9-3-24 Fred DiSanto of Ancora, Annual Planning, Don't Wait

Weekly Impact by Lay of The Land

In this conversation, Jim Haviland and Kris Snyder discuss Lay of the Land #181 with Fred DiSanto of Ancora, the importance of wisdom and earned wisdom, the value of trusted relationships and introductions, the benefits of being part of a community, the role of mentorship in personal and professional growth, the importance of making decisions and taking action, and the significance of annual planning sessions for businesses.

Takeaways

• Wisdom is gained through years of experience and paying attention to learning opportunities.
• Trusted relationships and introductions are valuable for personal and professional growth.
• Being part of a community allows for easier connection and collaboration.
• Mentorship plays a crucial role in personal and professional development.
• Making decisions and taking action is more important than waiting for the perfect solution.
• Annual planning sessions are essential for setting goals and aligning the team's vision.

Sound Bites
"Wisdom is gained through years of experience if we're lucky enough to pay attention to the learning."
"Trusted high valued relationships are built through trusted introductions of value."
"If you're looking for something to get back, you're doing it wrong."

Chapters
03:02 The Power of Trusted Relationships
06:04 The Value of Mentorship
07:39 The Mindset of a Leader
11:18 The Significance of Annual Planning
15:47 Conclusion

This week's Lay of the Land episode reviewed:
https://www.layoftheland.fm/181-fred-disanto-ancora/

Other Lay of the Land Episodes mentioned:
https://www.layoftheland.fm/12-bob-sopko-launchnet-case-western-reserve-university/

Other References:
https://www.impactarchitects.io/annual2023/
https://cose.org/events/2024/10/15/cose-signature-event/big-summit/

Bob Sopko's List:

1. BRITE Startup Weekend | Sep 12-14 | Cleveland & Cincinnati

For three days, you will join expert mentors and create startups! The event is for students interested in entrepreneurship, sustainability and creating positive change through innovation. Held at Case Western Reserve University https://brite.org/startup-weekend/

Material to cross-promote - https://www.canva.com/design/DAGNXz3r3yg/DDngUxCi-fAdKVd4qnBGqQ/view?utm_content=DAGNXz3r3yg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

2. NASA International Space Apps Challenge Cleveland at NASA Glenn Research Center Oct 5 - 6

Cleveland has teamed up with the group putting on the event in Silicon Valley. Many CWRU have entered in the past. Over 57,000 participants on 8,700 teams from 152 countries. Virtually and in person for anyone. The in person is US Citizens only and limited space.

https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/nasa-space-apps-2024/2024-local-events/cleveland-oh

3. Northeast Ohio Student Venture Fund Due 9/6

Run by students and open to everyone to apply for funding. http://www.neosvf.com/

4. National Science Foundation I-Corps Due 9/15

A 7-week program focusing on using direct customer interactions to validate an idea. https://www.uakronuarf.com/i-corps.html

5. SXSW Pitch early entry due 9/8

A CWRU student and researcher entered in the past leading to connections and funding. SXSW pitch showcases innovative tech to industry experts, high-profile media, venture capital, and angel investors. https://www.sxsw.com/pitch/

6. Ohio VC fest Sells out fast 9/17, 18

Celebrating our growing technology, innovation, and investing community. Over 100 Investors, 200 plus startups. https://ohiovcfest.com/

7. 3 River Venture Fest 10/29, 30

Bringing together hundreds of investors, entrepreneurs, and top-tier service providers. https://3rvf.com/

8. Garage + Taiwanese 8 day meet ups Due 9/8

Travel and accommodations subsidy provided. 1-on-1 meetings and startup exhibition open house.

Program Deck Why Taiwan What is Garage+'s Open House

Industries: AI & Data Analysis, IoT & Smart Devices, Digital Health, CarTech, 5G Technology, Robotics, Smart Energy etc.

https://twepoch.org/SGP-F24_CC2 entry

Thanks.

Bob Sopko

www.linkedin.com/in/bobsopko