Best Joe Ismail Podcasts (2024)

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#55 All-In-One For Founders Ft. Heidi Roizen, Threshold Ventures (Part 2) 59:53

9d ago59:53

59:53

Heidi is a venture capitalist, a corporate director, a Stanford lecturer, and at heart, always an entrepreneur. She co-founded the software company T/Maker and served as its CEO for over a decade until its acquisition by Deluxe Corporation. After a stint as VP of Worldwide Developer Relations at Apple, She entered the VC industry with Softbank, and…

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From Prosecutor to Founder with Robbie Crabtree - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Ep. 10 56:09

2M ago56:09

56:09

In this captivating podcast, Steve interviews Robbie Crabtree, a former trial lawyer who has transitioned into the world of entrepreneurship. Robbie candidly shares his motivations for becoming a trial lawyer, drawing inspiration from his childhood love of comic book heroes and the desire to fight for justice. The conversation takes a poignant turn…

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AI Investing Insights with George Bandarian - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Ep. 9 38:44

2M ago38:44

38:44

In this insightful podcast, the host sits down with venture capital leader George Bandarian the General Partner at Untapped Ventures. Bandarian shares his journey from successful entrepreneur to venture investor, with a focus on artificial intelligence startups. He discusses the importance of identifying top-tier founders who don't necessarily need…

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Leveraging IP to Raise Capital with Alex LePage - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Ep. 8 51:20

3M ago51:20

51:20

In this captivating podcast episode, join Steve Distante as he sits down with Alex LePage, founder of MillerHill IP, a prominent intellectual property consulting and valuation firm. Discover the fascinating world of IP and its role in company valuation, market protection, and raising capital. From patents and trademarks to intangible assets, explor…

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The Role of Filmmaking in Entrepreneurship with Akira Chan - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 7 27:15

5M ago27:15

27:15

In this episode, Steve sits down with filmmaker and Documentarian, Akira Chan and we dive into the fascinating world of filmmaking and entrepreneurship. Discover the power of creative storytelling, the impact of documentaries, and the connection between art and entrepreneurship. From igniting social change to highlighting inspiring stories, Akira s…

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Writing Your Book with Leslie Hinson - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 6 49:33

5M ago49:33

49:33

Visit pitchology.ai for more content, information, and tips for becoming a successful entrepreneur. In this episode, Steve and writing coach, Leslie Hinson, discuss the excitement, frustration, happiness, and even sadness that comes with writing a book. Join us for an adventure into the heart of storytelling where creativity knows no bounds. Highli…

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Driven to Your Greatness with Salim Ismail - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 5 55:55

6M ago55:55

55:55

Steve sat down with friend Salim Ismail, the author of Exponential Organizations and its sequel, Exponential Organizations 2.0: The New Playbook for 10x Growth and Impact, to discuss the ins and outs of Entrepreneurial drive. Highlights from this Episode: Your Life’s Work may require money, but it’s never about money. It’s bigger than that. It’s us…

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Mergers & Acquisitions with AJ Caro - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 4 36:41

6M ago36:41

36:41

Steve Distante sat down with friend and fellow wolf, AJ Caro, a lifelong serial entrepreneur who truly embodies the benefits of M&A. His strategic acquisitions of a home health aide business and an insurance company served as the inspiration for the Littlepigs story above. Highlights from this Episode: Diversification is important. Diversification …

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"Who, Not How" with Dean Jackson - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 3 32:33

6M ago32:33

32:33

Dean Jackson coined the phrase “Who, not how,” which you might recognize as the title of a well-known entrepreneurial book. Well, Dean’s friend and Strategic Coach founder, Dan Sullivan, resonated with the idea so hard that he and Dr. Benjamin Hardy wrote a book about it. (Who, Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy is dedicated to Dean.) F…

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Unlocking Your Drive with Dr Doug Brackmann - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 2 47:10

7M ago47:10

47:10

Doug and Steve discuss the natural progression many leaders have to go through as they learn how to harness their “inner wolf” for good. It’s easy for us to intimidate others; we have an intense presence. But as we grow, learn, and evolve, we become more effective leaders. Wolves are the villains of so much lore, yet are an incredibly vital part of…

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Work, Effort, and Resourcefulness with Joe Polish - The Entrepreneurland Podcast, Episode 1 57:25

7M ago57:25

57:25

When I first had the idea for the PIN, I knew I wanted to include Joe Polish in a way that's more than making an Easter egg out of his ELF acronym. Joe and I had a conversation in which we discussed the benefits of having a network and getting to do your Life’s Work, what we look for in investable entrepreneurs and much more. Highlights from this e…

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#54 Luxury On The Hour Ft. Khaled El Sayed & Ismail Al Ghussein 1:06:32

8M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

In this episode of Startup Garage, dive into the opulent world of luxury watches as we bring you an hour of wit, wisdom, and wrist candy magic with Khaled, the visionary founder of Timepiece360, and Ismail, a passionate luxury watch enthusiast and a friend of the brand. Episode Highlights: Origins of Timepiece360: Discover the captivating tale of h…

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#53 Sports, Investing and Impact Ft. Florent de Gantès 56:42

9M ago56:42

56:42

In this episode of Startup Garage, we dive into the world of venture capital and startup success with our guest Florent, a General Partner at Teampact Ventures. With 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, product management, and executive leadership, Florent brings a unique perspective to the world of investing in startups that are tackling cr…

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#52 Charging Forward With EVs Ft. Adam Ridgway, Founder, One Moto 55:58

10M ago55:58

55:58

For the premiere episode of the third season of Startup Garage, we explore how this British expat turned his passion for bikes into a global success story, with One Moto headquartered in Dubai and spreading its influence across 10 countries. From his early career in the UAE's media industry to his bold entrepreneurial pursuits, Adam's path to auton…

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Creating Your Pitch Map with Sandra Powers - Episode 22 53:16

1y ago53:16

53:16

What makes a good, fail-proof sales pitch? How can you ensure that the investors will not say “No” when you try to raise capital for your business? The conversation between Steve Distante and Sandra Powers surrounds the topic of creating your sales pitch. Sandra talks about the role of a global investment firm in helping small businesses to grow th…

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Maximum Impact With Film with Akira Chan - Episode 21 27:23

1y ago27:23

27:23

In this episode of Pitch, host Steve Distante is joined by Akira Chan, director and founder of Rare Media. Chan discusses the company's focus on producing videos that tell human stories and highlights the demand for this type of content. He also talks about how he met Steve at the Abundance360 conference and how their meeting led to the creation of…

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The Power Of Writing A Book with Tucker Max - Episode 20 44:04

1y ago44:04

44:04

In this conversation, Tucker Max discusses the importance of writing a book and how it can help entrepreneurs raise capital. He describes how Scribe Media helps people write, publish, and market their books. He also talks about how most of their clients have more money than time, and so they hire Scribe Media to help with the process. Tucker also t…

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ESOP’s with Richard Harmon - Episode 19 46:25

1y ago46:25

46:25

Living his best life in Puerto Rico, Richard Harmon, together with the host, Steve Distante, discusses the pros of living in another country, including the tax benefits it entails. Richard moved to Puerto Rico in 2018 after a client of his expressed interest in doing the same. He found that, compared to the mainland US, Puerto Rico has much lower t…

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Collaborations with Dan Sullivan - Episode 18 34:10

1y ago34:10

34:10

Dan Sullivan and Steve Distante discuss the benefits of collaboration and how it can lead to the creation of new and innovative ideas. They talk about the importance of finding collaborators who share similar values and goals and how collaboration can often lead to opportunities that are much larger and less complicated than funding alone. Addition…

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SPAC’s with Peter Diamandis - Episode 17 27:34

1y ago27:34

27:34

In the conversation, Peter Diamandis talks about his work with XPRIZE and his mission to help entrepreneurs achieve their dreams. He discusses his work with building a coaching program for entrepreneurs. Peter also talks about three different mindsets that he believes are important for people to have in order to be successful in the future. Who’s T…

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Mergers and Acquisitions with Andrew Sherman - Episode 16 35:30

1y ago35:30

35:30

In the conversation, Andrew Sherman and Steve Distante discuss the importance of intangible assets in business deals, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions. They also talk about the challenges of building and selling a company, and the role of strategy in acquisitions. Who’s The Guest? Andrew Sherman serves as a legal and strategi…

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Traditional Banking with Ken LaRoe - Episode 15 53:03

1+ y ago53:03

53:03

Ken LaRoe was a banker who decided to start a values-based bank. He was inspired by Yvon Chouinard's autobiography and his experience in the cannabis industry. He sold his first bank and then circumnavigated the country with his wife in a mini motorhome. He eventually started Climate First Bank, which was a part of the Global Alliance for Banking o…

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Family Office with Adam Rein - Episode 14 40:42

1+ y ago40:42

40:42

Steve Distante welcomes Adam Rein, the Co-Founder, President, and Chief Investment Officer of CapShift. The conversation discusses how a family office can help manage a family's wealth as well as other family-related business activities. A family office typically has two core parts: investment management and family planning. Investment management h…

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Green Equity Crowdfunding with Franz Hochstrasser - Episode 13 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

30:08

Steve Distante welcomes Franz Hochstrasser of Raise Green to talk about SAFE or the Simple Agreement for Future Equity, which is a security that is often used in early-stage investments. The conversation discusses the rise of private investment through crowdfunding portals, which has been a democratizing force in the securities market. The focus is…

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Equity Crowdfunding with Oscar Jofre - Episode 12 1:09:01

1+ y ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Oscar discusses how COVID-19 has changed the process of raising capital for companies. In the past, companies would rely on personal relationships to raise capital, but now they are turning to online crowdfunding platforms to reach a larger audience. Oscar believes that this shift will continue even after the pandemic ends, as investors become more…

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Venture Capitalist aka "Unicorn Hunters" with Will Weisman - Episode 11 38:31

1+ y ago38:31

38:31

Steve Distante welcomes Will Weisman of KittyHawk Ventures, a frontier technology venture capital firm. He discusses how the world has changed in the last year and how businesses have been pushed ahead for 5 to 10 years. He also talked about how the rate of change is accelerating and his belief that we are living in a time of great abundance and op…

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Investor Types: Angels, Friends, and Family with David S. Rose - Episode 10 52:58

1+ y ago52:58

52:58

A new, creative business idea caught your eye? Perhaps you can become an angel investor to look things over. As an angel investor, you’ll not only provide support for the budding startup, but you can also have more direct access to a company with high growth potential. Talking about angel investors, Steve Distante invites David S. Rose as he talks …

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Why Systems Matter with Mike Caito - Episode 9 30:06

1+ y ago30:06

30:06

Steve Distante and Mike Caito discuss Mike's experience as a CEO and going through different crises in business. Mike shares his advice on how to handle a crisis, which is to cut quickly and cut deep, and to panic sooner. During their conversation, Steve and Mike discuss the importance of having a Plan B, especially for startup entrepreneurs. They …

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Why Scaling Matter with Verne Harnish - Episode 8 29:32

1+ y ago29:32

29:32

A company without a system is a company without a compass in a jungle. Implementing processes and systems within your business can help ensure success and allow for continuous growth. In this episode, Steve Distante welcomes Verne Harnish to discuss how you can build systems in a business, even for startups. Verne talks about how having a system in…

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Crypto 101 with Don Weidner - Episode 7 39:22

1+ y ago39:22

39:22

Is cryptocurrency the future of banking and currency? Why are more and more companies, including big ones like Tesla and Apple, now treating bitcoin as the currency of the future? In this episode, Steve Distante welcomes bitcoin Expert Don Weidner, the founder of Formidable Ventures, an investment business built upon exponential technologies and ag…

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Deal Structure 101 with Corey Kupfer - Episode 6 43:14

1+ y ago43:14

43:14

Steve Distante welcomes expert deal-maker, strategist, and attorney Corey Kupfer to discuss the importance of striking deals in the business. Corey talks about the EO 2030, an initiative to help diversify and value people of all backgrounds in business, as well as mastering the CDE in negotiations: Clarity, Detachment, and Equilibrium. Additionally…

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How to Tell Your Story with Jack Lane - Episode 5 35:45

1+ y ago35:45

35:45

Jack Lane discusses his experiences as a producer on Broadway and the not-for-profit world. He describes the process of raising money for a show or project and the importance of involving co-producers in the process. He also talks about how he is now involved in bringing capital to Broadway shows, and how his goal is to help people believe in thems…

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Purpose-Driven Companies with Tripp Baird - Episode 4 33:04

1+ y ago33:04

33:04

In this episode, Steve Distante interviews Tripp Baird, co-founder and managing partner of The Builder's Fund. The Builder's Fund is a growth-stage private equity fund that invests in high-growth businesses that are trying to solve social and environmental problems. They also discuss the Impact Classification System, a tool used to help align a por…

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Perfect Pitch Decks with Max Fleitmann - Episode 3 44:56

1+ y ago44:56

44:56

Speaking as an expert in the field, Steve Distante welcomes Max Fleitmann, a serial entrepreneur and investor, to talk about how he got started in the field. Building businesses is not new for Max, having built his very first internet company at just 13 years old. He also discusses the role of fundraising when starting, as well as the different pro…

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Be an Investable Entrepreneur with Michael Gerber - Episode 2 32:27

1+ y ago32:27

32:27

As an entrepreneur, you're always looking for new challenges and ways to grow your business. However, in the first few years as business owners start their business, they come up against different challenges. Some even harder than others are overcoming, resulting in almost 77% of new companies going out of business every year. In this episode with …

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Who is Steve Distante? - Episode 1 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

30:08

Switching places with Pitch Decks expert Max Fleitmann, Steve Distante looks back on his entrepreneurial career and what drove him to the man he is today. He shares the different passion projects he has, especially the Cally Farms, and how they got started. Steve also defines what success means for him now and what tips he can give to people when i…

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#51 Design & Thinking Ft. Sarah Toukan, Co-Founder, Ziina 46:51

2+ y ago46:51

46:51

Sarah Toukan comes from a family of entrepreneurs in the middle-east. She attended Stanford for her bachelors and masters in mechanical engineering, post which she worked in real estate and food and beverage industry and currently is the co-founder and leads the product at Ziina. As the UAE’s first licensed peer-to-peer payment app, Ziina is on a m…

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#50 The Mindset Ft. Joy Ajlouny, Co-Founder, Fetchr 35:11

2+ y ago35:11

35:11

Businesswoman, serial entrepreneur and advisor, Joy Ajlouny is a powerhouse of the startup ecosystem. Born and raised in California to Palestinian refugees, Ajlouny has built a reputation for her success in startups and ventures worldwide, all the while aggravating the status quo of women in business. In 2015 Joy Ajlouny co-founded Fetchr, the Sili…

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#49 Shoe Maker Ft. Joe Foster, Founder, Reebok 1:06:02

2+ y ago1:06:02

1:06:02

In 1958, Joe and Jeff left the Foster business to set up a new sports shoe company in an old brewery building in the UK and 30 years later it became the biggest sports brand in the world, Reebok, grossing over $4BN USD in revenues. This is a special episode where we had the honor of hosting the legendary, Joseph William Foster, the founder of Reebo…

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#48 Year In Fin-Tech Ft. Tal Sharon, Managing Partner, Equitech 43:18

2+ y ago43:18

43:18

This episode features Tal Sharon, Managing Partner, Equitech, a fin-tech consulting organization based in the ME region. Tal has been leading dozens of engagements between fin-tech companies and global financial institutions, consulting regulators and government bodies in fin-tech transformation and market education, and supporting the growth of th…

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#47 Travel, Food & YouTubing Ft. Harish Bali, Founder, Visa2Explore 52:30

3y ago52:30

52:30

After spending over 18 years in the corporate, leading large sales teams at HUL, Airtel and Vodafone, Harish Bali started experimenting with travel and food vlogging. At the age of 42! Used up his life-long savings to document his travels, barely breaking even and worked hard to understand his target audience. Today, Visa2Explore has over 1.2M subs…

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#46 Corporate Innovation 101 Ft. Karin Gabriel 49:06

3y ago49:06

49:06

Karen Gabriel has had a fantastic career working with high impact teams across the world. She was a part of the team that launched the Windows phone at Microsoft, she lead program design, development and execution at Dubai Future Foundation, ran 7 cohorts with over 150 startups from around the globe with one of the most ambitious governments in the…

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#45 Education & Entrepreneurship Ft. Alaa Bakhit, Founder, B12 56:18

3y ago56:18

56:18

For this episode, we invited Alaa Bakhit, Founder, B12, a comprehensive education solutions company based in Jordan. Alaa spent over over 14 years in the corporate working with giants like Oracle and Microsoft before quitting to start in the education industry, and is changing the face of modern, hybrid education in the middle east.Alaa is also a p…

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#44 AI, Consulting & Diversity Ft. Paula Newby, Founder, Predixa 54:05

3y ago54:05

54:05

Paula Newby is the Founder of Predixa, an AI tool for corporations to quickly evaluate the key issues and solve for them using a data driven, objective approach. Paula started her first business in textile e-commerce back in the late-nineties and has been an entrepreneur since. She moved to the UAE and started Predixa, and has been working with som…

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Trailer: Innovators Unplugged, Startup Garage & Microsoft For Startups, Middle East 1:07

3y ago1:07

1:07

The official trailer of Innovators Unplugged by Startup Garage & Microsoft For Startups, Middle East

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#43 Buy Now Pay Later Ft. Anuscha Iqbal, Co-Founder, Spotii 30:54

3y ago30:54

30:54

Anuscha Iqbal is the co-founder of Spotii, a Buy Now Pay Later startup based in Dubai, UAE. Anuscha has been working in the investments and private equity space for over a decade with The Abraaj Group. Spotii has grown tremendously in the past one and a half year and recently has been acquired by Zip, a global BNPL leader from Australia. In this ep…

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#42 Turkish SaaS & e-Commerce Ft. Gulsah Gulser 34:28

3y ago34:28

34:28

In this second episode, we have with us Gülşah Gülser, Founder, Quin AI. Gulsah is a strategy consultant with over 10 years of experience mainly in customer and deal strategy. She has worked in retail, e-commerce and travel & leisure and has engaged with leading local and global companies. In this episode, we talk to her about e-commerce and the em…

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#41 Digital Inclusion & Impact Ft. Jose Rubinger, Founder, Key2Enable 33:32

3y ago33:32

33:32

Jose Rubinger worked in the computer-sales industry in Brazil when he identified a global problem: lack of accessible technology for specially-abled children. A few years of research and many MVPs later, he founded Key2Enable, a technology startup that empowers children with disabilities, their parents, caretakers and teachers to accelerate the chi…

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#40 Simplifying Deal Discovery Ft. Abhishek Goyal, Founder, Tracxn 38:52

3y ago38:52

38:52

Abhishek Goyal has worked at Yahoo and Amazon, joined Accel Partners and led Flipkart's first investment round in 2009. He then became an entrepreneur and started Tracxn in 2013, one of the largest private-market data and deal services platform, globally. Today, Tracxn is used by governments, corporates and VCs across the globe to track innovative …

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#39 Think & Talk Smart Ft. Peter Hopwood, Speaking Coach 45:06

3y ago45:06

45:06

Peter Hopwood is an international speaking coach. He travels the world and coaches TEDx speakers, entrepreneurs and corporates on building smart habits for impactful communication and thinking. In this episode, he talks about the foundational aspects of communication, insights on how to share powerful stories and build acute speaking and presence a…

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