Best Nalu Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 40: Rajesh Amin - From Data to Performance 20:34

7d ago20:34

20:34

Join us in this Nalu FM Finance podcast episode as we speak with Rajesh Amin, Founder of 2RSquared, on how to harness the overwhelming amount of growing data to create efficient and effective investment solutions. Learn how advanced front office systems enable smaller and medium-sized firms to compete. Discover how technology enables personalized i…

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Episode 39: Sean Adler - Exploring Quantitative Investment Strategies: From Smart Beta to AI Integration 20:25

2M ago20:25

20:25

Join us in this Nalu FM Finance podcast episode as we speak with Sean Adler, CEO of GZI, about the practical aspects of quantitative investment strategies and alternative financial data. In this episode, Sean demystifies smart beta, factor investing, and quantitative finance, explaining their real-world applications. He emphasizes the importance of…

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Episode 38: Andreas Loetscher - How can firms protect their reputation? 26:40

3M ago26:40

26:40

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In a captivating podcast episode, Stefan sits down with Andreas Loetscher, Managing Director of ABBL, a boutique consultancy specializing in reputation protection. Andreas shares intriguing insights from his extensive career in financial auditing and crisis management, including his time at major firms like Ernst & Youn…

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Episode 37: Bruce Traan - How is Technology Shaping the Evolution of Index-Linked Products? 17:36

4M ago17:36

17:36

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this in-depth podcast episode, Bruce Traan, Global Head of Indices at dxFeed, unpacks the intricacies of index management, emphasising the importance of creating tailored indices to meet specific investment strategies. He underscores the critical nature of data quality and the need for transparency in the processes i…

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Episode 36: Chris Corcino - Securing the Future of Private Markets 20:43

5M ago20:43

20:43

tDear Friends and Colleagues, I'm excited to share this podcast episode featuring Chris Corcino, the CEO behind AlphaNotes, with you. In this interview, Chris discusses the company's inception and its response to the evolving financial landscape post-2008 crisis, focusing on technology and private market shifts. Alpha Notes, a securitisation platfo…

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Episode 35: Rico Blaser - How are current trends in active management shaping the future of AMCs, and what should we consider when evaluating their potential? 17:22

6M ago17:22

17:22

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I hope you a great start to 2024! The latest Nalu FM Finance Podcast episode features Rico Blaser, CEO of vestr A.G., offering unique insights into investing, speculating, and betting. Rico challenges conventional wisdom with finesse, providing a thought-provoking perspective that will leave you contemplating your outlo…

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Episode 34: Daniel Knoblach - Super Global - Custom Indexes: A New Frontier in Investment Innovation 13:24

8M ago13:24

13:24

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this informative interview with Daniel Knoblach, we discussed how to develop, setup and implement custom indices. Traditional and custom indexes follow distinct methodologies for investment and rebalancing. However, the personalized nature of Custom Indexes sets them apart by tailoring methodologies to individual inv…

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Ed Perlmutter | former member of the U.S. House of Representatives 34:32

9M ago34:32

34:32

."From Cannabis to Banking: Ed Perlmutter's Journey and the Changing Landscape of Cannabis Laws" In this podcast episode, Ross O'Brien from Bonaventure Equity, interviews Ed Perlmutter, a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives and a leading figure in the cannabis reform and regulation space. Perlmutter discusses the long journey to refo…

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Episode 33: Jacob Ayres-Thomson & Hassan Salamony - How can AI leverage vast amounts of public data to empower investors? 24:20

9M ago24:20

24:20

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this insightful interview with Jacob Ayres-Thomson and Hassan Salamony, we discussed how Artificial Intelligence can leverage vast amounts of public data to empower investors. Jacob is the Founder and CEO of 3AI, a machine learning company dedicated to unlocking alpha in large data sets. Previously, he represented Pw…

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Megan Budd | CPA | Withum 35:20

10M ago35:20

35:20

"Navigating the Green Maze: Cannabis Accounting and Funding" Kyra Reed discusses the challenges women face when raising money in the cannabis industry. Megan Budd from Withum, a seasoned accountant with a focus on healthcare, nonprofits, and cannabis, shares her journey into the cannabis sector and highlights the unique accounting complexities in t…

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Diana Eberlein | Cannabis Beverage Association | Sorse Technology 39:38

10M ago39:38

39:38

"Pouring Potential: Unleashing the Magic of Cannabis Beverages" The President and chair of the Cannabis Beverage Association and VP of Marketing & Business Development Sorse Technology, Diana Eberlein, joins Kyra Reed to discuss the often overlooked category of cannabis beverages and her passion for changing that. She shares her personal journey of…

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Sara Gullickson | Cannabis Business Advisors 35:18

11M ago35:18

35:18

"Empowering Women in the Evolving Landscape of Cannabis Funding" In the fast-growing Arizona cannabis industry, Sara Gullickson, CEO of Cannabis Business Advisors, is a trailblazer for women. She joins Kyra Reed to shares insights on navigating the challenges of raising capital for women in the cannabis sector. Sara emphasizes the importance of sol…

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Michael McCormick | Venture Partner | BVE 42:24

11M ago42:24

42:24

"Exploring the Intersection of Intellectual Property and Emerging Bioactive Compounds in Cannabis and Psychedelics" Ross O'Brien from Bonaventure Equity, is joined by Mike McCormick, a chemist and expert in intellectual property (IP) within the cannabis and psychedelics industries. They discuss the significance of patents and how they grant exclusi…

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Steve Ham | Altmore Capital 31:27

12M ago31:27

31:27

"Unraveling the High-Flying Cannabis Industry's Trends, Challenges, and Success Stories" Ross O'Brien from Bonaventure Equity, welcomes listeners to another episode of the Cannabis Capital podcast and introduces his guest, Steve Ham, founder of Altmore Capital. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the cannabis industry, including the im…

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Jeremy Burke | Cultivated News 43:47

1y ago43:47

43:47

Unveiling the Cannabis Industry: Insights, Risks, and Regulation Ross O'Brien from Bonaventure Equity welcomes Jeremy Burke, a leading thinker and journalist in the cannabis industry. Jeremy discusses his new venture, Cultivated News, a B2B newsletter providing insights on the cannabis industry for professionals. They also delve into the public hea…

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Natasha Lannerd | Vangst 48:54

1y ago48:54

48:54

Revolutionizing Cannabis Careers: The Game-Changing Program Vangst, the largest recruiting platform in the industry has launched a program to support cannabis careers. Natasha Lannerd, the creator of the program, joins Kyra Reed to discuss her cannabis journey and the need for career advancement in the industry. The program, called Learn, offers tr…

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Episode 32: Pathmajan Rasan - SmartRiskAlpha 20:29

1y ago20:29

20:29

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Pathmajan Rasan, we discussed how the SmartRiskAlpha technology helps investors and investment managers to consistently achieve better performances. In this interview, we discuss: How to time exposure to Risk Premia. A way to combine quantitative models and discretionary management. Examples on ho…

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Lisa Hurwitz | Happi THC Seltzer 37:33

1y ago37:33

37:33

Building a Successful Cannabisa Beverage Brand and Challenges for Women in Cannabis Funding" Lisa Hurwitz, the President and Co-founder of Happi THC Seltzer, joins Kyra Reed to discuss her journey from traditional industries to the cannabis sector and the challenges she faced as a woman in the industry. She highlights the importance of women suppor…

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Shelly Tallabas | Vivid Integrated Solutions 44:48

1y ago44:48

44:48

The Role of a Chief Revenue Officer in Driving Profitability Shelly Tallabas, the CEO of Vivid Integrated Solutions, joins Kyra Reed to discuss her role as Chief Revenue Officer and the strategies she uses to drive profitability for companies, particularly in the cannabis industry. Shelly shares her background in the food and beverage sector and ho…

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Jana Stolins | Canna Source Pro & Pure Heart LLC 34:24

1y ago34:24

34:24

Exploring the Intersection of Heart and Profitability in the Cannabis Industry Jana Stolins, the founder of Pure Heart LLC and Canna Source Pro LLC, joins Kyra Reed to discuss the importance of leading with an open heart in the cannabis industry. She emphasizes the need for collaboration and responsible business practices while sharing her experien…

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Salwa Ibrahim | Cannabis Pioneer 43:16

1y ago43:16

43:16

"From Dropout to Cannabis Entrepreneur: Salwa Ibrahim's Journey in the Cannabis Industry" OG cannabis industry pioneer, Salwa Ibrahim, shares her journey from being a college dropout to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the cannabis industry. Her story showcases her resilience and commitment to the cannabis industry. She joins Kyra Reed to talk…

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Caitlyn Krebs | Nalu Bio 30:45

1y ago30:45

30:45

A Discussion on Science, Healthcare, and Fundraising Caitlin Krebs, the co-founder and CEO of Nalu Bio talks about her 20 years of experience in the healthcare and life science industry and her passion for building companies at the frontier of science and technology. She joins Kyra Reed to talk about her journey to the cannabis industry and how she…

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Episode 31: Volodymyr Gubskyi - Optimizing Structured Products 19:18

1y ago19:18

19:18

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Volodymyr Gubskyi, we discussed how to best approach the design of Structured Products and how tools can help in this process. Volodymyr Gubskyi, Co-Founder and CEO of IVM Markets, has 17 years of derivatives solutions and structured product experience. He was head of strategic solutions and deriv…

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Nike John | The Heritage Club 34:42

1y ago34:42

34:42

"Breaking Barriers: How Nike John Raised Funds for Her Cannabis Business" Nike John, the founder and CEO of The Heritage Club, a Boston-based cannabis dispensary and its nonprofit subsidiary joins Kyra Reed to shares her inspiring funding story. She talks about becoming the youngest dispensary owner in Boston and a role model for her community and …

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Alleh Lindquist | FloraWorks 49:05

1+ y ago49:05

49:05

Just because you're in a frontier market doesn't mean there aren't fundamentals. Alleh Lindquist the Co-Founder & CEO of FloraWorks Holding Inc a Global Supplier of Wholesale CBN Isolate and other hemp-derived minor cannabinoids joins Ross O'Brien the CEO of Bonaventure Equity. They discuss both general entrepreneurial challenges and those specific…

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Episode 30: Béatrice Guez - Machine Learning techniques to deliver accurate anticipations about financial 19:18

1+ y ago19:18

19:18

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Béatrice Guez, we discuss how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help financial professionals build resilient portfolio allocations and understand key market drivers in any market situation. Béatrice Guez, CEO of Ai For Alpha, has more than 20 years of experience in financial markets. She worked in …

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Woman Leading in Cannabis Returns 14:59

1+ y ago14:59

14:59

Kyra is back and ready to help women thrive in the cannabis industry. After a hiatus the Woman leading in cannabis podcast returns with new conversations with woman leaders in the industry, In this episode Kyra takes time to speak directly about what is new at Women Employed in Cannabis and how with the help from The Panther Group they are creating…

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Terry Gerbs | F3HR Consulting 19:09

1+ y ago19:09

19:09

Kyra Reed is joined in person at the MJBiz conference in las Vegas with Terry Gerbs founder of F3HR Consulting. As the Founder and CEO of F3HR Consulting, Terry partners with small to medium-sized businesses to navigate the complexities of employment laws. Terry is an expert in California employment law and has provided HR guidance to businesses on…

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Johanna Nuding | Casually Baked 18:33

1+ y ago18:33

18:33

What is a cannabis lifestyle guide? Women Leading in Cannabis returns with their first in person interview recorded at the MJBiz conference in Las Vegas. Host Kyra Reed talks with Johanna Nuding, Host of Casually Baked The Potcast. They talk about what it means to be a cannabis lifestyle guide and the struggle of not always being taken seriously as…

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Episode 29: Richard Waddington - Enhancing returns through data-driven decision-making 15:57

1+ y ago15:57

15:57

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Richard Waddington, we discussed how to enhance investment returns through data-driven decision-making. In 2013 Richard founded Sherpa Funds Technology, a Singapore based technology-enabled consultancy to fund managers, focusing on enhancing returns through data-driven decision making. At Sherpa, …

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Episode 28: Joe Elmlinger - Option based investment management 24:01

2y ago24:01

24:01

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Joe Elmlinger, we discussed how to use option strategies in your investment portfolio. In this interview, we discuss: How can option based investment strategies add value? How to use option based strategies in your investment process? How to maintain your desired risk profile? What can kill the pe…

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Episode 27: Benjamin Soh - Blockchain Infrastructure for Finance 15:22

2y ago15:22

15:22

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Benjamin Soh, we discussed how to use Distributed Leger Technology (DLT) for financial securities. In this interview, we discuss: Open-architecture bonds through DLT infrastructure What are the benefits of a tokenized bond ? How was the AML and KYC process? How were the Green Bond / ESG requiremen…

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Laura Eisman | Her Highness 44:48

2y ago44:48

44:48

Time to Feminize Cannabis There is a demand for luxury THC and CBD products that solve everyday problems but also fit a stylish lifestyle. Laura Eisman the Co-Founder of Her Highness, a female-first lifestyle cannabis brand built by women for women joins Kyra Reed. She explains how they help canna-curious women onramp by offering women-friendly for…

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Elizabeth May | Cannecht 14:16

2y ago14:16

14:16

A marketplace just for cannabis-focused businesses. Licensed cannabis cultivators, producers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers often struggle to find service providers with legitimate cannabis experience. Elizabeth May the CFO at Cannecht joins Kyra Reed to explain how their platform makes it simple for these businesses to "Connect" with …

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Krista Raymer | Vetrina Group 40:36

2y ago40:36

40:36

Advancing the movement that destigmatizes the consumption of Cannabis. Krista Raymer knows that being a part of the Cannabis industry, with a history of inequality and injustice, is an advantage afforded to us by many advocates and activists that have come before us. As the co-founder of Vetrina Group she is committed to helping to elevate and dest…

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Episode 26: Joost Burgerhout & Harry Benchimol on Structured Product Innovation 15:52

2y ago15:52

15:52

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Joost Burgerhout and Harry Benchimol, we discussed how the Marex FP cross-asset structured product team innovates. In this interview, we discuss: What kind of Structured Products are possible on Crypto? Risk Management of Crypto products? Bitcoin Cash & Carry trade. Partnership with Coinbase. Tren…

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Episode 25: Joe Vittoria - Regulatory Surveillance Technology 17:47

2y ago17:47

17:47

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this educational and entertaining interview with Joe Vittoria, we discussed how regulatory surveillance works and how it can be used efficiently. In this interview, we discuss: How does efficient surveillance work? How to make sense of all the data points? What to look for? How can Artificial Intelligence help? and m…

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Anna-Sophia Kouparanis | Bloomwell Group 33:00

2+ y ago33:00

33:00

Germany's first women founded medical cannabis licensed wholesaler. Anna-Sophia Kouparanis the Co-Founder of German cannabis holding company, Bloomwell Group, has rapidly grown her company to almost 200 employees and has led it to record-breaking revenues. She joins Kyra Reed to talk about being one of the few top-level female executives who have t…

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Sabrina Fendrick | Essentia Endeavors 44:59

2+ y ago44:59

44:59

Moving our nation towards a values-based economy. We are living in a time where purpose and politics are becoming just as important to a business's profitability as a label and a price point. Sabrina Fendrick the CEO of Essentia Endeavors joins Kyra Reed about working with cannabis companies to identify, integrate and amplify their corporate purpos…

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Christina de Giovanni | Emerald Magazine 40:35

2+ y ago40:35

40:35

War on drug victim fights back with her pen. Christina de Giovanni knows first-hand the impact the misuse of drug laws can have on families. Fortunately, she's was able to overcome her trauma by redirecting it by creating Emerald Magazine to give a voice to the cannabis industry. Christina speaks to Kyra Reed about the magazine's growth and its com…

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Olivia Alexander | Kush Queen 43:23

2+ y ago43:23

43:23

Doing something more powerful than marketing a product As an inclusive tastemaker, an advocate, and a proud contributor to the cannabis industry, Olivia Alexander openly talks about the challenges of being a woman in cannabis, running a business in an emerging market, and family life. She joins Kyra Reed to talk about running her multi-million doll…

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Episode 24: Adrian Marcu - How to invest in Decentralized Finance? 19:23

2+ y ago19:23

19:23

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In my interview with Adrian Marcu, we discussed investing in Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and how to evaluate such opportunities. Decentralized finance offers financial instruments without relying on intermediaries such as brokerages, exchanges, or banks by using smart contracts on a blockchain. In this interview, we di…

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Veronique Lee & Susan Trapp | CandaScent Labs / Terpedia 41:19

2+ y ago41:19

41:19

Empowerment through the therapeutic benefits of nature through your olfactory system Veronique Lee the founder and CEO of CandaScent Labs and Susan Trapp the Chief Scientist at Terpedia, Chief Scientific Officer (for CSL), and Senior Research Scientist at Ric Scalzo Institute of Botanical Research joins Kyra Reed to discuss how aromas can improve y…

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Episode 23: Victor Gomez - The Future of Indexing 20:42

2+ y ago20:42

20:42

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with Victor Hugo Gomez, we discussed how indexing, historically seen as boring, has become a dynamic and innovative investment solution. In this interview, we discuss: Trends in the indexing industry Challenges when designing an index The difference between an Index and Basket calculation EU Benchmark …

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Jessica Gonzalez | Hiller PC 30:54

2+ y ago30:54

30:54

New Jersey was the first tri-state domino to fall As outside General Counsel for the national organization Minorities for Medical Marijuana Inc., Jess Gonzalez Esq. from Hiller PC is at the forefront of cannabis legislation. She joins Kyra Reed to talk about helping her organization and clients navigate the ever changing cannabis landscape. She exp…

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Nidhi Lucky Handa | Leune 36:55

2+ y ago36:55

36:55

'Getting high’ only begins to tell the story of what the plant truly represents As a woman of color, Nidhi Lucky Handa the Founder and CEO of LEUNE has dedicated her career to building a cannabis brand that will not only disrupt the dispensary shelf, but also raise the industry standards for workplace culture, representation, and social equity. Her…

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Episode 22: George Cotsikis - Investing in Crypto 20:07

2+ y ago20:07

20:07

Dear Friends and Colleagues, In this interview with George Cotsikis, I asked all of the questions I always wanted to ask about Crypto and related topics such as blockchain, and mining. In this interview we discuss: Why should you care about Crypto currencies? What are the advantages of Crypto currencies over money created by central banks? What are…

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Ola Lessard | Hemp Fusion | US Hemp Round Table 35:15

2+ y ago35:15

35:15

Creating hemp opportunities for everyone. Ola Lessard the president of the U.S. Hemp Roundtable and CMO at Hemp Fusion joins Kyra Reed. They discuss a number of topics including the Roundtable aims to advance hemp regulations and diversity in the industry and provide a clear legal pathway for high quality, safe hemp products across the U.S. Produce…

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Angela White | Success Centers 34:39

2+ y ago34:39

34:39

Empowering marginalized community members through education, employment and art programs As an Equity for Industry Program Manager at Success Centers, Angela White focuses on developing sustainable career and entrepreneurial paths previously less accessible to communities impacted by inequality and the War on Drugs. She joins Kyra Reed to discuss S…

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Caitlyn Krebs | Nalu Bio - Encore 32:09

2+ y ago32:09

32:09

Learning from nature, delivering through chemistry. The end of cannabis prohibition has made cannabis research possible which has generated a wave of cannabis biotech start-ups. Caitlyn Krebs the co-founder and CEO of Nalu Bio joins Ross O'Brien and Maggie Kelly from Bonaventure Equity to talk about the challenges and opportunities of being at the …

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