15: A fish tale

Reno Storytellers Project

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Join us for an engaging episode of The Innovators and Investors Podcast, hosted by Kristian Marquez, where we explore the vibrant intersection of technology, investment, and entrepreneurship. This week, Kristian welcomes two dynamic guests: Kevin Weber, Managing Director at Amex Ventures, and Ayal Karmi, Co-founder and CEO of Nakuda. In this episode, Kevin shares his fascinating career journey, including his transition from corporate finance and M&A to venture capital at Amex Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage investments in sectors like fintech, AI, and cybersecurity. As Kevin describes his investment thesis, he emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and the alignment of their investments with American Express’s core business objectives. Our conversation then shifts to Ayal Karmi, who delves into the innovative solutions Nakuda is bringing to the market. As the company pioneers a system for AI agents to make seamless payments online, Ayal discusses the challenges and opportunities in automating the checkout process and enhancing transaction authenticity. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into the investment landscape, the evolving field of AI agents, and best practices for founders seeking to navigate the venture capital space. Furthermore, Kevin and Ayal offer advice on how to approach corporate venture capital, the significance of understanding investor expectations, and the future of agentic payments. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion that highlights the transformative power of technology and the shared mission of fostering innovation in today’s rapidly evolving market. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest insights and trends in the world of innovation and finance! For more details, visit our website and read Ayal’s insightful blogs on Substack, https://substack.com/@nekuda? about autonomous payments to stay informed about the latest in AI technologies. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Kevin's work https://www.americanexpress.com/us/business/american-express-ventures/ Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-weber-b77b8028/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com/…

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In this episode of the Reno Storytellers Project, Fred Krueger takes us through a mystical journey into the woods where he thought he would find a quiet night with some bears, but ended up finding something even more unexpected.

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15: A fish tale

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21: His back injury made him realize something important — it's OK to ask for help 7:39

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RGJ Executive Editor Brian Duggan tells a story about a back injury and a very long day at the pool.

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20: Even after a long career, she decided to bus tables at a Lake Tahoe restaurant 11:38

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Debbie Larson is a writer — and what better way to learn about yourself and get some inspiration than becoming a busser at a restaurant after the age of 50?

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19: When Home Means Nevada 9:00

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Diaz Dixon made a lot of moves around the country in his life — but nothing compared to coming home to Nevada.

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18: He realized how far he'd fallen when he didn't have an emergency contact list 13:28

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Grant Denton was homeless, addicting to drugs and living in Las Vegas. He had to realize how far he'd fallen before he could find a way back up.

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17: Her father's Lake Tahoe home burned to the ground. So they built a garden 7:37

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Leona Allen's family lost a lot in the 2007 Angora Fire — homes, irreplaceable possessions. What grew from the ashes, though, helped their South Lake Tahoe community heal.

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16: He bearly made it out alive 8:52

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In this episode, Tyler Friend tells about the utterly terrifying experiences of being chased by a bear at the age of 10.

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15: A fish tale 7:54

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14: Lost and Found 10:19

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In this episode of the Reno Storytellers Project, Israel Borokini shows us how a scenic hike filled with deep conversation can turn into an emergency.

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13: She'll be coming down the mountain 11:41

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Anjeanette Damon, the city government reporter for the Reno Gazette Journal, tells the story of learning to ski for the first time. Except that it was only recently and it was the scarier than facing the police chief for a difficult interview.

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12: Accepting my invention 13:46

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In this story, Juan Lopez tells us about all the times he desperately wanted to reinvent himself because of the pain his speech impediment caused. But, when he realized it wasn’t reinvention he was after, he discovered his greatest gift.

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11: A Name Does Not Define Me 13:30

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Steven Ing tells us a story of a violent father who could’ve stolen Steven’s legacy, but in a twist of teenage stubbornness, Steven stole it back for himself.

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10: The brick that changed everything 14:16

8 years ago14:16

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In this story, Mikalee Byerman tells us how a brick changed her life and how she rebuilt her life, one brick at a time.

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09: Finding the right person at the right time 8:29

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Chris Johnson discovered a person who cared about her and helped her out of a tough health situation when she was a child. But that person wasn’t family like you’d expect.

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08: Flip that Life 8:17

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Erin Fuss had the perfect life at 22 years old, until she realized that's not what she wanted. After a some tragic lettuce wraps, Erin changed everything.

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07: 'The Reno that Raised Me' 9:33

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In this episode, Linda Sealock tells us the story of growing up in rural Canada, then moving across the country with a man she later found out was a bigamist. Her story leads her to Reno where she discovers a network of people who helped raise her out of a bad situation and into a confident, strong woman.…

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06: Always Say 'I Love You' 16:00

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