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Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship: Unlocking the Power of Community with Sharmadean Reid
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Sharmadean Reid MBE, Founder and CEO of The Stack World, discusses her journey from launching WAH Nails to creating a platform that powers women's networks and communities. She shares insights on achieving gender equity through community building, the importance of innovation, and …
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Unlocking the Power of Diversity: Building Strong Relationships with Amanda Jenkins
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Amanda Jenkins, Chief Impact Officer at 10x Banking, where she leads the 10x Impact Agenda focused on people, community, and the planet. Amanda shares her journey from the Lloyd's insurance market to senior roles in New York law firms and her passion for tackling inequality. The ep…
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The Science in Entrepreneurship: Using Scientific Approach for Better Outcomes with Dr. Mahsa Vazin
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Dr. Mahsa Vazin, founder of PawCo, a plant-based dog food company with a mission of making the world a greener place, one meal at a time. Dr. Vazin, with a PhD in nanoscience and experience at Impossible Foods, shares her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing innovation, sustainabil…
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Riding the Wave of Innovation: Unlocking Your Potential with Dax Hansen
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Dax Hansen, a partner at Perkins Coie, a leading international law firm, emphasizes the significance of having a clear vision, the necessity of mentorship, and the critical role of networking and relationship building in achieving business success. The episode concludes with Dax em…
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The Power of Passion in Building a Business: Unlocking Growth Opportunities with Sekou Kaalund
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Sekou Kaalund, Executive Vice President and Head of Branch and Small Business banking for US Bank, where he oversees the organization’s 2,200+ branches across 26 states. emphasizes the significance of having a clear vision, the necessity of mentorship, and the critical role of netw…
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Turning Ideas into Impactful Ventures: Taking Risks and Finding Success with Seth Godin
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Seth Godin, a renowned entrepreneur and bestselling author. Seth shares his journey from early ventures, like selling ice cream sandwiches, to becoming a marketing guru. He discusses the difference between actual and perceived risk, the importance of genuine value, and the power of…
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Navigating the World of Venture Capital: Breaking Barriers and Achieving Success with Check Warner
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Check Warner, an early stage VC and one of the founding partners of Ada Ventures. Check shares her journey from her early jobs in telesales and advertising to her pivotal switch to venture capital. She discusses the importance of taking risks, the value of sales skills and the sign…
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Secrets to Successful Startup Fundraising: Turning Ideas into Impact with Stephen Bediako
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Stephen Bediako is a social entrepreneur, innovator, impact investor and design expert. They talk about Stephen's journey from selling household goods door-to-door in East London at 13 to starting the Social Innovation Partnership. He emphasizes the importance of education, family support, and the shift in social impact measurement towards integrat…
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Banking on Innovation: Anne Boden's Trailblazing Journey & Tips for Female Founders
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Anne Boden, founder and former CEO of Starling Bank. Boden shares her journey as an entrepreneur and offers insights and advice for early-stage entrepreneurs. She discusses her first job at Lloyd's Bank, the importance of perseverance and taking risks, and the challenges she faced …
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Earning, Learning, and Self-Care: Lisa Jacobs on Navigating Entrepreneurial Ups and Downs
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Nic interviews Lisa Jacobs, the CEO of Funding Circle. Lisa discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and offers insights into the world of small business lending. She shares her experiences of earning her first money through odd jobs and building websites, and how those early experiences shaped her interest in small businesses. She also talks about…
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From Lemons to Leadership: Clif Marriott's Journey to the Top of Tech and Entrepreneurship
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Nic interviews Clif Marriott, Marriott, co-head of the TMT group at Goldman Sachs International and a Board Member at Sky's the Limit. Clif shares his experiences and insights on entrepreneurship and building successful teams. He also discusses his early entrepreneurial ventures, such as selling lemons and working as a paperboy, and how these exper…
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Knowing What's NOT Important Can Change Your Life with Raena Saddler
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In this podcast episode, Nic interviews Raena Saddler, the director of Product for Youth Wellbeing and Equity at Meta (formerly Facebook), where she leads teams to focus on making Meta's products more equitable and inclusive and supporting teams to create a positive, safe and an age appropriate experience online. Prior to this role, she was VP of p…
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From Pet Store to Global Pro: Michael Sharff's Blueprint for Career Mastery & Connection
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Nic Cary interviews Michael Sharff, the global head of Communications at PA Consulting. They discuss Michael's journey from working in a pet store to his current role in global communications. Michael shares his experiences and offers advice for young adults and entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the importance of taking risks, being open to new opportun…
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Mastering the Art of the Sale: Gabriele Barbera's Journey from Teen Entrepreneur to Sales Leader
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Gabriele Barbera, head of Global Sales for Hewlett-Packard (HP). Gabriele shares his journey from starting his own business as a teenager to working for Accenture and eventually joining HP. He emphasizes the importance of sales skills and mentality, highlighting the need to underst…
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Crypto Clarity & Startup Secrets: The Journey from E-Commerce to AI Innovation with Mohammed Junaid
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In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Mohamed Junaid, "Jay", co-founder of Supersight, a company that uses large language models to analyze crypto and finance data. Jay shares his journey as an entrepreneur, starting with his first venture in e-commerce and his experience working at JP Morgan and Deloitte. He emphasize…
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Why Taking Risks Is Necessary for Entrepreneurial Success With Jeff Lynn
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Jeff Lynn is the Co-founder and Chairman of Seedrs, a company that connects investors with growth-focused European startups. He began his entrepreneurial journey with Seedrs 15 years ago and, prior to that, had a career as a corporate lawyer. Jeff is also the Co-founder of Startup Coalition, a nonprofit that pushes for policies that support UK tech…
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How To Mitigate Capability Constraints With Juanita Gonzalez-Uribe
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Juanita Gonzalez-Uribe is an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), a world-leading university dedicated to educating students in the social sciences. Juanita’s research focuses on entrepreneurship, innovation, and private equity. Her literature has been published in academic journals, including The Revie…
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Importance of User Research for Brand Success With Michelle Parsons
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Michelle Parsons is a Product Executive in Residence at Product School, the global leader in product training with a growing community of 2 million product professionals. Michelle has leveraged her 15 years in the industry to develop product management certification programs to help product creators achieve their career goals. As a product leader k…
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How To Correct the Venture Capitalist Diversity Problem With Seth Levine
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Seth Levine is the Co-founder of Foundry Group, a venture capitalist agency focused on making early-stage technology investments, participating in select growth rounds, and identifying and supporting the next generation of venture fund managers. Seth is an active participant in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem, serving as a board member and adv…
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How To Develop the Heart, Mind, and Spirit of an Entrepreneur With Paul Solli
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Paul Solli is the Co-founder and former Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer of Aperio Group, an investment management firm customizing wealth portfolios based on market exposure, taxes, personal values (ESG), factors, and risk. While at Aperio, his team managed over 30 billion dollars in assets. He began his career as a CPA at Peat, Marwick, Mitch…
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Advancing Careers and Businesses With Google’s Jesse Haines
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Jesse Haines is the Managing Director of Growth at Google, the company's $1 billion initiative that has helped over 9 million Americans grow their skills, careers, and businesses. With over a decade of experience at Google, she has played a crucial role in shaping emerging products and platforms while championing social impact efforts. Before joini…
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Learning How To Take Risks and Invest in Your Business With Rick Wade
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Rick Wade is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances and Outreach for the US Chamber of Commerce. In this role, he is responsible for fostering diverse business partnerships through program development, providing counsel on policy issues, and serving as a strong advocate for American-owned businesses. Rick has devoted his career to improvi…
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Fundamental Truths of Entrepreneurism With Fabio Rosati
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Fabio Rosati is a Chairman at Snagajob, a platform designed to help people find hourly work suited to their skills, maximizing their potential. With an illustrious career that includes serving as the CEO of Elance and Upwork and a board member at Xometry, among others, Fabio continues to shape the employment landscape and bring innovative solutions…
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Building Careers on Unexpected Opportunities With Mary Mack
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Mary Mack is the former CEO of Consumer & Small Business Banking at Wells Fargo. Mary was named one of the top 50 most powerful women in business by Fortune Magazine for six consecutive years, and American Banker List ranked her among the most powerful women in banking. With 39 years of experience in the banking industry, she had the opportunity to…
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