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Explore " accelerators" with insightful episodes like "Digital Entrepreneur Naren Balakrishnan Talks about Grant Thornton LLP", "The Power of Unapologetic Leadership: Netta Jenkins' Story", "Episode 151 | "Broke Boy Era..."", "The VC Architects (Ep. 10) - Genevieve LeMarchal (Suncoast Ventures)" and "Robotic Innovation – MassRobotics Accelerator Director Marita McGinn" from podcasts like ""Invest In Yourself: The Digital Entrepreneur Podcast", "More Than A Title Podcast", "This Might Not Go Well", "The VC Architects" and "The VentureFuel Visionaries"" and more!
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The Power of Unapologetic Leadership: Netta Jenkins' Story
Episode 151 | "Broke Boy Era..."
Join us for Episode 151 as we discuss the most recent events and news, including the beginning of Black History Month, Valentine's Day, the unveiling of Kobe Bryant's new statue, Drake's nude leaks that have shocked the internet, the 2024 Grammy Winners, Monique's interview on Club Shay Shay, Latto versus Ice Spice, Trey Songz versus Jacquees, our prediction for Super Bowl LVIII, and the NBA trade deadline. Plus more!
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In this week's Toxic Service Announcements, we are joined by Big Money V (@Vonnie.Jayy) as we discuss Gayle King's $4000 debate, a viral video of a woman claiming to be dating a broke man, and Shaq's controversial comments on why men shouldn't open up to women. But that's not all - we also have a thrilling "choose one" segment where you'll have to decide whether you'd rather have every film you watch end early or every song you listen to have a DJ talking over it. Don't miss out on this must-see episode!
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The VC Architects (Ep. 10) - Genevieve LeMarchal (Suncoast Ventures)
Genevieve LeMarchal, co-founder and managing partner of Suncoast Ventures, joins Vlad Cazacu, co-founder and CEO of Flowlie, to discuss her journey from management consultant turned sales trainer to startup acceleration, healthcare tech, and VC fund manager. We discuss her passion for assisting entrepreneurs, her confrontation with imposter syndrome, and the origins of Suncoast Ventures. The conversation touches upon Genevieve's significant relationship-building efforts within her ventures and the importance of providing differentiated value to founders.
00:01 Introduction and Welcome
01:21 The Journey to Venture Capital
05:29 Learning from Failures
07:51 The Challenges of Fundraising
08:43 Transitioning to the Investor Side
14:42 The Genesis of Suncoast Ventures
18:21 The First Steps in Venture Capital
22:46 The Journey to Launching Cohorts and Accelerators
24:13 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Embracing Opportunities
25:03 The Struggle with Self-Doubt and Building Confidence
27:35 The Role of VC Lab in the Journey
31:17 The Vision for Suncoast Ventures
36:44 The Inception of Suncoast Ventures
38:19 Building a Diverse Team and Ecosystem
39:41 The Value-Driven Approach to Investing
45:37 Gratitude and Reflections
46:49 Closing Remarks and Future Prospects
You can find Genevieve LeMarchal on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevievelemarchal/ and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/genlemarchal and learn more about Suncoast Ventures at https://www.suncoastvc.com/.
Learn more about Flowlie and how the platform can help you screen deals faster and discover the right connections from your network at https://www.flowlie.com.
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Robotic Innovation – MassRobotics Accelerator Director Marita McGinn
Revolutionizing Startup Support: Insights into Angel Investing and Entrepreneurial Empowerment
Are women entrepreneurs facing obstacles in paying themselves fairly, which might be impacting their businesses in more ways than one? In the episode, Marcia explores this topic with guest Nicola Corzine, the CEO of Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and an experienced angel investor. Nicola shares her insights into entrepreneurs' challenges and how they impact their businesses. She also discusses the open deal source model she developed to provide fair access to startup founders and the focus of Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center on providing free resources and support for entrepreneurs, particularly in terms of gender and race equity in entrepreneurship.
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Accelerate to Success: Decoding Startup Accelerators with Michael Cardamone from Forum Ventures
In this episode you will learn:
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:37 Debate on Investing in YC Startups
04:43 The Role of Accelerators in Startup Success
06:34 Benefits of Joining an Accelerator
08:31 The Challenges of Being a Startup Founder
15:01 Choosing the Right Accelerator
18:12 What Accelerators Look for in Startups
22:46 Investment Deal Terms for Accelerators
25:26 Reasons a Startup Might Not Join an Accelerator
25:37 Understanding the Role and Value of Accelerators
26:25 The Business Model of Accelerators
27:37 The Importance of Providing an Excellent Founder Experience
29:15 The Challenges of Running an Accelerator
30:53 Exploring Different Models: Venture Studios and Incubators
38:05 The Evolution and Future of Accelerators
42:35 The Competitive Landscape for Accelerators
47:02 The Impact of Tech Advancements on Accelerator Models
50:25 Why Choose Forum VC for B2B SaaS Startups
About:
Michael Cardamone is the CEO and Managing Partner at Forum Ventures. Prior to Forum Ventures, Michael was one of the first 30 employees at Box in a BD role and then led partnerships at AcademixDirect. He is also an angel investor in a dozen companies, including in the seed round of Flexport.
Ep. 074 Celebrating National Entrepreneurship Month
[00:03:11] National Entrepreneurship Month.
[00:08:25] Global Entrepreneurship Week.
[00:10:37] Women entrepreneurship statistics.
[00:15:06] Supporting local founders and entrepreneurs.
[00:20:06] Face everything and rise.
Deepti Pahwa, Founding Partner at Stanford GSB LEAD Incubator & Startup Accelerator
ENCORE: Ep. 014 Robyn Farrell
In this podcast, this week's guest is Robyn Farrell, the founder of Resiliency Technologies and the Sharpen app. Robyn shares her journey as a serial founder and discusses the problem of mental health that she is addressing with her tech platform.
Robyn Farrell shares her inspiring journey as a founder in the field of mental health. She explains how she was motivated to address mental health issues after witnessing gaps in the healthcare system as a health educator. Robyn also highlights her background in the entertainment industry and how it has influenced her work in increasing engagement with mental health content. Robyn shares her entrepreneurial journey and discusses her focus on addressing mental health. She also talks about her background in the theater industry and how it has shaped her approach to business and collaboration.
## ### Alessandro Marianatoni, Director at M Accelerator
Alessandro Marianatoni, Director at M Accelerator
Luke Butler, Executive Director, Startup Engagement & Head of LIFT Labs Accelerator
Dominique Einhorn, Founder and CEO Uniqorn Incubator
Startup Accelerators and Incubators, are they worth it?
Today on FtFF James and Nyree catch up with Jess Jackson from Praetura Ventures on the role of Incubators and Accelerators in the start-up ecosystem, what people should expect and how to spot a good one. Stay Tuned!
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James Brookes can be found here:
James is Head of Projects, a role that starts with the first meeting with a potential client, through project inception and delivery phases with responsibility for agile processes and resourcing, and encompasses all aspects of the commercial relationship with a client.
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Twitter
Email: jamesb@thestartupfactory.tech
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Thestartupfactory.tech can be found here:
Building startup businesses and technology products. Our experience puts you in a unique position to accelerate startup growth and innovation, and mitigate the risk of startup failure.
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RESOURCES & LINKS:
►Our latest blogs: https://thestartupfactory.tech/journal
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Unlocking Success: Driving Client Acquisition and Nurturing for Financial Advisors with Shalicia Harris from In Charge
Are you ready to unlock success in your financial advisory career? In this episode, we delve deep into the world of client acquisition and nurturing with two extraordinary guests: Riley Moynes from The Forge Incubator and Shalicia Harris from In Charge.
Together, we explore the profound significance of relatable stories in addressing personal needs and experiences. Shalicia's groundbreaking product, In Charge, is revolutionizing the financial advisory industry, and we uncover the journey that led to its creation. Embracing autonomy and fulfillment within the startup realm, we also discuss the transition from entrepreneurship to a stable role, and the remarkable impact In Charge is having on the next generation of financial advisors.
Join us as we uncover how Shalicia's personal journey birthed a platform that empowers individuals in their financial literacy. Plus, we delve into the invaluable benefits of seeking mentorship through the Startup Genome Project, providing a higher chance of success for aspiring entrepreneurs. Lastly, we tackle the challenges faced by financial advisors in the insurance industry and highlight the influential power of positive customer feedback and referrals in driving success for groundbreaking products.
About Riley Moynes | (99+) Riley Moynes, MBA | LinkedIn
Riley joins The Forge from the Innovation Factory, where he was a Client Services Manager. Riley is a filmmaker turned design/business strategist originally from Regina, Saskatchewan. Riley has an entrepreneurial background having owned and operated a film and video production company for 8+ years while living in Saskatchewan.
Prior to starting his MBA in Design Strategy at the California College of the Arts, Riley started a Saskatchewan-based, solar energy company. Riley is incredibly excited to offer support to fledgling startups in the Hamilton business ecosystem and to utilize his design thinking skills in the process.
About Shalicia Harris | (99+) Shalicia Harris | LinkedIn
Shalicia is the Founder of In Charge & TEDx Speaker with a corporate background in innovation, marketing and project management. She is a problem solver who turned her own lack of financial literacy and poor financial services experience into a revolutionary start-up company In Charge. Now she is revolutionizing the financial services industry with her comprehensive framework called the 5 Key Pillars of Personal Finances. These key pillars empower individuals by putting them in charge and while providing them faster and better financial solutions through an easily accessible app. Shalicia’s goal is to modernize financial services while building trust, transparency, and knowledge for people with personalized financial literacy.
About In Charge | In Charge | Home (beincharge.io)
In Charge is modernizing the prospect journey for advisors with a collaborative and value driven approach that empowers prospects with financial literacy and insights to help advisors identify gaps and opportunities for people faster. With our platform HeyKyra, we build trust, create transparency and enables people to make better financial decisions.
Want to Connect or Learn More?
- Websites:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/in-charge-inc/
Want to Support In Charge?
Users can build their own personalized financial literacy with our FREE financial Snapshot for listers. Its only takes 3-5 minutes! Note this will not go directly to a financial advisor but users will be contacted if they would like to be matched with one.
https://beincharge.io/heykyra?r=LIJHTSNS
Looking to Incubate Your Own Startup?
The Forge is currently recruiting a new business incubator cohort that will start in September. If you are an innovative, scalable startup with a full-time founder and a prototype, we would love for you to apply! The application deadline is July 31, 2023. Click here to apply.
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Unlocking Success: Driving Client Acquisition and Nurturing for Financial Advisors with Shalicia Harris from In Charge
Are you ready to unlock success in your financial advisory career? In this episode, we delve deep into the world of client acquisition and nurturing with two extraordinary guests: Riley Moynes from The Forge Incubator and Shalicia Harris from In Charge.
Together, we explore the profound significance of relatable stories in addressing personal needs and experiences. Shalicia's groundbreaking product, In Charge, is revolutionizing the financial advisory industry, and we uncover the journey that led to its creation. Embracing autonomy and fulfillment within the startup realm, we also discuss the transition from entrepreneurship to a stable role, and the remarkable impact In Charge is having on the next generation of financial advisors.
Join us as we uncover how Shalicia's personal journey birthed a platform that empowers individuals in their financial literacy. Plus, we delve into the invaluable benefits of seeking mentorship through the Startup Genome Project, providing a higher chance of success for aspiring entrepreneurs. Lastly, we tackle the challenges faced by financial advisors in the insurance industry and highlight the influential power of positive customer feedback and referrals in driving success for groundbreaking products.
About Riley Moynes | (99+) Riley Moynes, MBA | LinkedIn
Riley joins The Forge from the Innovation Factory, where he was a Client Services Manager. Riley is a filmmaker turned design/business strategist originally from Regina, Saskatchewan. Riley has an entrepreneurial background having owned and operated a film and video production company for 8+ years while living in Saskatchewan.
Prior to starting his MBA in Design Strategy at the California College of the Arts, Riley started a Saskatchewan-based, solar energy company. Riley is incredibly excited to offer support to fledgling startups in the Hamilton business ecosystem and to utilize his design thinking skills in the process.
About Shalicia Harris | (99+) Shalicia Harris | LinkedIn
Shalicia is the Founder of In Charge & TEDx Speaker with a corporate background in innovation, marketing and project management. She is a problem solver who turned her own lack of financial literacy and poor financial services experience into a revolutionary start-up company In Charge. Now she is revolutionizing the financial services industry with her comprehensive framework called the 5 Key Pillars of Personal Finances. These key pillars empower individuals by putting them in charge and while providing them faster and better financial solutions through an easily accessible app. Shalicia’s goal is to modernize financial services while building trust, transparency, and knowledge for people with personalized financial literacy.
About In Charge | In Charge | Home (beincharge.io)
In Charge is modernizing the prospect journey for advisors with a collaborative and value driven approach that empowers prospects with financial literacy and insights to help advisors identify gaps and opportunities for people faster. With our platform HeyKyra, we build trust, create transparency and enables people to make better financial decisions.
Want to Connect or Learn More?
- Websites:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/in-charge-inc/
Want to Support In Charge?
Users can build their own personalized financial literacy with our FREE financial Snapshot for listers. Its only takes 3-5 minutes! Note this will not go directly to a financial advisor but users will be contacted if they would like to be matched with one.
https://beincharge.io/heykyra?r=LIJHTSNS
Looking to Incubate Your Own Startup?
The Forge is currently recruiting a new business incubator cohort that will start in September. If you are an innovative, scalable startup with a full-time founder and a prototype, we would love for you to apply! The application deadline is July 31, 2023. Click here to apply.
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Are you looking for a better way to network and nurture your connections?
-> Visit Wave to create your free digital business card: https://wavecnct.com/
Accelerating Web3 & the Metaverse | Jamie Burke, CEO & Founder, Outlier Ventures
Getting it Wrong in conversation with Ana Serrano, President and Vice-Chancellor of OCAD University
Writing and Recording Your Created Future + A Handbook For Life & Business with Entrepreneur, Musician & Explorer Will Sacks
Will Sacks: Creator, entrepreneur and artist based in Nashville, TN USA. Will is the Founder and CEO of Fulcrum Venture Accelerator. A fundraising accelerator for mission-driven entrepreneurs. Their mission is to help human potential flourish by assisting high-potential entrepreneurs close seed funding.
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Get your copy of Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life
Connect with Marc >>> Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter
Drop a review and let me know what resonates with you about the show!
Thanks as always for listening and have the best day yet!
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Behind the Human is proudly recorded in a Canadian made Loop Phone Booth
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Special props 👇
Producer & Editor - John Balderston
Music: Clouds - Joakim Karud
Episode 10: Mentorship + opportunity = How we keep advanced energy startups in Tennessee
The Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council has four commitments to our members. In this episode, we’re focusing on one: Foster the growth of Tennessee's advanced energy startups. TAEBC doesn’t just want advanced energy startups to launch in the state, we want them to grow, thrive and stay here.
Today, we’re speaking with Harvey Abouelata, Vice President of Commercial Solar at Solar Alliance, and Dr. Bianca Bailey, CEO of Agriwater. In the episode, host Cortney Piper talks with Abouelata and Dr. Bailey about the importance of mentorship, programs that support early-stage companies, and how solar power and wastewater treatment systems go together like peanut butter and jelly – more on that analogy in our episode. And listen all the way to the end of the episode to hear a special clip of Dr. Bailey playing the saxophone.
Solar Alliance is a TAEBC member. Abouelata is an Entrepreneur-in-Residence in TAEBC’s Energy Mentor Network program, run in partnership with Launch Tennessee. Agriwater is in Cohort Six of the Innovation Crossroads program at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a two-year program for fellows focusing on energy and advanced manufacturing technologies.
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