Podcast Venture In The South terbaik (2024)

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E124: The 757 Angels 25:57

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Send us a Text Message. E124: 757 Angels are based in Hampton Rhodes, VA and host a truely robust startup ecosystem. They offer a progressive support program for founders with a Startup Studio supporting pre-seed startups, progressing to the 757 Accelerate Program supporting growing startups and the 757 Angels who have raised over $100M of Angel In…

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E123: The Southern US Investment Thesis 28:40

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Send us a Text Message. E123: The Southern US is a distinct geographic market for Startups and Startup Investors with specific strengths and weaknesses. David and Paul discuss the general thesis of startup investing and then dig into the specific thesis for investing in Southern Startups. We review the southern startup ecosystem, capital formation,…

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E122: The Florida Opportunity Fund Identifies and invests in early growth stage companies 22:45

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Send us a Text Message. E122: Economic Development is at full throttle with the Florida Opportunity Fund (FOF). They are focused on Seed and Series A tech startups with ~$150M+ deployed to date. FOF is currently pursuing four specific efforts: The FLORIDA VENTURE CAPITAL PROGRAM (FLVCP), founded in 2011, invests in emerging Florida companies in sec…

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E121: Liquidation Preferences and Vesting are your Ticket to Ride 35:54

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Send us a Text Message. E121: Fundraising terms are critical to successful startup growth and to successful exits for Founders and Investors. Arguably the most important term for Founders may be the Vesting terms that determine their take at exit. For Investors, it's the Liquidation Preference that determines their position in the line to get money…

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E120: VentureAtlanta 2024 28:52

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Send us a Text Message. E120: VentureAtlanta is one of the largest and most reputable venture conferences in the US, with over 1,500 annual attendees, 450 funds, and $17B in successful exits. It is a starting point for deal flow for Startup Investors of all stripes: Angels, VCs, private equity and large cap acquirers. David interviews Allyson Eman,…

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E119: HR for Startups 33:55

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Send us a Text Message. E119: Startups at various stages struggle with HR. Some use a professional such as a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), an Administrative Services Organization (ASO) or a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company. Others do everything "in house". Paul interviews Gia Wiggins, a seasoned HR professional who is Founder …

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E118: The Central Texas Angel Network in Austin 38:24

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Send us a Text Message. E118: The Central Texas Angel Network in Austin has been a focus for Angels there since 2006. Gary Forni is the new Chair of CTAN and brings his own perspective and some innovation to the group. We discuss CTAN's deal flow, their approach to diligence, their industry agnostic approach and their impressive investment results.…

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E117: Wripple is Marketing’s On-Demand Talent Platform 43:14

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Send us a Text Message. E117: David interviews Shannon Denton, Co-founder and CEO of Wripple, which is a two-sided marketplace that helps brands build a modern marketing team, hiring by role or hiring by project. A proven talent supply is screened and curated as individuals and as teams while agencies and enterprise brands can shop the marketplace …

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E116 Non-Competes, Unrealized Capital Gains Tax & The TiKTok Ban 33:06

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Send us a Text Message. E116: Non-competes and TikTok are banned, maybe capital gains too. The FTC flexed its muscle this week by imposing a federal ban on employee non-compete agreements, with some exceptions. Congress flexed its muscle too, with legislation banning TikTok. We discuss those events and how they could affect the Startup Ecosystem. W…

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E115: The uMed Story of Innovation 39:04

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Send us a Text Message. E115: uMed was a marketplace platform for self-insured employers to shop for healthcare services that David started with his son Dan in late 2019. When the COVID-19 pandemic brought business to a halt, they pivoted to a COVID-19 testing business to solve the overwhelming demand problem for timely and convenient testing. Comp…

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E114: ICONIC Grows 42:01

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Send us a Text Message. E114: ICONIC is a digital platform at the intersection of Art and the Digital Economy. Founded eight years ago, Iconic is a global pioneer in expanding the reach of cultural institutions and the arts. It partners with museums, digital artists, and brands to produce incredible digital and physical art for cultural collectors …

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E113: Why That Startup Investment Exit Wasn't So Great 33:10

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Send us a Text Message. E113: Maybe you had a Startup Investment Exit, or know someone who did, that wasn't as lucrative as you expected. The target return may have been 10X or greater but after the dust settled your proceeds were more like 1.2X. You generally can attribute that outcome to the known risks of Early Stage Startup Investing, but somet…

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E112: Luminelle Update on Their Breakout Revenue Growth 28:09

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Send us a Text Message. E112: Luminelle is a surging FemTech startup that was recognized by VentureSouth for >100% YoY revenue growth, albeit from a modest base. 2023 was a breakout year for luminelle because they completed all FDA medical device regulatory requirements, achieved third-party payor acceptance, and gained provider acceptance as the n…

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E111: Legislating for Startup Investing 27:22

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Send us a Text Message. E111: The Expanding Access to Capital Act of 2023 (HB2799) is a proposed bill tha recently passed the US House of Representative. It would substantially change how startup investing works in the US. It would change the basic definition of an accredited investor, change how both small and large startup funds operate, and lowe…

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E110: Gradient Health Update 28:00

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Send us a Text Message. E110: Gradient Health has had a blow out year consistent with the AI economy at large. As a data provider for AI training and validation for foundational models in medical imaging, they have enjoyed explosive growth with >100% YoY revenue growth for 2023 and forecasting even greater revenue growth for 2024. David previously …

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E109: Sharpen update 27:40

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Send us a Text Message. E109: Sharpen is a digital therapeutic and training tool for the best ideas in mental health. Its a social-ecological model approach to mental health literacy where all tiers of individuals are trained with age-appropriate, de-stigmatized content. They use peer-focused documentary film-based trainings created in collaboratio…

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E108: The Angel Next Door 24:51

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Send us a Text Message. E108: Angel Investors are everywhere but only represent about 7.5% of all accredited investors. Given that diversified early stage startup fund results equal or exceed many other capital investment strategies (Public Equities, Bonds, Private Equity, & Real Estate) with a >20% 10 year average IRR, why aren't more accredited i…

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E107: GaBBY Bows Proves You're Never Too Young To Innovate 21:08

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Send us a Text Message. E107: Hey parents, it turns out you're never too young to innovate! Mother and daughter team Rozalynn and Gabby Goodwin set a new standard for innovation when Gabby pushed her mom to help her solve a common hair care problem with GaBBY Bows when she was just 7 years old. Over the last 10 years, the team has developed multipl…

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E106: Queen City Angels, the Angel Capital Association, and the Angel Ecosystem 39:46

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Send us a Text Message. E106: The Angel Investor Ecosystem has grown from modest beginnings to a robust national ecosystem thanks to Angel Groups such as Queen City Angels in Cincinnati and the Angel Capital Association. David and Matt Dunbar interview Tony Shipley, the Chairman and Co-founder of Queen City Angels (QCA) in Cincinnati and the Chair …

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E105: Laying Brick at Brick Yard 36:37

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Send us a Text Message. Startups and Venture investing seems to have come to a crossroads in 2024, with many venture funds and founders that have much in common but maybe not so much when it comes to innovation. The Brick Yard is innovating Southern Venture with an In-Residence Seed Stage Fund focused on a select group of founders, supporting them …

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E104b Bonus: Special Opportunity #1 for 2024 14:42

5M ago14:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this bonus segment we discuss an special opportunity for investing in a company into which we have previously invested in their Seed round. Now we are investing in their just announced Series A. We can't name the company on the pod due to SEC 506c rules which limit public promotion to Accredited Investors, but we can disc…

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E104: How Startup Ecosystems Think About Exits 46:38

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Send us a Text Message. Entrepreneurship Ecosystems are critical to the success of startups. As the startup ethos has spread beyond Silicon Valley, more communities are seeing the economic and social value of supporting and promoting local entrepreneurship ecosystems. Paul interviews Eric Weissmann, director of NEXT, and Bryan Davis, director of Th…

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E103: Portfolio Results for 2023 33:02

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Send us a Text Message. In 2023, Early Stage Venture Portfolios experienced a downturn following the robust years of '21 and '22. Media outlets suggest an average decline of around 15% for startup funds in 2023 (though the methodology behind this calculation remains unclear). David and Paul delve into the nuances of reporting results, focusing on E…

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E102b Bonus: Upstate Upstarts 9:51

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Send us a Text Message. E102b Bonus: The Upstate Upstarts List is a new effort to promote innovation and business creation in the seven-county Upstate region of South Carolina. The list aims to highlight the early stage companies doing great things in the region. Paul discusses the effort with Charlie Banks (in his role as Executive Director of Ven…

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E102: Cap Tables & Carta 39:09

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Send us a Text Message. Carta faced a challenging week as it grappled with customer backlash over utilizing private customer data for a secondary market in private company equity. David interviews Paul Clark to discuss Carta's impact, while our Cap Tables expert, Matt Dunbar, shares insights on how the recent controversy could influence founders, i…

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E101: The 100th Pod Anniversary review 22:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, David and Paul explore some highlights of the first 100 podcasts, covering various topics: VitS podcast statistics Key listener locations Standout shows Insights gained from 100 podcasts Reflections on podcasting Understanding our audience Guest experiences Anticipated developments in 2024 Enhancing the inve…

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E100: The 2024 Florida Venture Capital Conference 30:32

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Send us a Text Message. Venture Events unite founders, operators, and investors, fostering networking opportunities, service connections, and facilitating fundraising efforts. The 40th annual Florida Venture Capital Conference (FVCC) is scheduled to take place from January 31 to February 1, 2024, in Miami. The event will showcase 60 growth-phase co…

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E99: Startup Boards of Directors 46:14

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Send us a Text Message. David presents upcoming pods, followed by a discussion with Paul on Startup Boards of Directors. The conversation delves into recent Board of Directors drama at OpenAI, exploring the OAI structure and potential improvements. They cover: What is a startup board? Why do startups have boards? Typical board structure and roles. …

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E98: The State of Southern Venture in 2023 1:05:14

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Send us a Text Message. 2023 has proven to be more challenging than rewarding for Venture, marked by a series of disappointments amidst its noteworthy events. This show critically examines and discusses the implications of key occurrences in 2023 that will shape Venture's trajectory into 2024. I am joined by three distinguished experts in the field…

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E97: APPROVE Growth Update 27:34

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Send us a Text Message. Host David Grisell conducted his initial interview with Robert Preville, CEO of APPROVE, in August 2022 (E28), during which Preville introduced his groundbreaking equipment financing marketplace, then known as Kwipped. In the past year, the company underwent a rebranding, adopting the name APPROVE, reflective of their leadin…

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E96: The Story of Yuva Bio 35:18

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Send us a Text Message. Anti-aging cosmeceuticals represent a competitive yet expansive market. When a new product emerges backed by compelling scientific evidence, it captures attention. Greg Schmergel, CEO of Yuva Bio, shares the narrative of entering the longevity market with a natural product demonstrating efficacy in enhancing cellular mitocho…

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E95: The Michelin Innovation Lab 24:35

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Send us a Text Message. Innovation is a challenging endeavor, and this challenge is amplified within the corporate setting. Recognizing this, many corporations have established dedicated venture arms to infuse innovation into their organizations. Another approach involves creating specialized innovation entities within corporations, providing a spa…

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E94: About Fraud in Venture 29:08

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Send us a Text Message. Fraud may not be prevalent in the venture landscape, but when it does happen it stands out for its audacity, impact, and, at times, surprisingly evident warning signs. In this episode, David and Paul guide listeners through recent instances of fraud in the venture sector and offer insights on how to identify potential scheme…

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E93: HealthyCell Growth update for 2023 24:29

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Send us a Text Message. HealthyCell originated from a strategic pivot. When faced with the company's downturn, Doug successfully advocated for assuming the role of CEO and redirected the company's focus toward its emerging nutritional supplements business. HealthyCell has distinguished itself by developing a proprietary oral gel formulation validat…

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E92: Rainforest wins the Early Stage at VentureAtlanta 2023 41:08

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Send us a Text Message. Today's episode marks the third and final installment of interviews with the triumphant winners at VentureAtlanta 2023. Rainforest emerged victorious in the Early Stage pitch competition by addressing a significant gap in the Embedded Payments space. Founder and CEO Joshua Silver sheds light on the practical challenges faced…

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E91: Tips & Tricks for Startup Investors 39:48

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Send us a Text Message. Startup investing is a potentially rewarding venture, but, as with all things in life, it requires a combination of time, money, and sound judgment. In today's episode, the focus is on the crucial element of judgment. David takes a deep dive into his 'Cheat Sheet' for startup investing, shedding light on nuanced issues and o…

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E90: Enrichly wins the Seed Stage at VentureAtlanta 2023 44:20

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Send us a Text Message. Enrichly emerged victorious in the Seed Stage pitch competition at VentureAtlanta 2023, securing a substantial $500k investment award. The company is dedicated to addressing the pervasive issue of low self-esteem among youth, a challenge linked to poor educational outcomes, social conflicts, and crime. In an engaging intervi…

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E89: Cloud Range Wins VentureAtlata 2023 in the Growth Category 34:14

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Send us a Text Message. Cloud Range tackles the prevalent issue of limited real-world exposure to cyber attacks for cybersecurity teams. In a recent interview, Debbie Gordon, the CEO and founder of Cloud Range, introduces their state-of-the-art cybersecurity attack training platform, establishing itself as a global leader in cyber range training. D…

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E88: Understanding SAFEs and Why Angel Investors Try to Avoid Them 35:28

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Send us a Text Message. SAFE, an acronym for Simple Agreement for Future Equity, represents a widely adopted investment instrument, with the current industry-standard forms available on the YCombinator website. In this insightful interview, David engages in a discussion with Matt Dunbar, a Managing Director at VentureSouth and an expert on SAFEs. T…

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E87: Trio Labs - Medical Innovation with Micro-Precision Metal Components 28:43

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Send us a Text Message. Additive manufacturing is not a novel concept, but Trio Lab's groundbreaking micro-scale metal additive manufacturing technology has established a new benchmark for precision, speed, cost-effectiveness, and quality, specifically catering to parts less than 1/14th the diameter of a penny. The Resin Infused Powder Lithography …

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E86: Sharpen - Digital Therapeutics for Mental Health 33:14

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Send us a Text Message. Digital Therapeutics are software-based medical solutions engineered to prevent, manage, or treat various medical disorders or diseases. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, and machine learning, these platforms provide personalized treatment and support to patients. CEO Robyn Hussa…

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E85: ATDC: Startup Incubator & Accelerator Extraordinaire 32:12

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Send us a Text Message. ATDC is one of the original startup incubators and accelerators in the US. Founded in Atlanta, GA 40 years ago it is supported by the State of Georgia and hosted by Georgia Tech. ATDC Director John Avery walks us through the history and strategic vision of ATDC as Georgia’s technology business incubator, assisting entreprene…

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E84: TendoNova recruits the NFLPA 35:54

10M ago35:54

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Send us a Text Message. When TendoNova inventors and co-founders at Georgia Tech and Emory solved a big tendon problem in sports medicine, the NFL Players Association decided to invest. That was the starting point for launching the Ocelot Nano, an innovative medical device for treating tendenopathy, a chronic non-healing tendon injury. A minimally …

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E83: Altis Biosystems Innovates Predictive Drug Testing on the Human Intestine 32:13

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Send us a Text Message. Existing predictive models for drug behavior in the human intestine have been hit or miss, leading to unpredicted failure of drug development at the cost of billions. Altis Biosystems has developed a proprietary intestinal model with human stem cells that dramatically improves the predictive capability of drug effects and to…

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E82: Nirvana Sciences Innovates on Flow Cytometry 27:49

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Send us a Text Message. Nirvana Sciences has innovated traditional flow cytometry, a longstanding cellular diagnostic tool, in a unique and powerful way to dramatically increase the efficiency and utility of this tool for a wide range of diagnostic problems. Through development of proprietary bright narrowband fluorescent markers (or dyes), NS has …

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E81: The Central Texas Angel Network 33:48

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Send us a Text Message. As an epicenter for innovative startups, the Central Texas Angel Network is the largest angel network in all of Texas. CTAN Chairwoman Laurie Cercone gives us a tour of CTAN detailing their modus operandi, geographic reach, and deal flow process. Now expanding beyond Texas and offering virtual memberships to capitalize their…

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E80: Modern Ritual: A Tele-Dermatology Solution for Primary Care Providers 26:37

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Send us a Text Message. Modern Ritual is developing an innovative approach to teledermatology, connecting primary care providers to dermatologists to review high quality images of suspicious skin lesions. CEO and Co-founder Elianna Goldstein explains that MR is focused on 2 innovations in providing a simple and easy process for expert dermatology o…

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E79: All About Tech Coast Angels 37:05

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Send us a Text Message. Tech Coast Angels has been a major catalyst in helping build the startup ecosystem in Southern California. With more than 425 members and three angel funds, TCA has the wherewithal and financial ability to fund and help start-ups at the seed, bridge and early A-round. They seek great startups and entrepreneurs in the US and …

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E78: The Story of Proaxion and Hardware as a Service (HaaS) 26:05

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Send us a Text Message. Proaxion is transforming the industrial workplace at the intersection of technology and teamwork with IOT sensing solutions for rotating manufacturing equipment to maximize industrial uptime. CEO Eric Murray explains Proaxion's innovative predictive maintenance strategy. ProAxion is transitioning to a 'Hardware as a Service'…

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E77: 6AM City is the New Local Media 30:16

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Send us a Text Message. 6AM City has pioneered the hyperlocal media market growing from 1 to 26 markets since 2017 with 60-80% YoY revenue growth. COO and co-founder Ryan Heafy explains their focus on hyperlocal news ex-politics, crime and punishment that has notched them ~1.8MM subscribers with an open rate of >40% in 2023. They target ~85% local …

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