Best Aakash Shah Podcasts (2024)

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Ignite Startups: Transforming the Future of Allergy Treatment with Aakash Shah of Wyndly | Ep89 48:38

1d ago48:38

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Aakash Shah, the founder and CEO of Wyndly, a Y Combinator (YC) 2021 startup specializing in lifelong allergy treatment through exposure therapy. Aakash introduces Wyndly, explaining its mission to fix allergies permanently by building tolerance to allergens such as pollen, cats, and d…

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Navigating Cybersecurity with Simon Wijckmans of Cside 44:21

2h ago44:21

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I am thrilled to have Simon Wijckmans, CEO of c/side, a cybersecurity company with tools for monitoring, optimizing, and securing vulnerable browser-side third-party scripts. In this episode Simon Wijckmans, CEO of cside.dev shares his journey from homeschooling in Belgium to working at Microsoft and Cloudflare before founding cside.dev. He discuss…

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Ignite Startups: Revolutionizing Debt Collection with AI with Sean O’Brien of CollectWise | Ep92 33:17

3h ago33:17

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell interviews Sean O’Brien, the founder and CEO of CollectWise, an innovative company that utilizes large language models (LLMs) to automate debt collection. Sean shares his journey from running a digital agency to founding CollectWise after experiencing the challenges of debt collection firsthand thro…

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Ignite VC: How Caroline Winnett Transformed UC Berkeley’s Startup Accelerator | Ep91 49:59

1h ago49:59

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a lively and insightful conversation with Caroline Winnett, the Executive Director of Berkeley Skydeck, UC Berkeley's flagship startup accelerator. The discussion begins with Caroline sharing her unique career journey, starting from her early days as a professional concert violinist …

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How Team8 collaborates with founders to build in enterprise tech with Roy Heldshtein 41:07

5h ago41:07

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I am excited to have Roy Heldshtein, a Managing Partner at Team8, a venture group with a remarkable track record of nearly $2 billion in exits and over $1 billion in assets under management (AUM). Roy holds an MBA with a focus on Strategy and Finance from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business In this episode, Roy Heldshtei…

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Ignite Startups: How Crema is Revolutionizing Freelance Payments with Christian Jacobsen | Ep90 46:46

2h ago46:46

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Christian Jacobsen, the co-founder and CEO of Crema, an all-in-one software platform designed for freelancers to manage payments, collections, and financial products. Christian shares his journey from Norway to the University of San Francisco, where he was inspired by entrepreneurial…

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How to be a great Chief of Staff with Julia Safrati 42:44

4d ago42:44

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I am thrilled to have Julia Sarfrati, Chief of Staff at Shipup. Shipup helps online retailers around the globe to deliver consistent and proactive communication that delights customers at every stage beyond purchase, from delivery to returns. In this episode, Julia Safrati, Chief of Staff at Shipup discusses her journey from studying international …

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Ignite Startups: Revolutionizing Front-End Development with Royal Jain of CodeParrot | Ep88 43:59

17d ago43:59

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Royal Jain, co-founder and CEO of CodeParrot, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Royal shares his journey from being a computer science student at IIT Bombay to founding CodeParrot. His career path includes various internships and jobs in Japan and at Xerox Research, where he realized …

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Ignite Talent: Navigating Offshore Talent for Early-Stage Startups with Roger Einstoss | Ep87 37:18

8d ago37:18

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Roger Einstoss, the founder and CEO of Brainly. Roger shares his journey from growing up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to founding Brainly, a company dedicated to connecting Latin American talent with American businesses. He emphasizes the advantages of working with Latin American teams,…

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How is Toma transforming auto dealerships with Monik Pamecha 45:11

11d ago45:11

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Today I am excited to have Monik Pamecha who is one of the co-founders of Toma, helping auto dealerships automate phone calls with AI. Toma offers AI agents that can autonomously handle phone calls, provide a natural voice experience, design call flows, integrate with existing software, and perform tasks on and off calls. In this episode Monik Pame…

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Ignite Leadership: Enhancing Leadership Skills in the Startup World with Kenneth Berger | Ep86 39:45

14d ago39:45

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Kenneth Berger, a 20-year veteran in the tech industry, first Product Manager at Slack, and current executive coach. Kenneth shares his journey from the highs of startup success to the lows of being fired by a co-founder. This range of experiences led him to a pivotal moment of self-…

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How Leor Catalan from David Shield transformed Insurance with Innovation 41:29

1M ago41:29

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I am excited to have Leor Catalan who is the CEO of Corporate Ventures at DavidShield - PassportCard Group. He attended The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. In this episode, Leor Catalan, CEO of David Shield Passport Card Group shares his journey from management consulting to leading innovations in the travel insurance sector. He discusses how David…

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Ignite VC: Navigating Market Cycles and Liquidity Strategies in Venture Capital with Ken Sawyer | Ep85 56:32

21d ago56:32

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Ken Sawyer, the founder and managing director of Saints Capital, to discuss the intricacies and opportunities within the world of venture capital and secondary investments. Ken provides a brief overview of his extensive experience in the venture capital sector, sharing his unique persp…

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How Aakash Shah from Wyndly is helping fix allergies from home 47:02

27d ago47:02

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In this episode, Aakash Shah, founder of Wyndly discusses his entrepreneurial journey, influenced by his immigrant father, and his own struggles with allergies that inspired him. He talks about the challenges of allergy care in the US and UK and how Wyndly uses AI and telehealth to improve patient experiences. Aakash shares insights on revenue mode…

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Ignite Startups: Creating Impactful AI Healthcare Solutions with Susan Conover of Piction Health | Ep84 38:41

27d ago38:41

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Susan Conover, the co-founder and CEO of Piction Health, an AI-powered virtual dermatology practice. Susan shares her journey from being a mechanical engineer to a healthcare entrepreneur driven by her personal battle with melanoma. Piction Health aims to provide accessible and effic…

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Ignite Startups: Unlocking Low-Interest Loans With Ashutosh Purohit of Yenmo | Ep83 40:45

1M ago40:45

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell sits down with Ashutosh Purohit, the CEO and founder of Yenmo. Ashutosh introduces Yenmo, a company based in India that offers loans against mutual funds and securities. He explains how Yenmo provides low-interest loans by holding mutual funds or stocks as collateral, reducing the interes…

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Simon Holland from Vance on Entrepreneurship, AI, and Scaling SMB Solutions 41:28

1M ago41:28

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In this episode, Simon Holland, founder of Vance, a back-office service for startups and SMBs shares his entrepreneurial journey from his diverse upbringing in Peru, Australia, and Spain to founding his first business, Papercloud. He discusses differences in the tech ecosystems of Australia, London, and the US, and explains Vance’s focus on SMBs an…

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Ignite Startups: Marcel Tan on Transforming Bug Fixes with AI-Powered Solutions | Ep82 41:13

1M ago41:13

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In this episode of Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Marcel Tan, co-founder and CEO of Tusk. Marcel shares his journey from growing up in Singapore and China to serving in the Singapore military and eventually moving to the United States for college at UC Berkeley. His diverse background and experiences played a significant role in shaping…

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Mila Khrapchenko from Ameetee on Navigating B2B investing 41:25

1M ago41:25

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In this episode, Mila Khrapchenko, co-founder and co-CEO of Ameetee shares her journey from public market investments to startups, discussing her 18-year career at Alpha Bank. She provides insights on investing in derivatives and highlights her focus areas like Edtech and Fintech. Mila explains the creation of Ameetee, aimed at facilitating late-st…

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Ignite VC: Overcoming Fundraising Challenges in a Competitive Market with Imran Sheikh | Ep81 52:52

1M ago52:52

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell returns from a month-long vacation, excited to dive back into discussions with his first guest post-vacation, Imran Sheikh. Imran, a longtime collaborator with Team Ignite and an experienced product designer, shares insights from his journey in the tech industry, starting from his early days in…

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Future of Robotics and AI with Arshad Hisham 48:04

2M ago48:04

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In this episode, Arshad Hisham, founder of inGen Dynamics shares his insights on his MBA journey, building executive teams, and the importance of investor-friendly funding. He discusses the mission to enhance human life through AI, automation, and robotics, and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and much more. Timestamps Starting in Startups…

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Ignite VC: Marc Ladin on Navigating Big Tech, Startups, and Democratizing Innovation | Ep80 44:05

2M ago44:05

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews his friend Marc Ladin, a partner at Project Voice Capital Partners. The conversation kicks off with Marc sharing his unique journey from a marketing professional to a venture capitalist, highlighting his early exposure to technology through his father's entrepreneurial ventures…

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How to use AI to boost sales with Thomas Ryan from Bigly Sales 48:54

2M ago48:54

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Thomas Ryan is the CEO and founder of Bigly Sales, a startup transforming the sales landscape. Bigly sales have helped others boost marketing and sales with AI-powered solutions. In this episode, Thomas Ryan, CEO of Bigley Sales shares the potential for automation in sales processes. He discusses the limitations of traditional sales methods and the…

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Ignite VC: Democratizing Venture Capital & Deep Tech Investing with Matt Caspari | Ep79 44:20

2M ago44:20

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell hosts Matt Caspari, Managing artner at Alumni Ventures, for an insightful conversation on venture capital, deep tech investments, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. Caspari shares his journey from a biochemistry student to a leading figure in the venture capital space, highlighting his …

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Ignite AI: Exploring the Edge of AI with Google Veteran Dr. Matt Welsh | Ep77 45:31

2M ago45:31

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Dr. Matt Welsh, an AI pioneer with a storied career spanning from Google to Apple, and currently leading his own stealth startup, joined host Brian for a deep dive into the evolving world of AI, particularly focusing on large language models. Dr. Welsh shared insights from his extensive experience, starting wi…

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Bruce Ballengee on how B Corp Certification can benefit your business 57:18

2M ago57:18

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Bruce Ballengee is a Founder and Director at Pariveda. Pariveda is a consulting firm dedicated to solving complex business, brand, and technology problems from the inside out. In this episode, Bruce Ballengee, founder and director of Pariveda Solutions, discusses his transition from working at major consulting firms to starting his own company, inf…

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Ignite VC: Rethinking Venture Capital Ethics and Impact with Brian McMahon of Expert Dojo | Ep76 42:29

2M ago42:29

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell engages with Brian Mac Mahon, founder of the Expert Dojo, a premier startup accelerator based in Southern California. The conversation kicks off with Mac Mahon detailing his accidental journey into venture capital, emphasizing his passion for growth and innovation over mere financial gain…

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Ignite Startups: Rethinking Recruitment Technology for Efficiency with Julian D'Angelo | Ep75 56:42

2M ago56:42

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Julian D'Angelo, founder of Talin, a Team Ignite portfolio company. Julian shares his transition from growth marketing to the tech sphere, particularly in staffing and recruiting technology. His extensive experience in early-stage, venture-backed companies allowed him to carve a niche …

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Exploring Sustainable and Personalized Travel Experiences with Olga Bortnikova 41:17

2M ago41:17

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In this episode, Olga Bortnikova, founder of startups YouTravel and Tripsider discusses her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of starting a travel company, and the importance of personalizing travel experiences. She also talks about acquiring customers, raising funding, and the effectiveness of marketing channels like SEO. Olga highlights the…

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Ignite VC: Exploring Contrarian Investment Strategies and Growing Startups with Steve Walsh | Ep74 50:56

2M ago50:56

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Steve Walsh, a partner at Hands on Angel and a seasoned investor. Walsh introduces himself as a contrarian investor who aids early-stage founders in accelerating capital, revenue, and growth. His background as an operator turned investor enriches his approach, as he brings deep insights int…

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Ignite VC: The Future of VC with AI and the Democratization of Investing with Fred Campbell | Ep73 1:05:58

2M ago1:05:58

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Fred Campbell, a seasoned entrepreneur and managing partner of Track, a venture capital firm leveraging technology and collective intelligence in the investment process. The discussion kicks off with Campbell's unique perspective as a founder first and an investor second, highlig…

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How to live with Derek Sivers 1:00:39

3M ago1:00:39

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In this podcast episode, Derek Sivers, talks about his unique approach to life, discussing his book curation process, travel experiences, and his accidental journey into entrepreneurship with CD Baby. Derek shares his philosophy on money, emphasizing intellectual pursuits over financial gain, and offers advice on customer engagement through persona…

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Ignite Startups: Scaling New Heights in AI-Driven Marketing with Rubaiyat Farhan | Ep72 42:00

3M ago42:00

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In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell delves into an engaging conversation with Rubaiyat Farhan, the co-founder and COO of Markopolo. Rubaiyat shares his journey from an entrepreneurial student to the helm of a burgeoning startup in the competitive marketing technology landscape. He discusses his early experiences with his fi…

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Eugene Malobrodsky from One Way Ventures on backing immigrant founders 46:03

3M ago46:03

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In this podcast episode, Eugene Malobrodsky, Managing Partner at One Way Ventures, shares his journey from Lithuania to the U.S. and his evolution from founder to venture capitalist. He also covers the strategies for investing in early-stage companies and the challenges that new venture capital managers face. Eugene shares insights on the role of l…

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Ignite VC: The Evolution of Hawaii's Tech Industry with Chenoa Farnsworth of Blue Startups | Ep71 53:32

3M ago53:32

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Chenoa Farnsworth, the managing partner of Blue Startups Hawaii. The conversation kicks off with a warm exchange about their mutual connections to Hawaii, setting a friendly tone for the discussion. Chenoa, a seasoned player in the Hawaiian tech scene, delves into her extensive experie…

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Ignite VC: The Benefits of Revenue-Based Financing for Startups Explained by Vince Hsieh | Ep70 50:47

3M ago50:47

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Vince Hsieh, a partner at Cypress Growth Capital, to discuss his extensive journey in entrepreneurship, startups, and venture capital. Vince shares his background, starting from his early career in management consulting with firms like Arthur Anderson and Alvarez and Marsal, where he f…

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Creating fintech and consumer category leaders with Vikram Chachra from 8i Ventures 44:23

3M ago44:23

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In this podcast episode, Vikram Chachra, founding partner of 8i Ventures, delves into the nuances of venture investing in India. He shares his entrepreneurial background and his transition to venture capital, highlighting the cultural and generational shifts shaping the investment landscape. Vikram underscores the importance of understanding consum…

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Ignite Startups: The Future of Mental Health with Chris Aeberli of Sonia, The AI Therapist | Ep69 50:28

3M ago50:28

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Chris Aeberli, co-founder of the innovative AI-driven mental health app, Sonia. Originally from Switzerland, Chris shares his journey from a math-loving child to studying computer science at ETH and eventually MIT, where he met his co-founders. The conversation delves into his intrigui…

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Ignite Startups: Ignacio Viau on Finding Product-Market Fit and Scaling Hokali | Ep68 51:57

3M ago51:57

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell interviews Ignacio Viau, co-founder and CEO of Hokali, a startup based in San Francisco. Ignacio, originally from Argentina, shares his journey from moving to the US nine years ago to falling in love with the entrepreneurial spirit of San Francisco. He recounts how Hokali started as a B2C sport…

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Ignite VC: How AI Innovations Are Reshaping Product Management and Venture Capital with Nataraj Sindam | Ep67 47:10

3M ago47:10

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell welcomes Nataraj Sindham, a product manager at Microsoft and host of the Startup Project. The conversation kicks off with Nataraj sharing his journey from a small town in South India to becoming a software engineer at Epic Systems in the U.S. He discusses the transition to Microsoft, highlighting hi…

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Mohamad Khachab on building a leading consumer food brand to a $200 Million Sale 48:04

3M ago48:04

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In this podcast episode, Mohammed Khachab, Senior Vice President at BNP Group. his entrepreneurial journey from Lebanon to the thriving startup scene in Dubai. He shares the story of building and selling a company for $200 million, sharing the importance of assembling a complementary team and focusing on distribution before marketing. Mohammed also…

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Ignite Startups: Startup Lessons in Intuition and Core Competencies from Dave Hersh | Ep66 49:39

3M ago49:39

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Dave Hersh, an entrepreneur, investor, advisor, and author, who shares insights from his varied career and his new book, "Reignition." The conversation starts with Dave recounting his experience as CEO of Jive Software, a company he co-founded on September 11, 2001. Despite the challen…

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Ignite Startups: Building the Ultimate Podcast Automation Platform with Edward Brawer | Ep65 50:28

4M ago50:28

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Edward Brawer, CEO of PodcastAI, a company that aims to revolutionize the podcast industry by automating the entire podcast production process. Edward shares his journey from experimenting with AI tools to creating viral parody episodes, which led to the inception of PodcastAI. The dis…

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Ignite Startups: Transforming Startups into Unicorns with Roland Siebelink | Ep64 42:00

4M ago42:00

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In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a fascinating conversation with Roland Siebelink, a seasoned entrepreneur known for his role in scaling tech startups to unicorn status. Roland shares his journey through various high-growth tech companies, revealing the common patterns he observed in scaling teams from ten to a thou…

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John Li on building Vimcal, world's fastest calendar for remote teams 41:26

3M ago41:26

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In this episode, John Li, CEO of Vimcal discusses his transition from Twitter to entrepreneurship, detailing the evolution of his startup from AR technology to a fitness venture, and ultimately to a specialized calendar app. He emphasizes the critical role of executive assistants in product development, the necessity of user feedback, and the integ…

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Ignite Startups: Exploring the Future of Data Analytics with Edge Delta’s Founder, Ozan Unlu | Ep63 47:29

4M ago47:29

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Ozan Unlu, founder and CEO of Edge Delta, a company specializing in the observability space. Unlu shares his extensive experience in technology, highlighting his early career at Microsoft and subsequent shift to Sumo Logic before founding his own company. The conversation delves into t…

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Ignite VC: How Collaborative Investments Are Shaping the Future of Finance with Andrew Romans | Ep62 51:40

4M ago51:40

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Andrew Romans, a seasoned venture capitalist, author, and educator. Romans, founder and managing partner at 7BC Ventures, delves into his extensive background in venture capital, emphasizing his evolution from a founder to an investor. He shares insights from his early days of securing…

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Kyle Forster from RunWhen on How Product and Commercial Teams Can Collaborate in Tech Companies 46:49

4M ago46:49

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In this podcast episode, Kyle Forster, CEO of RunWhen, shares his journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to becoming a leader in product management. He discusses the nuances of product management across different customer segments, offering advice on collaboration between product and commercial teams. Kyle also explores leadership roles, the tra…

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Ignite Startups: Melis Dural on Redefining Community Engagement in the Hybrid World with Ekos | Ep61 46:17

4M ago46:17

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In the episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Melis Dural, founder and CEO of Ekos.ai, to discuss her journey and the evolution of her community engagement platform designed for hybrid community building. The episode begins with introductions and a brief background of Dural's early experiences in the U.S. and the challenges she fac…

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Ignite Startups: Kanad Bahalkar’s Revolutionary Approach to Video Marketing with Potion | Ep60 50:43

4M ago50:43

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In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Kanad Bahalkar, founder of Potion and former engineer at Google and Endurance. The episode kicks off with Brian expressing his appreciation for the intimate and focused conversations enabled by the podcast format, which he compares to a form of meditation. Kanad echoes the sentiment, n…

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