Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders

Dave Vasen, brightwheel

Problem-Solving for a Unique Market [Entire Talk]

Listening to potential customers’ needs can be the key to unlocking a successful startup idea

Video 46 minutes

Dave Vasen, brightwheel

Problem-Solving for a Unique Market [Entire Talk]

Listening to potential customers’ needs can be the key to unlocking a successful startup idea

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Dave Vasen, brightwheel

Dave Vasen (brightwheel) – Problem-Solving for a Unique Market

Listening to potential customers’ needs can be the key to unlocking a successful startup idea

Podcast 46 minutes

Annie Hockey, Column

Reimagining Fintech [Entire Talk]

The banking industry poses complex regulatory challenges for fintech entrepreneurs — but the space is ripe for innovation.

Video 44 minutes

Annie Hockey, Column

Reimagining Fintech [Entire Talk]

The banking industry poses complex regulatory challenges for fintech entrepreneurs — but the space is ripe for innovation.

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ETL Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders Podcast

Annie Hockey, Column

Reimagining Fintech

The banking industry poses complex regulatory challenges for fintech entrepreneurs — but the space is ripe for innovation.

Podcast 44 minutes

Elise Densborn, Splendid Spoon

From Customer to Co-CEO [Entire Talk]

Passion for a brand or industry can be an incredible starting point for gaining entrepreneurial experience.

Video 45 minutes

Elise Densborn, Splendid Spoon

From Customer to Co-CEO [Entire Talk]

Passion for a brand or industry can be an incredible starting point for gaining entrepreneurial experience.

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Elise Densborn, Splendid Spoon

From Customer to Co-CEO

Passion for a brand or industry can be an incredible starting point for gaining entrepreneurial experience.

Podcast 46 minutes

Dante Disparte, Circle

Ethical Crypto Innovation [Entire Talk]

To build a better crypto industry, start with ethics.

Video 48 minutes

Dante Disparte, Circle

Ethical Crypto Innovation [Entire Talk]

To build a better crypto industry, start with ethics.

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Dante Disparte, Circle

Ethical Crypto Innovation

To build a better crypto industry, start with ethics.

Podcast 49 minutes

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Ursheet Parikh, Mayfield Trevor Martin, Mammoth Biosciences

Building Biotech to Last [Entire Talk]

The keys to future success must be established at the beginning of a platform biotech company.

Video 47 minutes

Ursheet Parikh, Mayfield Trevor Martin, Mammoth Biosciences

Building Biotech to Last [Entire Talk]

The keys to future success must be established at the beginning of a platform biotech company.

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Ursheet Parikh, Mayfield Trevor Martin, Mammoth Biosciences

Building Biotech to Last

The keys to future success must be established at the beginning of a platform biotech company.

Podcast 47 minutes

Charles Hudson, Precursor Ventures

Breaking the Venture Capital Mold [Entire Talk]

Entry into the venture capital ecosystem is historically limited — but new types of firms are opening opportunities for new types of founders.

Video 47 minutes

Charles Hudson, Precursor Ventures

Breaking the Venture Capital Mold [Entire Talk]

Entry into the venture capital ecosystem is historically limited — but new types of firms are opening opportunities for new types of founders.

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Charles Hudson, Precursor Ventures

Breaking the Venture Capital Mold

Entry into the venture capital ecosystem is historically limited — but new types of firms are opening opportunities for new types of founders.

Podcast 47 minutes

Dr. Jerrica Kirkley, Plume Kiki Freedman, Hey Jane

Transforming Digital Healthcare [Entire Talk]

The digital healthcare industry is ripe for innovation that transforms the quality of care for underserved communities.

Video 46 minutes

Dr. Jerrica Kirkley, Plume Kiki Freedman, Hey Jane

Transforming Digital Healthcare [Entire Talk]

The digital healthcare industry is ripe for innovation that transforms the quality of care for underserved communities.

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Dr. Jerrica Kirkley, Plume Kiki Freedman, Hey Jane

Transforming Digital Healthcare

The digital healthcare industry is ripe for innovation that transforms the quality of care for underserved communities.

Podcast 47 minutes

Lisa Dyson, Air Protein

Changing Processes for Climate Solutions [Entire Talk]

Traditional processes won’t solve climate change, so innovative entrepreneurs must reimagine how we make things.

Video 40 minutes

Lisa Dyson, Air Protein

Changing Processes for Climate Solutions [Entire Talk]

Traditional processes won’t solve climate change, so innovative entrepreneurs must reimagine how we make things.

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Lisa Dyson, Air Protein

Changing Processes for Climate Solutions

Traditional processes won’t solve climate change, so innovative entrepreneurs must reimagine how we make things.

Podcast 40 minutes

Tim Brown, Allbirds

Innovating for a Sustainable World [Entire Talk]

Entrepreneurs can prepare for a carbon-focused future with creativity and teamwork.

Video 44 minutes

Tim Brown, Allbirds

Innovating for a Sustainable World [Entire Talk]

Entrepreneurs can prepare for a carbon-focused future with creativity and teamwork.

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Tim Brown, Allbirds

Innovating for a Sustainable World

Entrepreneurs can prepare for a carbon-focused future with creativity and teamwork.

Podcast 44 minutes

Meirav Oren, Versatile

Forging Your Path as a New Founder [Entire Talk]

With confidence in their ideas and the humility to keep learning, new founders can build successful companies.

Video 41 minutes

Meirav Oren, Versatile

Forging Your Path as a New Founder [Entire Talk]

With confidence in their ideas and the humility to keep learning, new founders can build successful companies.

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Meirav Oren, Versatile

Forging Your Path as a New Founder

With confidence in their ideas and the humility to keep learning, new founders can build successful companies.

Podcast 42 minutes

Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Microsoft

Innovating Accessibly [Entire Talk]

Companies must prioritize accessibility, inclusion, and support for employees and customers with disabilities.

Video 46 minutes

Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Microsoft

Innovating Accessibly [Entire Talk]

Companies must prioritize accessibility, inclusion, and support for employees and customers with disabilities.

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Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Microsoft

Innovating Accessibly

Companies must prioritize accessibility, inclusion, and support for employees and customers with disabilities.

Podcast 46 minutes

Josh Makower, MD, Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign

The Biodesign Innovation Process [Entire Talk]

Innovation isn’t random – it’s a process that can be learned, improved, and effectively deployed to solve specific problems.

Video 52 minutes

Josh Makower, MD, Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign

The Biodesign Innovation Process [Entire Talk]

Innovation isn’t random – it’s a process that can be learned, improved, and effectively deployed to solve specific problems.

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Josh Makower, MD, Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign

The Biodesign Innovation Process

Innovation isn’t random – it’s a process that can be learned, improved, and effectively deployed to solve specific problems.

Podcast 53 minutes

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Responsible AI Innovation [Entire Talk]

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Problem-Solving for a Unique Market [Entire Talk]

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Talk to Potential Customers

Strategic SaaS for Targeted Spaces

‘Shark Tank’ Success

Building a Values-Based Team

Equitable Access to Technology

Dave Vasen (brightwheel) – Problem-Solving for a Unique Market

Reimagining Fintech [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

Rethinking the Fintech Back-End

Skipping the Silicon Valley Startup “Playbook”

The Burdens and Benefits of Regulation

Speaking Regulators’ Language

Time Management for Founders

Reimagining Fintech

From Customer to Co-CEO [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

An Unconventional Co-CEO Journey

Building a Partnership as Co-CEOs

Fundraising as Female Co-CEOs

Bringing Innovation to the Food Industry

Overcoming the First-Mover Advantage

From Customer to Co-CEO

Ethical Crypto Innovation [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

Lessons from the Fall of FTX

Next Steps After FTX

The Digital Currency Space Race

Accepting Consequences for Risk

Values Are a Superpower

Crypto Opportunities for Entrepreneurs

Ethical Crypto Innovation

Building Biotech to Last [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

A Built-to-Last Biotech Mindset

Creating a Culture of Accountability in Biotech

Bioethics from the Beginning

Market Selection for Biotech Platforms

Aligning with Investors

Building Biotech to Last

Breaking the Venture Capital Mold [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

Grading the Venture Capital Industry

Changing the Venture Capital Game

Racism in Venture Capital

Fixing the Venture Capital Industry

Skills Founders Need to Find Funding

Creating Culture in Venture Capital

Breaking the Venture Capital Mold

Transforming Digital Healthcare [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

Healthcare Policy and Entrepreneurship

Decision-Making in Risky Spaces

Addressing Healthcare Equity

A Digital Shift in Healthcare

Fundraising for Underrepresented Founders

Learning from Fundraising

Transforming Digital Healthcare

Changing Processes for Climate Solutions [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

A New Process for Protein

The Moment for Climate Solutions

Prioritizing Core Values

Brand Values and Consumer Choice

Learning from Science and Business

Changing Processes for Climate Solutions

Innovating for a Sustainable World [Entire Talk]

Video Clips

Carbon is the ‘North Star’

The Fashion Industry’s Leading Role

Innovating by Simplifying

What Sports Can Teach Entrepreneurs

Add Creativity to Your Team

Innovating for a Sustainable World

Forging Your Path as a New Founder [Entire Talk]