raised $79 million with investors such as Balderton Capital, Northzone, QED investors, London Co-Investment Fund, Village Global, Firestartr, and Latitude to name a few.
10/25/2020 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Kara Goldin On Building A Business Worth Hundreds Of Millions That Is Taking On The World’s Biggest Brands
Kara Goldin is the CEO and cofounder of Hint which is a beverage startup that produces natural flavored unsweetened essence water. The company has raised over $50 million from top tier investors such as The Perkins Fund, Verlinvest, GingerBread Capital, and Springboard Growth Capital to name a few.
10/23/2020 • 35 minutes, 29 seconds
Patrick Burns On Raising $50 Million To Enable In Real Estate More Than $3.5 Billion In Transaction Volume
Patrick Burns is the co-founder and CEO of Spruce Holdings which aims to improve title insurance assessment and issuance to reduce the time needed to close a real estate deal. The company has raised over $50 million from investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Omidyar Network, Scale Venture Partners, and Collaborative Fund to name a few.
10/18/2020 • 33 minutes, 7 seconds
Trevor Martin On Raising $75 Million To Become A Top Contender In Combating COVID
Trevor Martin is the cofounder and CEO of Mammoth Biosciences which develops novel CRISPR applications for disease detection, research, agriculture, biodefense, and more. The company has raised over $75 million investors from top tier investors such as Mayfield Fund, 8VC, or NFX to name a few.
10/15/2020 • 31 minutes, 36 seconds
Milind Mehere On Selling His Business For $342 Million And Now Raising $85 Million To Help You Invest With The Ultra Rich
Milind Mehere is the cofounder and CEO of Yieldstreet which is an investment platform that is changing how wealth is created by connecting investors to asset-based alternative investments. The company has raised $85 million from investors such as Greycroft, FJ Labs, Edison Partners, Greenspring Associates, and Expansion Venture Capital to name a few. Prior to this is, Milind Mehere cofounded Yodle which he sold for $342 million.
10/13/2020 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds
Amrit Acharya On Building A $100 Million Business In 24 Months Out Of India
Amrit Acharya is the cofounder and CEO of Zetwerk which is an online marketplace that connects buyers and suppliers for manufacturing jobs. The company has raised over $60 million from top tier investors such as Accel, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sequoia Capital India, InnoVen Capital, and Kae Capital to name a few.
10/11/2020 • 38 minutes, 37 seconds
Bill Barhydt On Selling Three Companies And Raising $35 Million To Create A Crypto Bank
Bill Barhydt is the cofounder and CEO of Abra which is a digital wallet that supports bitcoin and over 50 fiat currencies. The company has raised over $35 million from investors such as First Round Capital, RRE Ventures, Lerer Hippeau and Digital Currency Group to name a few. Prior to this, Bill Barhydt founded three other companies.
10/8/2020 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
Ryan Smith On Raising $300 Million To Connect Thousands Of Cannabis Brands And Retailers
Ryan Smith is the cofounder and CEO of LeafLink which is a wholesale management platform for the cannabis industry. The company has raised $300 million from top tier investors including Lerer Hippeau, Thrive Capital, Fairhaven Capital Partners, Muse Capital, Casa Verde Capital, TIA Ventures, Phyto partners, Canopy Rivers, Brand New Matter, Wisdom VC, Nosara Capital, and L2 Ventures to name a few.
10/6/2020 • 28 minutes, 31 seconds
Ilir Sela On Raising $82 Million To Help You Order Your Favorite Pizza
Ilir Sela is the cofounder and CEO of Slice which transforms independent pizzerias with the tech, data, marketing, and shared services needed to serve today’s digital-minded customers. The company has raised over $80 million from top tier investors like GGV Capital, KKR, Primary Venture Partners, or RiverPArk Ventures to name a few.
10/4/2020 • 43 minutes, 53 seconds
Brian Powers On Raising $80 Million To Kill Plastic Foam In Packaging
Brian Powers is the cofounder and CEO of TemperPack which manufactures insulated packaging solutions that meet the needs of all industries that ship perishable items. The company has raised over $80 million from investors like Revolution, SFJ Ventures, Harbert Growth Partners, Tao Capital Partners, Third Prime, Interplay Ventures, Haas Portman, and Dolik Ventures to name a few.
9/29/2020 • 35 minutes, 56 seconds
Ross Lipson On Raising $53 Million To Deliver Cannabis To Your Door
Ross Lipson is the cofounder of Dutchie which is an online cannabis ordering platform that connects consumers to local cannabis retailers. The company has raised over $50 million from investors such as Thrive Capital, Sinai Ventures, Thirty Five Ventures, Casa Verde Capital, and Gron Ventures to name a few.
9/27/2020 • 43 minutes, 49 seconds
Andrei Cherny On Raising $200 Million To Give You A Reason To Love Your Bank
Andrei Cherny is the cofounder and CEO of Aspiration which is a socially conscious fintech platform that offers a range of products oriented around conscious consumerism. The company has raised over $200 million from top tier investors which include Omidyar Network, 8VC, Allen & Company, Capricorn Investment, SuRo Capital, Renren, Alpha Edison, AGO Partners, Enabling Future, and DNS Capital to name a few.
9/22/2020 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
Sanjay Sharma On Raising $300 Million To Fund Microenterprises
Sanjay Sharma is the cofounder of Aye Finance which is a finance company that provides business loans to micro and small businesses. The company has raised $300 million from top tier investors such as CapitalG, FMO, Accion Venture Lab, and Aspada to name a few.
9/20/2020 • 35 minutes, 2 seconds
Craig Fuller On Raising $75 Million To Empower A $700 Billion Industry With Data Intelligence
Craig Fuller is the founder and CEO of FreightWaves which is a data and content forum that provides market participants with near-time analytics. The company has raised over $75 million from investors such as Revolution, Pritzker Group Venture Capital, 8VC, Hearst Ventures, Story Ventures, and Ascend Venture Capital to name a few.
9/15/2020 • 27 minutes, 18 seconds
Nigel Verdon On Raising Tens Of Millions To Allow Any Company Or Brand To Offer Financial Services
Nigel Verdon is the cofounder and CEO of Railsbank which is an open banking API and platform that gives regulated and un-regulated companies access to global banking. The company has raised over $14 million from top tier investors like Kima, Moneta VC, and Visa to name a few.
9/13/2020 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
Jason Springs On Selling His First Startup To Roche For $425 Million And Now Bringing Targeted Therapies To Critically Ill Patients
Jason Springs is the co-founder and CEO of Endpoint Health which provides precision medicine and integrated therapies for critical care. The company has already secured $12 million in funding from investors, including Mayfield, AME Cloud Ventures, Wireframe Ventures, and Y Combinator. Prior to this, Jason Springs sold the previous company he cofounded, GeneWEAVE, to Roche in 2015 fo $425 million.
9/10/2020 • 37 minutes
Iyad Tarazi On Raising $140 Million To Take On Google
Iyad Tarazi is the cofounder and CEO of Federated Wireless which develops a spectrum controller for wireless networks and communication intended to revolutionize the wireless industry. The company has raised $140 million from top tier investors such as GIC, Woodford Investment Management, Allied Minds, Charter Communications, American Tower, Arris Group, SBA Communications, and Pennant Equity Partners to name a few.
9/8/2020 • 31 minutes, 50 seconds
Drew Perkins On Cofounding Companies Worth Billions And Now Raising $159 Million To Elevate Your Vision
Drew Perkins is the co-founder and CEO of Mojo Vision which is a developer of products and platforms that re-imagine the intersection of ideas, information, and people. The company has raised $159 million from top tier investors such as NEA, Khosla Ventures, AME Cloud Ventures, 8VC, Motorola Solutions Venture Capital, Kakao Ventures, Dolby Family Ventures, and Gradient Ventures to name a few. Prior to this he cofounded Lightera (acquired by Ciena), OnFiber (acquired by Qwest), Infinera (IPO), and Gainspeed (acquired by Nokia).
9/3/2020 • 31 minutes, 20 seconds
Alex Robinson On Raising $100 Million To Reinvent The $16 Trillion Commercial Real Estate Industry
Alex Robinson is the co-founder and CEO of Juniper Square which operates an investment management platform for commercial real estate. The company has raised over $100 million from investors such as Redpoint, Felicis Ventures, Precursor Ventures, Ribbit Capital, Red Swan Ventures, LeFrak, Maiden Lane Ventures, OVO Fund, and Zigg Capital to name a few.
9/1/2020 • 38 minutes
Felix Van de Maele On Building A $2.3 Billion Business By Turning Your Data Into Valuable Information
Felix Van de Maele is the founder and CEO of Collibra which delivers the only end to end data intelligence platform to accelerate digital business transformation. The company has raised over $300 million from top tier investors such as Index Ventures, Battery Ventures, ICONIQ Capital, Dawn Capital, CapitalG, Newion, Durable Capital Partners, and Brustart to name a few.
8/30/2020 • 40 minutes, 21 seconds
David Rosenberg On Raising $200 Million To Transform Agriculture With The Largest Vertical Farm
David Rosenberg is the cofounder and CEO of AeroFarms which is an urban cleantech company that provides aeroponic growing systems to produce plants without sun or soil. The company has raised over $200 million from top tier investors which include GSR Ventures, Newark Venture Partners, Middleland Capital, 21Ventures, Wheatsheaf Group, MissionPoint Capital Partners, Cibus Fund, and ADM Capital to name a few.
8/27/2020 • 43 minutes, 38 seconds
Tom Shea On Building A $1 Billion Business By Creating Software That Modernizes Finance
Tom Shea is the cofounder and CEO of OneStream Software which is an independent CPM software company. The company has raised over $600 million from investors like KKR. Prior to this he founded UpStream Software which was acquired by Hyperion which would later be acquired by Oracle for over $3 billion.
8/26/2020 • 33 minutes, 28 seconds
Eran Shir On Selling His Last Business To Yahoo For $50 Million And Now Raising $100 Million To Warn Drivers Of Road Hazards
Eran Shir is the co-founder and CEO of Nexar which makes every car smart and is building the world’s safe driving network. The company has raised $100 million from top tier investors like True Ventures, Slow Ventures, Samsung NEXT, Expansion Venture Capital, Mosaic Ventures, Aleph, Maniv Mobility, Tusk Venture Partners, Ibex Investors, Nationwide Ventures, 40 North Ventures, Micron Ventures, and Corner Ventures to name a few.
8/23/2020 • 52 minutes, 53 seconds
Arcady Sosinov On Raising $45 Million To Create An Ultrafast Charging Solution For Vehicles
Arcady Sosinov is the cofounder and CEO of FreeWire Technologies which provides smart battery systems for EV charging and mobile distributed power. The company has raised $45 million from investors such as EASME, Silicon Valley Bank, Alumni Ventures Group, Total Access Fund, Elemental Excelerator, BP Ventures, ABB Technology Ventures, Momenta Ventures, Chestnut Street Ventures, Spike Ventures, Blue Bear Capital, Strawberry Creek Ventures, Stanley Ventures, and Energy Innovation Capital to name a few.
8/20/2020 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds
Max Simkoff On Raising $230 Million To Transform Real Estate With Machine Intelligence
Max Simkoff is the cofounder of States Title which is an insurtech platform that uses machine intelligence to remove friction from residential real estate transactions. The company has raised $230 million from top tier investors such as Foundation Capital, Horizons Ventures, Bloomberg Beta, Greenspring Associates, Fifth Wall, Assurant Growth Investing, Lennar Corporation, SCOR Global P&C Ventures, HSCM Bermuda, and Eminence Capital LP to name a few.
8/19/2020 • 40 minutes, 21 seconds
Oleg Tumanov On Raising $200 Million To Create The Rival Of Netflix In Russia
Oleg Tumanov is the cofounder and CEO of ivi which is a video-on-demand platform that brings the traditional television experience online with a free video player. The company has raised $200 million from investors such as Tiger Global Management, RTP Global, Flashpoint, Baring Vostok Capital Partners, Mubadala Capital, Russian Direct Investment Fund, Frontier Ventures, Winter Capital, Alfa-Bank, and Prof-Media to name a few.
8/16/2020 • 38 minutes, 25 seconds
Lisa Alderson On Raising $60 Million To Bring Genetics To Everyday Life
Lisa Alderson is the co-founder and CEO of Genome Medical which is a telegenomics technology and services company allowing access to genomic-based medicine. The company has raised over $60 million from investors such as Canaan Partners, GE Ventures, Perceptive Advisors, Kaiser Permanente Ventures, Techammer, Casdin Capital, Manatt Venture Fund, and Samsung Catalyst Fund to name a few.
8/13/2020 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds
Brandon Krieg On Raising $300 Million To Help Millennials Hit Their Financial Goals
Brandon Krieg is the co-founder and CEO of Stash which is a New York-based digital investing and banking platform. The company has raised over $300 million from top tier investors including Founders Fund, Union Square Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Greenspring Associates, Coatue Management, Entree Capital, Valar Ventures, Goodwater Capital, Breyer Capital, and Lending Tree to name a few. Prior to this, he co-founded Edge Trade (acquired by Knight Capital Group).
8/11/2020 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
Ryan Disraeli On Starting His Business As A Teenager And Selling It For $230M
Ryan Disraeli is the cofounder of TeleSign which is the leading provider of single-platform global communications and trusted identity data solutions. The company raised $78 million from investors like Telstra Ventures, March Capital Partners, and Summit Partners. Ultimately it was acquired for $230 million by BICS.
8/11/2020 • 33 minutes, 15 seconds
Jason Gardner On Building A $4 Billion Business By Simplifying Payments For Other Companies
Jason Gardner is the founder and CEO of Marqeta which provides infrastructure and tools to help companies build and manage payment programs. The company has raised over $500 million from top tier investors which include Daintree, Granite Ventures, Coatue Management, Lone Pine Capital, Greyhound Capital, CommerzVentures, 83North, Geodesic Capital, Visa, Spark Capital, ICONIQ Capital, Vitruvian Partners, and Greylock to name a few. Prior to this, he founded Vertical Think, and PropertyBridge (acquired by MoneyGram).
8/9/2020 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds
Hanif Joshaghani: From Living In A Refugee Camp In Iraq To Raising $52 Million For His AI Startup
Hanif Joshaghani is the co-founder and CEO of Symend which is a behavioral analytics platform that provides customer engagement products to identify customers having trouble with their bills. The company has raised over $52 million from investors like Ignition Partners, Inovia Capital, TELUS Ventures, Mistral Venture Partners, and Impression Ventures to name a few.
8/6/2020 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds
Maximilian Bittner On Selling His First Business For $4 Billion To Alibaba And Now Raising $250 Million To Extend The Lifespan Of Your Clothes
Maximilian Bittner is the CEO of Vestiaire Collective which is a global marketplace enabling people to buy and sell luxury, pre-owned fashion products. The company has raised over $250 million from top tier investors such as Bpifrance, Idinvest Partners, Balderton Capital, Ventech, Vitruvian Partners, Eurazeo, Fidelity International, Korelya Capital, Conde Nast, Vaultier7, Cuir Invest, and Luxury Tech Fund to name a few. Prior to this, Maximilian cofounded Lazada which he sold to Alibaba for $4 billion.
8/4/2020 • 48 minutes, 51 seconds
Jay Desai On Raising $100 Million To Transform The Healthcare Experience
Jay Desai is the cofounder and CEO of PatientPing which is a health technology company that is building a national network of engaged providers who are sharing information, coordinating care, and working together to get patients healthier faster. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors including SV Angel, Andreessen Horowitz, First Round Capital, GV, Eight Roads Ventures, F-Prime Capital, Leerink Transformation Partners, and Transformation Capital to name a few.
8/2/2020 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds
Rahul Gandhi On Raising $150 Million To Create A Dropbox For Your Real Things
Rahul Gandhi is the cofounder and CEO of MakeSpace which is an on-demand storage company that makes it easy to order, store, and retrieve physical belongings. The company has raised $140 million so far from top tier investors such as Iron Mountain, Provenio Capital, Maywic Select Investments, Upfront Ventures, CX Collective, Ten Eighty Capital, 8VC, Founders Fund, and Lowercase Capital to name a few.
7/30/2020 • 42 minutes, 38 seconds
Taejun Shin On Raising $100 Million To Provide 100 Million People Access To Microfinance Solutions
Taejun Shin is the co-founder and CEO of Gojo & Company which extends financial inclusion to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors such as JAFCO Japan, SBI Investment, Nissay Capital, Nippon Venture Capital, Dai-ichi Life, Credit Saison, Sompo Holdings, Link and Motivation, MARUI Group, Seven Bank, Tokyo University of Science Investment Management, Japan International Cooperation Agency, Aizawa Securities, Tokyo Star Bank, 15th Rock Ventures, and Dimension.
7/28/2020 • 30 minutes, 58 seconds
Alan Hahn On Selling His Companies For Over $1 Billion And Now Transforming The Food Industry With Mushrooms
Alan Hahn is the cofounder of MycoTechnology which utilizes fungi based food-processing platforms to transform the flavor and value of agricultural products. The company has raised $120 million from investors such as Wavemaker Partners, Seventure Partners, Middleland Capital, GreatPoint Ventures, S2G Ventures, Tao Capital Partners, Emerson Collective, Continental Grain Company, Cibus Fund, Eighteen94 Capital, Closed Loop Capital, Tyson Ventures, Health for Life Capital fund, Bunge, Evolution Capital Partners, Ajinomoto, and Greenleaf Foods to name a few. Prior to this he cofounded Shared Technologies Fairchild, Corvigo, and SolarX.
7/26/2020 • 34 minutes, 53 seconds
Tomas Martins On Building The Largest Micromobility Company In South America With Over 2 Million Rides Per Month
Tomas Martins is the co-founder and CEO of tembici which is a Brazilian bike-sharing company. The company has raised over $60 million from investors such as International Finance Corporation, Redpoint eventures, Valor Capital Group, and Joa Investimentos to name a few.
7/21/2020 • 30 minutes, 54 seconds
Ola Sars: From Helping Build A $3 Billion Startup To Creating One Of The Fastest Growing Companies In Music
Ola Sars is a serial entrepreneur and the cofounder of Soundtrack Your Brand which is a background music streaming service with curated background soundtracks for business use. The company has raised over $50 million from investors such as Balderton Capital, Wellington Partners, Northzone, Creandum, Industrifonden, NJF Capital, and Spotify to name a few. Prior to this he helped built Beats into a $3 billion business.
7/19/2020 • 33 minutes, 52 seconds
Sujal Patel On Selling His First Business For $2.6 Billion And Now Raising $108 Million From Jeff Bezos And Others To Improve Medical Diagnostics
Sujal Patel is the cofounder and CEO of Nautilus Biotechnology which offers a high-throughput, low-cost platform for analyzing and quantifying the human proteome. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Madrona Venture Group, AME Cloud Ventures, Vulcan Capital, Perceptive Advisors, Bezos Expeditions, Bolt Ventures, and Defy Ventures to name a few. Prior to this, he cofounded Isilon which he sold to EMC for $2.6 billion.
7/16/2020 • 44 minutes, 8 seconds
James Isilay On Raising Millions To Accelerate Your Sales With Artificial Intelligence
James Isilay is the cofounder and CEO of Cognism which is a B2B sales acceleration software company that provides a marketing and sales acceleration solution. The company has raised over $20 million from top tier investors such as Investiere, London Co-Investment Fund, Newable Private Investing, AXA Venture Partners, Fintech Sandbox, and PeakSpan Capital to name a few.
7/14/2020 • 28 minutes, 33 seconds
Kelvin Teo On Giving $1 Billion In Loans To Small And Medium-Sized Businesses In Asia
Kelvin Teo is the co-founder and CEO of Funding Societies which is an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace for SMEs to acquire loans and fuel their growth through investor funding. The company has raised close to $60 million from top tier investors such as Sequoia, Softbank Ventures, Golden Gate, Alpha JWC Ventures, Qualgro VC, The Graduate Syndicate, and Line Corporation to name a few.
7/12/2020 • 28 minutes, 4 seconds
Avi Freedman: Y Combinator Rejected Him And Then He Raised $62 Million To Build The Tech Infrastructure Needed Post COVID-19
Avi Freedman is the co-founder and CEO at Kentik which is a network intelligence platform that provides visibility, performance, and security services to digital enterprises. The company has raised over $50 million from top tier investors such as First Round Capital, Data Collective DCVC, August Capital, Webb Investment Network, Glynn Capital Management, Third Point Ventures, Engineering Capital, and Tahoma Ventures to name a few.
7/9/2020 • 32 minutes, 56 seconds
Rahul Dhanda On Raising $50 Million To Create The Ultimate Coronavirus Test
Rahul Dhanda is the cofounder and CEO of Sherlock Biosciences which is an engineering biology company offering unparalleled breadth and versatility for diagnostic solutions. The company has raised over $50 million from investors such as Baidu Ventures, Northpond Ventures, and Open Philanthropy Project.
7/7/2020 • 37 minutes, 15 seconds
Jay Bregman On Raising Millions To Help Businesses Thrive In The New Normal
Jay Bregman is a serial entrepreneur and currently the cofounder and CEO of Thimble which is an insurance producer enabling small businesses to succeed on their own terms. The company has raised $30 million from Slow Ventures, LocalGlobe, Frontline Ventures, AXA Venture Partners, OpenOcean, Novel TMT Ventures, ValueStream Ventures, and IAC to name a few. Prior to this, he cofounded Hailo (acquired by Daimler Mercedes-Benz) and eCourier (acquired by Royal Mail).
7/5/2020 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Orr Danon On Raising $90 Million To Drive Artificial Intelligence To The Edge
Orr Danon is the co-founder and CEO of Hailo which has developed a specialized deep learning processor that delivers the performance of a data center-class computer to edge devices. The company has raised $90 million from top tier investors including Easme, Maniv Mobility, ABB Technology Ventures, Glory Ventures, NEC Corporation, and Latitude to name a few.
7/2/2020 • 35 minutes, 21 seconds
Drew McElroy On Raising Over $100 Million To Disrupt A $120 Billion Industry
Drew McElroy is the cofounder of Transfix which provides trucking brokerage services in the United States. The company has raised close to $130 million from top tier investors which include NEA, Lerer Hippeau, Founder Collective, Expansion Venture Capital, Corigin Ventures, Bowery Capital, Canvas Ventures, G Squared, Deep Fork Capital, Charge Ventures, and Thayer Street Partners to name a few.
6/28/2020 • 42 minutes, 35 seconds
Jason Guss On Raising $100 Million To Empower The $14 Billion Powersports Market
Jason Guss is the co-founder and CEO of Octane Lending which offers a point of sales financing and insurance platform for niche consumer markets. The company has raised over $100 million from IA Ventures, Contour Venture Partners, Valar Ventures, FinTech Collective, Third Prime, Berenson & Company, and Rider Insurance to name a few.
6/25/2020 • 31 minutes, 20 seconds
Michael Winn On Quitting His Job At Google And Raising $100 Million To Take Over The Skies With Drones
Michael Winn is the co-founder and CEO of DroneDeploy which is a cloud-based drone mapping and analytics platform to help businesses get things done. The company has raised $100 million from top tier investors which include Bessemer Venture Partners, Threshold, Redpoint, Data Collective DCVC, Uncork Capital, Scale Venture Partners, Emergence, AngelPad, AirTree Ventures, High Alpha, Drone Fund, and Energize Ventures to name a few.
6/23/2020 • 32 minutes, 6 seconds
Michael Cassau On Raising $300 Million To Make Sure You Can Afford The Latest Tech Products
Michael Cassau is the founder and CEO of Grover which brings the access economy to the consumer electronics market, by offering a simple, monthly subscription model for the best in tech. The company has raised over $300 million from top tier investors such as Global Founders Capital,, Seedcamp, Samsung NEXT, coparion, Enjoyventure Management, Chromo Invest, main incubator, Augmentum Fintech, K-Invest, Commerzbank, June Fund, Circularity Capital, Verengold Bank, and Hannover Innovation Fund to name a few.
6/21/2020 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
David Poritz On Raising $300 Million To Become The Financing Solution For Businesses in Latin America
David Poritz is the co-founder and CEO of Credijusto which provides an online lending platform designed to offer easy, reliable, and transparent credit for SMEs. The company has raised over $300 million from Goldman Sachs, QED Investors, Credit Suisse, Kaszek Ventures, Thomvest Ventures, GS Growth, Point72 Ventures, Ignia, Supernode Ventures, Broadhaven Capital Partners, and Victory Park Capital to name a few.
6/18/2020 • 30 minutes, 48 seconds
Jake Weatherly On Raising $100 Million To Allow Brands To Instant Verify Eligible Customers For Special Offers
Jake Weatherly is the co-founder and CEO of SheerID which is an enterprise verification platform that provides instant verification while minimizing friction and mitigating fraud. The company has raised close to $100 million from top tier investors including Voyager Capital, CVC Capital Partners, Centana Growth Partners, and Arnold Venture Group to name a few.
6/16/2020 • 39 minutes, 58 seconds
Andrew Smith On Raising $53 Million To Redefine One Of America’s Biggest Industries
Andrew Smith is the founder and CEO of Outrider which provides autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs. The company has raised over $53 million from investors such as NEA, 8VC, Loup Ventures, Schematic Ventures, Fraser McCombs Capital, Prologis, Koch Disruptive Technologies, and Goose Capital. Prior to this, he cofounded ATDynamics which got acquired by Stemco.
6/14/2020 • 35 minutes, 10 seconds
Jean Nehme On Raising $90 Million Before Achieving One Of The Largest Acquisitions in Healthcare Tech
Jean Nehme is the cofounder and CEO of Digital Surgery which is a pioneer in surgical artificial intelligence (AI), data and analytics, and digital education and training. The company raised over $90 million from investors like Balderton Capital, 8VC, Upscale, Blueprint Health, Episode 1, Redline Capital, and Ballpark Ventures. The company ultimately got acquired by Medtronic.
6/9/2020 • 38 minutes, 32 seconds
Chang Wen Lai On Leaving His Corporate Job And Raising $400 Million To Empower The New Surge In Ecommerce
Chang Wen Lai is the co-founder and CEO of Ninja Van which is a tech-enabled express delivery firm serving businesses across Southeast Asia. The company has raised $400 million from YJ Capital, B Capital Group, Abraaj Group, Monk‘s Hill Ventures, Grab, DPD Group, Geopost, Bangkok Bank, Intouch Holdings, and Carmenta Capital Management to name a few.
6/7/2020 • 32 minutes, 11 seconds
Daniel Wiegand On Raising More Than $340 Million To Create Air Taxis
Daniel Wiegand is the co-founder and CEO of Lilium which develops an on-demand air mobility service, enabling a world where anyone can fly anywhere and anytime. The company has raised more than $340 million from investors like Tencent Holdings, Atomico, Obvious Ventures, Freigesit, and LGT Capital Partners to name a few.
6/4/2020 • 34 minutes, 23 seconds
Campbell Brown On Selling A Startup For $89 Million And Now Raising Millions To Help Businesses Predict Demand
Campbell Brown is the CEO & Co-Founder at PredictHQ, the demand intelligence company. The company has raised over $30 million from investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sutter Hill Ventures, Aspect Ventures, AddVenture, Rampersand, and Tidal Ventures. Prior to this, he sold GrabOne for over $89 million.
6/2/2020 • 33 minutes, 1 second
Fahri Diner On Selling His First Startup For Over $3.5 Billion And Now Raising $150 Million To Make Your Home Smarter
Fahri Diner is the co-founder and CEO of Plume Design which is is the creator of a Consumer Experience Management Platform for the curation and delivery of new Smart Home Services rapidly at scale. The company has raised $150 million from top tier investors such as Spark Capital, Jackson Square Ventures, or Qualcomm to name a few. Prior to this, he cofounded Qtera Corporation which he sold for $3.25 billion.
5/31/2020 • 47 minutes, 6 seconds
Rohit Paranjpe On Raising $80 Million To Connect Billions With Digital Content
Rohit Paranjpe is the co-founder and CEO of SugarBox which enables consumers to access relevant content at super-fast speeds. The company has raised so far $80 million from investors like Zee Entertainment Enterprises.
5/28/2020 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
Dilip Goswami On Raising $100 Million To Eliminate Viruses And Purify The Air You Breathe
Dilip Goswami is the co-founder and CEO of Molekule which is a San Francisco-based science and clean air company that has developed a fundamentally new approach to cleaning the air. The company has raised $100 million from top tier investors such as Crosslink Capital, Uncork Capital, Foundry Group, TransLink Capital, Highway1, Foxconn Technology Group, Hack VC, Founders Circle Capital, Hone Capital, CSC, Inventec Corporation, and RPS Ventures.
5/26/2020 • 36 minutes, 39 seconds
Geraldo Thomaz On Raising $140 Million To Create The Future Of Ecommerce
Geraldo Thomaz is the co-founder and CEO of VTEX which provides a cloud-based e-Commerce Platform and Omnichannel solutions. The company has raised over $140 million from top tier investors such as Softbank.
5/24/2020 • 34 minutes, 50 seconds
Jack Newton On Raising $300 Million For A Startup Where 500 Employees Work Remotely
Jack Newton is the co-founder and CEO of Clio which is a suite of web-based tools that help law firms in practice management and client collaboration. The company has raised $300 million from top tier investors such as Bessemer Venture Partners, TCV, Point Nine Capital, JMI Equity, and Acton Capital to name a few.
5/21/2020 • 44 minutes, 36 seconds
Bill Powers On Raising $500 Million To Improve Your Driving Behavior
Bill Powers is the co-founder and CEO of Cambridge Mobile Telematics which develops DriveWell, a complete telematics, and behavioral analytics solution to improve safety. The company has raised over $500 million from top tier investors like Softbank Vision Fund.
5/19/2020 • 31 minutes
Steven Kramer On Selling His First Business For $1.5 Billion And Now Raising $70 Million To Reinvent The Digital Workplace
Steven Kramer is the co-founder and CEO of WorkJam which is a frontline digital workplace that unleashes the full potential of non-desk workforces. The company has raised $70 million from investors like Lerer Hippeau, Founder Collective, Inovia Capital, Blumberg Capital, Fonds de solidarite FTQ, Harmony Partners, Novel TMT Ventures, and Claridge to name a few. Prior to this, he cofounded iCongo which merged with hybris and sold to SAP for $1.5 billion.
5/17/2020 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds
Jeffrey Glass: From Door To Door Salesman To 5x Tech Entrepreneur To Raising Over $100 Million For His Latest Startup
Jeffrey Glass is a serial entrepreneur. Most recently he is the cofounder and CEO of Hometap which aims to revolutionize home financing, giving homeowners a new way to take advantage of the equity in their homes. The company has raised over $100 million from investors like General Catalyst, ICONIQ Capital, American Family Ventures, G20 Ventures, Pillar VC, and Pillar Ventures. Prior to this, he co-founded Zooba (acquired by Bertelsman), m-Qube (acquired by VeriSign), and NRG eSports.
5/14/2020 • 55 minutes, 11 seconds
Carlos Cashman On Building A $750 Million Business In 24 Months By Selling Products On Amazon
Carlos Cashman is a serial entrepreneur. Most recently he co-founded Thrasio which is an acquirer of Amazon third-party private-label businesses. The company has raised over $130M from top tier investors such as Western Technology Investment, RiverPark Ventures, WTI, Upper90, PEAK6 Investments, and Harlan Capital Partners. Prior to this he cofounded several companies including Asset Performance, Course Advisor, ConstellationCK, CueNotes, and OrionCKB.
5/12/2020 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds
Oren Zaslansky On Launching His First Startup With $1,000 And Raising $70 Million For His Latest Business
Oren Zaslansky is the founder and CEO of Flock Freight which is a business-to-business freight shipping company. The company has raised to date over $70 million from top tier investors such as Google Ventures, Foundation Capital, TenOneTen Ventures, SignalFire, Karmel Capital, and GLP Capital Partners.
5/10/2020 • 32 minutes, 24 seconds
Paul Taylor: His Business Got Acquired By Google And Now Raised $100 Million To Revolutionize Banking
Paul Taylor is the founder and CEO of Thought Machine which is a fintech company that builds cloud-native technology to revolutionize core banking. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors like Draper Espirit, IQ Capital, Playfair Capital,and Backed VC to name a few. Prior to this he founded Phonetic Arts which was acquired by Google.
5/5/2020 • 37 minutes, 5 seconds
Peter Yared: His First Business Got Acquired For $200 Million By Sun MicroSystems And His Most Recent Startup Was Sold To Citrix For $225 Million
Peter Yared is a 7x entrepreneur. Most recently he cofounded InCountry which is a data residency-as-a-service platform that enables global data compliance for international business. The company has raised over $20M. Prior to this, he sold Sappho to Citrix for $225 million and j.rad to Sun Microsystems for over $200 million.
5/3/2020 • 35 minutes, 42 seconds
Nick Huzar On Raising $380 Million To Build A Marketplace App That Is Used By 44 Million People
Nick Huzar is the co-founder and CEO of Offerup which provides an online and mobile C2C marketplace app for people to buy and sell electronics, furniture, and cars. The company has raised $380 million from top tier investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, GGV Capital, Tiger Global Management, Warburg Pincus, T. Rowe Price, and Allen & Company to name a few.
4/28/2020 • 35 minutes, 31 seconds
Ariel Cohen On Raising $1 Billion To Help Your Company Navigate The Post Quarantine World
Ariel Cohen is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of TripActions which is a corporate travel management company. The business has raised so far close to $1 billion in equity and debt. Some of its top tier investors include Lightspeed Venture Partners, Andreessen Horowitz, Goldman Sachs, Silicon Valley Bank, Frontline Ventures, Comerica Incorporated, Group 11, and Zeev Ventures to name a few.
4/26/2020 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Robin Richards On Starting Out Of A Broom Closet And Selling 7 Businesses For More Than $600 Million
Robin Richards is the CEO and founder of CareerArc which is an HR technology company helping business leaders recruit and transition the modern workforce. The company has raised over $30 million. Prior to this Robin Richards founded 6 other companies that he sold for over $600 million.
4/23/2020 • 32 minutes, 57 seconds
Dean Sysman On Raising $95 Million For His Cybersecurity Startup During Coronavirus Lockdown
Dean Sysman is the co-founder and CEO of Axonius which is a cybersecurity asset management platform that helps secure and manage connected devices in use by businesses. The company has raised $95M from top investors such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, OpenView, Bessemer Venture Partners, and YL Ventures to name a few. Prior to this, he cofounded Cymmetria (acquired by Stage Fund).
4/21/2020 • 44 minutes, 6 seconds
Chase Lochmiller On Climbing Mt. Everest And Raising $75 Million To Transform The Oil Industry
Chase Lochmiller is the cofounder and CEO of Crusoe Energy Systems which is on a mission to help the oil industry reduce routine flaring of natural gas. The company has raised so far $75 million from investors like Founders Fund, Bain Capital, Winklevoss Capital, Pathfinder, Polychain, Wicklow Capital, KCK, and Upper90 to name a few.
4/19/2020 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds
Mike McDerment On Raising $100 Million To Build An Accounting Platform That Has Been Used By 20 Million People
Mike McDerment is the co-founder and CEO of Freshbooks which is a cloud-based accounting software that allows owners to invoice clients, track time and run their small businesses in the cloud.
4/14/2020 • 35 minutes, 19 seconds
Stephan Schambach: His First Business Was Worth $14 Billion And His Second Was Acquired By Salesforce For $2.8 Billion
Stephan Schambach is the founder of NewStore which operates a platform for retailers to run their stores on iPhone. The company has raised $130 million from General Catalyst, Salesforce Ventures, Enjoyventure Management, and Activant Capital. Prior to this he founded Demandware (acquired by Salesforce for $2.8 billion), Torqueedo (acquired by DEUTZ for $100 million), and Intershop.
4/12/2020 • 43 minutes, 33 seconds
Hesaam Esfandyarpour On Raising $240 Million To Create An Ipad Sized Device That Could Help Fight Coronavirus
Hesaam Esfandyarpour is the founder and CEO of GenapSys which has developed a novel DNA sequencing technology and detection system for applied genomic testing and medical sequencing. The company has raised $250 million from top tier investors such as Oxford Finance, Foresite Capital, Decheng Capital, and IPV Capital to name a few.
4/9/2020 • 46 minutes, 51 seconds
Laurin Hahn On Raising $60 Million Via Crowdfunding To Transform The Auto Market
Laurin Hahn is the co-founder and CEO of Sono Motors which is a global mobility and energy service provider. The company has raised over $70 million raising one of the largest crowdfunding rounds in history with over $60 million raised from the crowd.
4/7/2020 • 26 minutes, 58 seconds
Girish Mathrubootham: A Broken TV Led This Entrepreneur To Build A $3.5 Billion Business
Girish Mathrubootham is the co-founder and CEO of Freshworks which provides businesses with SaaS customer engagement solutions. The company has raised $400 million at a $3.5 billion valuation. Some of its investors include Sequoia Capital, Accel, Tiger Global Management, and CapitalG to name a few.
4/5/2020 • 37 minutes
Gangesh Ganesan On Raising $70 Million To Help You Organize Your Data
Gangesh Ganesan is the cofounder and CEO of PeerNova which enables financial firms to quickly optimize their data, processes, and business. The company has raised over $70 million from investors such as Revolution, Blockchain Capital, Mosaik Partners, Three Tree Ventures, Medici Ventures, Intuitive Venture Partners, and Overstock to name a few.
4/2/2020 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds
Steve White On Raising $300M To Grow His Cannabis Business To Over 1,000 Employees
Steve White is the founder and CEO of Harvest Health which is a multi-state cannabis operator (MSO) and vertically-integrated cannabis company. The business has raised over $300 million from investors such as Canaccord Genuity Group or Alliance Global Partners.
3/31/2020 • 35 minutes, 17 seconds
Adam Jiwan On Raising $40 Million To Disrupt The $70 Billion Credit Reporting Industry
Adam Jiwan is a serial entrepreneur and most recently the co-founder and CEO of Spring Labs which is a transformative and centralized infrastructure for credit and identity data. The company has raised $38.8 million from investors such as RRE Ventures, August Capital, Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Jump Capital, General Motors Ventures, and GreatPoint Ventures to name a few.
3/29/2020 • 41 minutes, 55 seconds
Craig Unger: From Living In A 350 Sq. Ft. Apartment To Selling His Startup For $50 Million
Craig Unger is the co-founder and CEO of HyperProof which is radically reducing the risk and cost of keeping companies and their customers' data in compliance. The company has raised over $5M. Prior to this Craig Unger cofounded Azuqua which he sold for over $50 million.
3/26/2020 • 41 minutes, 46 seconds
Pierre-Francois Thaler On Raising $200 Million To Make Supply Chains More Accountable
Pierre-Francois Thaler is the co-founder and co-CEO of Ecovadis which offers a collaborative platform that allows companies to assess the environmental and social performance of their suppliers. The company has raised over $200 million from top tier investors such as Partech, CVC Capital Partners, and Zobito to name a few.
3/24/2020 • 24 minutes, 41 seconds
Michael Katz On Taking His First Company Public In His 20s, Selling It For $300M, And Now Raising $120M For His Next Startup
Michael Katz is the cofounder and CEO of mParticle which is a customer data platform for multi-channel consumer brands. The company has raised $120 million from top tier investors such as Greylock Partners, Google Ventures, Battery Ventures, Bain Capital Ventures, Social Capital, Correlation Ventures, Eniac Ventures, Golden Ventures, and Bowery Capital to name a few. Prior to this Michael Katz founded Interclick which he sold to Yahoo for $300 million.
3/22/2020 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Josh Genderson On Building A $500 Million Cannabis Business At The Back Of A Nail Salon
Josh Genderson is the founder and CEO of Holistic Industries which operates as a medical cannabis company. The company has raised over $60 million at a $500 million valuation.
3/19/2020 • 45 minutes, 2 seconds
Roman Rittweger On Starting His Business At 52 And Raising $100 Million To Disrupt The Health Insurance Industry
Roman Rittweger is the founder and CEO of Ottonova which provides health insurance through its digital platform. The company has raised over $100 million from HV Holtzbrinck Ventures, btov Partners, TEV Ventures, Vorwerk Ventures, STS Ventures, and Debeka to name a few.
3/17/2020 • 32 minutes, 44 seconds
Deidre Paknad On Raising $60 Million After Her Startup Grew 3x Two Consecutive Years
Deidre Paknad is the cofounder and CEO of Workboard which is an enterprise SaaS company that helps companies unlock growth by making alignment and accountability remarkably easy. The company has raised over $60 million from Andreessen Horowitz, GGV Capital, Crosslink Capital, Floodgate, Granite Ventures, M12, and Opus capital to name a few.
3/15/2020 • 47 minutes, 56 seconds
Charlie Bachtell On Building A $600 Million Cannabis Business With 1,800 Employees
Charlie Bachtell is the co-founder and CEO of Cresco Labs which serves medical cannabis patients and incites the progressive evolution of the medical cannabis industry. The company went public and raised closed to $400M in debt and equity.
3/12/2020 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds
Tom Livne On Raising $65 Million To Bring Artificial Intelligence To Transcriptions
Tom Livne is the co-founder and CEO of Verbit.ai which specializes in combining human and artificial intelligence to provide transcription and captioning solutions. The company has raised over $65 million from investors such as Vertex Ventures, Viola Ventures, Vintage Investment Partners, and Stripes.
3/10/2020 • 38 minutes, 24 seconds
Ryan Disraeli On Starting His Business As A Teenager And Selling It For $230M
Ryan Disraeli is the cofounder of TeleSign which is the leading provider of single-platform global communications and trusted identity data solutions. The company raised $78 million from investors like Telstra Ventures, March Capital Partners, and Summit Partners. Ultimately it was acquired for $230 million by BICS.
3/8/2020 • 33 minutes, 15 seconds
David Richards On Raising $120 Million Without Venture Capital And Then Defeating A Boardroom Coup
David Richards is the co-founder and CEO of WANdisco which enables the replication of continuously changing data to different environments. The company has raised $120M by going public early without the need for traditional funding sources used by early-stage companies. He is a serial entrepreneur that has previously built, scaled, and exited multiple companies.
3/5/2020 • 48 minutes, 28 seconds
Robert Sadow And Jonathan Sadow On Raising $100 Million To Reinvent How You Commute To Work
Robert Sadow and Jonathan Sadow are the cofounders of Scoop which brings commuters together in convenient carpools by partnering with their employers. The company has raised so far over $100 million from top tier investors including Activate Capital Partners, Index Ventures, G2VP, and Signia Venture Partners to name a few.
3/3/2020 • 40 minutes, 31 seconds
Mark Sears On Starting His Business In Nepal, Raising $70 Million, And Hiring 400 People
Mark Sears is the co-founder and CEO of CloudFactory which is a distributed workforce company for automating business processes. The company has raised $70 million so far from investors such as FTV Capital, Sovereign‘s Capital, The Social Entrepreneurs Fund, Rockefeller Foundation, Weatherfront Capital, and Dolma Impact Fund to name a few.
3/1/2020 • 39 minutes, 45 seconds
Fredrik Skantze On Being Forced To Close Down His First Business And Now Raising $65M To Prepare Marketing Data For Better Reporting
Fredrik Skantze is the co-founder and CEO of Funnel which designs and develops software/platforms that help marketers automate their data collection for reporting and analysis. The company has raised so far $65 million from investors such as Eight Roads Ventures, Balderton Capital, F-Prime Capital, and Industrifonden to name a few.
2/27/2020 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Idriss Al Rifai: From Pro Basketball Player To Building A Business With 5,000 Employees
Idriss Al Rifai is the co-founder and CEO of Fetchr which is an international express, mail delivery, and logistics services company. The business has raised so far $100 million from top tier investors including New Enterprise Associates (NEA), NGP Capital, Winklevos Capital, and Mobility Ventures to name a few.
2/25/2020 • 36 minutes, 35 seconds
Jack Smith On Starting His First Business At 13 And Selling His Recent Startup For Over $750 Million
Jack Smith is a serial entrepreneur. Most recently he cofounded Vungle which provides a way for developers to put video ads in their apps. The company raised $25 million and was recently acquired for over $750 million.
2/23/2020 • 1 hour, 32 seconds
Jason Tan On Raising $100 Million To Make The Internet Safer
Jason Tan is the CEO and co-founder of Sift, a San Francisco-based technology company that fights online fraud with large-scale machine learning. The company has raised over $100 million from top tier investors like Andreessen Horowitz, First Round Capital, Founder Collective, Union Square Ventures, and Spark Capital.
2/20/2020 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds
Murli Thirumale: His First Business Was Acquired By Citrix, His Second By Dell, And Now Raised $50 Million For His Next Startup
Murli Thirumale is the co-founder and CEO of Portworx which is the solution for stateful containers running in production. The company has raised over $50 million from HPE, Cisco, GE, and others. Prior to this, Murli Thirumale worked at Dell (following a successful acquisition), Citrix (also post-acquisition) and HP in executive roles.
2/18/2020 • 46 minutes, 54 seconds
Brenden Millstein On Raising $133 Million To Help Industrial Buildings Become Carbon Neutral
Brenden Millstein is CEO & Co-founder of Carbon Lighthouse which is on a mission to stop climate change by making it easy and profitable for building owners to cut carbon emissions caused by wasted energy. The company has raised over $130 million from investors like Elemental Excelerator, CEAS Investments, Cox Enterprises, SV Tech Ventures, The Social Entrepreneurs Fund, JCI Ventures, and GRC SinoGreen Fund to name a few.
2/16/2020 • 44 minutes, 50 seconds
Andrew Collins On Raising $68 Million To Reinvent How You Live With Roommates
Andrew Collins is the co-founder and CEO of Bungalow which is a residential real estate platform that provides renters with a more convenient, flexible, and communal living solution. The company has raised $68 million from Khosla Ventures, Founders Fund, Maverick Ventures, Cherubic Ventures, Coatue Management, UpHonest Capital, Wing Venture Capital, CAA Ventures, Atomic, Nine Four Ventures, and A-Rod Corp.
2/11/2020 • 40 minutes, 45 seconds
Will Glaser: From Selling Pandora For $3.5 Billion To Eliminating The Checkout Process For Shoppers
Will Glaser is the founder and CEO of Grabango which is a provider of checkout-free shopper technology for existing stores. Prior to Grabango, Will co-founded Pandora (internet radio and recommendation services) which was acquired for $3.5 billion.
2/9/2020 • 35 minutes, 30 seconds
Sacha Labourey On Raising $100 Million To Build The First End-To-End Automated Software Delivery System
Sacha Labourey is the co-founder and CEO of CloudBees which develops an end-to-end automated software delivery system that allows companies to balance governance and developer freedom. The company has raised over $100 million from investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners, Matrix Partners, Verizon Ventures, HSBC, Delta-v Capital, Blue Cloud Ventures, Unusual Ventures, and Golub Capital to name a few.
2/6/2020 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds
Derrick Fung On Raising $70 Million To Reward Loyal Shoppers With Gift Cards
Derrick Fung is the co-founder and CEO of Drop which is an intelligent mobile rewards platform for debit and credit cards. The company has raised over $70 million from investors such as NEA, ff Venture Capital, Sierra Ventures, CRCM Ventures, Rothenberg Ventures, Hedgewood, White Star Capital, HIGHLINEvc, and RBC Capital, to name a few.
2/4/2020 • 38 minutes, 44 seconds
Jaron Waldman: His First Business Failed, Then He Sold His Second To Apple, And Just Sold His Third One To Rakuten For Millions
Jaron Waldman is the cofounder of Curbside which develops a mobile application to find, buy, and pick up products from stores. The company raised $60 million before its acquisition by Rakuten. Prior to this Jaron Waldman founded Placebase which he sold to Apple.
2/2/2020 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds
Yinglian Xie On Raising $100 Million To Fight Fraud With AI-Powered Solutions
Yinglian Xie is the co-founder and CEO of DataVisor which is a fraud detection company powered by transformational AI technology. The company has raised $100 million from investors like NEA, Sequoia, GSR Ventures, and Genesis Capital.
1/30/2020 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds
Saar Yoskovitz On Raising $60 Million To Listen To Machines And Tell You What‘s Wrong
Saar Yoskovitz is the cofounder and CEO of Augury which is an Industrial IoT company that brings predictive maintenance to new markets with cutting-edge machine learning and AI technology. The company has raised over $60 million from top tier investors such as Lerer Hippeau, First Round Capital, Insight Partners, Qualcomm Ventures, Pritzker Group, Formation 8, Sound Ventures, Eclipse Ventures, and Munich Re Ventures to name a few.
1/28/2020 • 28 minutes, 29 seconds
Mitchell Kahn: This Lawyer Turned Entrepreneur Just Sold His Cannabis Business For $900 Million
Mitchell Kahn is the co-founder and CEO of Grassroots Cannabis which is a grower, processor, and dispenser, of medical cannabis in over four states including Maryland. The company raised over $90 million and was recently acquired in a reported $875 million deal.
1/26/2020 • 37 minutes, 24 seconds
Peter Reinhardt On Failing Twice Before Raising $300 Million For His Startup
Peter Reinhardt is the cofounder and CEO of Segment which provides a customer data infrastructure that helps businesses put their customers first. The company has raised $300 million from top tier investors such as Accel, Google Ventures, Meritech Capital Partners, Thrive Capital, NEA, Kleiner Perkins, and General Catalyst to name a few.
1/23/2020 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds
Eran Kirzner On Raising $55 Million To Set The New Standard In Data Storage
Eran Kirzner is the co-founder and CEO of Lightbits Labs which offers solutions that separate storage and compute without touching the network. The company has raised $55 million from investors like Cisco Investments, Dell Technologies Capital, and Micron.
1/21/2020 • 29 minutes, 50 seconds
Minnie Ingersoll On Being An Early Employee At Google And Then Building A $100 Million Business
Minnie Ingersoll is the cofounder of Shift which is an online marketplace for buying and selling used cars. The compány has raised $300 million from investors such as Highland Capital Partners, Great Oaks Venture Capital, and DCM Ventures to name a few. She is now a partner at the early stage VC TenOneTen and also hosts the LA Venture podcast.
1/19/2020 • 41 minutes, 47 seconds
Gero Decker On Building A $400 Million Business By Helping Companies Make The Most Out Of Their Operational Data
Gero Decker is the co-founder and CEO of Signavio which provides tools for business process management. The company has raised over $200 million from investors like Apax Digital and Summit Partners. The company has become an emerging global leader for Business Process Management.
1/16/2020 • 27 minutes, 15 seconds
Joshua Motta On Selling His First Business To Microsoft At 15 And Now Raising $50 Million To Keep Companies Safe From Cyber Crimes
Joshua Motta is the co-founder and CEO of Coalition which protects the value of a business with Coalition's intelligence, risk management, and insurance offerings. The company has raised over $50 million from top tier investors such as Hillhouse Capital House, Ribbit Capital, Vy Capital, Valor Equity Partners, and Greenoaks Capital to name a few.
1/14/2020 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds
Mike Cagney: His Previous Business Is Worth $4.2 Billion And His Latest Startup Just Reached $1.2 Billion Valuation
Mike Cagney is the co-founder and CEO of Figure which provides consumer financial solutions intended for home improvement, debt consolidation, and retirement planning. The company has raised over $230 million at a $1.2 billion valuation from investors like DCM Ventures, Digital Currency Group, DHVC, Ulu Ventures, DST Global, Thomvest Ventures, Nimble Ventures, and Ribbit Capital to name a few. Prior to this, he founded SoFi which has raised billions and is worth over $4 billion at the moment.
1/12/2020 • 30 minutes, 18 seconds
Oisin Hanrahan On Raising $100 Million To Help You Book Home Services
Oisin Hanrahan is the cofounder of Handy which is an app through which users can book cleaners, plumbers, handymen, and other household service providers. The company raised over $100 million from investors like General Catalyst, Highland Capital Partners, Slow Ventures, Box Group, Revolution, and Fidelity to name a few. Handy was recently acquired by ANGI Homeservices.
1/9/2020 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds
Rachel Drori On Raising $43 Million To Deliver To Your Door Healthy Plant-Based Meals
Rachel Drori is the founder and CEO of Daily Harvest which delivers superfood eats delivered to your door, frozen and ready to enjoy on your schedule. The company has raised $43 million from Lightspeed Venture Partners, Collaborative Fund, BAM Ventures, Hedgewood, 14W, M13, Rubicon Venture Capital, and Serena Ventures to name a few.
1/7/2020 • 39 minutes, 36 seconds
Aman Narang On Raising $400 Million To Change How You Order Your Drinks
Aman Narang is the co-founder and President of Toast which is an all-in-one point-of-sale and restaurant management platform for businesses in the foodservice and hospitality space. The company has raised so far over $400 million from top tier investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Google Ventures, Tiger Global Management, TCV, Eight Roads Ventures, E-Prime Capital, T-Rowe Price, and Lead Edge Capital to name a few.
1/5/2020 • 20 minutes, 34 seconds
Paul Hedrick On Turning Rejection Into An 8 Figure Startup By Creating The Warby Parker Of Cowboy Boots
Paul Hedrick is the founder and CEO of Tecovas which designs and sells beautiful, handmade men's and women's western boots directly to their customers. The company has raised over $30 million from Blue Collective, Elephant, Hammerstone, and YETI Capital.
12/30/2019 • 45 minutes, 15 seconds
Amar Hanspal On Managing 10,000 Employees And Raising $200M To Help Drive The Future Of Manufacturing
Amar Hanspal is the co-founder and CEO of Bright Machines which focuses on changing the speed, flexibility, and economics of manufacturing through intelligent software and adaptive robotics. The company has raised over $200 million from Eclipse Ventures, Geodesic Capital, and Flex. Prior to this, he was the co-CEO of Autodesk.
12/29/2019 • 45 minutes, 45 seconds
Alex Kazerani On Selling His Business For $400M And Raising $30M To Help You Unlock Your Office Door
Alex Kazerani is the co-founder and CEO of Openpath which offers a mobile and cloud-enabled access control system for businesses and landlords. The company has raised $30 million from investors like Unfront Ventures, Pritzker Group, Emergence, Sorenson Capital, Bonfire Ventures, and Fika Ventures. Prior to this, Alex Kazerani cofounded HostPro (acquired by Micron Electronics for $25 million), KnowledgeBase Solutions (acquired by Talisma for over $10 million), and EdgeCast (acquired by Verizon for $400 million).
12/22/2019 • 44 minutes, 26 seconds
Osama Elkady On Being 20 Years At Oracle And Then Raising $70M To Reinvent How Companies Analyze Their Data
Osama Elkady is the co-founder and CEO of Incorta which is an analytics software platform that speeds up data ingestion. The company has raised nearly $75 million from a host of Silicon Valley heavyweights – the company counts GV (formerly Google Ventures), Kleiner Perkins, M12 (formerly Microsoft Ventures), Sorenson Capital, Telstra Ventures, and major investor Ron Wohl.
12/19/2019 • 49 minutes, 36 seconds
René Rechtman On Selling His Startup To AOL For $100M, His Next One To Disney For $675M, And Now Raising $145M
René Rechtman is the co-founder and CEO of Moonbug which is a universe of fun and safe digital IP for pre-schoolers. The company has raised $145 million from The Raine Group, Felix Capital, and Fertitta Capital. Prior to this, he sold Maker Studios for $500 Million to Disney and before this, he sold Goviral to AOL for $100 million.
12/17/2019 • 49 minutes, 40 seconds
Peter Bailis On Becoming A Stanford Professor At 25 And Raising $66M To Help You Understand Your Data
Peter Bailis is the co-founder and CEO of Sisu which is a software that empowers people to make better decisions with data. The company has raised $66 million from top tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, New Enterprise Associates, and Green Bay Ventures.
12/15/2019 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds
Jill Layfield: From Waitress To Raising $90 Million For Her Fashion Startup
Jill Layfield is co-founder and CEO of Tamara Mellon which offers apparel and accessories for women. The company has raised close to $90 million from New Enterprise Associates, AAF Management Ltd., Quadrille Capital, and Centricus.
12/12/2019 • 45 minutes, 20 seconds
Poojan Kumar On Raising $200M Three Months After Launching His Cloud Data Startup
Poojan Kumar is the co-founder and CEO of Clumio which is a data backup and recovery software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider. The company has raised close to $200M from Index Ventures, Sutter Hill Ventures, Altimer Capital, and Human Capital. Kumar’s previous company, storage startup PernixData, was acquired by Nutanix.
12/10/2019 • 41 minutes, 34 seconds
Colleen Cutcliffe On Raising $57 Million To Heal Your Gut
Colleen Cutcliffe is the cofounder and CEO of Pendulum Therapeutics which develops novel interventions that target the human microbiome to improve the lives of patients suffering from a variety of diseases. The company has raised so far $57 million from top tier investors like Sequoia Capital, Khosla Ventures, and True Ventures.
12/8/2019 • 44 minutes, 23 seconds
Mauria Finley On Selling Her First Business For $50M And Now Reinventing The Personal Shopping Experience
Mauria Finley is the founder and CEO of Allume which is an on-demand personal shopping service that matches women with experienced stylists who help them find clothing and accessories that fit their body, budget and style. The company has raised $10M from True Ventures and GGV Capital. Prior to this Mauria Finley founded Citrus Lane which was acquired for $50M by Care.com.
12/5/2019 • 47 minutes, 29 seconds
Sean Harper and Lucas Ward On Raising Over $60 Million To Change How Homeowners Get Insured
Sean Haper and Lucas Ward are the cofounders of Kin Insurance which fixes home insurance through intuitive tech, affordable pricing, and world-class customer service. The company has raised so far over $60 million from investors such as 500 Startups, Omydiar Network, August Capital, Chicago Ventures and Commerce Ventures to name a few.
12/1/2019 • 42 minutes, 45 seconds
Michelle Cordeiro Grant On Flipping Her Fashion Startup For $85 Million In Just 48 Months
Michelle Cordeiro Grant is the co-founder and CEO of Lively which delivers bras and undies that blend high-style, comfort, and simplicity. The company raised $15 million prior to its acquisition by Wacoal for $85 million.
11/28/2019 • 46 minutes, 29 seconds
Arad Levertov On Raising $50M To Give You Better Access To Credit
Arad Levertov is the cofounder and CEO of Sunbit which is a financial technology platform that helps retailers and customers split in-store purchases into manageable payments. The company has raised over $50 million from investors such as Chicago Ventures, Group11, Zeev Ventures, G-Bar Ventures, and Heroic Ventures.
11/26/2019 • 39 minutes, 4 seconds
Andrew Feldman On Generating Over $1B From Selling His Startups And Now Raising $200M To Accelerate Deep Learning
Andrew Feldman is the co-founder and CEO of Cerebras Systems which is a computer systems company dedicated to accelerating deep learning. The company has raised so far $200 million from top tier investors like Benchmark, Foundation Capital, and Altimer Capital. Prior to this, Andrew Feldman cofounded SeaMicro (acquired by AMD for $355M) and Riverstone Networks (acquired by YAGO for $280M).
11/24/2019 • 43 minutes, 48 seconds
Jeff White On Selling Two Startups For Millions And Now Raising $20M To Take On The $270B Big Data Industry
Jeff White is the co-founder and CEO of Gravy Analytics which is the leading provider of real-world location intelligence for marketers. The company has raised over $20 million from investors such as Gannett, Spring Lake Equity Partners, and Loeb Global Ventures. Prior to this, he co-founded Blue Canopy (acquired by Jacobs) and GovWin (acquired Deltek).
11/21/2019 • 36 minutes, 5 seconds
Sammy Dorf On Raising $100 Million In 48 Hours For His Cannabis Business
Sammy Dorf is the cofounder of Verano Holdings which is a vertically-integrated operator of licensed cannabis cultivation, manufacturing and retail facilities dedicated to improving lives by providing safe access to effective organic cannabis products that enhance health and wellness and by positively impacting the communities it serves. The company raised over $120 million before it got acquired by Harvest Health And Recreation in a deal worth $850 million.
11/19/2019 • 34 minutes, 23 seconds
Marco Zappacosta On Building A $1.7 Billion Business By Connecting Customers With Local Services
Marco Zappacosta is the co-founder and CEO at Thumbtack which is an online marketplace that connects millions of people with local professionals for their projects. The company has raised over $420 million from top tier investors such as Sequoia Capital, Tiger Global, Draper Associate, and Javelin Venture Partners to name a few.
11/17/2019 • 42 minutes, 36 seconds
Alex Friedman On Raising $35 Million To Disrupt Reproductive Health For Women
Alex Friedman is the co-founder and CEO of LOLA which is the first lifelong brand for a woman’s body, providing the transparency and candor women deserve when it comes to products and content for their reproductive health. The company has raised over $35 million from top tier investors such as Lerer Hippeau, Spark Capital, BoxGroup, and tennis player Serena Williams to name a few.
11/14/2019 • 38 minutes, 14 seconds
Fred Kneip On Raising $9 Million With Just An Idea And A PowerPoint
Fred Kneip is the co-founder and CEO of CyberGRX which provides the most comprehensive third-party cyber risk management platform to cost-effectively identify, assess, mitigate and monitor an enterprise’s risk exposure across its entire partner ecosystem. The company has raised over $60M from top tier investors such as Bessemer Venture Partners, Google Ventures, Scale Venture Partners, AllegisCyber, Blakstone, Telstra Ventures, and Rally Ventures to name a few.
11/12/2019 • 50 minutes, 12 seconds
Nathan McCauley: From Early Employee At Square To Raising $57 Million To Keep Institutional Investors Safe With Crypto Investments
Nathan McCauley is the co-founder and CEO of Anchorage which is a crypto-native digital asset custodian that uses modern security engineering to help institutions safeguard their investments. The company has raised over $50 million from investors such as Blockchain Capital, Khosla Ventures, SV Angel, Andreessen Horowitz, and Polychain to name a few. Prior to this Nathan McCauley was an early employee at Square.
11/10/2019 • 47 minutes, 49 seconds
Reuven Moskowitz On Selling His First Business At 22 And Then Raising $50M To Take On The $450B Legal Tech Industry
Reuven Moskowitz is the founder and CEO of Litify which provides technology solutions for law firms by providing a trusted, intelligent, user-friendly platform for practice management. The company has raised over $50 million from top tier investors like Tiger Global or Fortress Investment Group. Prior to this, he cofounded OneReceipt (acquired by Performance Marketing Brands) and Penguin Digital (acquired by Shutterfly).
11/7/2019 • 43 minutes, 21 seconds
Valentin Stalf: After 298 Investor Rejections, He Built A $3.5 Billion Business That Is Disrupting Banks
Valentin Stalf is the co-founder and CEO of N26 which provides mobile banking solutions. The company has raised more than $600 million from some of the world’s most well-known investors, including Insight Venture Partners, GIC - Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund, Tencent, Allianz X, Peter Thiel’s Valar Ventures, Li Ka-Shing’s Horizons Ventures, Earlybird Venture Capital, and Battery Ventures to name a few.
11/3/2019 • 45 minutes, 20 seconds
Michael Wystrach On Raising Over $100M To Deliver Chef-Cooked Meals To Your Door
Michael Wystrach is the co-founder and CEO of Freshly which delivers gourmet ready-made meals, prepared and delivered to your door. The company so far has raised $110 million from investors such as Highland Capital Partners, Slow Ventures, Insight Partners, Alumni Ventures Group, Total Access Fund, White Star Capital, Monkish Equity, The Yard Ventures, Chestnut Street Ventures, and Blue Ivy Ventures to name a few.
10/31/2019 • 46 minutes, 20 seconds
Bhavin Turakhia: The Billionaire That Started His First Business At 17
Bhavin Turakhia is a serial entrepreneur that has found five companies. The first company he started at 17 got acquired for $160 million. He is presently heading Radix - a leading registry for top-level extensions, Flock - a suite of productivity apps, and Zeta - a digital payments platform. Radix is a $200 million company, Flock he has invested his personal wealth on, and Zeta has raised already over $60 million.
10/27/2019 • 45 minutes, 7 seconds
Immad Akhund On Selling His Business For $45M And Then Raising Millions To Create A Bank For Startups
Immad Akhund is the co-founder and CEO of Mercury which is a bank for startups, engineered in Silicon Valley for tech companies. The company has raised over $25 million from investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Charles River Ventures. Prior to this, he cofounded Heyzap which he sold for $45 million.
10/24/2019 • 44 minutes, 20 seconds
Austin Russell On Starting His Business At 16 And Raising $250M To Make Self-Driving Cars A Reality
Austin Russell is the cofounder and CEO of Luminar which is an autonomous vehicle sensor and software company. The company has raised over $250 million from investors like Peter Thiel, The Westle Group, Canvas Ventures, Moore Capital, 1517 Fund, GVA Capital, Invariantes Fund, and Corning to name a few.
10/22/2019 • 42 minutes, 8 seconds
Rebecca Minkoff On Building A $100 Million Fashion Brand By Using Tech To Drive Sales Growth
Rebecca Minkoff is the founder and creative force behind Rebecca Minkoff, which is a fashion brand distributed in 900 stores worldwide. The company is doing more than $100M in revenue. Rebecca Minkoff also established Female Founder Collective, a network of businesses led by women that invests in women.
10/17/2019 • 41 minutes, 47 seconds
Eric Kinariwala On Raising $270 Million To Bring The $350 Billion Pharmacy Market Online
Eric Kinariwala is the founder and CEO of Capsule is a healthcare technology business rebuilding the pharmacy from the inside out. The company has raised so far $270 million from TCV, Thrive Capital, Sound Ventures, Virgin Group, M13, and Glade Brook Capital Partners.
10/15/2019 • 37 minutes, 52 seconds
Thejo Kote On Selling His Business For $100M And Raising $7M To Help Businesses Control Their Spending
Thejo Kote is the co-founder and CEO of Airbase which is an all-in-one platform for spend management, giving companies unprecedented financial control and visibility. The company has raised so far $7 million from First Round Capital, BoxGroup, Village Global, and Quiet Capital. Prior to this, Thejo Kote sold a company for over $100 million.
10/13/2019 • 57 minutes, 28 seconds
Dimitri Sirota On Selling His Business For $200M And Now Raising $100M To Address Concerns With Data Security
Dimitri Sirota is the cofounder and CEO of BigID which develops a software that helps companies have a secure customer data and satisfy privacy regulations. The company has raised so far $96 million from investors such as Bessemer Venture Partners, Salesforce Ventures, Comcast Ventures, Scale Venture Partners, Western Technology Investment, Boldstart Ventures, and Deepfork Capital to name a few. Prior to this the founded wo enterprise software companies focused on security (eTunnels) and API management (Layer 7 Technologies), which was sold to CA Technologies in 2013 for $200M.
10/10/2019 • 58 minutes, 49 seconds
Chuck Cohn On Starting His Business In College And Raising $110M To Give You Matrix Style Learning With Just A Click
Chuck Cohn is the co-founder and CEO of Varsity Tutors which is a live learning platform that connects students and professionals with personalized instruction to achieve any goal. The company has raised so far over $100 million from investors such as TCV, Learn Capital, and the Chan Zuckerberg initiative to name a few.
10/8/2019 • 41 minutes, 58 seconds
Ben Sigelman On Building A Core Technology At Google And Now Raising $70M To Change The DNA Of Software Development
Ben Sigelman is a co-founder and CEO at LightStep, a company that makes complex microservice applications more transparent and reliable. The company has raised $70 million from investors like Sequoia Capital, Redpoint, Harrison Metal, Cowboy Ventures, and Altimer Capital. Prior to this, he was an employee at Google for nine years.
10/6/2019 • 46 minutes, 3 seconds
Shoaib Makani On Building A $1.4 Billion Business That Is Reinventing The $700 Billion Trucking Industry
Shoaib Makani is the co-founder and CEO of KeepTruckin which is helping trucking companies manage their fleets and have their drivers legally log their hours. The company has raised over $200 million at a $1.4 billion valuation from investors like Index Ventures, Google Ventures, IVP, Scale Venture Partners, Greenoaks Capital, and ITOCHU Corporation. Before becoming a trucker, Shoaib Makani was a VC at Khosla Ventures and also an employee at Google.
10/3/2019 • 50 minutes, 1 second
Shishir Mehrotra On Raising $60M To Create A Next-Generation Spreadsheet That Makes Excel A Thing Of The Past
Shishir Mehrotra is the CEO and Co-Founder of Coda which creates online documents and the utility of applications into a single new canvas. The company has raised over $60 million from investors like NEA, Kleiner Perkins, Khosla Ventures, Greylock, and General Catalyst. Prior to this, he served as Vice President of Product and Engineering at Youtube.
10/1/2019 • 51 minutes, 52 seconds
Lior Elazary On Selling His First Business For $20M, His Second For $400M, And Now Taking On The $8B Robotics Industry
Lior Elazary is the cofounder of inVia Robotics which provides next-generation robotics warehouse automation solutions for e-commerce distribution centers and supply chains. The company has raised $30 million from Point72 Ventures, Upfront Ventures, and Embark Ventures to name a few. Prior to this, Lior Elazary sold his first business for $20 million and his next one for $400 million.
9/29/2019 • 50 minutes, 40 seconds
Sujai Hajela and Bob Friday On Selling Their AI-Powered Startup To Juniper Networks For $405 Million
Sujai Hajela and Bob Friday are the cofounders of Mist Systems which is leading the transition to AI-driven IT, making Wi-Fi predictable, reliable and measurable by providing visibility and proactive automation to the user experience across the AI-driven enterprise. The company raised $90 million from Kleiner Perkins, Google Ventures, and Norwest Venture Partners. Ultimately the company got acquired by Juniper Networks in a deal worth $405 million.
9/26/2019 • 43 minutes, 19 seconds
Stuart Landesberg On Building A $1 Billion Business By Selling Natural Home Care Products
Stuart Landesberg is the co-founder and CEO of Grove Collaborative which has an owned direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform for natural home and personal care products. The company has raised over $200 million at a $1B+ valuation from investors like Norwest Venture Partners, Mayfield Fund, General Atlantic, Marc Bell Ventures, Greenspring Associates, Nextview Ventures, and Bullpen Capital to name a few.
9/24/2019 • 48 minutes, 19 seconds
Sanjay Shah On Going From Zero To $250 Million In Revenue Without Taking Any Outside Investment
Sanjay Shah is the founder and CEO of Vistex which is an enterprise software company, providing solutions to drive customer growth and partner relations. The company was bootstrapped to $250 million in revenue without outside investment. Recently the company raised $65 million from Accel-KKR.
9/22/2019 • 36 minutes, 31 seconds
Vivek Ravisankar On Raising $60 Million To Remove The Resume From Developer Hiring
Vivek Ravisankar is the CEO and co-founder of HackerRank, a company that is on a mission to match every developer to the right job based on skills, not pedigree. The company has raised $60 million from investors like SV Angel, Khosla Ventures, Battery Ventures, JMI Equity, and ZenShin Capital.
9/19/2019 • 31 minutes, 12 seconds
Ashish Thusoo On Building Facebook‘s Groundbreaking Data Infrastructure And Raising $87M To Deliver Deep Learning at Scale
Ashish Thusoo is the co-founder and CEO at Qubole which delivers a Self-Service Platform for Big Data Analytics built on Amazon, Microsoft, Google and Oracle Clouds. The company has raised $87 million from top investors like Charles River Ventures, Norwest Venture Partners, IVP, Singtel Inno8, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
9/17/2019 • 47 minutes, 13 seconds
Vijay Balasubramaniyan On Building A $600 Million Business By Preventing Fraud In Calls
Vijay Balasubramaniyan is the co-founder and CEO of Pindrop which is a pioneer in voice security and authentication. The company has raised to date over $200 million from top tier investors such as Andresseen Horowitz, Google Ventures, Redpoint, Felicis Ventures, Sigma Partners, and IVP.
9/15/2019 • 42 minutes, 36 seconds
Jennifer Fitzgerald On Building A $130 Million Business That Is Taking On The $500 Billion Insurance Industry
Jennifer Fitzgerald is the co-founder and CEO of Policygenius which has developed an easier way to compare and buy insurance. Policygenius has raised to date over $50 million from top investors like Norwest Venture Partners, Revolution, Susa Ventures, AXA Venture Partners, Otter Rock Capital, and Karlin Ventures to name a few.
9/12/2019 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds
Saeju Jeong On Raising Over $100M For An App That Helps You Lose Weight And Overcome Psychological Barriers
Saeju Jeong is the cofounder and CEO of Noom which provides mobile health coaching, focused on combating chronic and pre-chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. The company has raised over $100 million from investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Sequoia Capital, RRE Ventures, Qualcomm Ventures, Samsung Ventures, TransLink Capital, Scrum Ventures, Recruit Strategic Partners, and LB Investment to name a few.
9/10/2019 • 49 minutes, 40 seconds
Jonathan Cherki On Raising Over $100M To Track With AI How You Interact With Brands
Jonathan Cherki is the founder and CEO of Contentsquare which provides a solution for mobile & web customer experience optimization. Jonathan Cherki has raised over $120 million for Contentsquare from investors such as Canaan Partners, Highland Europe, Eurazeo, and H14. In addition, the company has also acquired Clicktale and Pricing Assistant.
9/8/2019 • 49 minutes, 35 seconds
Rajaie Batniji On Raising $430M To Disrupt The $1.2 Trillion Health Insurance Industry
Rajaie Batniji is the cofounder of Collective Health which is a company providing an alternative to traditional health insurance. The company has raised over $430 million. Their lineup of tier-one investors includes Softbank, DFJ Growth, Life Financial, Google Ventures, NEA, Formation 8, Great Oaks, RRE Ventures, Signatures Capital, Maverick Ventures, Redpoint, Oakhouse Partners, S28 Capital, MSA Capital, and Green Bay Ventures.
9/5/2019 • 45 minutes, 18 seconds
Steve Loughlin On Selling His Business To Salesforce For $390M And Now Investing From A Billion-Dollar Fund In AI Startups
Steve Loughlin is a partner at Accel Partners where he focuses on AI, collaboration, and Sass startups at an early stage. Prior to Accel Partners, Steve Loughlin cofounded RelateIQ which offered a relationship intelligence platform that allows teams to track, share and analyze professional relationships. The company was acquired by Salesforce for $390 million.
9/3/2019 • 45 minutes, 59 seconds
Ara Mahdessian And Vahe Kuzoyan On Building A $1.6B Business By Helping Their Parents Address Their Biggest Struggle As Immigrant Plummers
Ara Mahdessian and Vahe Kuzoyan are the cofounders of ServiceTitan which is a service management software that helps leading home services businesses generate more leads and close more sales. The company has raised over $370 million at a $1.6 billion valuation from investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, Index Ventures, ICONIQ Capital, Battery Ventures, I2BF Global Ventures, and Dragoneer Investment Group.
9/1/2019 • 44 minutes, 7 seconds
Michael Serbinis On Working With Elon Musk, Taking On Amazon And Selling A Company For $3B
Michael Serbinis is the co-founder and CEO of League which is a digital health platform that connects people to a comprehensive network of health services and benefits. The company has raised over $70 million from Omers Ventures, BDC Venture Capital, Foundation Capital, Real Ventures, Telus Ventures, and RBC Venture Partners to name a few. Prior to this, Michael Serbinis founded DocSpace (acquired by Critical Path) and Kobo (acquired by Rakuten).
8/29/2019 • 42 minutes, 23 seconds
Ali Ghodsi On Building A $28 Billion Business And Being Considered One Of The True Founders Of Artificial Intelligence
Ali Ghodsi is the cofounder and CEO of Databricks which accelerates innovation by unifying analytics across data science, data engineering, and the business. The company has raised $500M at a $2.75B valuation from NEA, Andreessen Horowitz, Battery Ventures, Data Collective, Microsoft, Coatue Management, Green Bay Ventures, and SineWave Ventures to name a few.
8/27/2019 • 51 minutes, 18 seconds
Daniel Cane On Selling His First Business For $1.6B And Now Raising $300M To Simplify How Medical Information Is Shared
Daniel Cane is the cofounder of Modernizing Medicine which has created the Electronic Medical Assistant, a cloud-based, specialty-specific electronic medical record system. The company has raised to date around $300 million in funding from Warburg Pincus, Summit Partners, Sands Capital Ventures, and IBM. Prior to this he was a cofounder of Blackboard which sold for $1.6 billion.
8/25/2019 • 52 minutes, 17 seconds
David Karandish On Selling Answers.com For $950M And Raising $23M For His AI Productivity Platform
David Karandish is the co-founder and CEO of Capacity which is an enterprise artificial intelligence SaaS company focused on helping teams do their best work. The company has raised to date over $23 million from a Midwest network of private and angel investors. Prior to this, David built and sold Answers.com for $950 million.
8/22/2019 • 58 minutes, 40 seconds
Ido Susan On Selling His Business For $475M To Cisco And Now Raising $120M To Disrupt Them
Ido Susan is the cofounder and CEO of DriveNets which is a fast-growing software company that is revolutionizing Communications service provider (CSP) networks. The company has raised one of the largest Series A financing rounds to date which amounted to $120 million. Prior to this he founded Intucell which offered a self-optimizing network solution that enabled radio operators to better utilize their radio access networks. Intucell was acquired by Cisco for $475 million.
8/20/2019 • 41 minutes, 20 seconds
Yuchun Lee On Being An MIT Blackjack Prodigy, Selling His Business For $500M, And Growing 140% Per Year With His New Startup
Yuchun Lee is the founder and CEO of Allego which provides a mobile video-based sales learning and development platform. Prior to this, he was the founder and CEO at Unica which offered enterprise marketing management and cloud-based marketing solutions to companies and different industries. Unica was acquired by IBM for $500 million after taking it public. Interestingly, while at MIT he was also a member of the famed MIT Blackjack Team that inspired the bestseller Bringing Down the House and subsequent movie “21.”
8/18/2019 • 45 minutes, 4 seconds
Jay Chaudhry On Growing Up Without Electricity In The Himalayas And Building A $10B Business
Jay Chaudhry is the co-founder and CEO of Zscaler which is a global cloud-based information security company. He took Zscaler public and currently has a $10B market cap. Prior to this, he founded AirDefense (acquired by Motorola), CipherTrust (acquired by Secure Computing), CoreHarbor (acquired by AT&T) and Secure IT (acquired by VeriSign).
8/15/2019 • 47 minutes, 1 second
Bill Clerico On Leaving His Corporate Job At 22 To Build A Business That JPMorgan Acquired For $400M
Bill Clerico is the co-founder and CEO of WePay which is a leading provider of integrated payments for software platforms. The company raised $75 million from SV Angel, Highland Capital Partners, Ignition Partners, August Capital, and founders of YouTube and PayPal. Ultimately the company was acquired by JPMorgan for a reported $400 million.
8/13/2019 • 47 minutes, 2 seconds
Joe DeSimone On Building A $2.5B Business At Age 50 That Is Disrupting A 7,000 Year Old Industry
Joe DeSimone is the cofounder and CEO of Carbon which is reinventing how polymer products are designed, engineered, manufactured, and delivered, towards a digital and sustainable future. The company has raised over $680 million from Sequoia, Google Ventures, GE, Adidas, BMW, Johnson & Johnson, and JSR. They’ve also got Fidelity, Baillie Gifford, and Madrone Capital Partners as well as investment from additional international sovereign funds. Prior to this Joe DeSimone was a university professor for over 20 years.
8/11/2019 • 46 minutes, 58 seconds
Tim Hwang: A Cold Email To Mark Cuban Led To Raise $230M To Predict Politics With AI
Tim Hwang is the co-founder and CEO of FiscalNote which uses artificial intelligence and big data to deliver predictive analytics of governmental action to determine its impact. The company has raised $230 million from investors like Mark Cuban, Jerry Yang (co-founder of Yahoo!), New Enterprise Associates, Plug and Play, AME Cloud Ventures, QueensBridge Venture Partners, Dorm Room Fund, Winklevoss Capital, Middleland Capital, Visionnaire Ventures, or 645 Ventures to name a few.
8/8/2019 • 52 minutes, 12 seconds
Sanjay Beri On Building A $1B Business By Keeping Your Data Safe
Sanjay Beri is founder and CEO of Netskope which is a leading cloud access security broker. The company has raised $400 million at a $1B+ valuation. Investors include Lightspeed, Accel, Social Capital, and ICONIQ. Prior to this, Sanjay was the co-founder of one of the world’s first data center encryption companies, Ingrian Networks, which was acquired by SafeNet.
8/6/2019 • 46 minutes, 28 seconds
Michael Cammarata: He Was Expected To Fail Due To Dyslexia And Then Made $1M At 13 And Over $100M By Age 20
Michael Cammarata is the CEO of Neptunes Wellness Solutions which is a publicly-traded company around health and wellness products with a valuation north of half a billion. Prior to this Cammarata cofounded Schmidt Naturals which he sold to Unilever. From 13 to his mid-twenties he also established several other companies which brought him hundreds of millions in revenues.
8/4/2019 • 45 minutes, 36 seconds
Amit Sharma On Discovering Retail’s Biggest Weakness During His Time at Apple And Then Raising $64M To Address It
Amit Sharma is the founder and CEO of Narvar, an intelligent customer experience platform that helps commerce companies simplify the everyday lives of consumers. The company has raised $64 million from Accel, Battery, Freestyle Capital, Scale Venture Partners, and Salesforce Ventures. Prior to this Amit was a senior executive at Walmart and Apple.
7/30/2019 • 49 minutes, 3 seconds
Andy Ory On Selling His Business To Oracle For $1.2B And Now Raising $70M To Disrupt Networking
Andy Ory is the co-founder and CEO of 128 Technology which allows company networks to better facilitate the delivery of business services and applications. The company has raised $70 million from G20 Ventures and The Perkins Fund. Prior to this Andy co-founded Acme Packett which provided voice, data and communications services and applications across IP networks for service providers and enterprises. Acme Packet was sold to Oracle for $2.1 billion. He also co-founded Priority Call Management which became one of the world‘s leading suppliers of enhanced calling and messaging solutions. The company got acquired for $162 million.
In this episode you will learn:
When to sell your company
The smoke and mirrors of selling a public company
How to choose your investors wisely
Why raise money, even when you don’t need the cash
Why embrace your mistakes
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About Andy Ory:
Andy Ory, CEO and co-founder of MA-based128 Technology. 128 Technology has a differentiated approach to software-defined networking, or SD-WAN. Its software makes routers smarter and allows company networks to better facilitate the delivery of business services and applications.
In 2000, Ory co-founded Acme Packet, a Boston-based company that offered session border control technology that allowed telecommunications network operators to more efficiently manage voice and data communications over IP. His timing couldn’t be better, as Acme Packet emerged as a viable solution just as connected businesses were looking for a more secure, reliable way to deliver communications to any device, over any network.
The company raised $100 million in its 2006 IPO. After continuing to build the business into a networking powerhouse, Ory sold Acme Packet to Oracle for $2.1 billion in 2013.
After taking some time to recharge, Ory and his business partner, Patrick Melampy, founded 128 Technology in 2014. Ory’s timing was right again as corporations are desperately seeking greater network security, agility, reliability and performance. Ory projects that 128 Technology is on a similar growth trajectory as Acme Packet, given the global market for its networking solutions.
To date, 128 Technology has raised $68 million. It is quickly acquiring new customers and partners frustrated with experiences with Cisco and other providers of hardware-based approaches to networking, which has seen little innovation over the past 30 years. Some recent partner momentum comes from companies such as AWS, Lanner, Intel, NESIC, Redvine, CMC, and Voxai, just to name a few.
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Alejandro: Alrighty. Hello everyone and welcome to the DealMakers show. I am very, very excited with the entrepreneur that we are going to have on the show today. He is someone that has built several businesses from the ground up. Someone that is coming from a family of entreprene...
7/29/2019 • 51 minutes, 5 seconds
Gene Berdichevsky On Being Employee Number 7 At Tesla And Building A $1B Business That Makes Your Phone Or Car Run Longer
Gene Berdichevsky is the CEO of Sila Nanotechnologies Inc. which is a chemicals and materials company making next-generation Li-ion battery materials. The company has raised $295 million from investors such as Bessemer Venture Partners, Matrix Partners, Sutter Hill Ventures, Next47, and 8VC. Prior to Sila, Gene was also employee number 7 at Tesla.
In this episode you will learn:
The essential ingredients for raising money
Gene’s top piece of advice for his younger self and new founders
How to grow as a leader when your team is growing at 92% in two years
His approach to solving strategic problems
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Gene Berdichevsky is the Co-Founder & CEO of Sila Nanotechnologies. Prior to co-founding Sila, Gene was the seventh employee at Tesla Motors where he served as Principal Engineer on the Roadster battery, leading the development of the world’s first, safe, mass-produced, automotive lithium-ion battery system.
Gene holds two degrees from Stanford University; an MS in Engineering with a focus on energy and materials, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He has co-authored 42 patents and 4 academic publications. Gene has been named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list, the MIT Technology Review 35 Under 35, and was a recipient of the Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans.
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FULL TRANSCRIPTION OF THE INTERVIEW:
Alejandro: Alrighty. Hello everyone and welcome to the DealMakers show. Today on the show, we're going to have someone that I think we're going to be learning quite a bit about batteries. He was one of the early employees at Tesla, and now he's building a unicorn startup. Without further ado, I'd like to welcome him on the show. Gene Berdichevsky, welcome today.
Gene Berdichevsky: Yeah. Thanks for having me, Alejandro.
Alejandro: So, Gene, originally from the Ukraine. You were born in the Ukraine, and then you were raised in Russia. How were those years growing up?
Gene Berdichevsky: Yeah. They were great. I bounced around a little bit. Ukraine, on the Black Sea, and then spent actually five years of my life north of the Arctic Circle in Murmansk, and a few more years in St. Petersburg. Then when I was nine, my family came to the States. It was a great time when I was a kid there.
Alejandro: Where in the states did you guys relocate?
Gene Berdichevsky: We landed in Richmond, Virginia. I lived there through high school. Then I came out to Stanford for my undergrad studies.
Alejandro: Got it. Richmond is quite beautiful. Was this like your parents were teaching, or what would you say drove the move?
Gene Berdichevsky: Yeah. My dad's also an entrepreneur. He had some small businesses that he built there. They both became software engineers. Back in Russia, they were nuclear submarine engineers.
7/29/2019 • 49 minutes, 26 seconds
Ray Grainger On Raising $100M To Disrupt The $3 Trillion Services Economy
Ray Grainger is the co-founder and CEO at Mavenlink which provides a modern software platform for professional and marketing services organizations. The company has raised so far $111 million from investors like Goldman Sachs or Carrick Capital Partners. Prior to Mavenlink, Ray Grainger was the Global Managing Partner at Accenture and also had a leadership position at InQuira.
7/23/2019 • 44 minutes, 45 seconds
Sid Sijbrandij On Building A $1 Billion Dollar Business Where All 700 Employees Work Remotely
Sid Sijbrandij is the co-founder and CEO of GitLab which is a web-based open source Git repository manager with wiki and issue tracking features and built-in CI/CD. The company has raised over $158 million from Khosla Ventures, Google Ventures, August Capital, ICONIQ Capital, 500 Startups, and Sound Ventures. The valuation of Gitlab is over $1 billion.
7/21/2019 • 48 minutes, 50 seconds
Sanjay Dastoor: This Stanford Dropout Raised Over $100M To Reinvent How We Commute In Cities
Sanjay Dastoor is the co-founder and CEO of Skip which operates shared electric scooters for reliable last-mile transportation. The company has raised so far over $30 million from Accel, Y Combinator, SV Angels, Menlo Ventures, Initialized Capital, and Maven Ventures. Before Skip, Dastoor cofounded Boosted which builds and develops lightweight, wireless, remote-controlled motorized electric longboards. The company raised $70 million from top investors like Khosla Ventures, SV Angel, and iNovia Capital.
7/18/2019 • 50 minutes, 57 seconds
Sanjay Govil On Taking The $1,000 He Had Left In Savings To Build A $1.8B Business With 7,400 Employees
Sanjay Govil is the founder and Chairman of Infinite Computer Solutions which provides technology-based business process solutions, next-gen mobility solutions, and product engineering services. On its initial public offering, the company raised $1.8 billion. The company has over 7,000 employees and generates more than $700 million in annual revenue. Sanjay also founded Zyter(R) which is a cPaaS based platform that leverages the power of the connected enterprise.
7/16/2019 • 1 hour, 56 seconds
Reza Merchant: This 30 Year Old Created A $850 Million Co-Living Empire To Take On WeWork
Reza Merchant is the founder and CEO of The Collective which is a community of co-living, serviced living or co-working spaces. The company has raised over $850 million. The Collective currently has over 200 employees with locations in London, New York, and Berlin.
7/14/2019 • 43 minutes, 47 seconds
Eyal Lifshitz On Investing $100M In Startups And Then Raising $500M For His Own Business
Eyal Lifshitz is the co-founder and CEO of BlueVine which provides small and medium-sized businesses with access to fast and simple financial products through an advanced, online platform. The company has raised $140 million in equity capital and over $400 million in debt financing. Its investors include the likes of M12 (Microsoft), Citi Ventures, Menlo Ventures, and Lightspeed Venture Partners – to name a few. Before BlueVine, Eyal was a principal at Greylock Partners’ where he invested over $100 million in capital in start-up companies.
7/11/2019 • 47 minutes, 50 seconds
Mark Dankberg On Building A $5 Billion Business By Delivering Connectivity From Satellites In Space
Mark Dankberg is the co-founder and CEO of Viasat which produces satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. He took the company public in 1996. Viasat has a $5 billion market cap at the moment. Viasat has made more than 12 acquisitions.
7/9/2019 • 56 minutes, 15 seconds
Rohit Arora On Funding 15,000 Companies With Over $2.2 Billion In Loans
Rohit Arora is the co-founder and CEO of Biz2Credit which is a hub connecting small business owners with lenders and service providers, and seek solutions based on their online profiles. The company has raised over $55 million from investors such as WestBridge Capital and Nexus Venture Partners. So far Biz2Credit has provided over 15,000 companies with $2.2 billion in loans.
7/7/2019 • 41 minutes, 27 seconds
Assaf Wand On Selling His Business And Then Raising $100M To Disrupt A $100B Industry
Assaf Wand is the CEO and co-founder of insurtech startup Hippo which offers intuitive and proactive home insurance by taking a smarter, tech-driven approach. The company has raised over $100 million from Lennar Corporation, GGV Capital, Felicis Ventures, Comcast Ventures, Munich Re Ventures, Aquiline Technology Growth, Abstract Ventures, Sinai Ventures, Fifth Wall and Propel Venture Partners. Prior to Hippo Assaf founded Foris Telecom and Sabi (acquired by Urbio Inc.).
7/4/2019 • 51 minutes, 13 seconds
David Steinberg: The Chances of Building A $1B Business Are .00006% And He Has Done It Twice
David Steinberg is the co-founder and CEO of Zeta Global which offers technology and marketing services to help brands acquire, engage, and retain customers. The company has raised over $150 million at a valuation that is rumored to be over $1.3 billion. Prior to Zeta Global, Steinberg cofounded Sterling Celullar Inc., Inphonic Inc, CAIVIS Acquisition Corp, and XL Marketing Corp.
7/2/2019 • 49 minutes, 24 seconds
Kristo Käärmann: One Mistake Led This Entrepreneur To Build A $3.5 Billion Business
Kristo Käärmann is the co-founder and CEO of TransferWise which is a money transfer service allowing private individuals and businesses to send money abroad without hidden charges. The company has raised so far $689 million with a $3.5 billion valuation. Investors include SV Angel, Index Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Kima Ventures, IVP, Sapphire Ventures, IA Ventures, Valar Ventures, or Mosaic Ventures to name a few. Other individual investors include Richard Branson or Max Levchin.
6/30/2019 • 41 minutes
David Gurle On Identifying The Gap Left By Bloomberg And Building A $1.4 Billion Business
David Gurle is the co-founder and CEO of Symphony which is a secure team collaboration platform. The company has raised so far $460 million at a $1.4 billion valuation from Mitsubishi UFJ Financial, Standard Chartered, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan, Deutsche Bank, Google, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Citi Group, HSBC, and Wells Fargo. David founded and sold Perzo before founding Symphony.
6/27/2019 • 44 minutes, 27 seconds
Don Brown On Selling His First Startup To GM, His Second One To IBM, And His Third One For $1.4B
Don Brown is a serial entrepreneur. The first company he co-founded was Dealership Programming which computed finance payments for customers of car dealers. The company was acquired by General Motors. Don then cofounded Software Artistry, a helpdesk software automation platform, which he sold to IBM for $200 million. He then launched Interactive Intelligence with the idea of providing software-based communications for customer service settings in large organizations. This company was acquired for $1.4 billion. His most recent company is LifeOmic which focuses on precision health where he has invested $20 million of his own capital to finance the operation.
6/25/2019 • 55 minutes, 38 seconds
Andrew Dudum On Doing $1M In Sales In The First Week Of Business And Building A $1B Company
Andrew Dudum is the co-founder and CEO of Hims & Hers which offers a modern approach to health and wellness by eliminating stigmas and making it easier for people to access care as well as treatment for the conditions that impact their daily lives. The company has raised $200 million from Thrive Capital, Forerunner Ventures, SV Angel, Redpoint, Founders Fund, IVP, Cherubic Ventures, 8VC, Maverick Ventures, and Uphonest Capital. He also co-founded the venture builder Atomic which has raised $600 million from top tier investors such as Peter Thiel. Previously he co-founded Ledforpeace and Ever.com.
6/23/2019 • 48 minutes, 33 seconds
Vishal Garg: At 26 Years Old He Brought His First Company Public And Now Built A $550M Business
Vishal Garg is the co-founder and CEO of Better.com which is a direct lender that provides a fast, transparent digital mortgage experience backed by superior customer support. The company has raised so far $160 million from investors such as American Express Ventures, Citigroup, Ally Financial, Goldman Sachs, and Kleiner Perkins. Previously Vishal cofounded MyRichUncle (went public in 2006), Future Finance (raised $450 million), and Climb Credit (raised $100 million).
6/20/2019 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 20 seconds
Tim Chen On Being Laid Off And Taking $800 To Build A $500 Million Business
Tim Chen is the co-founder and CEO of NerdWallet which is a personal finance website and app, that provides unbiased advice. From finding the best credit card to buying a house to investing their next dollar, and more. The company has raised over $69 million from investors such as IVP, RRE, iGlobe Partners, Core Innovation Capital, or Silicon Valley Bank.
6/18/2019 • 44 minutes, 23 seconds
Ian Siegel: The Business He Started At His Kitchen Table Is Now Worth Over $1 Billion
Ian Siegel is the co-founder and CEO of ZipRecruiter which is an online employment marketplace that connects millions of employers and job seekers through mobile and email services. The company has raised over $200 million from investors such as IVP, Industry Ventures, or Basepoint Ventures.m
6/16/2019 • 50 minutes, 46 seconds
Craig Walker Sold His First Startup To Yahoo, His Second To Google And Now His Third Is Worth $500M
Craig Walker is the co-founder and CEO of Dialpad which offers a cloud-based business phone solution simplified for every business. The company has raised $120 million from Andreessen Horowitz, Google Ventures, Felicis Ventures, SoftBank, and Iconiq Capital. Previously he led Dialpad Communications Inc., (acquired by Yahoo! for $50 million), a provider of VOIP services, and cofounded GrandCentral (acquired by Google for $100 million), communications services.
6/13/2019 • 48 minutes, 14 seconds
Brian Liu On Building A $2B Business With 1,000 Employees By Disrupting The Legal Industry
Brian Liu is the co-founder and founding CEO of LegalZoom which is a technology platform giving access to professional legal advice. The company has a $2B+ valuation today with over 1,000 employees. Brian is currently the co-founder and CEO of BizCounsel. Modeled as a Saas service, for a $69 monthly fee, BizCounsel members can get legal advice from its network of business attorneys, without paying by the hour as it is typically structured with lawyers.
6/11/2019 • 50 minutes, 10 seconds
Daniel Saks: From Zero Customers To A $1B Business By Learning One Simple Lesson
Daniel Saks is the co-founder and co-CEO of AppDirect which provides an end-to-end cloud commerce platform for succeeding in the digital economy. The company has raised so far $300 million from investors such as Foundry Group, Inovia Capital, StarVest, Peter Thiel, and Mithril Capital.
6/9/2019 • 52 minutes, 26 seconds
Philippe Von Borries: Building A $500M Business By Seeing Women As More Than A ‘Niche’ Market
Philippe Von Borries is the co-founder and CEO of Refinery29 which is a leading digital media and entertainment company dedicated to inspiring young women to live an informed & well-rounded life. The company has raised so far $130 million from investors such as First Round, Lerer, Floodgate, Stripes Group, and even Hearst Communications.
6/6/2019 • 42 minutes, 5 seconds
Christopher Ahlberg On Selling His First Business For $190M And His Second One For $780M
Christopher Ahlberg is the co-founder and CEO of Recorded Future which is a technology company specializing in threat intelligence powered by machine learning. He raised $58 million from top tier investors such as Google Ventures, Insight Partners, and Balderton Capital. The company was recently acquired for $780 million by Insight Partners. Prior to Recorded Future, Christopher cofounded Spotfire which he sold to TIBCO for $190 million.
6/4/2019 • 52 minutes, 32 seconds
Al Goldstein On Raising $600 Million To Disrupt A $13 Trillion Industry
Al is the co-founder and CEO of Avant which is an online lending platform that offers alternatives to its clients with safer, faster, better financial products. The company has raised over $600 million from top tier investors such as RRE, QED, DFJ, KKR, Tiger Global, August Capital, General Atlantic, Hyde Park Venture Partners, and Origin Ventures to name a few. Prior to Avant, Al co-founded Pangea Properties and Enova International which he sold for $250 million.
6/2/2019 • 40 minutes, 1 second
David Hauser: Building His First Startup At 17 And Selling His Next Bootstrapped Business For $176M
David Hauser is a serial entrepreneur. He is best known for being the co-founder and CEO of Grasshopper, a virtual telephone service that was acquired by Citrix for $176 million that he bootstrapped without outside investors. The first company he co-founded at 17 was Return Path which raised $120 million and was acquired by Validity for an undisclosed amount. David has also co-founded a number of other startups including Chargify, Spreadable, PopSurvey, or Deck Foundry.
5/30/2019 • 48 minutes, 41 seconds
Emil Eifrem: From Having $2,000 Left In The Bank To Building A Billion Dollar Business
Emil Eifrem is the CEO and Co-Founder of Neo4j which provides a graph platform that helps organizations make sense of their data by revealing how people, processes, and digital systems are interrelated. They've raised $160 million to date, including an $80 million round in 2018. Some of its investors include Eight Road Ventures, Heartcore Capital, Dawn Capital, or Conor Venture Partners to name a few. The company is rumored to be valued at over $1 billion.
5/28/2019 • 47 minutes, 48 seconds
Adam Pritzker On Selling His First Business For $400 Million And Reinventing How Brands Are Built
Adam Pritzker is the co-founder of Assembled Brands which is a modern holding company providing a new way to finance consumer brands. Prior to Assembled Brands, Adam Pritzker cofounded General Assembly which raised $100 million from top tier investors. General Assembly was reportedly acquired for over $400 million by The Adecco Group.
In this episode you will learn:
The three biggest challenges that new consumer brands have to deal with
Ways to finance your startup
The danger of popups
The best use of offline distribution channels
Why starting with wholesale has great profit margin advantages
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Adam is the Chairman and CEO of Assembled Brands, a modern holding company. He was also Chairman and Co-Founder of General Assembly a global network of campuses providing educational and professional development training. For his entrepreneurial endeavors, Adam was featured in Forbes’ 30 Under 30, Vanity Fair’s The Next Establishment, Inc. Magazine’s 30 Under 30, and Business Insider’s Silicon Alley 100. Adam holds a BA from Columbia University where he studied Anthropology and Economics.
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Alejandro: Alrighty. Hello everyone and welcome to the DealMakers show. Today we're going to learn a lot about basically going through the full cycle as a founder. Then also, the life purpose of being able to help founders, creatives, and innovators not only from the educational side but then also the financing side. So, without further ado, Adam Pritzker welcome to the DealMakers show today.
Adam Pritzker: Thank you so much for having me, Alejandro.
Alejandro: Let me ask you this, Adam. How was life being born and raised in San Francisco?
Adam Pritzker: San Francisco is an amazing place to grow up. To date myself, I was born in '84, and I left in '03 to go to New York for college. As you can imagine, from '84 to '03 a lot happened in San Francisco. The tech people went from a fringe group to kind of the dead center of the culture.
Alejandro: Right. Especially because when you came here, probably the innovation and the creativity that is happening today, it was almost nonexistent. You had big companies starting to happen like DoubleClick and things like that, but it was still really premature compared to the Bay Area.
Adam Pritzker: Absolutely. In terms of the startup community, there was a wave or two of founders before me. General Assembly, the first company I started with a number of co-founders really kicked off in 2010. Flatiron at that time had kind of tumbleweeds going through the middle of it. We leased a 20,000 sq. ft. space for $30 a foot. I believe it's like $90 a foot now. So, a lot has changed since 2010.
Alejandro: Got it.
5/26/2019 • 42 minutes, 32 seconds
Steve Newman On Creating Google Docs in 100 days Giving Microsoft A Run For Its Money
Steve Newman is the Founder of Scalyr which offers a cloud platform for high-speed log management and server monitoring. The company has raised over $30 million from investors such as Google Ventures, Shasta Ventures, or Bloomberg Beta. His most recent company prior to Scalyr, Writely, was acquired by Google to become Google Docs. Steve Newman has co-founded 6 companies so far.
In this episode you will learn:
How to pick an idea that serves you where you are a representative of the customer
How to survey customers to get to product-market fit, quickly
Why he finally raised money for his latest startup, after bootstrapping all the others
What traits to look for when seeking investors
The importance of competition – and of sharing your ideas
The advantage of being the underdog, even against a giant like Google
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About Steve Newman:
Steve Newman is the Founder and Chairman of Scalyr. Steve learned to program at the age of eight and is a lifelong engineer and entrepreneur. Scalyr is the sixth company he has founded. His most recent company prior to Scalyr, Writely, was acquired by Google to become Google Docs. Prior to Writely, Steve started San Andreas Systems (the second graphical web page builder, acquired by Claris), Bitcraft (acquired by Macromedia), and Peninsula Game Works (makers of Spectre). He also spent a few years at Intuit, where he built the Quickbooks Customer Manager. Steve studied mathematics at the University of Michigan and received his Master of Computer Science at Stanford University.
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Alejandro: Alrighty. Hello everyone and welcome to the DealMakers show. Today, we're going to speak with someone that has the engineering chops, and I think that we're going to learn quite a bit from all of his experience. So without further ado, Steve Newman, welcome to the show today.
Steve Newman: Thank you.
Alejandro: Steve, originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan. How was life growing up there?
Steve Newman: It was nice. It's a college town. It's the University of Michigan. I grew up outside of town. Just a nice, classic, mid-western upbringing with the addition of a computer. I was one of those kids who was on my computer from a young age. A nice place to grow up.
Alejandro: Cool. At what point did you start engaging with mathematics and with computers?
Steve Newman: It was pretty early on. My father was in the computer business, and he brought a Commodore PET home when I was eight years old. I started learning to code in Basic all the way back then.
Alejandro: Really cool. Then you got your mathematics degree from the University of Michigan, and then you did Stanford. What was Stanford about? What happened there. Were you studying the Masters of Computer Science?
5/24/2019 • 52 minutes, 54 seconds
Lori Torres On Selling Her Startup For $100 Million Just 5 Years After Quitting Corporate America
Lori Torres is the founder and CEO of Parcel Pending which provides innovative package management solutions. The company raised over $15 million from investors such as Tech Coast Angels. Parcel Pending was acquired in January 2019 by Neopost for a reported $100 million.
5/21/2019 • 45 minutes, 13 seconds
Derek Wall: This High School Dropout Went From $0 To $200 Million In Revenue In 12 Months
Derek Wall is the cofounder of HUBX which is a marketplace platform democratizing and disrupting the trillion dollar secondary distribution industry by empowering manufacturers, brands and distributors to sell anonymously direct to worldwide B2B customers. Within 12 months the company has achieved over $200 million of revenue with no outside investment. Prior to HUBX, Derek was involved with the founding teams of Ezequiel Clothing, Dita Eyewear, Techstore, Buynow.com, PriceGrabber, and VAULT.
5/19/2019 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 21 seconds
Dave Girouard On Raising $160 Million After Pivoting His Business Model
Dave Girouard is the co-founder and CEO of Upstart which leverages machine learning to price credit and automate the borrowing process. The company has raised $160 million from investors such as Kleiner Perkins, NEA, Google Ventures, Mark Cuban, CrunchFund, Eric Schmidt, Marc Benioff, Khosla Ventures, or Founders Fund.
5/16/2019 • 49 minutes, 49 seconds
Lidia Yan On Raising $125 Million To Take On The $800 Billion Trucking Industry
Lidia Yan is the CEO and Co-Founder of NEXT which is the world’s first trucker-centric, tech-enabled marketplace that efficiently matches freight with available truck capacity- easing the logistics bottleneck. The company has raised to date $125 million from investors like China Equity Group, Sequoia, or Brookfield.
5/14/2019 • 42 minutes, 48 seconds
Ajeet Singh On Building A $7B Business And Raising $300M For His Next Startup Valued Now At $1B
Ajeet Singh has built two multibillion-dollar technology companies from the ground up - ThoughtSpot and Nutanix. ThoughtSpot is a company revolutionizing analytics with search and AI. He has raised over $300M for ThoughtSpot from the likes of Lightspeed Venture Partners, Khosla Ventures, or General Catalyst. Prior to starting ThoughtSpot, he was co-founder and Chief Products Officer at Nutanix, the leader in the enterprise cloud industry and largest tech IPO of 2016.
5/12/2019 • 55 minutes, 39 seconds
Frida Polli: Single Mom Scientist That Raised $58M To Make Hiring Less Biased Despite Rejection
Frida Polli is the co-founder and CEO of pymetrics which improves the efficiency and diversity of hiring through neuroscience games and AI. The company has raised $58 million from Khosla Ventures, General Atlantic, Salesforce Ventures, Workday Ventures, and Jazz Venture Partners to name a few. They have their U.S. headquarters in New York, as well as offices in London, Singapore, and Sydney.
5/9/2019 • 47 minutes, 21 seconds
Max Rhodes: Building In 24 Months A $500M Business By Addressing The Gap Left By Amazon
Max Rhodes is the co-founder and CEO of Faire which helps retailers find and buy wholesale merchandise for their stores. The company has raised to date $115 million from investors such as Sequoia Capital, SV Angel, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Khosla Ventures, Founders Fund, or DST Global to name a few.
5/7/2019 • 45 minutes, 1 second
Stefan Heck On Building A $1 Billion Business By Saving Lives With AI
Stefan Heck is the cofounder and CEO of Nauto which is an AI technology company on a mission to make driving safer and smarter. Today, the company has raised over $174 million with partners and investors including General Motors, Toyota AI Ventures, BMW iVentures, SoftBank Vision Fund, Greylock Partners, and DNX Ventures at a valuation rumored to be over $1 billion.
5/5/2019 • 46 minutes, 47 seconds
Doug Winter On Selling His First Startup For $90 Million And Then Building A Billion Dollar Business
Doug Winter is the co-founder and CEO at Seismic which offers a global sales and marketing enablement solution for improving close rates and delivering larger deals for sales. The company has raised $179 million at a valuation that is rumored to be $1 billion from investors like JMI Equity, General Atlantic, Jackson Square Ventures, Lightspeed, and T. Rowe Price. Prior to that, he co-founded Objectiva Software Solutions, a software outsourcing company that provides projects and products to help ISV's and enterprise companies. The company was sold to EMC for $90 million.
4/30/2019 • 47 minutes, 44 seconds
Ray Reddy On Selling His Business To Google And Raising $120 Million For His Next Startup
Ray Reddy founded PushLife which was a mobile commerce platform for mobile operators. He sold the company to Google and after spending 4 years there he went on to launch his next company, Ritual. The company is a social ordering app that taps into networks of co-workers and colleagues for fast and easy pick up and pay at a wide variety of local restaurants and coffee shops. So far Ritual has raised $120 million from investors such as Greylock, Insight Partners, or Golden Ventures.
4/28/2019 • 51 minutes, 13 seconds
Henry Ward: 300 Investor Rejections And 1 Failed Startup Led To Build A $1 Billion Business
Henry Ward is the CEO and co-founder of Carta, which is a global ownership management platform that helps companies, investors, and employees manage their equity. The company has raised close to $150 million from investors like Meritech, Tribe Capital, Union Square Ventures, Spark Capital, and Menlo Ventures. Carta has a valuation that is rumored to be over $1 billion.
4/25/2019 • 47 minutes, 17 seconds
Nick Green: From 50 Investor Rejections To $200 Million In Sales
Nick is the co-founder and CEO of Thrive Market, which is an online retailer with over 2,500 high-quality healthy foods, vitamins, home goods, and beauty supplies. Thrive Market is doing $200 million in sales and also raised $200 million from celebrity investors. Some of those investors are Demi Moore, John Legend, Deepak Chopra or Tony Robbins. On the VC side, they have investors like Greycroft, e.ventures, and Kapor Capital.
4/23/2019 • 51 minutes, 14 seconds
Reggie Aggarwal: From $400,000 In Credit Card Debt To Selling His Business For $1.65 Billion
Reggie Aggarwal is the founder and CEO of Cvent which is an event management platform enabling planners to manage all aspects of an event. Reggie raised over $130 million for Cvent from investors like NEA or Insight Partners before doing an IPO in 2013. He ended up selling his business to Vista Equity Partners for $1.65 billion.
4/21/2019 • 58 minutes, 2 seconds
Frank Poore On Selling His Billion Dollar Business 3 Times
Frank Poore is the founder and CEO of CommerceHub which is a cloud-based e-commerce merchandising, demand generation and order fulfillment platform for retailers and brands. Frank successfully built an industry-leading company that created 3 liquidity events for shareholders and employees - first through a sale to Liberty Media/QVC in 2006, second via public offering in 2016 (Nasdaq:CHUBK), and through a take-private sale of the company to GTCR and Sycamore Partners for $1.1 billion in 2018.
4/19/2019 • 53 minutes, 42 seconds
Jonah Goodhart: Selling To Oracle For $850 Million And Investing In Over 100 Startups
Jonah Goodhart is the CEO and co-founder of Moat, a New York–based analytics company focused on driving success for brand marketers and premium publishers. Moat raised $70 million from investors like First Round Capital, Founders Fund, Lerer Hippeau, Insight Partners, or Founder Collective to name a few. Moat was ultimately acquired by Oracle for a reported $850 million. Jonah was the founding investor and board member of Right Media (acquired by Yahoo for a reported $680 million), founding partner of WGI Group and co-founder of Billions.org. Jonah was also a member of Mayor Bloomberg’s Council on Technology and Innovation.
4/16/2019 • 50 minutes, 8 seconds
Jeff Raider On Founding Not One But Two Billion Dollar Companies With Warby Parker And Harry‘s
Jeff Raider is a serial entrepreneur. The first company he cofounded was Warby Parker which is a lifestyle brand that offers designer eyewear at a revolutionary price. With over 2,000 employees, the company has raised $300 million from top tier investors at what is rumored to be a valuation of almost $2 billion. Jeff is currently the cofounder and CEO at Harry‘s which allows users to buy razors, German engineered blades and shaving creams. The company employs over 1,000 people and has raised $375 million with a valuation of over $1 billion.
4/14/2019 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
Ben Uretsky And Moisey Uretsky: From Humble Beginnings, These Two Russian Brothers Built A Billion Dollar Business In America
Ben and Moisey Uretsky are the cofounders of DigitalOcean which is the third largest hosting company in the world. They have today more than 500 employees and over $200 million in annual revenues. They have raised for their business $123 million at a valuation rumored to be over $1 billion. Some of the investors include Andreessen Horowitz, IA Ventures, or Trinity Capital to name a few.
4/11/2019 • 56 minutes, 19 seconds
Duke Rohlen On Selling 4 Companies For Over $1 Billion Following These 3 Steps
Duke Rohlen is a serial entrepreneur. He is the cofounder of FoxHollow Technologies (acquired by Ev3 for $780 million), CV Ingenuity (acquired by Covidien for $300 million), Spirox, Inc. (acquired by Entellus Medical for over $200 million), and EPIX Therapeutics (acquired by Medtronic for $350 million). His most recent company is Ajax Health which will source and provide operational and financial capabilities to a diversified portfolio of emerging medical device companies. The company has raised over $120 million from investors such as KKR.
4/9/2019 • 40 minutes, 32 seconds
Mohit Aron On Building A $6 Billion Business And Raising $400 Million For His Next Company
Mohit Aron was an early employee at Google. He is a serial entrepreneur and previously co-founder of Nutanix which is worth more than $6 billion today. Nutanix is a virtualized data center platform that provides disruptive datacenter infrastructure solutions for implementing enterprise-class. He is currently the co-founder and CEO of Cohesity which delivers the industry’s first hyperconverged secondary storage for backup, test/dev, file services, and analytic datasets. He has raised for Cohesity over $400 million from investors like Sequoia, Accel, Battery, Google Ventures, Foundation Capital, Trinity Ventures, Qualcomm, or SoftBank to name a few.
4/7/2019 • 47 minutes, 42 seconds
Gil Elbaz On Google Acquiring His Company And Turning It Into A $15 Billion Business
Gil Elbaz cofounded Applied Semantics which he sold to Google for over $100 Million. Applied Semantics was the creator of Adsense which Google turned into a $15 billion business representing 23% of its total revenue. Elbaz most recently founded Factual which provides accurate and comprehensive data on places and people worldwide. The company has raised over $100 million from investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Index Ventures, Felicis, Founder Collective, or Data Collective.
4/4/2019 • 51 minutes, 52 seconds
Ned Tozun On Raising $100 Million To Provide Access To Power To 2.3 Billion People
Ned Tozun is the cofounder of D.light which is looking to serve the 2.3 billion people that doesn‘t have access to reliable electricity. The company has raised over $100 million from investors such as Omydiar Network, DFJ, or Garage Technology Ventures. The social enterprise has 1,000 employees and 3,000-5,000 commissioned agents, is generating about $100 million of revenue a year, and experiencing 40-50% growth annually.
4/2/2019 • 50 minutes, 14 seconds
Jyoti Bansal On Waiting 7 Years For His Green Card Before Selling His Business For $3.7 Billion
Jyoti Bansal is the cofounder and founding CEO of AppDynamics which develops application performance management (APM) solutions that deliver problem resolution for highly distributed applications.. He raised over $220 million from top tier investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Greylock, Battery Ventures, or Lightspeed. AppDynamics got acquired by Cisco for $3.7 billion. Jyoti went on to launch his own fund, Unusual Ventures, and his most recent company, Harness, which is a Continuous Delivery as-a-Service platform for engineering and DevOps teams to release applications into production.
3/31/2019 • 53 minutes, 46 seconds
Eswar Priyadarshan On Selling His Business To Steve Jobs For $275 Million And Learning One Critical Lesson About Success
Eswar Priyadarshan is a serial entrepreneur. He sold his first company, m-Qube, to Verisign for $275 million. His next company was Quattro Wireless which he sold to Steve Jobs himself also for $275 million. His most recent company is BotCentral which was recently acquired by LivePerson for an undisclosed amount.
3/28/2019 • 43 minutes, 41 seconds
Peter Rahal On Turning A $10,000 Startup Investment Into A $600 Million Acquisition
Peter Rahal is the cofounder and founding CEO of RXBAR. He bootstrapped the company from 0 to hundreds of millions in revenue and hundreds of employees only taking a loan from his father. Rahal sold the company five years later to Kellogg for $600 million.
3/26/2019 • 32 minutes
Cameron Chell On Being Once Homeless And Building A $100 Million Business
Cameron Chell has been an entrepreneur since age 14 and is currently the CEO of Business Instincts Group, a Venture Creation Firm with a focus on building high-tech startups. Cameron is the cofounder of Urthecast, Cold Bore Technologies, Slyce, Raptor Rig, Trace and Trax. Most recently, Cameron has served as an advisor to KodakCoin, one of the first compliant cryptocurrencies.
3/24/2019 • 51 minutes, 2 seconds
Alexei Agratchev On Raising $200 Million To Address The Collapse Of Retail
Alexei Agratchev is the cofounder and CEO at RetailNext which enables retailers and manufacturers to collect, analyze, and visualize data about in-store customer engagement. The company has raised to date $200 million from investors such as Qualcomm Ventures, August Capital, American Express Ventures, or NGP Capital.
3/21/2019 • 52 minutes, 23 seconds
Daniel Ramot On Finding The Gap Left By Uber And Raising Over $450 Million
Daniel Ramot is the cofounder of Via which provides on-demand transit on a mass scale. The company has raised so far over $450 million from investors such as Pitango Venture Capital, Daimler, Kapor Capital, Hearst Ventures, or RiverPark Ventures. Daniel has a Ph.D in neuroscience from Stanford. Prior to Via, Ramot built supercomputers designed to discover new pharmaceutical drugs and developed avionic systems for F-15s and F-16s for the Israeli Air Force.
3/19/2019 • 47 minutes, 37 seconds
Rick Stollmeyer On Selling For $1.9 Billion The Company That He Created Out Of His Own Garage
Rick Stollmeyer co-founded MINDBODY in his garage in 2001. He raised over $100 million before leading the IPO for the company. Some or his investors include Bessemer Venture Partners, Institutional Venture Partners, or Catalyst Investors. The company was recently acquired by Vista Equity Partners in a $1.9 billion deal.
3/17/2019 • 51 minutes, 45 seconds
Matt Salzberg On Creating A Billion Dollar Business By Selling Meal Kits
Matt Salzberg founded Blue Apron in 2011 and served as President & CEO for its first six years. After raising $200 million from the likes of Bessemer, First Round, or Stripes Group, Matt led Blue Apron's $1.9 billion IPO and served as CEO until the company had approximately $910 million of trailing revenue and 5,000 employees. Matt is currently Blue Apron's Executive Chairman, and serves on the company's Board of Directors.
3/14/2019 • 44 minutes, 19 seconds
Alex Mashinsky On Achieving $3 Billion In Exits And Being One Of The Most Feared By Banks
Alex Mashinsky is on his eighth startup company, Celsius Network, which has already raised $50 million via an Initial Coin Offering (ICO). He’s also made around 120 VC investments himself, holds 34 patents, raised over a billion dollars for his companies, and has achieved at least over $3 billion in exits.
3/12/2019 • 51 minutes, 13 seconds
Henrique Dubugras On Creating A $1.1 Billion Company At 22 Years Old
Henrique Dubugras is the founder and CEO of Brex. The company is valued at over $1.1 billion and has raised over $220 million. Current investors include Peter Thiel, Max Levchin, DST Global, Ribbit Capital, Global Founders Capital, or Institutional Venture Partners to name a few. Prior to Brex, he cofounded Pagar.me. The company got acquired in 2016. Before this he built an educational platform and a gaming company at age 12.
3/10/2019 • 36 minutes, 28 seconds
Robbie Cape: What This Former Microsoft Employee Is Doing With $86 Million To Change Lives
Robbie Cape is the cofounder of 98point6 which combines deep technology with the expertise of board-certified physicians to provide text-based primary care anytime, anywhere. The company has raised over $86 million. Prior to this Robbie founded Cozi (acquired by Time Inc.) which provided mobile and internet-based applications to help families stay organized. Robbie started initially at Microsoft where he worked for 12 years.
3/7/2019 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 47 seconds
Guy Kawasaki: 3 Counter Intuitive Principles Learned From Working With Steve Jobs
Guy Kawasaki is the co-founder of Alltop.com, an online magazine that offers articles about popular topics. He is also a founding partner at Garage Technology Ventures and the chief evangelist of Canva, an online graphic design tool. Prior to that, he was the chief evangelist of Apple and an advisor to the Motorola business unit of Google. Kawasaki is the author of ten books, including Enchantment, Reality Check, The Art of the Start, Rules for Revolutionaries, How to Drive Your Competition Crazy, Selling the Dream, and The Macintosh Way.
3/5/2019 • 35 minutes, 35 seconds
Todd Olson On Raising $100 Million And Hiring 600 Employees Outside Of Major Tech Hubs
Todd Olson is the founder and CEO of Pendo, which is a product cloud creator for digital products and data-driven product teams with headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina. The company has raised $108 million from top tier investors such as Battery Ventures, Spark Capital, Meritech Capital Partners, or Sapphire Ventures. Prior to Pendo, Todd started 6th Sense (acquired by Rally) and Cerebellum which raised $17 million in institutional capital only to shut down during the dotcom era.
3/2/2019 • 47 minutes, 8 seconds
David Klein: From Living In His Office For Years To Landing $4 Billion In Funding
David Klein is the CEO and CoFounder of CommonBond, a leading marketplace lender that lowers the cost of student loans for borrowers and provides financial returns to investors. The company has raised $4 billion to date. That is $130 million in equity and the rest in debt capital or lending capital. Investors include Social Capital, August Capital, Tribeca Venture Partners, Nyca Partners, etc. and also Vikram Pandit, the former CEO of Citigroup.
2/15/2019 • 43 minutes, 7 seconds
Jon Carder: From Running A Hot Dog Stand To Becoming A Millionaire At Age 27
Jon Carder is the founder of Mogl - a frictionless online to offline rewards program & Empyr - an online to offline ad platform. Mogl/Empyr has raised $50M from investors like Sigma Partners or Aequitas Capital. In college Jon founded eHeaven, an online e-commerce superstore that was purchased by BabyUniverse in 2002. Jon Carder then founded Client Shop, a website dedicated to finding consumers the lowest rates on home loans. ClientShop was sold to Internet Brands in 2006. Prior to Mogl, Jon Carder founded MojoPages.com, an online local search engine which received $5M (series A) from Austin Ventures and operates out of La Jolla, CA.
2/8/2019 • 56 minutes, 47 seconds
Sam Yagan: From Startup Failure To Leading A $400M IPO That Transformed Online Dating
Sam Yagan is currently the CEO of ShopRunner which has raised over $100M from the likes of Alibaba Group or August Capital. Previously, he served as CEO of The Match Group and led it through a period of growth culminating in its initial $400M public offering. Yagan cofounded OkCupid in 2003 and it was acquired by Match Inc. for $90 million in 2011. Earlier, he founded SparkNotes, which he sold to Barnes & Noble Inc. SparkNotes transaction was reported to be $30M. Yagan cofounded Excelerate Labs (now TechStars Chicago), a startup accelerator, and founded Corazon Capital, an early stage fund.
2/6/2019 • 48 minutes, 53 seconds
Josh Abramson: Declining A $9 Million Acquisition At Age 18 And Building One Of The Most Trafficked Sites
Josh Abramson is the cofounder of Connected Ventures which was the parent company under which he cofounded CollegeHumor, Vimeo, and BustedTees. IAC purchased a majority stake in Connected Ventures for over $20 million. Josh Abramson is also the cofounder of the crowdsourced T-shirt design company TeePublic. TeePublic was acquired by RedBubble for over $41million cash.
2/3/2019 • 51 minutes, 54 seconds
Jon Stein: From Launching In An Economic Downturn To Managing $15 Billion
Jon Stein is the cofounder of online investment advisor Betterment. One of the first FinTech companies, and a startup that launched in the pit of the 2008 financial crisis. Betterment has landed $275 million in funding. Investors include Fabrice Grinda, FJ Labs, Andy Dunn, Menlo Ventures, and Bessemer, as well as large family offices with patient capital.
1/31/2019 • 29 minutes, 10 seconds
Randy Hetrick: From Being A Navy SEAL To Creating A $50 Million Business
Randy Hetrick is a former Special Forces Commander and the founder of the hyper-successful TRX fitness brand. TRX is a $50 million business with products that are used by celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Drew Brees, Michael Phelps, or Gisele Bündchen to name a few.
1/28/2019 • 43 minutes, 20 seconds
Eric Ryan: From Zero To $100 Million A Year In Sales Within 24 Months Of Launching
Eric Ryan has launched two very successful ventures. These are Method Products and Olly. Together they’ve already raised more than $34 million in funding. Method Products sold to SC Johnson. Olly has attracted some very high profile investors, and effectively went from zero to $100 million a year in sales within 24 months of launching.
1/25/2019 • 42 minutes
Roger Dickey: From A Facebook Job Rejection To Raising $32 Million From Celebrity Investors
Roger Dickey is the founder of Gigster, a venture-backed start-up that gives clients a way to systematically outsource software development to a large network of freelance coders. Gigster has raised over $32 Million from high profile investors including Redpoint Ventures, Andreessen Horowtiz, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, former basketball player Michael Jordan, actor Ashton Kutcher, and "Super Angel" Ron Conway. The company has quickly become a Silicon Valley darling.
1/22/2019 • 45 minutes, 12 seconds
Eugenio Pace: Bouncing Back From Failed Startup To Raising $110 Million From Top VCs
Eugenio Pace is the cofounder of Auth0, a technology company that builds a suite of modern platforms for developers. The company has raised to date $110 Million from the likes of Bessemer Venture Partners,Trinity Ventures, Meritech Capital Partners, Sapphire Ventures, or K9 Ventures amongst other VC firms.
1/14/2019 • 46 minutes, 9 seconds
Anthemos Georgiades: One Lesson That Led To Raise $90 Million From The Top Venture Capital Firms
Anthemos Georgiades is the co-founder and CEO of Zumper, the largest startup in the rental industry. The company has raised $90 million from investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Greylock, Kleiner Perkins, NEA, Blackstone, and now Marcus & Millichap and Axel Springer.
12/29/2018 • 41 minutes, 37 seconds
Martin Rawls-Meehan On Bootstrapping His Startup From Zero To Over $100 Million In Revenue
Martin Rawls-Meehan is the cofounder and CEO at Reverie. He has taken a different route to generating $100 million in revenue a year with over 150 employees. He has proven that building a profitable company can still lead to becoming a sizable enterprise without the need of taking outside capital. One which can give you even more control over your startup and its ability to live out your vision. In our exclusive conversation he revealed some of his own startup bootstrapping hacks, hurdles you can face, and when it might be better to take that VC money, or not.
12/25/2018 • 42 minutes, 44 seconds
Heini Zachariassen On Raising Over $55 Million To Disrupt A 6,000 Year Old Industry
Heini Zachariassen is the founder behind Vivino. He has raised for the company over $55 million to date. The app now has 33 million users, looking up around 2 million wines every single day, and is attracting 20,000 new users per day. On a recent episode of the DealMakers Podcast, Heini graced us with his presence, told us what he is drinking now, and had fun debating some of the big questions startup founders are juggling today
12/21/2018 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds
Kevin O‘Connor: Selling For $1.1 Billion By Following One Simple Rule
Kevin O‘Connor founded Double Click, the advertising machine now owned by Google. A part of a bundle of services that Google ended up paying around $3.1B for. He was also an early investor in ISS which was bought by IBM for $1.5B.
12/18/2018 • 44 minutes, 33 seconds
Julie Clark On Investing $15,000 In Her Startup And Selling It For $25 Million
Julie Clark is the founder of the Baby Einstein brand. A company she built from scratch, to being bought by Disney for $25M, and becoming a $300M a year phenomenon. In our exclusive interview on the DealMakers Podcast Julie also revealed some unconventional beginnings of this household brand in the eyes of many of today’s founders. Yet, which are clearly recognizable common threads that are shared with some of the biggest tech companies, like Facebook and Microsoft.
12/15/2018 • 47 minutes, 24 seconds
Michael Ellenbogen: From Corporate America To Startups And Landing Bill Gates As An Investor
Michael Ellenbogen built an exited Reveal Imaging where he raised over $20M and sold to SAIC giving investors an 8x multiple of returns. Now he has cofounded Evolv Technology, has already raised $30M and has also landed investors such as Bill Gates.
12/2/2018 • 37 minutes, 58 seconds
Thomas Korte On Helping Entrepreneurs Raise Over $1.4 Billion And Building Angel Pad
Thomas Korte is one of the founders at one of the consistently top ranked startup accelerators. They’re always up there with names like 500 Startups, Y Combinator, and TechStars. To date Angel Pad companies have raised around $1.4 billion, with Thomas’ own company having raised close to $80 million itself.
11/26/2018 • 44 minutes, 55 seconds
Josh Hix: From 200 Investor Rejections To A $300 Million Acquisition
Josh Hix is one of those founders who just seems to have been born with the entrepreneurial spirit. He’s been featured on Shark Tank, raised almost $100 million for his subscription startup, and sold to a larger corporation for a reported $300 million.
11/20/2018 • 38 minutes, 6 seconds
Michael Litt: From Selling Firecrackers To Landing $70 Million For His Canadian Startup
In an exclusive interview for the DealMakers podcast, Michael Litt revealed how he accelerated his startup, landed $70 Million from some of the most enviable investors on the planet, is disrupting the classic board meeting, and what it takes to get funded by him. Now he is a serious startup investor and founder at the heart of Canada’s new tech ecosystem.
11/11/2018 • 42 minutes, 9 seconds
Adeo Ressi: The Entrepreneur That Sold Two Companies For $1 Billion Before Age 30
Founder of The Founder Institute, Adeo Ressi unveils the truth about launching and selling a startup in Silicon Valley, and why entrepreneurs should never plan to exit. Adeo reveals some of the crazy sides of founding a venture. As well as powerful advice for structuring your next company and surviving a buyout.
10/27/2018 • 47 minutes, 1 second
Fabrice Grinda: From $100,000 In Debt To Hundreds of Millions In Exits
With over 400 startup investments and 150 plus exits Fabrice Grinda is unquestionably one of the most experienced entrepreneurs and investors on the planet today. If anyone knows what it takes to build a scrappy and scalable startup, and how to cash in on one, it’s got to be Fabrice. In a new episode of the DealMakers podcast he pulled back the curtain on his biggest mistakes and how to hit home runs, again and again.
10/26/2018 • 52 minutes, 56 seconds
Kevin Ryan Shares His Formula To Create Several Billion Dollar Companies
Few tech entrepreneurs have created a billion-dollar company. Kevin Ryan, has created not one but multiple billion-dollar companies. Ryan co-founded DoubleClick, which went public and then sold to Google for $3.1 billion; MongoDB, recently did an IPO with another billion dollar valuation; Gilt Groupe, sold for $250M and Business Insider recently got acquired for $450M. In a new episode of the DealMakers podcast Kevin Ryan shares the formula to create multiple billion dollar companies and the different factors to take into consideration.
10/25/2018 • 38 minutes, 2 seconds
Will Herman On Selling Your Business Twice For Over $700M
In this exclusive interview on the DealMakers Podcast, Will Herman reveals his own struggles and successes with launching and fundraising for his early ventures. As well as how he fell into investing in startups himself after selling two companies for over $700M, and ended up ultimately writing one of the most important books for today’s entrepreneurs.
10/24/2018 • 43 minutes, 27 seconds
Dane Madsen: Turning A 100 Year Old Business Model Into A $100 Million Company
Co-founder of YellowPages.com Dane Madsen recently appeared as a special guest on the DealMakers podcast. In this exclusive interview he revealed the process of building and exiting one of the most famous companies ever built, as well as how new startups can future proof their ventures and create better profitability and sustainability.
10/23/2018 • 42 minutes, 2 seconds
Rand Fishkin On Building An SEO Empire And Overcoming Depression After Raising $30 Million
In a new episode of the DealMakers podcast, Rand Fishkin shares the ups and downs of building a hyper growth startup. Rand also shares the process of raising capital and the journey of the business he created where he raised $30 Million from top tier investors which led him to become one of the biggest authorities in the SEO world.
10/22/2018 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds
Ander Michelena On Selling His Business For $190 Million After Leaving His Corporate Career
One of the greatest things to witness today is not just an entrepreneur accomplish a successful fundraising round or exit, but to then evolve into becoming an angel who gives back to the startup ecosystem. Ander Michelena is one of this new breed of investors who has been through the full cycle themselves. Ander reveals the process his own startup went through, and how its acquisition turned him into a $100M VC.
10/21/2018 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds
Carlos Reines On How To Raise $20 Million From Top US Investors As A Foreign Entrepreneur
In a new episode of the DealMakers podcast Carlos Reines shares the journey and the struggles involved with raising capital as a founder in a regulated industry for his company, RubiconMD. The company that Carlos Reines has gone out to build includes top tier investors such as Waterline Ventures, HLM Venture Partners, or Optum Ventures. During this episode, listeners will gain access to how the process of fundraising changes as a company matures and moves from Seed to Series B and beyond.