Best Expert Dojo Podcasts (2024)

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Summer Coffee Chat with Curtis Braun 1:07:51

3h ago1:07:51

1:07:51

In this episode, Seth met up Curtis Braun at The Cinnamon Spoon in Bragg Creek. They previously worked together and forged a friendship over the last few years. Curtis shared his views on the current state of HR in the workplace and some of the shifts he's seen over his career and what opportunities he sees on the horizon. As well, the guys dove in…

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

2d ago40:45

40:45

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

4d ago41:13

41:13

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

11d ago52:52

52:52

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

17d ago44:05

44:05

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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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 136 - Guest: Max Majot 1:15:35

23d ago1:15:35

1:15:35

If the sun refused to shine, I would still be growing weed. When mountains crumble to the sea, there would still be episode 136 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny and Mike talk cannabis news including New York's inept adult-use rollout, marijuana pardons in Maryland and New Hampshire's continued prohibition of recreational pot. The interview is wit…

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

25d ago44:20

44:20

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 YC: Scaling Startups with Team Ignite's YC Fund II - Ep78 16:06

28d ago16:06

16:06

In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell introduced Team Ignite 2nd YC Fund, aiming at a $10 million fund dedicated to backing top Y Combinator startups near demo day. Bell highlighted the past successes of their previous YC investments, which have seen a markup of about 2.5x in just over three years. He emphasized the high hit rate f…

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Summer Coffee Chat with Mackenzie Walsh - Blue Willow Entertainment 1:08:06

1M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

In this episode, long time friends and colleagues Seth & Mackenzie met up at Mable & Maries in Bragg Creek for a coffee chat. Mackenzie shared some of her inspiration for getting into media, what inspired her to want to get involved with Blue Willow Entertainment, and they chatted about some of the events and artists that are helping to create a bu…

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

1M ago45:31

45:31

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

1M ago42:29

42:29

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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Summer Coffee Chat with Miguel Anthony 36:32

1M ago36:32

36:32

In this episode of summer coffee chats, Seth caught up with Miguel Anthony in Toronto at The Don Arts Academy. Seth & Miguel first met a couple years back when they were working on a basketball podcast together. Seth took a trip out to Toronto to see first hand the vibesss at the Scarborough Shooting Stars game, chat about music opportunities, and …

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

1M ago56:42

56:42

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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Summer Coffee Chat with Gerad Flach - Founder of Gritty 51:43

1M ago51:43

51:43

In this episode of Summer Coffee Chats, Seth caught up with Gerald Flach at The Only Cafe in Toronto. Seth & Gerald connected on LinkedIn in early 2022 and formed a virtual friendship that included sharing best practices related to mindset, marketing, and sports. This was the first time Seth & Gerald met in person, they chopped it up about a bunch …

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

1M ago50:56

50:56

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

1M ago1:05:58

1:05:58

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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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 135- Guest: Champelli 1:15:19

1M ago1:15:19

1:15:19

Welcome to episode 135 of Grow Bud Yourself - America's cultivation podcast! First, Danny and Mike discuss the latest cannabis news, including Florida legalization shenanigans, an increase in daily smokers and the New Jersey governor's new strain. The interview is with legendary cultivator Champelli, who discusses making his mark on pop culture wit…

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Summer Coffee Chat with Will Rooney - Lead Assistant Coach, Calgary Surge 59:02

1M ago59:02

59:02

Episode Summary: Seth's Coffee Chat with Will Rooney In this episode of Seth's Coffee Chat, Seth talks with Calgary Surge Lead Assistant Coach Will Rooney. They discussed player & team development and Rooney shared some insights on the up and coming players in the Calgary Surge system. The guys dove into a slew of NBA topics like Bronny James' pote…

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Summer Coffee Chat with Pietro Breviglieri 31:44

2M ago31:44

31:44

In this episode of summer coffee chats powered by The Biz Dojo - Seth met up with Pietro Breviglieri at the Motiv digital office in downtown Calgary. This was Pietro's first ever podcast and they dove into his journey from being born in Italy, growing up in Brazil, and the last half a decade he's spent in Canada. Seth & Pietro dove into why busines…

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

2M ago42:00

42:00

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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Summer Coffee Chat with Mehtab Brar 50:15

2M ago50:15

50:15

Join Seth & Mehtab for a summer coffee chat at Xing Chao Coffee. The guys dove into Mehtab’s multitude of experiences in everything from comedy to law school, with a long list of side quests in between!

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Summer Coffee Chat with Kelsey Biro 1:03:31

2M ago1:03:31

1:03:31

In this episode of "Summer Coffee Chats," Season 2 opens with Seth Anderson and Kelsey Biro at Ami Tea in Inglewood. Kelsey discusses her job as a Territory Sales Manager in agriculture, and evolves into a deeper exploration of personal growth, with both sharing their experiences with life coaching, therapy, and the tough choices they've made that …

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

2M ago53:32

53:32

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

2M ago50:47

50:47

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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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 134 - Guests: Sasha Nutgent & Annie Matica 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

2024, party over oops out of time! But tonight we're gonna party like it's episode 134 of Grow Bud Yourself... First, Danny and Mike discuss news nuggets of the day including Federal rescheduling fallout, positive non-partisan pot polling, and New York marijuana mayhem. The interview is with Sasha Nutgent & Annie Matica from Housing Works Cannabis …

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

2M ago50:28

50:28

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

2M ago51:57

51:57

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

2M ago47:10

47:10

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

2M ago49:39

49:39

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

2M ago50:28

50:28

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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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 133 - Guest: White Boy Kev 1:13:45

2M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Out here in the fields, I fought for my meals, I dragged my back into growing my own weed on episode 133 of Grow Bud Yourself! First, Danny and Mike discuss the recent historic shift in federal marijuana policy with the DEA planning to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. We also speak to Terrence White of Monko in Washington DC on his th…

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

2M ago42:00

42:00

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

3M ago47:29

47:29

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

3M ago51:40

51:40

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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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 132 - Guest: Jon Foster from Grey Area 1:28:08

3M ago1:28:08

1:28:08

Gimme a ticket for an aeroplane, ain't got time to take a fast train, lonely days recede, I'm a-growing weed, Danny just posted episode 132 of Grow Bud Yourself! First Dan and Mike discuss 420 news from New York & South Carolina and speak with Jaime Seale of Real Estate Witch about her article collab with Leafly titled, "We Found the Best Weed Citi…

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

3M ago46:17

46:17

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

3M ago50:43

50:43

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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Ignite VC: Fostering Sacramento Startups and The Backyard Advantage with Mark Haney | Ep59 40:44

3M ago40:44

40:44

In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Mark Haney, the founder and managing partner of the Growth Factory based in Sacramento. Haney shares his journey and the ethos behind Growth Factory, an entrepreneurial development group with a venture capital arm that focuses on supporting local startups. He emphasizes the importance …

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Ignite VC: Exploring the Crossroads of Innovation and Sustainability with Andrew Beebe | Ep58 50:03

3M ago50:03

50:03

In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Andrew Beebe, Managing Director of Obvious Ventures. The episode begins with introductions and a brief dive into Beebe’s background in renewable energy and venture capital. They reminisce about how they first met in San Francisco through the renewable energy sector, highlighting Beebe'…

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Ignite Startups: Navigating Tech and Real Estate - A Conversation with Tore Steen | Ep57 54:15

3M ago54:15

54:15

In this episode of the Ignite podcast, Tore Steen recounts his extensive journey through the evolution of the internet and business, discussing pivotal moments that shaped his career trajectory and led to the creation of CrowdStreet. Initially, Steen ventured into the tech scene in 1998 by joining AAA to strategize on internet implications for trad…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 131 - Guest: Collin Palmer 1:22:20

3M ago1:22:20

1:22:20

Hello dankness my old friend, I've come to grow with you again, because a sativa softly creeping, left me seeds while I was sleeping, and episode 131 of Grow Bud Yourself will now be planted in your brain... First, Danny and Mike discuss news including an increase in New York cannabis business licenses, yet another bud buzzkill in New Hampshire and…

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Ignite VC: The Changing Landscape of Venture Capital in a Post-Peak Era with Peter Walker | Ep56 50:10

3M ago50:10

50:10

In this engaging episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Peter Walker, head of insights at Carta, to delve into the ever-evolving landscape of startup funding, particularly through the tumultuous year of 2022 and the cautious optimism of early 2024. Walker shares his journey from small startup ventures to leading data visualization …

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Ignite Startups: AI Role Play Simulations for Effective Sales Training with Atul Raghunathan | Ep55 29:27

3M ago29:27

29:27

In the latest episode of the Ignite podcast, Brian Bell sits down with Atul Raghunathan, CTO of Hyperbound, for a compelling discussion on the startup's evolution, pivot to an AI roleplay platform, and the innovative approach to sales training. Initially, Hyperbound focused on email personalization, but due to shifting regulations and a desire for …

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Ignite Startups: Exploring the New Frontier of AI and Insurance with Karthik Ramakrishnan | Ep54 48:36

3M ago48:36

48:36

In this episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Karthik Ramakrishnan, the CEO and co-founder of Armilla AI, a platform focused on understanding, quantifying, and insuring the risks associated with AI systems and models. Karthik shares his extensive journey from a promising student interested in joining Geoffrey Hinton's lab for neur…

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Ignite VC: Building Billion-Dollar Biotechs from Scratch with Michael Tippie | Ep53 56:11

3M ago56:11

56:11

In this captivating episode of the Ignite podcast, host Brian Bell welcomes Michael Tippie, a seasoned biotech executive and venture capitalist with a unique approach to the venture capital world. Tippie's methodology involves starting companies from scratch, leveraging university grown technology to build successful ventures. Highlighting his jour…

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Grow Bud Yourself Episode 130 - Guest: Nikki and Swami of Swami Select 1:20:44

4M ago1:20:44

1:20:44

Look at them yo-yo’s, that's the way you do it - You grow your own and fill up jars with weed. That ain't workin', episode 130 of Grow Bud Yourself can do it - Get you money for nothin' and nugs for free! First, Danny and Mike break down big weed news from Germany, a retail sales buzzkill in Virginia, pot progress in Ohio and Arizona reefer revenue…

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Ignite Brand: The Essential Elements of Startup Branding with Jack Song and Andrew Puschel | Ep52 48:31

4M ago48:31

48:31

This episode featuring Jack Song and Andrew Puschel offers a deep dive into the nuances of brand strategy and marketing for startups, punctuated by insightful anecdotes and practical advice for entrepreneurs. Hosted by Brian Bell, the conversation underscores the vital role of branding and communication in carving a niche in today's competitive mar…

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Ignite Startups: Pioneering Revenue-Based Financing in Real Estate with Ryan Mapes of Release | Ep51 48:45

4M ago48:45

48:45

In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, Brian Bell engages in a comprehensive dialogue with Ryan Mapes, CEO and co-founder of Release, a finance and banking platform tailored for multifamily owners. The conversation begins with an introduction to Mapes' journey into the multifamily investment and financing world, catalyzed by his own experiences and…

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Ignite Startups: Unleashing the Power of Shared Experiences in Sales Strategies with Joshua Perk | Ep50 30:52

4M ago30:52

30:52

In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell celebrates the 50th episode by welcoming Joshua Perk, the co-founder and CEO of Vector, a Y Combinator-backed startup revolutionizing B2B sales pipeline generation. The conversation kicks off with introductions and Joshua's unique energy as a founder, drawing on his experiences from military se…

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Ignite VC: Rethinking Venture Capital Through the Lens of Deep Tech with Pablos Holman | Ep49 53:23

4M ago53:23

53:23

In this episode of the Ignite Podcast, host Brian Bell engages in a profound conversation with Pablos Holman, founder and managing partner of Deep Future, delving into the realm of deep tech and the transformative power of invention. Pablos, a seasoned innovator with a background that includes working on pioneering projects like cryptocurrency in t…

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