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From The Ground Up is a podcast that features founders' stories. Each episode highlights the journey of success, pivots, and what entrepreneurs have learned when building from the ground up. Host Jake Aaron Villarreal interviews founders, discussing their struggles, triumphs, and their progress along the way. Listeners will gain insight into leadership and the operations of a startup. This podcast is supported by Match Relevant, a company that helps startups find top talent to grow their businesses.

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From The Ground Up is a podcast that features founders' stories. Each episode highlights the journey of success, pivots, and what entrepreneurs have learned when building from the ground up. Host Jake Aaron Villarreal interviews founders, discussing their struggles, triumphs, and their progress along the way. Listeners will gain insight into leadership and the operations of a startup. This podcast is supported by Match Relevant, a company that helps startups find top talent to grow their businesses.

    The Uber of Lawn Care: Bryan Clayton’s GreenPal Story

    The Uber of Lawn Care: Bryan Clayton’s GreenPal Story

    Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with Bryan Clayton, the visionary CEO and Co-Founder of GreenPal, often hailed as the “Uber for lawn care.” Discover the story behind how GreenPal is revolutionizing the lawn care industry by connecting homeowners with local lawn care professionals seamlessly.

    Bryan shares his entrepreneurial journey from founding Peachtree Inc., one of Tennessee's largest landscaping companies, to launching GreenPal, a platform that has garnered over 300,000 active users and is reshaping the way we think about lawn care. Learn about the challenges, triumphs, and insights gained from over two decades in the landscaping industry and how technology can transform traditional services.

    This episode is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and home services. Dive deep into the strategies that have helped GreenPal achieve remarkable growth and the vision that drives Bryan and his team to innovate continuously.

    Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge on building a successful platform-based business, the importance of customer-centric solutions, and the future of the lawn care industry.

    This show is supported by www.matchrelevant.com. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey.

    • 38 min
    Unlocking Brand Potential in Games with Martins Bratuskins of Monetizr

    Unlocking Brand Potential in Games with Martins Bratuskins of Monetizr

    In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Martins Bratuskins, the visionary founder behind Monetizr, a trailblazing company at the intersection of gaming and advertising. Martins shares his journey from a passionate entrepreneur to leading a company that’s revolutionizing how brands engage with gamers globally.

    Discover the inception of Monetizr, a platform that seamlessly integrates branded experiences into mobile games, reaching over 340 million gamers worldwide. Martins delves into the challenges of creating immersive advertising that enhances, rather than interrupts, the gaming experience. With Monetizr, brands can now partake in the dynamic world of gaming, offering players unique rewards and experiences that resonate with their interests.

    Martins also shares insights on the future of advertising within the gaming industry and how Monetizr is set to lead this transformation. With a user-centric approach, Monetizr ensures that every ad experience is meaningful, engaging, and, most importantly, fun for the player.

    This episode is a must-watch for marketers, game developers, and anyone curious about the evolving landscape of digital advertising. Join us as Martins Bratuskins unveils the power of connecting brands with the vibrant community of gamers through innovative, respectful, and engaging advertising solutions.

    This show is supported by www.matchrelevant.com. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey.

    • 41 min
    Empowering Families with Tiny Health: A Conversation with Cheryl Sew Hoy

    Empowering Families with Tiny Health: A Conversation with Cheryl Sew Hoy

    In today's episode, we're honored to host Cheryl Sew Hoy, the visionary CEO & Founder of Tiny Health, a pioneering platform at the forefront of gut microbiome testing for the entire family, utilizing the latest in shotgun metagenomic sequencing.

    With an illustrious background that spans across various sectors—from technology to healthcare—Cheryl shares her inspiring journey into the realm of health tech and the inception of Tiny Health. This innovative company seeks to empower families by providing crucial insights into gut health during the critical first 1,000 days of a baby's life, addressing the root cause of escalating chronic conditions among children today.

    Cheryl delves into the science behind Tiny Health's state-of-the-art microbiome tests, the role of AI in generating personalized health recommendations, and the potential for early interventions to foster a healthier next generation. Additionally, she reflects on her passion for leveraging technology to improve health outcomes and the challenges and triumphs of bringing Tiny Health to the market.

    Join us as we explore the groundbreaking work of Tiny Health and Cheryl's mission to enhance the well-being of families worldwide through advanced microbiome insights.

    This show is supported by www.matchrelevant.com. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey.

    • 46 min
    Svitlana Malovana: Shaping Future Workplaces with Teampulse

    Svitlana Malovana: Shaping Future Workplaces with Teampulse

    In this must-watch episode, join us as we dive into an enlightening conversation with Svitlana Malovana, the visionary CEO & Co-founder of Teampulse. Discover how Teampulse is redefining the landscape of people management and employee engagement through innovative solutions.

    Born out of a passion for enhancing workplace dynamics and leveraging her extensive background in law and behavioral science, Svitlana shares her entrepreneurial journey of transitioning from a seasoned lawyer to a tech startup founder. With Teampulse, she aims to bridge the gap between management efficiency and employee wellness, thereby fostering healthier, more productive work environments.

    Learn about the challenges and victories on the road to building a platform that not only manages the pulse of teams but also empowers employees and leaders alike. Teampulse's mission is to transform traditional people management practices by providing tools that enhance communication, engagement, and overall team dynamics.

    This episode is packed with valuable insights for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone interested in the future of work. Discover the power of Teampulse in creating happier, more engaged workplaces where teams can thrive.

    This show is supported by www.matchrelevant.com. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey.

    • 43 min
    Raul Popa Unveils TypingDNA’s Journey to Secure Digital Identity

    Raul Popa Unveils TypingDNA’s Journey to Secure Digital Identity

    In this groundbreaking episode, we delve deep into the world of cybersecurity and AI with Raul Popa, the co-founder and CEO of TypingDNA. Discover the innovative journey of TypingDNA, a pioneering company transforming the way we think about authentication and fraud detection through the unique concept of typing biometrics.

    Raul shares his personal journey from being diagnosed with Human Growth Hormone Deficiency and administering daily injections as a child, to becoming a leader in the cybersecurity space. This episode explores how TypingDNA is not only enhancing online security but also making digital spaces more accessible and user-friendly.

    Learn how TypingDNA's AI-based technology is paving the way for a future where authentication is seamless, secure, and intuitive. From winning multiple global awards to being supported by Gradient Ventures, Google's AI venture fund, TypingDNA is at the forefront of redefining digital authentication.

    Hear firsthand about the challenges, successes, and future aspirations of TypingDNA as they continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in cybersecurity. Whether you're a developer, entrepreneur, or just fascinated by technology, this episode is packed with insights on AI, biometrics, and the future of online security.

    This show is supported by www.matchrelevant.com. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey.

    • 57 min
    From Google to Cerbos: Emre Baran’s Path to DevOps Innovation

    From Google to Cerbos: Emre Baran’s Path to DevOps Innovation

    Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Emre Baran, the visionary co-founder and CEO of Cerbos, who is reshaping the landscape of DevOps through innovative authorization solutions. With a rich background as an ex-Googler and entrepreneur, Emre shares his journey towards founding Cerbos and his mission to provide developers with a crucial component of the preferred DevOps tech stack: scalable authorization.

    Discover how Cerbos is setting the stage for a new era in authorization, akin to Stripe's impact in financial infrastructure and Auth0's success in identity verification. Emre delves into the challenges developers face in integrating authorization layers and how Cerbos offers a groundbreaking solution that accelerates development, streamlines enterprise sales, and allows teams to focus on customer-centric features.

    Hear firsthand accounts of Cerbos' impact on its customers, from saving up to six months of development time to reducing latency to microseconds, thereby enhancing user experiences and speeding up application updates. Emre also highlights the importance of open-source technology and how Cerbos stands at the forefront of authorization scalability and security.

    This show is supported by www.matchrelevant.com. A company that helps venture-backed Startups find the best people available in the market, who have the skills, experience, and desire to grow. With over a decade of experience in recruitment across multiple domains, they give people career options to choose from in their career journey.

    • 53 min

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Great person stories!

Inspiring and really great to hear struggles of founders and how they overcome those challenges

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