Playing with unicorns is a new weekly show on startups, entrepreneurship, and venture capital. I cover everything I learned as an entrepreneur, angel investor and venture capitalist during the last 22 years, focusing on everything I wished I knew when I first got started as a tech entrepreneur.
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Life Self Mastery Podcast is an interview based show where I interview online entrepreneurs who started their businesses and scaled up their businesses to improve their lifestyles. Previous guests include Guy Kawasaki, Brad Feld, James Clear, Shu Nyatta, Ida Tin, Elizabeth Yin, Polina Pompliano, Evgenia Plotnikova, Anna Khan, Minnie Ingersoll, Sridhar Ramaswamy, Mac Conwell, Danielle Strachman, Jake Gibson, Wes Kao, Brian Requarth, Vivek Sodera, Eric Siu, Amit Garg, Nischal Shetty, Pranav Pa ...
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Jess Larsen interviews exciting people and uncommonly high achievers including Billionaires, Pro Athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, Hollywood Actors like Danny Glover, New York Times Bestselling Authors, Tech Founders, Four-star Generals, World Class Musicians, Special Ops, VCs, Olympic Athletes, Non-Profit Leaders, Inventors and many more.
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Leadership, Brand Strategy & Transformation - Minter Dialogue
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With the Minter Dialogue podcast, your host Minter Dial is on a mission to help elevate the debate and insert more meaningfulness into our lives. He gives weekly interviews around leadership, brand strategy and transformation, featuring top business leaders, personalities, entrepreneurs and authors from around the world who are making things happen! The show was ranked as the #6 Leadership and #5 Branding Podcast 2021 by Feedspot, Julie Livingstone’s Top 15 Marketing Podcasts 2020 and Top 50 ...
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Muck Rack & Shorty Awards cofounder/CEO Greg Galant interviews the world's best entrepreneurs and creators, including the founders of LinkedIn, The Vanguard Group, Yelp, Brooklyn Brewery, Trello, Twitter and Stack Overflow.
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Winner Take All is a business & tech news show covering the world of platform businesses, tech antitrust, regulations, and innovation. Hosted by Alex Moazed and Nick Johnson, authors of the Amazon Best-Seller Modern Monopolies.
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A discussion on what’s happening the tech, startups, small business, venture capital and angel investing in the US and India with tips for small businesses and entrepreneurs every week from the mind of an operator, founder, and early-stage startup investor. Web: http://pjain.me Twitter: https://twitter.com/investorcraft YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/investstream Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pjain/support
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Welcome to Unicorn Bakery: The podcast for the most ambitious founders & teams. Learn the tactics and lessons learned from the world's best founders and their teams to find out what it takes to start your startup, successfully scale, or support a founder turning their vision into reality. Unicorn Bakery is the founder's podcast about the essential questions and topics when starting a startup. We interview founders to cover every phase of the startup process, from idea generation and strategy ...
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From $0 to 1100 Startups: Building a Billion-Dollar Portfolio | FJ Labs Co-Founder, Fabrice Grinda
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Fabrice Grinda, co-founder of FJ Labs and renowned angel investor, shares his journey from building multi-million dollar companies to investing in over 1100 startups. Discover the principles behind marketplace success, global scaling strategies, and the future of technology-driven solutions to world problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Episode 47: Marketplace Trends Given that I have been building and investing in marketplaces for 26 years you might think that everything that needed to be built has already been built, but nothing could be further from the truth. In many ways, we are still at the beginning of the marketplace revolution with lots of exciting new trends. In this epi…
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From NHL Enforcer to Healing Advocate: Daniel Carcillo's Journey (MDE594)
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of hosting two-time Stanley Cup champion and former Philadelphia Flyers player, Daniel Carcillo. Daniel shares his transformative journey from a violent and angry NHL player to a person deeply connected to nature and consciousness. He discusses the pivotal role of natural mushrooms in his healing process, which h…
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Solving Housing Crisis: From $250K to $420M Exit | Greenbriar Capital CEO, Jeff Ciachurski
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With housing prices skyrocketing, many Americans are struggling to afford a home. Jeff Ciachurski, CEO of Greenbrier Sustainable Living, believes the solution lies in sustainable, smaller footprint homes. Learn about Greenbrier's innovative approach to building affordable, eco-friendly communities and how they're transforming the housing market. Le…
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Secrets of Walmart's People Strategy | Walmart U.S. Chief People Officer, Judy Werthauser
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Judy Werthauser, Walmart U.S. Chief People Officer, reveals the secrets behind Walmart's people-led strategy. Learn how her journey from small family businesses to leading HR at Walmart has shaped her approach to fostering employee engagement, leveraging AI in HR, and aligning people strategies with business goals in a rapidly evolving retail lands…
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FBI Secrets for Unbreakable Alliances | Former FBI Counterintelligence Expert, Robin Dreeke
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Discover how former FBI counterintelligence expert Robin Dreeke applies spy recruitment techniques to build trust in business and personal relationships. In this eye-opening episode, Dreeke shares invaluable insights on creating powerful connections, influencing without manipulation, and mastering the art of human behavior analysis. Learn more abou…
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From $4M to $500M: Secrets of a Wall Street Prodigy | Author & Investor, Emmy Sobieski
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Discover the blueprint for a $100M career with Emmy Sobieski, Amazon #1 bestselling author and former Wall Street prodigy. Emmy breaks down the three B's of wealth creation - breaking in, building equity, and breaking out - while sharing invaluable lessons from her experiences managing billions in assets and working alongside billionaires. Learn mo…
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Building Resilience: Oleksandr Buratynskyi on Leadership in Turbulent Times (MDE593)
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In this episode, I welcome Oleksandr Buratynskyi, a dynamic founder and executive coach based in Kyiv. Oleksandr shares his journey from a diverse career background, including roles in IT, logistics, and travel blogging, to becoming a startup founder and volunteer amidst the challenges of war in Ukraine. He is currently founder and CEO of tTravel.m…
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Building a Coffee Empire: From Colombia to Your Cup in 48 Hours | Gavico Group CEO, Fernando Gaviria
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Discover the secrets behind truly authentic Colombian coffee with Fernando Gaviria, CEO of Gavico Group. Learn how his family's 50-year legacy in the coffee business is revolutionizing the industry by delivering the freshest, highest-quality coffee from the mountains of Colombia to your cup in just 48 hours. Taste the difference of artisanal, hand-…
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Ross Fubini from XYZ Ventures on Scaling Startups, AI, and Building Winning Networks
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I am thrilled to have Ross Fubini, the Managing Partner at XYZ VC, an early-stage venture fund with a fintech and enterprise-focused portfolio that includes investments in companies like Anduril, Hex, Bravado, Switchboard, Stir, and Sardine In this episode, Ross Fubini, Managing Partner at XYZ Ventures, shares his journey from engineering to ventur…
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Building a $1.5B Company: Lessons from Pacaso's Co-Ownership Model | Pacaso CEO, Austin Allison
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Austin Allison, CEO of Pacaso, reveals how his company is transforming luxury vacation home ownership through an innovative co-ownership model. Learn how Pacaso navigated COVID challenges, regulatory hurdles, and achieved $1 billion in transactions within four years, while democratizing access to high-end properties worldwide. Learn more about your…
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From High School Dropout to $1 Billion Empire | Accelerated Intelligence CEO, Shaahin Cheyene
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How to Leverage Podcasting to Boost Your Brand Being a guest on podcasts is one of the most powerful ways to share your story and expertise. Learn why podcasting beats other mediums for building deep connections with your audience. Shaahin shares his top strategies for getting booked on shows and making the most of every appearance. Learn more abou…
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AI Meets Coaching: Revolutionizing Leadership Development | Marshall Goldsmith Group Founder, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
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In this insightful interview, world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith shares his wisdom on how to be a better client and maximize the benefits of coaching. Discover the key traits that make for successful coaching engagements and learn how to take responsibility for your own growth and development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …
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The Three Self Model: A Guide to Better Conversations with Justin Jones-Fosu (MDE592)
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In this 592nd episode of the Minter Dialogue podcast, I sit down with Justin Jones-Fosu, founder and CEO of Work Meaningful, to explore the intersection of meaningful work and inclusion. Justin shares his journey as a global citizen, husband, and father, and discusses his latest book, "I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in…
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Creating content that converts with Steven Schneider from TrioSEO
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I am happy to have Steven Schneider, the CEO of TrioSEO. TrioSEO helps six, and eight-figure businesses scale organic traffic and profits by turning boring blogs into organic traffic titans. In this episode, Steven Schneider, CEO of TriSEO, shares his journey from finance to building a successful SEO career. Steven discusses scaling organic traffic…
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From $3,000 to $150M: Building a Home Services Empire | Author & Speaker, Brian Gottlieb
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Brian Gottlieb shares his journey from a $3,000 startup to a $150 million home services empire. Discover how he built high-performance teams, transformed leadership approaches, and leveraged culture to scale his business. Learn actionable strategies for consistent success in any market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Transforming Education: From $70M to $2.5B | Kaplan Inc. Chief Communications Officer, Melissa Mack
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Discover how Melissa Mack helped transform Kaplan from a $70 million test prep company to a $2.5 billion global education leader. Learn about Kaplan's innovative approach to AI in education and its expansion into 27 countries, offering diverse learning solutions for today's rapidly changing world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…
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Building Billion-Dollar AI Tech: Insights from a Seasoned Investor | Section 32 CEO & Managing Partner, Andrew Harrison
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Join Andy Harrison, a pioneer in computational biology, as he delves into the remarkable ways AI is revolutionizing drug discovery. Learn how tools like AlphaFold are accelerating the development of life-saving medicines by predicting protein structures with unprecedented accuracy. Discover the immense potential of AI in streamlining the pharmaceut…
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Maria Garrido CMO of Deezer: Insights on Leadership, Music, and Purpose (MDE591)
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Maria Garrido, a dynamic individual who juggles multiple roles with grace and enthusiasm. Maria describes herself as a "hyperactive queenager," a term she embraces as she navigates her life as a mother of three, a multilingual Paris resident, and the Chief Marketing Officer of Deezer. We delved …
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From White House to Silicon Valley: Navigating Leadership | Airbnb Global Head of Policy, Jay Carney
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Discover how Jay Carney transitioned from the White House to Silicon Valley, bringing his expertise in communication and policy to shape the future of travel with Airbnb. In this episode, Carney discusses the importance of design thinking, integrity in leadership, and the power of reinvention in today's fast-paced world. Learn more about your ad ch…
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Trends in Gaming and Social Platforms with Elias Can of Grishin Robotics
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I am thrilled to have Elias Can, a principal at Grishin Robotics. Grishin Robotics is a Silicon Valley-based VC fund focused on investing in early-stage companies in broader consumer categories. In this episode, Elias Can, Principal at Grishin Robotics, shares his journey from public equity to venture capital and his role in investing in early-stag…
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Cracking the Viral Code: 60 Billion Views and Counting | Hook Point Managing Partner, Brendan Kane
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In this episode, Jess Larson interviews viral marketing expert Brendan Kane about his new book "The Guide to Going Viral". Discover the proven strategies and frameworks Brendan has used to help his clients generate over 60 billion views, 100 million followers, and $1 billion in revenue. Learn how any business in any industry can leverage the power …
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Growing a $80M Company to $850M: Lessons in Data Integrity | Precisely CEO, Josh Rogers
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Josh Rogers, CEO of Precisely, shares invaluable lessons from his time at IBM that have contributed to his success in growing the company from $80 million to $850 million in revenue. Learn about the importance of product knowledge, transparency, and clarity in sales pursuits, as well as the role of stamina and optimism in achieving long-term succes…
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From Travel Advisor to World Cup CEO | FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee CEO, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo
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Lisa Lutoff-Perlo shares her incredible journey from travel advisor to CEO of Celebrity Cruises and now leading the FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee. Discover how she navigated industry-changing decisions, led through the COVID-19 crisis, and continues to break barriers in male-dominated industries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…
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While AI investing continues to reach new highs, we have been contrarian. Given how non-consensus we are, I wanted to share our thoughts and perspective. In this episode, I cover: The general state of venture. The explosion in AI investing. The varying fortunes of AI startups. FJ Labs’ perspective on AI. FJ Labs’ AI investments. The episode was hig…
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Navigating Feedback: Sara Bartlett on Giving and Receiving (MDE590)
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Minter Dialogue with Sara Ismail-Beigi Bartlett In this episode, I sit down with Sara Ismail-Beigi Bartlett, a dynamic HR consultant and executive coach based in Cleveland. We explore her unexpected journey from aspiring mechanical engineer to a leader in organisational behaviour and change management. Sara shares insights into the challenges and o…
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Alexandra Vidyuk from Beyond Earth on Investing in the Space Tech Industry
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I am excited to have Alexandra Vidyuk, the space tech Venture Partner at Aloniq, founder of Space Ambition, a world-class space technology research centre that collaborates with space agencies, investors, start-ups and co-founded a space tech venture builder and an investment syndicate named Beyond Earth In this episode, Alexandra Vidyuk, venture p…
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The Power of Music: Stanley Jordan's Journey and Discoveries (MDE589)
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Join me as I sit down with the legendary guitarist Stanley Jordan in this captivating episode. We reminisce about our first meeting and the unforgettable moment when Stanley played my favourite song, "Angel." Stanley shares his unique perspective on music as an applied philosophy, a way of understanding the world that transcends mere entertainment.…
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Unlocking Telegram’s Gaming Potential with Daniil Shcherbakov from TonTon Games
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I am thrilled to have Daniil Shcherbakov, CEO of TonTon Games, a Telegram gaming publisher welcomed into Binance Labs' incubation program. Daniil holds a MBA from Cambridge Business School In this episode, Daniil Shcherbakov, co-founder and CEO of TonTon Games, shares his journey from studying computer science to launching TonTon Games within Teleg…
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From Boardroom Battles to Breakthroughs: Michael Brown's Journey (MDE588)
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In this latest episode, I had a wide ranging discussion with Michael Brown, author of "I Don't Agree", a book that explores navigating disagreements and fostering mutual respect. Brown shares his personal journey, highlighting a tumultuous period in his career involving a power struggle with business partners, which inspired his book. Two key point…
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Arjun Pillai from Docket on Building Startups, Navigating Acquisitions, and the Future of AI in Sales
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I am excited to have Arjun Pillai Cofounder & CEO of Docket, an AI Platform that serves as a Virtual Sales Engineer for AEs to close complex B2B deals. He is a serial entrepreneur with two successful exits and is currently on his 3rd venture. Arjun was most recently the Chief Data Officer at ZoomInfo Technologies Inc. In this episode, Arjun Pillai,…
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Unlocking Global Talent: The Secret to a People-First Culture | Experian Chief People Officer, Jacky Simmonds
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Jacky Simmonds, Experian's Chief People Officer, reveals the secrets behind managing a 22,000-strong global workforce. Learn how trust, continuous learning, and embracing technology are reshaping HR practices and fostering a culture of innovation at one of the world's leading information services companies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…
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Let's Talk AI and Automation for Content Makers -- A Deep Dive Into AI Tools for Authors (MDE557)
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In this episode of the Minter Dialogue podcast, I explore the possibilities of delegating the hosting to AI, in the form of Google's NotebookLM. In the ensuing interview that is artificially constructed by two voices, there are two interviews with quite different editorial approaches to exploring my book, "Heartificial Empathy, 2nd edition". The fi…
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Guy Rubin from Ebsta on AI, Benchmarking, and Building Relationships in B2B Sales
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I am thrilled to have Guy Rubin, the founder and CEO of Ebsta, the Revenue Intelligence Platform for Salesforce and Hubspot customers. Ebsta delivers real-time forecasting tools and uses engagement trends to benchmark live pipeline against previously closed won deals. In this episode Guy Rubin, founder and CEO of Ebsta, a revenue intelligence platf…
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The Heart of Africa: Vincent Kouwenhoven's Love for the Continent (MDE586)
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This episode is with Vincent Kouwenhoven, a Dutch entrepreneur who transformed a hobby into the largest safari operation in Zambia and Malawi. Vincent shares his journey from a corporate career in telecoms and venture capital to pioneering fintech solutions in Africa. He discusses his passion for the continent, sparked by a gap year adventure, and …
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Scaling Startups and Cybersecurity with Reinout Vander, Partner at TIN Capital
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I am happy to have Reinout Vander Meulen, a partner at TIN Capital. He was a co-founder at Type22, an airport baggage handling innovator MSc in Aerospace Engineering. In this episode, Reinout Vander, Partner at TIN Capital shares his journey from co-founding Type 22, a baggage handling innovator, to transitioning into venture capital. He discusses …
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Building Tomorrow: Fabrice Grinda's Journey in Tech and AI (MDE585)
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In this engaging episode, I welcome back Fabrice Grinda, a seasoned tech entrepreneur and investor. Fabrice shares his journey from his early days in France to building tech companies and investing in over 1100 startups through FJ Labs. We delve into his unique approach to life, challenging societal norms and embracing authenticity. Fabrice discuss…
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Building real relationships with peers with Natalia Cebotari from Osmos
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I am thrilled to have Natalia Cebotari, the co-founder of Osmos building the first networking platform for entrepreneurs and professionals that saves time and finds relevant people in less than a minute. In this episode, Natalia Cebotari, founder of Osmos, talks about the networking platform designed to save time and connect professionals quickly. …
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Why Gen Z Holds the Key to Hollywood's Future
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In this episode, we explore the growing influence of Gen Z on the film industry and why their engagement is crucial for a movie's success. Discover how studios are adapting their marketing strategies to appeal to this tech-savvy, social media-driven generation and what it means for the future of Hollywood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…
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How He Built a Global Events Empire | TBA Group CEO, Guy Horner
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How did TBA Group become a global leader in the world of live events? In this episode, Guy Horner, the driving force behind the company's success, shares the story of TBA Group's journey from a small startup to a multinational powerhouse. From the early days of building relationships to the strategic decisions that fueled the company's growth, get …
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